General Guide
Seattle is the largest city in the state of Washington, with a population of about 570,000, and a metropolitan population of about 3.8 million. First settled in 1851, it is one of the more youthful large cities in the U.S. It lies between Puget Sound and Lake Washington: you're never far from water in Seattle.
There are quite a few different neighborhoods in Seattle, including Wallingford, Capital Hill, Pioneer Square, Columbia City, and West Seattle.
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It does rain frequently in Seattle, especially in the autumn and winter. On the plus side, it is often light rain, and the temperature is relatively moderate for such a northern city: the temperature is in the 40s during much of the winter, though cold spells do occur. The summers are really superb: little rain, and pleasant temperatures with reasonable humidity.
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Public Transit
The primary public transit in Seattle is the bus system, the "Metro" bus service. Fare is $1.25 (or $1.50 during "peak" hours). From 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. there is a "Ride Free Area" in downtown.
Buses have bike racks that can carry two bikes.
Seattle has no subway system.
