I don't travel much, especially to bigger cities..I was hoping someone might be able to give me a breakdown of where to go / not to go, safe places vs dangerous places ect.
My wife is pretty much set on staying at the Westin, and it looks like it will be smack downtown..any help/suggestions appreciated.
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There is a cigar shop tucked away near Pikes Place. I have been there a few times, pretty good selection with ok prices. Sorry I don't know the name or the exact spot, hopefully someone else can provide that. The Tap House is a really nice spot to grab a beer and Mortons Steak House is across the street.
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The concierge at the Westin will be able to steer you clear of any problem areas, but I can't really think of any place in downtown where you cannot walk safely. South of Pioneer Square can be a bit dicey, but okay in the daylight. The waterfront after dark isn't a good place to go as many different types of people crash there at night. Most are fine and won't bother you, but don't take chances if you aren't a city person.
The Seattle Pin Ball Museum is a great place to go. It is owned by an old Club Stogie brother named Charlie. He can tell you places in Seattle to smoke, but he mostly goes to a cigar bar at the casino in Fife - about 1/2 hour away.
Do Pike Place Market, the aquarium, Post Alley (especially if you like jazz). The Seattle Center is kinda lame, but if you like a rotating view, head up there (kinda expensive) and see the view. Go to the Ballard Locks (there are some good restaurants there) and be sure to take a few trips on the ferries. If it is clear and there is a good moon, take a ferry back to Seattle after dark so that you can see Mt Ranier in the moonlight. Awesome sight.
Oh yeah, ask about the underground tour.
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