West Seattle Guidebook

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West Seattle Guidebook

Local History

We would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People past and present and honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish Tribe.
Wonderful local history museum housed in a 100-year-old log cabin near the shores of Puget Sound, right around the corner.
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Log House Museum
3003 61st Ave SW
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Wonderful local history museum housed in a 100-year-old log cabin near the shores of Puget Sound, right around the corner.
The Alki Point Lighthouse is a functioning, fully automated aid-to-navigation on an active US Coast Guard site. The Lighthouse is one of eight lighthouses on or near Puget Sound open to visitors. Located near Alki Beach in the West Seattle neighborhood, you can see the West Point Light Station in Discovery Park (north), Puget Sound vessel traffic and the Cascade Mountains (west). Mount Rainier (south) can be seen on clear days.
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Alki Point Lighthouse
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The Alki Point Lighthouse is a functioning, fully automated aid-to-navigation on an active US Coast Guard site. The Lighthouse is one of eight lighthouses on or near Puget Sound open to visitors. Located near Alki Beach in the West Seattle neighborhood, you can see the West Point Light Station in Discovery Park (north), Puget Sound vessel traffic and the Cascade Mountains (west). Mount Rainier (south) can be seen on clear days.
La Villa Rustica is located on land traditionally used by the Duwamish people. The Longhouse offers exhibits and information about these indigenous people and the Duwamish tribe.
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Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
4705 W Marginal Way SW
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La Villa Rustica is located on land traditionally used by the Duwamish people. The Longhouse offers exhibits and information about these indigenous people and the Duwamish tribe.

Destination Food place (worth a visit!)

Places that have food, shopping, stuff to look at or all of the above.
Cool old school record shop PLUS an amazing cafe for breakfast (open until 3pm) AND a cool BAR upstairs. Call first before visiting for food, but the record shop is usually open 7 days a week.
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Easy Street Records & Cafe
4559 California Ave SW
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Cool old school record shop PLUS an amazing cafe for breakfast (open until 3pm) AND a cool BAR upstairs. Call first before visiting for food, but the record shop is usually open 7 days a week.
This is like a restaurant and a museum, all in one place. Full of old jukeboxes, neon signs, ephemera and memorabilia. Also a geat place for breakfast, lunch or dinner until 9pm. Great burgers and beer.
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Luna Park Cafe
2918 SW Avalon Way
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This is like a restaurant and a museum, all in one place. Full of old jukeboxes, neon signs, ephemera and memorabilia. Also a geat place for breakfast, lunch or dinner until 9pm. Great burgers and beer.
Camp West offers a unique dining experience with a campfire-themed ambiance and a menu that focuses on wood-fired cuisine, including pizzas, seafood, and meats. Many visitors appreciate the cozy atmosphere and the tasty, rustic dishes served at Campfire.
Camp West
Camp West offers a unique dining experience with a campfire-themed ambiance and a menu that focuses on wood-fired cuisine, including pizzas, seafood, and meats. Many visitors appreciate the cozy atmosphere and the tasty, rustic dishes served at Campfire.

Local Wineries

Darby Winery is a boutique winery that produces small-batch, handcrafted wines from carefully selected vineyards in Washington State.
Darby Winery Tasting Room
Darby Winery is a boutique winery that produces small-batch, handcrafted wines from carefully selected vineyards in Washington State.
Pine Lake Cellars is a boutique winery that focuses on producing small-lot, handcrafted wines using traditional winemaking methods.
Pine Lake Cellars
Pine Lake Cellars is a boutique winery that focuses on producing small-lot, handcrafted wines using traditional winemaking methods.
West Seattle Cellars is a wine shop that offers a wide selection of wines from around the world, with a focus on small producers and unique varietals.
West Seattle Cellars
6026 California Ave SW
West Seattle Cellars is a wine shop that offers a wide selection of wines from around the world, with a focus on small producers and unique varietals.
Viscon Cellars is a family-owned winery that produces a variety of red and white wines, with a focus on sustainability and minimal intervention winemaking.
Viscon Cellars
5910 California Ave SW
Viscon Cellars is a family-owned winery that produces a variety of red and white wines, with a focus on sustainability and minimal intervention winemaking.

Outdoor activities

West Seattle Golf Course is a wonderful place for a round of golf because of its stunning views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, well-maintained fairways and greens, challenging holes for all skill levels, and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for golfers of all ages and abilities.
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West Seattle Golf Course
4470 35th Ave SW
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West Seattle Golf Course is a wonderful place for a round of golf because of its stunning views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, well-maintained fairways and greens, challenging holes for all skill levels, and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for golfers of all ages and abilities.
Rent specialty cycles, electric bikes, bicycles, tandem cycles, and more – fun for the whole family! Wheel Fun Rentals at Alki Beach serves as the perfect starting point for rolling expeditions of Seattle’s waterfront!
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Wheel Fun Rentals
2530 Alki Ave SW
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Rent specialty cycles, electric bikes, bicycles, tandem cycles, and more – fun for the whole family! Wheel Fun Rentals at Alki Beach serves as the perfect starting point for rolling expeditions of Seattle’s waterfront!

Local Parks and Recreation

Lincoln Park in West Seattle is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its breathtaking waterfront views, lush forests, hiking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas, it offers a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation for visitors of all ages.
Lincoln Park
8011 Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Lincoln Park in West Seattle is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its breathtaking waterfront views, lush forests, hiking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas, it offers a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation for visitors of all ages.
Schmitz Reserve Park is one of the last remaining patches of old-growth forest in the city of Seattle. The park boasts a lush and dense canopy of trees, including towering Douglas firs, western red cedars, and western hemlocks, which create a serene and peaceful atmosphere for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.
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Schmitz Park
5551 SW Admiral Way
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Schmitz Reserve Park is one of the last remaining patches of old-growth forest in the city of Seattle. The park boasts a lush and dense canopy of trees, including towering Douglas firs, western red cedars, and western hemlocks, which create a serene and peaceful atmosphere for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.
Alki Beach Park is a popular destination in Seattle, Washington, known for its beautiful sandy beach and stunning views of the Seattle skyline and the Olympic Mountains. Here are some reasons why Alki Beach Park is a good place to visit: Gorgeous Beach: Alki Beach Park features a stretch of sandy beach along the shores of Puget Sound, making it a great spot for sunbathing, beachcombing, and beach volleyball. The beach is also suitable for swimming, although the water can be cold year-round.
Alki Beach Park
Alki Beach Park is a popular destination in Seattle, Washington, known for its beautiful sandy beach and stunning views of the Seattle skyline and the Olympic Mountains. Here are some reasons why Alki Beach Park is a good place to visit: Gorgeous Beach: Alki Beach Park features a stretch of sandy beach along the shores of Puget Sound, making it a great spot for sunbathing, beachcombing, and beach volleyball. The beach is also suitable for swimming, although the water can be cold year-round.

Antiques and Thrift Shops

West Seattle Antique Mall is a treasure trove for antique collectors and vintage enthusiasts. With a wide selection of unique and well-curated items, friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere, it's a must-visit destination for those seeking nostalgic finds and one-of-a-kind treasures.
Antique Mall of West Seattle
West Seattle Antique Mall is a treasure trove for antique collectors and vintage enthusiasts. With a wide selection of unique and well-curated items, friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere, it's a must-visit destination for those seeking nostalgic finds and one-of-a-kind treasures.
The West Seattle Senior Center Thrift Shop is great due to its excellent selection of affordable items, friendly service, and support for the local senior community.
Stop 'N Shop Thrift Store
The West Seattle Senior Center Thrift Shop is great due to its excellent selection of affordable items, friendly service, and support for the local senior community.
The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop in Seattle, WA is a great place to shop for unique and affordable items while supporting a worthy cause. Find a wide range of treasures including clothing, accessories, home goods, and more, all while contributing to the fight against cancer.
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop - Seattle, WA
The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop in Seattle, WA is a great place to shop for unique and affordable items while supporting a worthy cause. Find a wide range of treasures including clothing, accessories, home goods, and more, all while contributing to the fight against cancer.
Funky Cool vintage clothing shop for the hipster in you!
Doll Parts Collective
Funky Cool vintage clothing shop for the hipster in you!
Funky Jane's has a great selection of women's clothing, jewelry, handbags and shoes, gently used and great prices.
Funky Jane's
4455 California Ave SW
Funky Jane's has a great selection of women's clothing, jewelry, handbags and shoes, gently used and great prices.

Bars & Lounges

Otter on the Rocks serves great cocktails, assorted flat breads and has music, entertainment, open mic and other activities most nights of the week.
Otter on the Rocks
Otter on the Rocks serves great cocktails, assorted flat breads and has music, entertainment, open mic and other activities most nights of the week.
Amazing decor, some arcade games, great cocktails and LOUD music. Guest DJ's too!
The Benbow Room
4210 SW Admiral Way
Amazing decor, some arcade games, great cocktails and LOUD music. Guest DJ's too!
Amazing waterfront bar. Cozy fire in the winter and they open up the huge garage doors to let in the ocean breezes in the summer. Excellent Mexican food and margaritas
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Cactus Alki Beach
2820 Alki Ave SW
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Amazing waterfront bar. Cozy fire in the winter and they open up the huge garage doors to let in the ocean breezes in the summer. Excellent Mexican food and margaritas
Amazing food, great cocktails, loud music and a really fun atmosphere
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New Luck Toy
5905 California Ave SW
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Amazing food, great cocktails, loud music and a really fun atmosphere
Super-secret hidden bar. Enter from the alley, find the bank of lockers, keep looking inside until you spot the doorknob!
The Alley
4509 California Ave SW
Super-secret hidden bar. Enter from the alley, find the bank of lockers, keep looking inside until you spot the doorknob!
Beveridge Place Bar in West Seattle is special for its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and extensive craft beer selection with over 30 rotating taps. It also has a unique "bring your own food" policy, allowing patrons to bring in their own meals or order from nearby restaurants, making it a popular spot for community gatherings and socializing.
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Beveridge Place Pub
6413 California Ave SW
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Beveridge Place Bar in West Seattle is special for its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and extensive craft beer selection with over 30 rotating taps. It also has a unique "bring your own food" policy, allowing patrons to bring in their own meals or order from nearby restaurants, making it a popular spot for community gatherings and socializing.