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4.1 (66 reviews)
Open 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Argosy Cruises on the Waterfront
Travis T.

After exploring Pike Place Market, I like to walk down to the Waterfront and check out the shops. I love taking in the breeze from Elliot Bay and watching the boats out in the water. There is so much activity in this area with pedestrians walking and people on bikes riding up and down the sidewalk. Waterfront Park extends from Pier 57 to Pier 59 (Pier 58 collapsed and was removed). It was once known as Schwabacher Wharf. Things that you can check out nearby are the Seattle Aquarium, the Great Wheel and Miners Landing. I personal like the pirate shop at Miners Landing. At the park are benches, picnic tables and coin-operated telescopes. Waterfront Park is going to be expanded 20 acres from Belltown to Pioneer Square to become a new park with gardens, bike lanes, restrooms, playgrounds and more. This will bring people closer to the water and allow them to enjoy Elliot Bay in a more comfortable setting. A fun thing to do is to take one of the Argosy Cruises and enjoy the views of the Waterfront and Downtown Seattle from Elliot Bay.

Meg T.

I was perusing Google maps when I shockingly realized something used to be here. Turns out the Waterfront Park area (Pier 58) collapsed during demolition in 2020. There used to be a viaduct that ran along Alaskan Way which was removed in 2019 and the new Aquarium building that sits between Elliott and Alaskan Way has also changed the flow of traffic. The section between the Great Wheel and the Aquarium known as Waterfront Park is completely gone. Will there be something built over the water in the future? Maybe - this entire area along Alaskan Way has been under heavy construction since we first visited Seattle in June. But for right now there is literally nothing here. Put it under closed in your book.

Jocelyn A.

Waterfront Park is a really cool area to walk around! They have a couple of different piers that you can walk around which has the Aquarium, Restaurants, The Great Wheel, and some shops. If you are around the area, or site seeing, Waterfront park is a great place to start! And it's also not too far away from Pike's Place.

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Eva M.

For decades, I have wandered the Seattle waterfront thinking about the different versions of it. 30+ years ago, I thought it was charming though sleepy for what should be a vibrant tourists attraction. 30+ years later, the Alaskan Way viaduct is torn down, the cruise ships and their tourists swarm Seattle every summer, Pier 62 is built up as a comfy resting spot, the Coleman Dock is nearly remodeled, and the Seattle Great Wheel beacons all to come and see what's spinning by the waterfront. This is chaos for some; for others, it is ALIVE. Online, there are many who poo-poo Seattle, talking about Seattle as though there is a barricaded CHOP at every other city block. While the city has its houseless population, I, for one, embrace this new vibrant Seattle. I love that we are emerging from COVID better than ever. (Just look at SF downtown and Portland in comparison.) Our waterfront area is a prime example of continued improvement not just for tourists but for locals also. The official address of the Waterfront Park is an area that is being remodeled. I am also looking forward to the new green space that has just been funded by local millionaires Melinda Gates, Mackenzie Scott, et al. Especially for locals, I recommend a leisurely stroll that runs between the new Pioneer Square Habitat Beach (south of Colman Dock), heading north passing the tourist sites including Waterfront Park, onwards to Myrtle Edwards Park until you reach Expedia Group properties (3 miles one way), before doing a u-turn, and looping back to see Olympic Sculpture Park. Lots of stopping points to people watch, take photos, snack, and just have a relaxing day.

Shayla B.

Waterfront Park is a fun little area to walk around and explore while out in Seattle. There are tons of tourist destinations along with shops and restaurants. This area is basically a boardwalk that boasts some of the most stunning views of the Seattle waterfront! There are a few docking stations for boat cruises in this park. I enjoyed a wonderful cruise on the Argosy Cruises boat liner and would highly recommend this boat cruise if you're looking to cruise around Seattle. Along with Argosy Cruises are many other notable attractions nearby including the Seattle Aquarium, and the Seattle Great Wheel. Since the park is located close to the water, it can get extremely cold. I would recommend bringing a coat, especially if you're coming at night. There are several paid parking lots located across the street, but no street parking on the main road. They also have events in the park. Their website lists all of the current events coming up. I enjoyed perusing around Waterfront Park during my trip. If you're visiting Seattle, you should definitely make time to explore this area.

Mojdeh S.

Not really a park per se, this pier offers beautiful views of the sound, West Seattle and the Kitsap Peninsula. Adjacent to the Great Wheel, look up (or down) to see something in every direction. The city behind you can offer some views otherwise unseen in other parts of the city. The Seattle Aquarium is right next door, so a break for a picnic lunch makes the space more usable. The opposite side of the pier offers Miner's Landing, where one can purchase other foods and ice cream to enjoy while walking along the well-work pier.

Love this waterfront!
Tammy E.

Great shops and views! I bring all of my visitors here as there seems to always be parking available (either because it costs $4/hr or because there are promotions for free valet parking nearby!) I'm not complaining! Head here if you want to ride the ferris wheel or get the best sunset views of the sound. Ferries run every 30-40 minutes if you want to take a ride to Bainbridge or Bremerton, though the cost to park your car here is about the same as taking it on the ferry with you! Food options are aplenty. Whether you want to break bread and seafood at the Crab Pot, or have the best oysters around at Elliott Bay, there's something for everyone. You'll get the feel of Fisherman's wharf in San Francisco or Monterey but it'll be a lot cleaner (and smaller)!

Lin C.

Great area to walk around! Many places to eat standing up or great sit down service. There is coffee shops to ice cream. Many places to choose from. Home early. The shops, restaurants and attractions here begin to close down by 4 PM. The vibe is fun brought by the tourists and unfortunately there are a lot of homeless people politely begging. Found it sad but was not threatening. Do come down for the experience. Recommend!

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Kevin W.

Waterfront Park is an amazing boardwalk area. Seems more modern and cleaner then the piers of San Francisco. Street parking, meters. Easy to walk. Tons of things to do and see. Home to many attractions, foodie spots, and shops. There are a few cruise lines that dock from here as well. Great views if you take one. They also have a huge ferris wheel at one of the piers. A small walk from Pike Market if you want to see it from there.

William G.

The park is beautiful especially on a sunny day and the bike path goes quite far so great for runners and cyclists. The Farris wheel had a pretty long line, it goes around 3 times and I would say the experience was personally underwhelming for me 3.5/5 after waiting for 40 minutes. The park is 5/5 though

Tiffany D.

When I was in Beijing, I was working on projects that helped fund the remodeling of the current waterfront and being able to see that the project is going on in front of me, makes it somewhat trans-inspiring. The view is superbly calming and it can yet be quite the entertainment since it is right next to Pike Place Market. It was pleasant to stroll by and finally be able to see it live instead of just talking about it back then.

View from Waterfront Park
Alden C.

Probably the best thing about Waterfront Park is that it is ... as the name indicates located on the Seattle Waterfront. As you can probably guess the waterfront is very touristy and the fact that the park is here, sandwiched in between attractions is nice so you can put up your poor, tired feet for a bit at a bench. This park doesn't have rolling greens or playground equipment as one often thinks with a park. There is a lot of concrete being that it is over the water itself. Probably the best feature with this park is that you get some amazing views. You can see Puget Sound quite well and if the day is quite clear, the Olympic Mountains as well. You also get an excellent view of the city and The Great Wheel which is right by the park for some primo photo ops! Waterfront Park is a nice place to rest for a bit but in of itself it isn't really an attraction.

Maridel A.

Beautiful and romantic at night. Freezing cold too. Keep warm.

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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.

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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.

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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

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