Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Hiram M Chittenden Locks
Watch the boats traverse the locks and see the fish ladder. The adjacent park is good for
a picnic, weather permitting. (
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Center for Wooden Boats
You can sail model boats on the pond in Lake Union Park at weekends from 11am to
2pm. The center also offers free sailboat rides (first come, first served) on Lake Union
on Sunday (sign-ups at 10am). (
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Cycling the Burke-Gilman Trail
Recycled Cycles (
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in the U District rents trail-a-bikes or trailers (chariots) so
you can cycle safely with your kids.
Alki Beach
The main part of West Seattle's beach is sandy - ideal for sandcastle building and all of
those other timeworn seaside pleasures. There are good tide pools further west around
the lighthouse. (
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Shops for Kids
Zanadu
Comics, toys and superhero paraphernalia in Belltown. (
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Market Magic
Pike Place Market's resident joke-and-magic shop. (
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Card Kingdom
Ballard games emporium with on-site board games to buy or just play. (
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Once Upon a Time
Specialist kids shop in Queen Anne. (
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Animal Viewing
