Headed to Seattle for a Wedding...

joshnauburn · 02-10-2015, 09:46 PM

I don't travel much, especially to bigger cities..I was hoping someone might be able to give me a breakdown of where to go / not to go, safe places vs dangerous places ect.

My wife is pretty much set on staying at the Westin, and it looks like it will be smack downtown..any help/suggestions appreciated.

CigarNut · 02-11-2015, 07:47 AM

Downtown Seattle can be a lot of fun, but not many places to smoke cigars (public smoking ban). We have a number of inmates from that area and I am sure they will have lots of good advice.

gettysburgfreak · 02-12-2015, 10:30 AM

There is a cigar shop tucked away near Pikes Place. I have been there a few times, pretty good selection with ok prices. Sorry I don't know the name or the exact spot, hopefully someone else can provide that. The Tap House is a really nice spot to grab a beer and Mortons Steak House is across the street.

CigarNut · 02-12-2015, 10:43 AM

Can you still have cigars at Morton's?

markem · 02-12-2015, 10:43 AM

The concierge at the Westin will be able to steer you clear of any problem areas, but I can't really think of any place in downtown where you cannot walk safely. South of Pioneer Square can be a bit dicey, but okay in the daylight. The waterfront after dark isn't a good place to go as many different types of people crash there at night. Most are fine and won't bother you, but don't take chances if you aren't a city person.

The Seattle Pin Ball Museum is a great place to go. It is owned by an old Club Stogie brother named Charlie. He can tell you places in Seattle to smoke, but he mostly goes to a cigar bar at the casino in Fife - about 1/2 hour away.

Do Pike Place Market, the aquarium, Post Alley (especially if you like jazz). The Seattle Center is kinda lame, but if you like a rotating view, head up there (kinda expensive) and see the view. Go to the Ballard Locks (there are some good restaurants there) and be sure to take a few trips on the ferries. If it is clear and there is a good moon, take a ferry back to Seattle after dark so that you can see Mt Ranier in the moonlight. Awesome sight.

Oh yeah, ask about the underground tour.

Tio Gato · 02-14-2015, 11:46 AM

Bring your own cigars. Wash state taxes are high.

joshnauburn · 02-15-2015, 09:03 PM

Thanks for all the help!

02-10-2015, 09:46 PM	#1
joshnauburn JOSHNAUBURN Join Date: Dec 2014 First Name: Josh Location: AL Posts: 65 Trading: (2)	Headed to Seattle for a Wedding... I don't travel much, especially to bigger cities..I was hoping someone might be able to give me a breakdown of where to go / not to go, safe places vs dangerous places ect. My wife is pretty much set on staying at the Westin, and it looks like it will be smack downtown..any help/suggestions appreciated.

02-11-2015, 07:47 AM	#2
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markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,625 Trading: (47)	Re: Headed to Seattle for a Wedding... The concierge at the Westin will be able to steer you clear of any problem areas, but I can't really think of any place in downtown where you cannot walk safely. South of Pioneer Square can be a bit dicey, but okay in the daylight. The waterfront after dark isn't a good place to go as many different types of people crash there at night. Most are fine and won't bother you, but don't take chances if you aren't a city person. The Seattle Pin Ball Museum is a great place to go. It is owned by an old Club Stogie brother named Charlie. He can tell you places in Seattle to smoke, but he mostly goes to a cigar bar at the casino in Fife - about 1/2 hour away. Do Pike Place Market, the aquarium, Post Alley (especially if you like jazz). The Seattle Center is kinda lame, but if you like a rotating view, head up there (kinda expensive) and see the view. Go to the Ballard Locks (there are some good restaurants there) and be sure to take a few trips on the ferries. If it is clear and there is a good moon, take a ferry back to Seattle after dark so that you can see Mt Ranier in the moonlight. Awesome sight. Oh yeah, ask about the underground tour. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

02-14-2015, 11:46 AM	#6
Tio Gato Uncle Kitty Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 2,075 Trading: (11)	Re: Headed to Seattle for a Wedding... Bring your own cigars. Wash state taxes are high. __________________ "You stink like cigars Uncle Kitty!" Said my Boo age 3. "Kid, take care of your family and the hell with anyone else" My Grandpa Bubba.

02-15-2015, 09:03 PM	#7
joshnauburn JOSHNAUBURN Join Date: Dec 2014 First Name: Josh Location: AL Posts: 65 Trading: (2)	Re: Headed to Seattle for a Wedding... Thanks for all the help!