My girlfriend and I are visiting Seattle next week for the first time, but rental car prices are insane! Is it possible to get around the city without a car?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
What a great vacation that’ll be! Seattle is an awesome city—and it’s definitely possible to travel in Seattle without a car. With an excellent public transportation system and a short commute downtown, Seattle is a breeze to bop around sans car.
Here are some options for exploring Seattle car-free:
Public transportation—Take advantage of the Central Link light rail that operates from the Seattle airport to downtown
Walk—Most of Seattle’s downtown attractions are within a one-mile radius, including Pike Place Market and Seattle Art Museum
Water taxi—An excellent day trip connecting downtown to West Seattle and Vashon Island
Rideshare platforms like Uber and Lyft are also available
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