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Amtrak Cascades > Destinations > Route Map > Seattle
Seattle, Washington Check your local weather

Visit Seattle, the 'Emerald City' and walk along the sparkling waterfront or tour the gems of yesterday in historic Pioneer Square. If you've had enough walking, take in a game at nearby Safeco Field, home of the Seattle Mariners, or Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks.

Amtrak Cascades operates from historic King Street Station, nestled in Pioneer Square. Amtrak, WSDOT, and BNSF Railway are working together to rehabilitate and transform the busy station to its former grandeur.

1. At the Station

King Street Station:
303 S. Jackson Street
Seattle, WA 98104
206-382-4125 or 1-800-USA-RAIL
Get a Map of the area from MapQuest

Services include:
  • Ticket agents are available.
    Daily: 6:15 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Checked baggage available during station hours
  • Quik-Trak Ticket Machine available on site
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Paid short-term parking is available next to the Station at the Qwest Field parking lot (cash only).
  • Paid daytime and overnight covered parking is available is available next to the station at King Street Center. Entry hours: Monday through Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays: 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Exit hours: 24 hours a day. Call 206-405-3908 for information.
  • ATM available on site
2. Getting Around

3. Local Happenings

  • Explore the Cultural Cascades! Amtrak Cascades links the cities of Vancouver, British Columbia; Seattle; Tacoma; Portland; and Eugene, forming the Cultural Cascades region that provides a gateway to endless exploration. Visit the website for the most up-to-date events.
  • Soak up some history (or just sip a latte) in the historic Pioneer Square district. Within blocks of the station you'll find art galleries, antique shops, boutiques, nightclubs, restaurants, and cafes.
  • Bikestation is located near the station and provides indoor, secure bicycle parking.  Bike rentals are available hourly, daily or weekly.  Call 206-332-9795 for information.
  • Catch gold fever at the free Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park located within a few blocks of the station. View old mining relics, clothing, and photographs at 117 South Main Street (206-553-7220).
  • Experience many cultures in the International District. A world of surprises awaits you at Uwajimaya, Wing Luke Asian Museum , medicinal herb shops, and wonderful Asian restaurants. Chinatown Discovery Tours provides information about guided walking tours. Call 425-885-3085 for information.
  • Feel the wind in your face along Seattle’s waterfront, one of the busiest ports in the U.S. Visit the Seattle Aquarium and Odyssey: The Maritime Discovery Center. Hop off the streetcar and float aboard a Washington State Ferry: from there you can enjoy the views and fresh air of Puget Sound.
  • Cheer for the hometown team! King Street Station is right next to Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks. Just beyond the stadium is Safeco Field, the open-air home for the Seattle Mariners; you'll never miss a game with its unique retracting rooftop. Whether it's football or baseball, you can keep one eye on the game and the other on amazing views of Seattle's skyline.
  • Shop downtown in Seattle’s shopping core between First and Sixth Avenues and Olive and University Streets. You'll find great shopping, including the flagship Nordstrom store, Abercrombie and Fitch, the Bon Marche, Tiffany’s, JCrew, Barnes & Noble, and more. Stay on First Avenue and walk north to trendy Belltown to find unique boutiques with everything from locally designed clothing, imported shoes, antiques, secondhand clothing, and more.
  • Meet the producer at Pike Place Market, a thriving marketplace where even the locals enjoy the "flying" fish, picture-perfect fruits and vegetables, flower bouquets, arts and crafts, street musicians, and cafes. Caffeinate yourself at the original Starbucks store, located in the heart of the market.
  • See a show at Benaroya Hall, home to the Seattle Symphony, choral groups, and more. The Seattle Art Museum can also be found in the heart of downtown. The Seattle Center houses Seattle Repertory Theater, Intiman Theater, and others. McCaw Hall, also at the Seattle Center, is home to Pacific Northwest Ballet and Seattle Opera.
  • Ride to the top of the 607-ft Space Needle, built in 1962 for the World's Fair.  Look down on the Frank Gehry-designed Experience Music Project, a unique music museum combining interactive and interpretive exhibits.

4. Looking For More Information?

Contact the Seattle-King County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 206-461-5840.




King Street Station Pike Place Market Seattle Space Needle
 
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