The Puget Sound Area is a very family friendly area. Not only surrounded by parks and recreation, the area offers several local venues for the family in mind. Whether it be a stroll to Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle or the Pacific Science Center near the Space Needle, the area has it all for the whole family. Enjoy a bike ride or roller blading on 90 miles of the Burke Gilman trail. The area also boasts great school districts, musical venues and art events.