In early summer 2021, my partner Lauren and I flew from Denver to Los Angeles, and drove a rental car all the way up the coast to Seattle.

Downtown Seattle street photography is a one-of-a-kind experience. This moody, rainy city seems to have a built-in layer of mystery, and it’s full of incredible architecture making it the perfect backdrop for any street photographer.

If you’re new to flying (or driving) with camera gear, this list is for you. Although, experienced travel photographers are more than welcome to read on and weigh in with your own tips too. My contact info is at the bottom, so let me know what you think!