Downtown Seattle vibrates. The sparkling waters of Elliott Bay catch your eye at many street corners. People are friendly and courteous.
Pedestrians wait for the walk light before they cross the street.
Coffee shops and espresso carts are common sights. Many of Seattle's attractions cluster downtown and along the waterfront. The Central Plaza outside of Westlake Center is a favorite spot for shoppers and downtown workers to stop for lunch or a latte, watching street performances and children walk through the waterfall sculpture. Here you can catch the monorail to Seattle Center, or explore the nearby stores. Elliott Bay attracts visitors and locals alike.