5 Beloved Places in Seattle That We Miss the Most

Ahh, we really miss these places. Thinking about them tugs at our heartstrings! I'm talking about these five places in Seattle, and once you see their names, you might tear up, too! Whether you grew up in Washington or moved here in the early to mid-2000s, you'll probably recognize each of them and go, "Ah, man, I really miss that place!"

Place #1: Fun Forest at Seattle Center

This place was closed in 2011. It had roller coasters (The Windstorm), bumper cars, laser tag, and mini-golf. They even had a roller coaster that splashed through a "wild river."

Place #2: Tower Records

I spent my teenage and young adult years glued to the (broken) headphones at Tower Records. This place was iconic for bringing in top celebrity music stars and giving us a place to listen to new music before we bought it. I will forever heart Tower Records!

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Place #3: Key Arena

What was once a place to see some great concerts (I saw the Destiny's Child Farewell Tour here in 2005) and our beloved Seattle Supersonics is now the home of the Seattle Krakens and a whole bunch of other things. The building was destroyed and rebuilt with a fancy new look and vibe--and a new name: the Climate Pledge Arena.

Place #4: The Elephant Car Wash

The iconic pink elephant sign stands no more in downtown Seattle. I used it as a landmark to let me know that I was lost and had to figure out the right way to turn onto Denny Way! It was closed permanently in 2021.

Place #5:

This spot is empty because I want you to tell me which place you miss the most that should be here! Email me here!

"Funplex, Kingdome, and Chubby & Teddy (Rainier Ave)." - Bea G.

 

"I miss Zestos Drive-In at Ballard High School; it was an icon. Eventually it turned into a hangout for gangs and fights. Yes, it was a long time ago but have never forgotten a burger with extra goop and pickles!" - Patricia S.