For those unaccustomed to driving in large cities, Seattle can be stressful, especially during the summer when tourists swell the number using roads. To reduce the hassle, plan trips carefully and allow plenty of extra time to commute through the city or over bridges. Consider taking the bus for trips within the city.
Ferries can also be a big bottleneck, especially on weekends.
It is extremely difficult to find free long-term street parking around the University of Washington Campus. If you are determined, try 15th Ave. NE and 17th Ave. See campus map for locations. More details on UW parking policies can be found here .