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Be moved to tears or laughter while enjoying entertainment at the Seattle Opera. Seattle Opera has been a leading American opera company since 1993, putting on five operas every year. Watch the classics of the European repertoire as well as contemporary works by American artists in the newly updated, modern McCaw Hall.

Seattle is known for its delicious brews, but Espresso Vivace Roasteria offers something much different than the Starbucks and Seattle´s Best chains found throughout the city. Opened in 1988 and inspired by Northern Italian espresso, Espresso Vivace creates their drinks with the motto "una bella tazza di caffe"–a beautiful cup of coffee.

Take in the artistic culture of Seattle at the Seattle Art Museum (SAM). This extensive art museum consists of three facilities: the main museum downtown, the Seattle Asian Art Museum on Capitol Hill and the Olympic Sculpture Park on the waterfront. Check out the nearly 25,000 art pieces in its permanent collection.

Take to the sky on a romantic hot air balloon ride from Balloon Depot. Look below you as you ascend to new heights above the beautiful valleys of the Puget Sound. These colorful balloons are flown by commercially licensed pilots, who will make your exciting and exhilarating flight a unique and memorable date experience.