Very beautiful beach park Sunset is gorgeous here , and this…read moreis very good place for picnicking

It's a nice small place - hardly to be a called a park. Considering it's a hike to get there. As…read morewell as the number of unsavory people hanging around in broad daylight, I would say it's a no. Again, the water view is pretty, but not worth it!

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!

This is a fun place to walk if you're downtown and wanting to explore. It's very small but also…read morebeautiful and the sounds are relaxing. The gate closes pretty early in the day so check the hours to if you want to walk in. Personally, I feel there should be more places like this in urban areas. Go here for a quick refresh!

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.

Walking distance from the ferry terminal on our way to Pikes Place market this was a cute, well…read morekept area for families and kids. So many climbing options and opportunities for the kiddos to get tired. The kids seemed to really love the slide.

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.

If you're looking for a peaceful little escape from the city buzz, Pocket Beach is a sweet surprise…read moretucked just north of the Olympic Sculpture Park. I stumbled upon it during a morning walk and honestly--it felt like finding a secret spot only locals know about! You get incredible views of the Puget Sound & the ferries gliding by. The driftwood and smooth stones lining the shore give it a natural, untouched feel. It's also a great spot to watch the sunset or take a break from nearby sightseeing.

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.

Whenever I'm in this part of Seattle I always enjoy visiting the sculpture park. Excellent views of…read morethe Sound, and the Space Needle, depending on which direction you look. On this visit I noticed a security guard walking around. Which actually made me feel better as a female alone in a public place. I'm not scared to be in Seattle alone but it is nice to know security guards walk around. Always interesting sculptures and great views! SYOY!

Why is this place not open at night when it's one of the only places to cross the train tracks…read more.. at night.

Best rafting in the states…read more The guides are the best. They're super knowledgeable, friendly, and safe! They'll keep you safe on the water and make sure you have a good time too. They make these little stops along the river and tell you about the area. Blair the owner is a saint and will make sure your time on the river is the best that is possible. The Guides: James Michael is the best looking man in a wetsuit that ever lived, and will keep you safe. Robin is a motivator and is good with people that are meek or first timers. Kathy is the best planner and is good with booking big groups. I ONLY RAFT WITH OUTDOOR ADVENTURES, EVERYONE ELSE DOESNT COME CLOSE.

This is the most amazing adventure I have experienced. If you want a fun time book an adventure…read morewith Outdoor Adventure Center. It's a beautiful area as well. The host are wonderful people.

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.

Love that this spot is within walking distance from Lake Union, across from Gas Works Park…read more We rented paddle boards from here for an hour ($20 + tax). The paddle boards were perfect (clean, high quality), and we were also given waterproof bags for our phones. Coolest, chillest staff ever!

Outstanding experience! Very stable ship with JB at the helm. Alison is a gifted naturalist with…read moreamazing stories to tell about the Orcas.

Great tour! Not only were we warm in our provided gear but were well taken care of with information…read moreand help along the way. We saw puffins, sea lions, harbor seals and a pod of 10 killer whales traveling together! Our boat was able to be more nimble and give us better and extended views of the whales as opposed to other vessels on the water. Would recommend!

it's a great place to take kayak classes I learned from…read moreRobert in a private class He helped me to advance a lot, especially in recovery techniques, strokers and many other things He is a very devoted coach giving very helpful individualized instructions. Also he helped me a lot with selecting gear I highly recommend Salmon Bay Paddle

I thoroughly enjoyed my class on currents, tides and navigation held at deception pass this…read moreweekend. His attention to detail and patience was thoroughly enjoyable.