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General Information LOCATION The Westin Seattle is the front door to downtown shopping, attractions, dining and the vibrant theater district. An ideal urban retreat, The Westin is just steps away from the Washington State Convention Center, Pike Place Market and the Space Needle. For more information about the local area, go to: http://www.visitseattle.org/visitors/ ATTRACTIONS Pike Place Market - Established in 1907, Pike Place Market is one of the oldest continuously-operated farmers market in the U.S. Enjoy samples of local foods from vendors and be entertained by street musicians. Entrance to the market is free, street performers gladly accept donations. For more information visit www.pikeplacemarket.org. Seattle Center - 74-acre park that was the site of the 1962 world's fair and now the city's cultural center - location of the Space Needle, Seattle Opera House, Seattle Repertory Theatre, Intiman Theatre, Children's Museum, Children's Theater, Fun Forest Amusement Park, Pacific Science Center and Experience Music Project|Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame. Entrance to the Seattle Center grounds is free. For more information visit www.seattlecenter.com. Glass Art Displays - Various locations throughout downtown Seattle have displays of glass art for viewing. Some places to see these exhibits include: the U.S. Bank Building at 5th & Pike, The Sheraton Hotel at 6th & Pike, Benaroya Hall at 3rd & University and various galleries. Free. Fremont Sunday Market - Host to more than 100 vendors from around the region who bring fresh flowers and produce, crafts and world imports Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the winter and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the summer, rain or shine. Browse the flea market in search of the rare or funky or eat in one or the neighborhood bistros. Free. For more information visit www.fremontmarket.com/fremont. Seattle Mariners' Safeco Field - Visit the home of the Seattle Mariners. The tour includes areas of the ballpark that are not normally open to the public such as the press box, luxury suites, field, dugout and visitor's clubhouse. Hours and dates vary; adult tickets are $9 and children tickets are $7. Tickets can be purchased by calling (206) 622-4427. AIRPORT & TRANSPORTATION City Rail System: The Sea-Tac Airport station provides Link direct service between Sea-Tac International Airport and downtown Seattle. Please visit the meeting website for more details. Hotel Parking
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