Top 10 Things to Do This Summer
By Citysearch Editors, Seattle
We all know summer doesn't truly start in Seattle until July. With July right around the corner, here are our 10 top ideas for enjoying the sun in the Emerald City.
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Green Lake
5701 E Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA
Rent a paddle boat and head out into the middle of Seattle's cherished in-city lake. -
Bumbershoot
Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
There's something about elephant ears and live music that just screams summer. Bumbershoot's lineup runs the gamut, including some of the best local and national acts. This year, catch Beck, T.I., Throw Me the Statue, Lucinda Williams, and Neko Case in the shadow of the Space Needle. -
Remlinger Farms
32610 NE 32ND St, Carnation, WA
We are blessed with a wealth of local farms, and this summer, the berry picking selection is ample and varied. Head out to Remlinger, grab a basket, and pick your heart out. -
Taylor Shellfish Farms
130 SE Lynch Rd, Shelton, WA
Every Seattle BBQ needs some shelfish to be complete. Whether it's oysters, clams, or even a geoduck, pick up some shellfish to throw on the grill next to those ribs. -
Sweet Spot Sugaring Studio
473 N 36th St, Ste D, Seattle, WA
Get bikini ready at this Fremont studio, which specializes in sugaring, a trendy and relatively painless way to get clean up that bikini line. -
Carkeek Park
950 NW Carkeek Park Rd, Seattle, WA
Grab a water bottle and head to North Seattle for a restive urban hike in this gorgeous waterfront park. -
The Saint
1416 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA
Grub on carne asada while you sip refreshing mojitos and dance the summer away at Capitol Hill's newest hot spot. -
Sway & Cake
1631 Sixth Ave, Seattle, WA
Find that perfect sundress here. -
Let's Go Sailing
Pier 54, Seattle, WA
Cool off with a jaunt around the Sound on a 70 foot performance yacht. -
Agua Verde
1303 NE Boat St, Seattle, WA
Enjoy the view of Portage Bay from the patio while you feast on Agua Verde's insanely popular tacos.
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Safeco Field
1250 First Ave, Seattle, WA
This open-air baseball stadium--home of the Mariners--will send your love of the game through the roof. -
Everett Aqua Sox
3802 Broadway, Everett, WA
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Golden Gardens Park
8498 Seaview Pl NW, Seattle, WA
A favorite spot for a quiet walk along the shore or a blazing bonfire. -
Ray's Boathouse Restaurant, Cafe & Catering
6049 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, WA
A Seattle waterfront staple, especially when there's celebrating to be done.
