Arts & Culture
Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)
The Museum of Pop Culture is home to all things creative expression! Explore traveling and permanent exhibits about your favorite media from science fiction, fantasy, horror and more.
Downtown Is Open
Welcome Back Downtown
Downtown Seattle’s business and nonprofit landscape was significantly altered by COVID-19. Today, more workers and visitors are returning to the center city, helping put downtown on a steady path to recovery. Help support downtown arts and cultural venues, retailers, restaurants and other businesses by using our directory below. Updated regularly, it features over 500 listings, including hours of operation and neighborhood. See you downtown!
NEKO Cat Cafe
There’s no better place to relax than this calm, modern space where guests can sip wine, sake & coffee while playing with adoptable cats.
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ONYX Fine Arts Collective
ONYX Fine Arts Collective is committed to celebrating and promoting the visual artwork of Pacific Northwest Artists of African descent. Visit the Gallery Onyx for a look at each month’s featured artist, plus a shopping selection of prints, notecards and jewelry.
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Pacific Northwest Ballet
PNB is delighted to welcome audiences back to McCaw Hall! Be inspired by the melding of art, music and graceful athleticism. Check out their just-announced 50th anniversary season, featuring favorites including Giselle, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and more.
Rock Box
Japanese-style karaoke club with 11 private rooms, a full bar, and an extensive snack menu of snacks and drinks.
Salish Sea Tours
Located on historic Pier 57, Salish Sea Tours features Native-owned and -designed excursions on the Puget Sound for visitors and locals alike. Tours are offered at 1:30, 3:00, 4:30 and 6:00.
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Seattle Aquarium
Come see the Puget Sound’s watery wonders at the Seattle Aquarium. Chat with ocean experts, wave to scuba divers, and get to know the amazing animals on your next trip downtown.
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Seattle Art Museum
SAM is back features rotating and permanent exhibits to delight visitors. With a variety of styles, mediums and backgrounds, there’s something for everyone to love.
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Seattle Children’s Museum
Seattle Children’s Museum provides an accessible, fun, and educational play experience for the community. Watch little imaginations come to life at the kid-size market, eye clinic, construction zone and more.
Seattle Children’s Theatre
SCT is one of the most prominent theatres for young audiences in the United States. With a focus on providing all children access to professional theatre, Seattle Children’s Theatre offers performances of classic and original stories to audiences of all ages.
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Seattle Pinball Museum
Showcasing over 50 different pinball machines in a collection that spans more than 80 years, the Seattle Pinball Museum has something for every gaming fan. Unlimited play is included with the price of admission, with snacks and local craft beers available for purchase.
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Seattle Public Library
The Seattle Central Library is the flagship library of the Seattle Public Library system. For full listing of services and amenities, check out their website.
Seattle Rep
Seattle Repertory Theatre is the largest nonprofit resident theatre in the Pacific Northwest. Whether you prefer reimagined classics or world premiere musicals, there is something for everyone in their lineup of shows.
Seattle Shakespeare Company
Seattle Shakespeare Company is a leading nonprofit theatre group, bringing classic and reimagined Shakespearean works to the greater Seattle area.
Seattle Spheres
This innovative greenhouse-meets-office space features over 50,000 plants from 30 countries. The Spheres are open to the public on the first and third Saturday of each month. Make your reservations now to experience this downtown Seattle gem.
There are plenty of safe and clean ways to get downtown, but if you choose to drive, consider visiting downtownseattleparking.com for the best parking rates.