Very pretty garden! It's a quick walk through but there were tables inside if you wanted to sit and…read moreenjoy the scenery! The leaves on the Japanese maples are very pretty right now for fall!

Nice place to relax and enjoy a waterfall. Beware of the local homeless population nearby!read more

We have been to yhis park quite a few times and it is always busy. But is a good thing because kids…read moreenjoy it except for the jellyfish body which gets packed!! Difficult for kids to get to the top. Plenty of different kind of games. That is fantastic because this.makes unique this park. Great view and addition to this walk through piers. Restrooms are so cool and clean. Be sure to get in theough the right side. Usually a line.

This area looks so much better now that the old Alaskan Way Viaduct was removed back in 2019. The…read morepark was designed with pedestrians in mind. It keeps people away from the tunnel traffic along that road. It's still a work in progress with many developments planned in the future. There's still a lot of construction near Belltown as of June 2025. We stayed in a hotel near the park. It's super close to Pier 66. The park currently connects Pioneer Square with Pier 62, and has great views of Elliott Bay. We took the elevator up to the Overlook Walk so that we could gain access to Pike Place Market. There are also stairs that take you there from each side of the walkway. I don't remember it being this easy back in 2011. Heck, I don't even remember seeing the ferris wheel at Pier 57. When did that happen? It's a large and beautiful greenspace that's perfect for locals & tourists alike. We kind of lost our bearings for a bit, but then it became all clear that we were headed the right way to the market. I really like what they have done here. It will be cool to see it again once it's all done, and there's no more construction. It was a nice walk along the bay.

Unbelievable City center…read more Approachable parking Not so many chronics Lotsa rocks, not so much sand Good find

This has become one of my dogs' favorite little outings and it's only about a 15-minute walk from…read morewhere we live, which makes it really convenient. I'm also glad they kept access open even with all the construction happening around Elliott Bay. Despite the name, Pocket Beach isn't really a beach in the traditional sense. It's mostly pebbles and rocks instead of sand, but that's part of what makes it interesting. There are a bunch of big driftwood logs along the shore (not sure if they were placed there or just floated in over time), and they make great spots to sit and enjoy the view. It's actually a really nice place to catch the sunset. On clear evenings the light over Elliott Bay is beautiful and the logs are perfect for sitting and taking it all in. It's also very dog friendly. Lots of people bring their pups, and my fur babies love climbing over the logs, exploring the rocks, and splashing around near the water. Overall it's a great little stop along the Elliott Bay Trail if you want to sit for a bit, enjoy the scenery, or just get outside and relax.

Pioneer Square Habitat Beach takes up a fantastic little slice right next to the downtown ferry…read more It was pretty busy when we dropped in, with several people with dogs playing in the water, and even a cat on a leash. The honey and I nabbed a log and enjoyed the ferry coming in while we ate our general porpoise. The beach has sand, but it's fairly light with much of the space made up of rocks with quite a bit of driftwood. All in all a pretty sweet place to decompress before getting on the ferry.

Not much to see here. We walked here because it was across the street from our hotel. No one was…read moreswimming but there were some people sitting on the rocky shore. There is a kiosk nearby to purchase cards for the Orca but was broken and was the main reason came here. There was some interesting sculpture pieces on the sidewalk for photo ops.

I love a sculpture garden. I grew up in the DC area so was super excited to see the same metal tree…read morethere in Seattle. They also seemed to have the iconic face sculptures that most sculpture gardens I've visited tend to have (re: Chicago and DC). My best friend and I walked to this from our hotel. It seems that they have mini golf this summer which was really cute. There were different art installations that you could hit a golf ball to. We just observed. It looks like a fantastic park to read a book or have a picnic. The Chinese zodiac heads were my favorite. I'd recommend checking this spot out.

The renovations to this park has been great! It's great having different paths for cyclists and…read morepedestrians. The beaches are more accessible. The natural flora are beautiful. There are also a lot more seats and picnic tables. My only gripe is the lack of bathrooms. There's one up at the top of the park but the next one is further in the park where Cafe Hagen has opened up. I'm glad that cafe opened up because there needed to be a food option. But the bathrooms are disgusting. They've only been open for a month and it's the only bathroom in the park. They need to do A LOT more cleanings. The staff at the cafe was mostly friendly except the Asian girl that worked on Saturday. She seemed more interested in chatting with her friends than serving customers. It's a shame considering the other staff members were friendly. I hope these are resolved soon. Otherwise the park is beautiful. Just plan your bathroom breaks.

This is a beautiful location and the host are wonderful, helpful fun people who go beyond making…read moreyour adventure an enjoyable adventure.

A group of six purchased Living Social vouchers for the Lopez Island 3 hour Sea Kayak Tour…read more We needed to take a ferry to get to Lopez Island. Plan accordingly. http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ Outdoor adventures keeps the guided groups small (maximum 12 people). I appreciate the small groups since this was my first time kayaking. Three types of kayaks are available: single, double or triple occupancy. Discover is an accepted form of payment. A Discover Pass is required to park at Spencer Spit. If you do not have a pass, a $10 day pass can be purchased with cash or check. There were several rangers checking passes on our visit so be sure to have a pass visibly displayed to avoid being ticketed. WHAT TO BRING - Signed Release of Liability - Bathing suit or non-cotton under layers preferred - A synthetic shirt (capilene, polypro, Under Armor, etc) - Shorts or pants made of a synthetic material (may get wet/damp) - Lightweight fleece jacket or windbreaker/rain jacket to provide warmth - Water shoes or sandals that strap on (or shoes that can get wet) - Sun hat and/or sunglasses - Sunscreen and chapstick - Water bottle - Optional; Camera, Plastic bag for wet items and change of clothing - If you have a gift certificate or prepaid voucher (such as Groupon) please bring a printed copy with you! Dorito Dan was our guide for the day. Dan was friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The first hour is dedicated to introductions, procedures and safety. Be sure to use the restroom before departing. Once on the water, there is no turning back. Kayaking is great for teamwork and communication. Both are required to avoid frustration. I recommend wearing weight-lifting/bicycle gloves in order to prevent blisters. Each person in our group started getting blisters towards the end of the tour. During our 3 mile kayaking trip, we spotted starfish, seals and majestic bald eagles. Thank you Outdoor Adventures for providing a magnificent day of play while surrounded by gorgeous Mother Nature. We all plan to return in the near future for another go-around.

I gave my husband (and myself) an e-foil lesson for Father's Day. Brett was a FANTASTIC instructor!…read moreMy husband was able to get up and foil rather quickly. I was able to get up and hydroplane. I couldn't quite get to actually foil but I did way better than I expected and that was all due to Brett! He is very clear, patient and fun to work with. He was able to give us both great instructions even though we are different levels of ability. We got so much time in the water learning. It was soooo fun! I highly recommend him! Definitely worth the money!

I booked a session with Brett, and it was fantastic. I've been wanting to get into the sport for a…read moreyear now, but my wife convinced me to get a lesson before buying a board. Super glad I did. I was able to stand up after about an hour, and I was instantly hooked. Super fun, and totally worth the money. It felt a little expensive at first but the lessons saved me so much time and frustration. Also I now have a bit of a blueprint for how to teach my friends. I'd totally recommend these guys for anyone curious about the sport.

I cannot explain how thankful I am that I chose Western Prince!! Prior to booking, I read that they…read moreallow you to come for a second viewing if whales were not spotted on your trip. We unfortunately saw no whales during our first outing (so many cute seals and eagles though!), but they were able to squeeze us in the next day for another chance at no additional cost. And on that second trip we were blessed to see multiple orca pods socializing together! They had a mic that they inserted into the water, and we got to listen to them socialize. I wasn't aware they had this and it was such a magical experience to hear them! Huge thanks to Ivan and the rest of the crew for this once in a lifetime experience, it was a dream come true!

We had an incredible whale watching experience! The captain is also the owner, We were lucky enough…read moreto see so many amazing animals, including bald eagles, a humpback whale, and orcas. It truly felt like a once in a lifetime experience. Every moment was unforgettable, and it was absolutely worth it. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!