Looking for things to do with the kids now that they are off school for two weeks? How about taking a trip on the light rail?
Right now is a GREAT time for a ride! Why? Schools are out for two fun-filled weeks, AND LINK Light Rail service is extended all the way to the airport for all eternity! What more do you need for an afternoon family outing? Take a break from the shopping frenzy, grab the kids and enjoy a fun-filled trip through the south end.
Here are some things to enjoy along the way:
Space Art – The colorful space 
themed art is reason enough for a quick stop at the Beacon Hill station. If you are tight on cash you can get off and enjoy the platform art, then jump back on for no extra cost. If your kids learn that they are 16 stories underground though, they might want to ride the elevator back up to the surface of the earth (and if you do this, you might as well walk across the street to the Beacon Hill Branch of The Seattle Public Library!).
Pastries – The Columbia City station is just a few blocks from the center of this thriving neighborhood. Take a short walk down to the Columbia City Bakery for a cup of tea and one of their to die for pastries. Peruse some of the local shops, and then if you have a few more minutes, hit the Columbia City Branch of The Seattle Public Library!)
Views— From the Link Light you and your kids will catch awesome views of downtown and Sodo. If the weather is clear you’ll get some great glimpses of Mt Rainier. Most importantly, you’ll enjoy areas of Seattle and Tukwila that you‘ve likely never seen before.
And on your way back to town…
Tacos! – Are you hungry again? Then take a stop at the Othello station and walk across the parking lot on the northeast corner to my absolute favorite taco truck, Tacos El Asadero! Two-time winner of Rainier Valley Post’s Best of SE Seattle Readers’ Choice Poll, this truck’s $1.20 chicken tacos will keep the kids happy and stay well within your budget. And while you are there, you might consider walking east on Othello for then minutes to hit the NewHolly Branch of The Seattle Public Library!
~ Valerie, Central
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