This afternoon I skipped out a bit early so that we'd have just a little more time to explore Seattle before we leave in the morning. Cynical and I met up for lunch at Tulio's and I am still dreaming of the salmon ravioli.
In the afternoon, we decided to venture to the Pioneer Park area; and now I am wishing we'd done that days ago. The quaint, architecturally interesting area included an extensive bookstore, artists' workspaces, yummy delis and the entrance to the ferry; a great contrast to the more tourist-ridden area around the market and in the shopping district. My one regret while visiting Seattle (other than not making it out and closer to Mt. Ranier) is that we didn't have the time to take the ferry over to Bainbridge Island, in part because I am sure I'd love Churchmouse Yarns, and because I understand the ride is memorable.
After a bit of a tour around the Pioneer Park area, we headed to Smith Tower. The tower boasts a 1914 glass-doored elevator which takes you to the 35th floor where there is an observation deck. The ride in the intricate and gilded elevator is worth the time in itself. In addition, I think we enjoyed the view from the observation deck at Smith more than the Space Needle. Below us were trees in autumn color, rooftop gardens and Pioneer Park.
After a diletante mocha (recommended by Phin, now called a dark mocha), we headed to dinner at The Brooklyn, where we were seated at a quiet table at the back. Once again we climbed the hill and made it back to our hotel. It's time to pack up and get ready, as we spend the bulk of our day traveling.
Photos:
-Autumn in Seattle's Pioneer Park.
-A street view in Pioneer Park.
-Smith Tower.
-A view from the top.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Goodbye Seattle
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3 comments:
Seattle looks like a great city, I hope to go there someday. I love Latte's and I love yarn....a match made in heaven.
I'm with you--I love to explore the non-touristy part of cities.
I wish Hub and I had seen so much when we were there in '69. (I think we may have stayed at that 75 cent hotel.)
I have to agree with Hope from your previous post, the Underground Tour is so cool. A bit creepy and icky but part of the experience. Really brings a lot of the city's history to light. I didn't know that Smith Tower had an observation deck, will have to do that the next time I'm there. Tully's is also my fav coffee, there are a handful in the bay area but they started in Seattle and are almost as common as Starbucks. Well, maybe not really they are quite visible!
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