The University Distict- home of the University of Washington, excellent walking shopping areas, some great restaurants, and a great selection of independent stores.
1) Giggles Comedy Club
5220 Roosevelt Way, Seattle, WA 98105
Phone: 206-526-5653
Giggles serves up a full bar and menu as well as great laughs. Friday and Saturday nights are hosted by comedians from all around the country, including many top-name acts that have been seen on various late-night shows. Thursdays and Sundays are “open mike” and the venue tends to be a little more friendly for the family.
Phone: 206-526-5653
Giggles serves up a full bar and menu as well as great laughs. Friday and Saturday nights are hosted by comedians from all around the country, including many top-name acts that have been seen on various late-night shows. Thursdays and Sundays are “open mike” and the venue tends to be a little more friendly for the family.
2) Seven Gabels Theater
911 N.E. 50th Street at Roosevelt
Phone: 206-781-5755
Built in 1925, the Seven Gables Theater shows a mix of independent film and foreign cinema, with te occasional Hollywood favorite for variety. Don’t be fooled by the Theater’s outside appearance- the cozy interior in equiped to satisfy today’s theater enthusiast, with digital surround sound and stadium seating.
Phone: 206-781-5755
Built in 1925, the Seven Gables Theater shows a mix of independent film and foreign cinema, with te occasional Hollywood favorite for variety. Don’t be fooled by the Theater’s outside appearance- the cozy interior in equiped to satisfy today’s theater enthusiast, with digital surround sound and stadium seating.
3) University Village
Located ten minutes north of downtown Seattle, the village sports and open-air design and offers a wide variety of local retailers and national brand stores. It includes several large chain stores, as well as more than 80 independent shops selling clothes, gifts, and home furnishings. The open-air design, delicate brick walkways, beautiful fountains, and a children’s play are help make this a great place to spend a day shopping.
4) The Blue Moon Tavern
712 NE 45th St
Sorry, We’re open!
The Blue Moon Tavern is an unofficial landmark of the University District. Founded in 1934- poets, radicals, artists, free-thinkers, and community locals share the dim bar and rejoice in some of the colorful history of the area.
Sorry, We’re open!
The Blue Moon Tavern is an unofficial landmark of the University District. Founded in 1934- poets, radicals, artists, free-thinkers, and community locals share the dim bar and rejoice in some of the colorful history of the area.
5) The University Bookstore
990 102nd Ave NE
Phone: 206-632-9500
The University Bookstore was originally relocated off the main campus in 1925 when it was deemed to be a fire hazard. Eighty years later this three story location offers a variety of books, art supplies, gifts, and blends of coffee to satisfy the unique group of students and artists that collect around the University of Washington.
Phone: 206-632-9500
The University Bookstore was originally relocated off the main campus in 1925 when it was deemed to be a fire hazard. Eighty years later this three story location offers a variety of books, art supplies, gifts, and blends of coffee to satisfy the unique group of students and artists that collect around the University of Washington.
6) Latienda Folk Art Gallery & Shop
4138 University Way NE
Phone: 206-632-1796
La Tienda first opened in 1962. Over the years it has maintained a consistent quality of selection and presentation for items coming from over 80 different countries. It is considered one of the real jewels of the Seattle shopping world.
Phone: 206-632-1796
La Tienda first opened in 1962. Over the years it has maintained a consistent quality of selection and presentation for items coming from over 80 different countries. It is considered one of the real jewels of the Seattle shopping world.
7) Waterfront Activity Center
Here you can rent canoes or rowboats to cross Union Bay and then have a picnic lunch at the Washington Park Arboretum. Take a moment to explore the Montlake Cut, Lake Washington, and the waterways and inlets surrounding the Arboretum.