When you go to the Space Needle (truly a must - try for a clear day but go no matter what!) also visit the Chihuly exhibit right at the bottom of the Space Needle. A feast for the eyes and spirit - really beautiful! If you buy both of those tickets together, it is 5 dollars less than buying them separately. The quilt shop mentioned in an earlier post is in the same block as Pike Street market, small but interesting. Start with the Space Needle for an overview of the two mountain ranges - Cascades with Mt. Rainier to the south, Mt. Baker to the north, Olympics to the west, with the sunsets. The Seattle Art Museum is only a block from the Pike Street Market, check to see what shows are going on at the time. There is great theater at the Paramount, and other places. Seattle Center for the Pacific Science Center, Experience Music Project, and both right under the Needle. Google all of these to organize your itinerary so you don't waste time when you are here! See it all! Lots of great restaurants on the waterfront, and around town too! Enjoy!