Seattle Pictures

Seattle's skyline features views of downtown, the ever-famous Space Needle and Mount Rainier. beboy Shutterstock

One of the most interesting ways to get around between Seattle and its neighboring islands is by ferry.  Clane Gessel Photography Getty Images

This 60-foot totem pole located in Pioneer Square was stolen from Alaska's Tlingit Tribe in 1899. When they descovered who had taken it, the tribe demanded $20,000 for the totem, but settled for $500. Alex L. Fradkin Getty Images

Chihuly Garden and Glass features colorful pieces of glass blown art fashioned by Pacific Northwest native, Dale Chihuly. Courtesy Chihuly Garden and Glass

Pioneer Square is the site of the original Seattle settlement, which was founded in 1852. Nicole DiMella Getty Images

The Pike Place Market is one of the oldest continually operated public farmers markets in the United States. cdrin Shutterstock

Artist Dale Chihuly creates vibrant works of glass-blown art, all on display at Chihuly Garden and Glass. Courtesy Chihuly Garden and Glass

You'll find fresh veggies, fruits, meats and fish at the popular Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle. Spencer Lowe Wikimedia Commons

You'll find an abundance of fresh seafood at Pike Place Market . If you're lucky you may even see workers throwing and catching fish.  Micha Schwing Getty Images

You'll find the gum-covered alley near Pike Place Market.  charlitepinder Getty Images

Seattle plays an important role in the world of aviation, acting as home base for the Boeing Company. The Museum of Flight showcases the city's high-flying history. dherrera_96 Flickr

The Seattle Art Museum houses one of the finest art collections in the country. Benjamin Benschneider Seattle Art Museum

The Olympic Sculpture Park spans 9 acres and features works by such renowned artists as Alexander Calder. whiskeyandtears Flickr

The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (often referred to as the Ballard Locks) allow boats to pass between Puget Sound and the Lake Washington canal. amedved Getty Images

Kayaking in the Seattle Harbor and around Puget Sound is a popular activity for a sunny spring or summer day. PixelPosition Flickr

You'll find this one-of-a-kind museum at the Seattle Center. Sue Elias Flickr

A hike to the top of Mount Si makes for some excellent views of Seattle and the surrounding Cascade Mountains. laffertyryan Flickr

The Fremont Troll has been lurking under the Aurora bridge since 1990. He was sculpted by Steve Badanes, Will Martin, Donna Walter and Ross Whitehead. Sue Elias Flickr

Surrounded by several bodies of water, Seattle is known for its maritime industry –which is reportedly worth nearly $30 billion. Orkmid Flickr

Standing 175 feet tall, the Seattle Great Wheel is the largest observation wheel on the West Coast. It opened in 2012 and offers visitors views of Elliott Bay and Puget Sound. Christopher Boswell Shutterstock

The Seattle Art Museum houses an impressive collection of everything from European paintings to contemporary scupltures.  Benjamin Benschneider Seattle Art Museum