Beautiful park. Can't wait to explore it more thoroughly.
One of my favorite parks in Seattle. Beautiful panoramic views of the city from the tower. Located by the reservoir, greenhouse, and museum. Nicely maintained and lots of activities.
A must walk park in Seattle. Great views of Space needle from Water tower.
Go people watching in the park. +2 points / stroller +3 points / dog +5 points / hipster or fashion victim + 10 points / mohawk -5 points for mohawk-mistaken-for-a-fohawk etc.
Public park with a sports field, fountain, playground and lawn
Great park
If you can't afford the Space Needle, climb the water tower stairs to a stellar view! Next to park is the conservatory with orchids + Bruce and Brandon Lee's graves are close by as well. Fun daytrip!
There is an informative exhibit on the walls of the water Tower about Olmsted brothers, creators of Central Park created Volunteer Park - a magical gem of Seattle.
Beautiful view! Park it breathtaking!
…consider walking north on 15th Ave E to E Gar eld St, where you’ll nd a nice lookout over Lake Washington at Boren Park.
Top 10 underrated parks
Bring breakfast, a blanket, and someone to cuddle with and sit at the bench overlooking Lake Washington for one of the best viewpoints to watch a sunrise in the city.
Go for brunch, then get some cookies to go - and enjoy at the park.
One of the top ten underrated parks in Seattle. Come here after the big five
Come for a hike or bike, along with picnic stuff to enjoy an amazing view
…They don’t lead anywhere you need to go, but take the trails anyway. You need no more destination, just meander until you’ve forgotten you’re in the middle of a booming city.
Follow up a visit to the museum with a trip up the water tower in the park. It's great exercise and offers stunning views of Puget Sound and downtown.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.
Worth the trip to Volunteer Park to see great objects from across Asia in a fascinating and we'll curated setting.
Great art, but the Art Deco architecture is a treat too.
Great store but the parking garage will take years off your life... park on the street or leave the car at home and walk.
The trick to parking in the lot is to circle around to near the garage exit, and park there for a speedier getaway.
Their prepared pizza dough is AMAZING. Super easy to make & makes an awesome pizza. Three varieties to choose from for $1.29 that will make a 12inch pie
Fabulous park. There are many places to enjoy a picnic. There are outdoor sculptures, flower gardens, and this wonderful Conservatory.
Look at it!
At the greenhouse modeled on London’s Crystal Palace, display plans include illegal orchids seized by U.S. Fish and Wildlife officials. Read more.
Get the coffee to go and then walk up to Volunteer Park for communion with nature.
Great coffee shop to hang out in since their remodel. Friendlier and warmer atmosphere, sufficient seating and nice mellow background music playing.
Not good if you are short on time. Service was slow during the morning rush.
Fast wifi, lots of open space, friendly staff. A great place to park yourself and work for the afternoon.
Always good French pressed coffee, and the milk in the lattes is frothed to perfection. The squash bread in the pastry case is a muuuuust.
Watch these guys roast their own beans, take part in a tasting, or just grab a delish brew and chill out in the former 1920s automobile showroom. Read more.
Old metal slides, wooden bridge, big bone-like climbing sculpture, ...playground getting remodeled in 2012.
Take your kid when it's a little rainy & beat the crowds!
Shady -- great for when it's really hot.
Great drinks, great food, fantastic ambiance and unique menu
Try the Everything! It's delicious!
Have a rum drink!
Play here once a week for a soft pitch game. Fields are well kept and people don't mind having dogs here
The swings here are really low. Good for toddlers to learn
Best place to do a handstand in Seattle.
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