Named after the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport located within its bounds, Sea-Tac is a small city in Washington’s King County. It was established around 1860 along the route of a military road that once linked Fort Steilacoom and Fort Bellingham. SeaTac was officially incorporated as a city in 1990.
Things to do in SeaTac
North of the city is the Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden, which was originally established by Elda and Ray Behm as a private garden. It features the Celebration Rose Garden, the Sensory Garden and the Seike Japanese Garden, which was created in 1961 as a memorial to a fallen soldier. Don’t miss the Paradise Garden with its cascading water features and seasonal blooms.
SeaTac makes an ideal base for visiting the Hydroplane & Race Boat Museum, which is the only museum in the United States dedicated solely to powerboat racing. It exhibits an impressive collection of vintage hydroplanes, trophies and memorabilia, as well as information about legendary drivers such as Bill Muncey, Mira Slovak and “Wild” Bill Cantrell.
For a retail fix, head to Westfield Southcenter, which is home to more than 200 stores set across two levels on the banks of the Green River. In addition to its fashion, electronic and homeware stores, it boasts a wide choice of eateries and a multiplex cinema complex. You can experience the thrill of falling from the sky at iFly Indoor Skydiving or enjoy a game of ten-pin bowls at Bowlero South Seattle.
Getting around SeaTac
SeaTac is home to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the globe. The centre of Seattle is around 40 minutes’ drive from SeaTac and Tacoma is 30 minutes away. Regular trams connect to the SeaTac/Airport Station while renting a car is the most convenient way of getting around the city.