Seattle Official Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 16) W E LCO M E TO S E AT T L E FRESH PERSPECTIVES Mountains reflecting on smooth waters, amazing architecture silhouetted in stunning sunsets — take in the best of Seattle from these prime vantage points. WASHINGTON STATE FERRY GO: Take the ferry from Pier 52 to Bainbridge Island. SEE: The 35-minute scenic ride affords quality photo ops of the gleaming skyline and jagged Olympic Mountains. Consider an evening departure for great sunset views. BONUS: Once on Bainbridge Island, stroll a tidy collection of shops and cafes and treat yourself to some ice cream before your return to Seattle. QUEEN ANNE HILL GO: Journey up Seattle’s highest named hill, at 456 feet, to the city’s historic neighborhood. SEE: Kerry Park in the Queen Anne district affords a postcard panorama of the Space Needle, downtown and Mt. Rainier. BONUS: Named for the architectural style of the district’s elite mansions, some of the Victorian abodes now house cozy spas and boutiques. Clockwise from top left: Washington State Ferry; view from Alki Beach; Volunteer Park; the city as seen from the Space Needle; sculpture and view from Queen Anne Hill. Credits: © Stephen Strathdee/Shutterstock, ©David Hogan, ©Denise Chambers/ Weaver, ©Denise Chambers/Weaver, ©Anna Zoromski/Weaver 16 WWW.VISITSEATTLE.ORG http://WWW.VISITSEATTLE.ORG
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