Beautiful park right by the water. I enjoyed a nice run here with views of the water, mountains and…read morecity. Super well maintained.

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

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.

I've been to the Seattle area a handful of times to visit family and I always enjoy walking the…read morewaterfront area. They have improved the area quite a bit since my first visit so it is a nice place to get your steps in, dine on seafood and simply just enjoy the vibes.

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.

The Olympic Sculpture Park has been on my list to visit since it was built in 2007 and I finally…read moredid! It is a free oasis of calm, a view of the Sound, the Olympics on a clear day, and an opportunity to wander among world class contemporary sculptures. It is the free part of the Seattle Art Museum along with the original Volunteer Park building and the downtown Venturi-Cloepfil building which charge admission. Like most all museums, the work has been donated by Seattle families. It was a brownfield. The site is sloped and difficult to design to, with roads and rail going under it. It connects to the Eliot Bay Trail. The shoreline by the trail was extensively rebuilt in a natural way. The design is a success. The usual entry is from Western and Broad. Seattle has done well building apartments in the area, so parking can be fierce. The main entry has a large, clean, indoor pavilion with a minimal cafe, restrooms, some tables and chairs, artworks, and events. In rain it could be good for children, but may not have activities. To the Northwest is a narrow amphitheater. The backdrop to the amphitheater stage is a significant Serra. It is a great introduction to the artist, created in 2004, and the first piece installed in the park. The Eagle by Calder is the icon of the park often seen in photos. Seattle has a romance with Calder usually associated with his indoor hanging mobiles. Louise Bourgeois has a fountain and stone benches. A Roxy Paine stainless steel tree holds its own against the sea and mountain backdrop. A favorite artist of mine, Louise Nevelson, has a steel sculpture. They have an artist mini golf. I was especially excited to see Ai Weiwei's Circle Of Animals / Zodiac Heads on loan from the artist. I've seen other variations. Each head is a Chinese zodiac animal. I think kids would love it, but no climbing. The story of the originals is fascinating as is Weiwei's autobiography, 1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows. With all the art, to me it is primarily a park. People just walk, sit and read, decompress, and children play. It's easy to visit, except for parking, is open 24 hours, has significant contemporary artists, you don't need to know anything about art to enjoy it, and it is free!

The perfect park for a nice stroll…read more I love that you have to go "looking" for the sculptures and that it's not all in one place. It makes it fun and feel like an adventure.

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!

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!

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!

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

Agree with the other reviews about the amazing depth of knowledge of Rob and his team (Robert &…read moreSuzanne for my basics class). I learned so much about a range of SUP-related topics. Once we were on the water, the real-time individualized feedback was superbly useful - it let me know what to keep doing, and what I should change to paddle more efficiently. I had a lot of fun learning with Rob/team and the other students, and I was even approached by a curious seal! One thing I wanted to highlight is Rob & team's emphasis on safety. I so appreciated how seriously they take SUP safety. I felt very safe in their care, and after this class I feel confident about venturing out onto the Sound, with a SUP buddy or two, to practice what I learned in class. Looking forward to taking another class with them in the near future!