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The concierge at the Westin will be able to steer you clear of any problem areas, but I can't really think of any place in downtown where you cannot walk safely. South of Pioneer Square can be a bit dicey, but okay in the daylight. The waterfront after dark isn't a good place to go as many different types of people crash there at night. Most are fine and won't bother you, but don't take chances if you aren't a city person.

The Seattle Pin Ball Museum is a great place to go. It is owned by an old Club Stogie brother named Charlie. He can tell you places in Seattle to smoke, but he mostly goes to a cigar bar at the casino in Fife - about 1/2 hour away.

Do Pike Place Market, the aquarium, Post Alley (especially if you like jazz). The Seattle Center is kinda lame, but if you like a rotating view, head up there (kinda expensive) and see the view. Go to the Ballard Locks (there are some good restaurants there) and be sure to take a few trips on the ferries. If it is clear and there is a good moon, take a ferry back to Seattle after dark so that you can see Mt Ranier in the moonlight. Awesome sight.

Oh yeah, ask about the underground tour.