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Hamilton Viewpoint Park

4.6 (41 reviews)
Closed 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Ronald M.

This is a real nice place to come in the evening. Put Otis Redding's "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" on and relax and enjoy. You'll know what I mean when you get there.

View in person is so much better
Lorena G.

The view here is INSANEEEEE!!! Go at night and you will not be disappointed at all like trust me!! Full view of Seattle and space needle!! Like the lights and everything is sooo pretty!!

Super nice view of Seattle. Really a great drive-up spot where you don't need to get out of the car. Lots of parking.

Jon L.

Hamilton Viewpoint Park is located just above Alki. Drive down California Ave in West Seattle towards Alki to find it. The park makes for a nice pit stop before driving down to Alki Beach located just below this viewpoint via a winding road. If you are driving to the viewpoint from Alki, make a left turn up the road after passing Marination Ma Kai. The view here is similar to what you would find at Alki except that you get a higher elevation view which makes for a slightly better shot. There are some public telescopes at this viewpoint also. Not much seating here. I guess you could have a picnic on the grass here, but I would prefer doing that at Alki instead. If you are looking for a spot in West Seattle to get great shots of the Seattle skyline, check out Hamilton Viewpoint.

Looking out at the water from the park.
Sheri H.

Stunning view of downtown Seattle, the sound and Cascade mountains. This park has some lawn and parking, it's meant to be a stop just for the view. It's really beautiful. At night the lights are gorgeous of downtown. During the daytime, it's gorgeous as well and very calming for me to watch the boats move in and out of port. This park is at the north end of California, overlooking Alki Beach.

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Larry L.

One of the best views in the state of Washington. Definitely the best view of the city of Seattle from land. My bike rides through here always include a stop here. That's mostly because on the up the steep hill I need a rest before it flattens out up top. Lol. There almost always cars in the parking lot with a range of people taking a break from work, tourist and locals taking selfies with an amazing background. Lots of times there's younger groups of ppl with the music turned up and enjoying a little herb. I can't imagine anyone not feeling safe here no matter what the crowd or lack of crowd is. it's such a beautiful happy place in the city. It's really just a quick stop kinda city park and not a place you would hang out all day.

Stan Y.

If you need a nice landscape view of Seattle downtown from west Seattle but don't want spend hours finding a parking space at Alki beach, Hamilton's view point park is a good alternative park for Alki. Pro: Much less crowded than Alki. You can find a parking space here easily and enjoy the great Seattle downtown view. The park is on the top of hill, so you can view the Cascade mountain clearly as well. Con: At summer time some trees might block you view; there is a fence that easily show up in your pictures; you can't feel all the vibe in Alki; from time to time there are some people smoking weed in the parking lot with strong scent which is very annoying and not family friendly. The local police should definitely increase the patrol here.

Me H.

Why not hit another view point. I stopped in at Hamilton Viewpoint with my parents so they could see yet another spectacular view of downtown Seattle. There's plenty of parking, benches and a beautiful lawn to relax and have a picnic on. One of the great things about the Hamilton Viewpoint is that it allows you to see Seattle's natural beauty along with it's urban beauty. You have a eye-catching view of the downtown Seattle, Elliott Bay, the port and the Cascade Mountains. It's kind of a secret spot but not that secret because many times I've come to relax and enjoy the view only to find a weddings taking place. If you're looking to have an outdoor wedding with downtown Seattle, Elliott Bay, the port and the Cascade Mountains as your back ground this might be the spot for you, just don't take up all the room because I do like to come here to relax sometimes.

Delilah K.

What a beautiful view. It is so pretty and serene. What I did not like about this park is that on the 4 th of July with a huge crowd of people the Seattle Police came and told us they were closing the gates and after being there from 6:09 pm- 10:15 pm just 5 minutes before the fireworks were to start, we had to move our vehicle. Tom being a law bidding citizen and 3 others moved their cars and missed the entire fireworks show It would have been nicer had they let everyone watch the fireworks and then close the gates. As it was the police had to wait till the show was over to get all the people to leave. My husband did not get to watch the show. I was not happy with the park that closes at 10:00 pm. They could have made an exception being a holiday If I ever go to the park again, I will park outside the gates.

Melody P.

My sister knows the best places for scenery! On her birthday, we drove over to Alki right before dinner. There's no parking whatsoever. Therefore, she recommended this park for us to chill before dinner. It was a great spot. It's higher up from the beach. There are parking in front of the viewpoint. It's very similar to Kerry Park but with more parking and different view. The city view from West Seattle is beautiful. I really enjoy it! If you are thinking about the night view-sighting, make sure you come here before 11:30PM. That's when the park closes. There will be patrol coming if you are around after hour.

This is where I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her.
Eric J.

This is the first place my fiancé took me when I arrived here in "The Great Pacific Northwest" and I was taken by the view. The peaceful park, beautiful view, and a gorgeous woman set the tone to make me realize I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her. This place will always hold a special place in my heart.

Irene C.

Great place to get a view of the Seattle skyline at night with the reflection off the water. Easy parking, really dark, but felt pretty safe as a solo tourist. It's kind of like the equivalent view of San Francisco from treasure island.

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Nice little hillside park with a great view of downtown!

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The views are spectacular! Love bringing the dog to hang out and play here...on leash though. ^_^

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Great place to get a panoramic view of Seattle. It tends to be colder here so bring a sweater and enjoy the view!

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We went to Hamilton Park AFTER visiting Kerry Park and we're so glad we did.

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Kerry Park - 2037pdt on 5/28/24

Kerry Park

(1.1k reviews)

Lower Queen Anne

Free activity in Seattle, Washington…read more.. When I was at the Post Office, mailing some postcards, the friendly clerk suggested that I go to Kerry Park to view in person, the city skyline as depicted in these postcards... OK! My niece was surprised at the size of "the park". It seems to be more like a strip of lawn instead of a park. Well... we were there for the beautiful view of Seattle and were happy to get a free parking space on the street! There also was an interesting steel sculpture called: Changing Form. It's 15 feet tall and can be used as a nice frame to photograph the Space Needle and its surroundings!

On clear days you can get an amazing view of Elliott Bay and the Central City (with the Space…read moreNeedle of course!), with a backdrop of Mount Rainier. The viewpoint is thoughtfully designed so many people can line up against the railings without too much trouble instead of photographers trying to jockey for space. If you didn't bring binoculars, there's a few coin operated telescopes to help you look at things in the distance. There's also a cool statue here if you're interested, and if you go down the steps there's a small playground. I'm not sure if I've ever seen anyone use the playground though, since there are no bathrooms associated with the park and small kids can have bathroom emergencies. There are businesses nearby where I guess you could technically ask to use the washrooms, but it's just another hassle. Note: street parking only.

Discovery Park

Discovery Park

(491 reviews)

Magnolia

A Seattle Gem with Breathtaking Views!…read more Discovery Park is hands down one of the most beautiful spots in Seattle. My husband grew up in Magnolia, so he took me here for a hike last weekend, and I was completely blown away. ​We explored the south side and walked the Loop Trail. The path is well-maintained and offers stunning panoramic views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. It's hard to believe you're still within the city limits! It's the largest park in the city, so there is plenty of space to enjoy nature. Whether you want a serious hike or just a peaceful stroll to see the water, this is the place to go. Don't forget your camera--the scenery is post-card perfect!

Seattle's Discovery Park is the bee's knees! I was completely blown away by this picturesque public…read morespace. From an urban park perspective, the only other experience that comes close for me is when I moved to the Old Town Manchester neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia, and had Belle Isle in my backyard, which offers access to hiking, large flat rocks for sunbathing, and whitewater rafting on Class II, III, and IV rapids on the James River right in the middle of downtown. Okay, back to Discovery Park. I spent an entire day exploring the park. I started by ordering a carryout lunch at Damoori Kitchen, which is now closed according to Yelp. I then walked to Discovery Park and hiked the 4.4-mile Discovery Park and Lighthouse Loop. A map for that trail can be accessed using a trail app. The loop trail took me through several ecosystems such as coastal meadows, tidal beaches, forest groves, sand dunes, and vast stretches of thickets with wild berries. Once I finished hiking the loop, I walked back to Damoori Kitchen and caught a rideshare back to downtown Seattle. Highlights from my Discovery Park adventure included eating lunch at the tidal beach, exploring sea cliffs, seeing jaw-dropping views of Mount Rainier, hiking past the West Point Lighthouse, and experiencing the sights, sounds, flora, and fauna of the park's majestic landscape.

Volunteer Park

Volunteer Park

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Capitol Hill

Smackdab right in the middle of Seattle, this park is a treasure! In addition to the wide open…read morespaces, trees, and fountains, the Volunteer Park Conservatory and the Seattle Asian Art Museum are also located here. If you want to see a good view of Seattle, check out the Volunteer Park Water Tower's observation deck in the southeast corner of Volunteer Park right on top of Capitol Hill. There's no elevator so be prepared to climb the 107 stairs to the top and be rewarded with 360-degree view of Seattle! There are bars and fencing at the windows though, which does detract a little from the experience. Between the windows are informational signs about Seattle's history. I'll be back to check out the art museum and the conservatory in the future!

Definitely worth a visit. Volunteer Park is a beautiful historic park located in the heart of…read moreSeattle, designed by the Olmsted Brothers and a it's a must see as one of Seattle's well known landmarks. We skipped the inside of conservatory and Asian Art Museum but enjoyed strolling the grounds and admiring the views and taking in the fresh are. The sculpture, Black Sun by Isamu Noguchi, is here too and perfectly frames the Space Needle when you look through it. The highlight was climbing the water tower. The hike up was tiring, we were so out of breath and had to take some breaks, but the views were stunning. Definitely worth it and the walk down was so much easier! The park is peaceful and well-maintained, with plenty of spots to relax. Parking is free but fills up fast. A must-visit for locals and tourists alike! Check out the website for more info at https://www.seattle.gov/parks/allparks/volunteer-park

Hamilton Viewpoint Park - parks - Updated May 2026

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