Seattle, USA - Springfield, USA - Comparison and Distance between
Distance: 2,790 km / 1,734 miles

Seattle, Washington, USA

You are looking at Seattle , Washington in USA. The city has a population of 582454 residents. It is located on -121.66 degrees longitude, and 47.61 latitude.

Seattle , General info:
5/10

Seattle is one of the best places to visit and live in the world. It sits between the Pacific Ocean and the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges.

Seattle , Cheap stuff:
7/10

All museums in Seattle are free on the first Thursday of every month.

The Pike Place Market or Fisherman's Market as it is sometimes called keeps you busy for hours and is free.

The beaches in Seattle are not crowed and very clean.

Seattle , Different stuff:
10/10

Seattle has a very large Asian population with lots of foods and clothing that you will not find elsewhere.

You can take trips to Underground Seattle. Where the city was located before the big Seattle fire.

The locks in Ballard are not only interesting, but free. You can see boats go from fresh to salt water. At certain times of the year you can see salmon returning from the ocean to spawn in the fresh water. The fish ladder as well as the locks are free.

Seattle , Don't miss:
5/10

Pike Place Market.,

Chinatown.

Alki Beach.

University of Washington campus with its libraries.

The many live theater in Seattle. (You can get half price tickets at the Pike Place Market at Ticket, Ticket)

Seattle , Food:
5/10

Between Salty's Brunch on Alki beach to dinner watching the sun go down at Ray's Boathouse on the salt water you cannot beat the seafood Seattle has to offer.

The Dim Sum at "House of Hong" in Chinatown is not only reasonably priced but internationally known as some of the best you can get. (One woman comes all the way from Poland just for their Dim Sum)

Seattle , Hotels:
10/10

If you are loaded there is the Sorento Hotel or the Fairmount Olympic. If you are looking for a mid priced place to stay, Silver Cloud on Lake Union is a great find. Or if you want there are many great Bed and Breakfast for a reasonable price.

Seattle , Safety:
7/10

There is very little crime in Seattle. Outside of a few drunk University students around the campus doing what I did many years ago, you will be very happy in all of the city.

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Springfield, Illinois, USA

You are looking at Springfield , Illinois in USA. The city has a population of 188951 residents. It is located on -88.35 degrees longitude, and 39.80 latitude.

Springfield , General info:
10/10

Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city of Springfield is dotted with sites centered around U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, who started his political career in Springfield. These include: the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, a National Historical Park that includes the preserved surrounding neighborhood, the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices State Historic Site, the Lincoln Tomb State Historic Site, the Old State Capitol State Historic Site, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Near the village of Petersburg, is New Salem State Park, a restored hamlet of log cabins, recreating the town where Lincoln lived as a young man.

Springfield , Cheap stuff:
9/10

Cheapest and most delicious Cozy Dog.

Springfield , Different stuff:
8/10

Springfield has long had an affiliation with food. The corn dog on a stick was invented in the city under the name “Cozy Dog,” although there is some debate to the actual origin of the popular snack. The horseshoe sandwich, not well-known outside of the city, also originated in Springfield. Springfield was also once home to the Reisch Beer brewery.

The alleged first U.S. drive-thru window is still in operation in Springfield at the Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop.

Springfield , Don't miss:
9/10

Although not born in Springfield, Abraham Lincoln is the city's most famous resident. He lived here for 17 years.[6] The only home he ever owned is open to the public, seven days a week, free of charge, and operated by the National Park Service.

Springfield , Food:
9/10

From infamous, one-of-kind "horseshoe" sandwich to the ever popular Cozy Dog - you'll find a delicious selection of dining opportunities in Springfield, Illinois. Along with neighborhood fare, you"ll also find four-star restaurants, quaint cafés, fast-food and more.

Springfield , Hotels:
9/10

Springfield lodging, with 4,000-plus rooms, ranges from bed and breakfasts and inns to economy and luxury hotels. You will find everything you need.

Springfield , Safety:
10/10

Very safe and friendly city.

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