Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Seattle

Dustin D. • August 16, 2014Awesome view of the Seattle skyline. We did our wedding pictures here.

AmateurConcierge • October 13, 2018Awesome dog run about 20 min outside of downtown. Nice trail, agility course and a bunch of open space

Jenny • November 27, 2011It's like the west coast beach vibe meets the east coast beach weather...great place for a refreshing walk or to relax in the sand.

KC S. • December 28, 2014Beautiful downtown Seattle view... even in the winter! Nice walking path too.

Cheryl R. • May 20, 20112 playgrounds, 1 wading pool, a zip line, walking trails, sports fields and courts, Coleman Pool, rocky beaches, woods, picnic areas, BBQ pits, spectacular views of Puget Sound. There is something for

Kaitlin • January 16, 2017A great, heavily wooded park in the heart of Alki.

Tom L. • October 24, 2011Check the tide schedule. Awesome beach combing at low tide.

Carla F. • July 25, 2013Great view of the city, despite the tree overgrowth in the summer months.

R B • December 3, 2009Get up early and catch a sunrise on a clear winter morning. Breathtaking classic view of Seattle's skyline, Cascades, Mt. Rainier, and Elliot Bay with Ferries cruising by.

Jeff N. • November 15, 2011Take a blanket and a light lunch and enjoy the view on a nice day.

Cheryl R. • September 6, 2011My most favorite place to watch the sunset over Puget Sound in all of Seattle. Shhhhh, don't tell!

Chad J. • November 2, 2011Best view of the Seattle skyline especially at sunrise and sunset. Gorgeous views of the Olympics and watch the Ferries traverse the Salish Sea.

Larissa V. • October 22, 2017Good place for a run in all weather.

Dean A. • November 18, 201368 acres of trails in the heart of west Seattle

Jason E. • July 1, 2013Love the new spray park. We went on opening weekend so it was kind of a madhouse. But our 2.5 year old had a great time. Shade is in short supply, so consider a pop-up shelter or umbrella.

Kristin B. • February 26, 2012Breathe deeply...the beach is healing... :-)

Dest S. • February 22, 2014This park is basically a forest with trails. Great for dog walking and communing with nature.

James W. • November 12, 2013The metal constellation maps inlaid in the Beach Drive sidewalk on this stunning waterfront park represent the season and spot where you can best view each respective constellation.

Manas G. • July 1, 2013The best view point of downtown Seattle skyline

Adam C. • August 30, 2013Cool piece of history. Make time to stop and learn.

Child M. • June 18, 2012Peaceful place. Check the ducks on the side of the park.

James W. • November 12, 2013If you are able to take your eyes off the gorgeous views of the Sound and Olympic Mountains, you may see actual cormorants or even sea otters around this area.

Bobby P. • July 22, 2011Ride the Boat!

HISTORY • April 12, 2010It's the largest garden of its kind in the US. Offering gorgeous views & a continually changing array of plants it includes several pavilions built using traditional Chinese materials & techniques.

Mary S. • January 18, 2016See Seattle by night!

Egan F. • September 11, 2015Love this park as there's lots for kids to explore. Play fort, skate park, swings, climbing structures, etc. However, there's a fair amount of riff-raff too so pay attention.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency • June 27, 2012Check out this historical Documerica photo of industrial plans on the Duwamish Waterway. Take a photo of the area today and share it with our State of the Environment Photo Project.

Mayor Matthew W. • October 26, 2013Arrive between naptimes to maximize children and parents. Friends for kids. Friends for parents. Splendid.