University of Washington campus
Web: http://www.washington.edu

The conference will be held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. Seattle is known for its scenic beauty, temperate climate, and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities. The Puget Sound region offers many opportunities for recreation and sightseeing. The Olympic Mountains to the west and the Cascade Mountains to the east provide a spectacular setting for the city. Just north of downtown Seattle, the University of Washington campus occupies 684 acres bordering Lake Washington. The campus conference headquarters, nearby restaurants, shops, and services are all within comfortable walking distance.
Campus map showing the Husky Student Union Building (the HUB)

Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) is located approximately 20 miles south of the University of Washington and 15 miles south of Downtown Seattle.

Airport Transportation Options

Shuttle Express

Shuttle Express offers frequent operation between the airport and any Seattle destination you request. It is suggested for transportation from the airport to the hotels downtown or in the university area. The rate is $ 24.75/single ($30.75/two people traveling together, $ 37.75/three people, etc.) for a one-way trip.

Reservations cannot be made prior to arrival into Sea-Tac Airport; however, advance reservations are required for a return trip to the airport (425-981-7000). You may also make your return-trip reservations online at http://www.shuttleexpress.com/webpages/reservations.html.

To find Shuttle Express: After you have collected your luggage, follow the signs directing you to ground transportation which is located on the 3rd floor of the parking garage. The 3rd floor is the same level as the baggage claim and lower drive level. To get across the lower drive you must proceed up one floor via escalator or elevator and walk across the sky bridge. Once in the garage, proceed to our Shuttle Express booth by following the ground transportation check-in signs. Walk towards the middle and take an escalator or elevator back down one floor to floor three. You will find their booth alongside the Sea-Tac ground transportation information center.

Seattle Downtown Airporter

Seattle Downtown Airporter service is operated by Gray Line of Seattle. It offers scheduled service between the airport and the major hotels in downtown Seattle. The rate is $10.25/person one way - $17/person roundtrip. This service is for select downtown hotels only and does not extend to the University District.

If your destination is a downtown hotel, tickets are available at the Gray Line of Seattle desk located at the south end of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport main terminal. Follow the signs for Scheduled Airporter Services at Door 00 (zero-zero).Tickets for the return trip from downtown to the airport may be purchased on-line, from the Airport Express Drivers, or from a hotel concierge. If departing from a downtown hotel that is not one of the select drop-off sites, please call for Connector Service at (206) 255-7159 at least one hour prior to your pick up time the same day as your departure.

Taxi

All Seattle taxi cabs operate at the same rate, set by King County. The meter drop is $2.50 plus $2.00 per mile. Extra person charges may apply. There is a $28 flat rate from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to downtown Seattle. A trip from the airport to the University District will range from $36 to $40. A $0.50 gas surcharge may apply for rides originating in Seattle.

Driving Directions

From I-5, take the NE 45th Street exit (#169). Turn left onto NE 45th Street. Continue east about one quarter mile to 15th Avenue NE and turn right. From I-5 take the NE 45th Street Exit. Turn right on NE 45th Street if coming from I-5 Northbound, or, left on NE 45th Street if coming from I-5 Southbound. Stay eastbound on NE 45th (for approximately 1/2 mile) to either:

Right on 17th Avenue NE/Memorial Way to the main gatehouse. There is limited visitor parking on campus.

OR

Turn right on 15th Avenue NE. Head south on 15th Avenue three blocks to NE 41st Street. Turn left at Gate #1 into the Central Plaza Garage. Stop at the gatehouse inside the garage for directions and a parking permit.

Parking on the University of Washington campus

A car is not necessary for conference participants who will be staying in Universtiy area hotels. The recommended hotels are walking distance from the campus. For participants who will be arriving by car, visitor parking is available in the Central Plaza Garage. Daily parking permits are available for $10 per day, payable at the entrance gates. Saturday and evening parking permits are available for $4 (evenings begin at 4 p.m.). You cannot purchase 24 hour parking permits.

Read more parking information from the UW parking division

Seattle Weather

Summer temperatures in Seattle are generally mild. The average daytime high temperature in September is 69°F (21°C) and the average nighttime low temperature is 51°F (11°C). Current weather forecast for Seattle.

Lodging
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http://www.math.washington.edu/Visitors/restaurants.php

Local Restaurants
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Maps
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