5 things to do on a rainy Seattle weekend.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass
Take a break from grey skies with the enticing array of color at the Chihuly museum. Featuring the innovative and delicately glass blown creations of Dale Chihuly, visitors can wander and immerse themselves in sensational rainbows of light. For visitors 21+, stop by The Bar at Chihuly Garden and Glass for an inimitable cocktail experience.
305 Harrison Street Seattle, WA 98109
Volunteer Park Conservatory
The greenhouse, constructed with over 3,000 individual panes of glass, is a hundred-year-old oasis brimming with flamboyant exotic plants and humid warmth. Visitors are surrounded by steam, rich greens, and sweet earth aromas, as the mind and body are plunged into another world for the duration of their experience.
1400 E Galer St, Seattle, WA 98112
Theo Chocolate Factory Tour
What better way to warm up and stay dry than with a tour of local artisanal chocolate brand Theo’s factory tour. Here, visitors learn about the curation process from forest, to bean, to dancing on your tastebuds. BONUS! Each guest gets to taste new flavors and purchase creations from the flagship store that aren’t readily available elsewhere.
3400 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103
Central Location - Seattle Public Library
This extraordinary building is comprised of 11 stories of glass and steel, holds 1.45 million books and materials, and is available to anyone in the city with a free library card. Cozy up with a good book any day of the week to enjoy the peaceful space. In addition, The Seattle Public Library has locations across the region, each offering programs for youth, adults, and seniors.
1000 4th Ave, Seattle WA 98104
Starbucks Reserve Roastery & Tasting Room on Capitol Hill
Starbucks is a symbol and company synonymous to Seattle across the world. In this 15,000-square-foot location one can find awakening aromas, eight beverage preparation methods, 200+ books featuring all things coffee, set within an industrialist interior design. The perfect space to take refuge from the rain with a big cup of Seattle’s classic joe.
1124 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101
