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    4.9 (38 reviews)

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    Pragnesh P.

    This park has transformed into a family friendly neighborhood amenity from a rugged asphalt field filled with weeds, trash and undesirable neighborhood space. Since it's restoration in 2007 it has become amazing place for play, picnics, walking and simpleton sight seeing. Views of downtown seattle, Mount rainier, Elliott bay, cascade mountains are simply breathtaking.

    Sarah B.

    A hidden view of Seattle, this puts Kerry Park to shame. I never would have known this park was hidden here unless a local had told me. It's located behind the old school and has recently been renovated. It really is a gem of Magnolia, having a full view of the city, Mt. Rainer, and Elliott Bay. It's truly breathtaking. And that's just the view. There is also a great playground, swings, half basketball courts, a big open grass area, and picnic tables. Also lots of free parking in the area. It does however lack in shade, so bring sunscreen. It's definitely one of my favorite hidden parks in Seattle.

    Phil S.

    A lovely view and some great features: I happened on this property a couple of years ago when it was the ruins of the Magnolia School playground. I took a picture of it because as nature will do, it had reclaimed the old playground after mankind had left it alone. It was cool to see that natural transition, against the beautiful view of the city. Unfortunately I can't locate the aforementioned picture I took but I am looking. That being said, I went up there today and discovered to my delight, it was transformed into a beautiful city park. It is really great what Seattle Parks and Recreation has done here. They not only put in a beautiful park boasting a fabulous view, they also designed it for its intended purpose, recreation. The spacious 2.4 acre city park is equipped with two basket ball courts, playground equipment for the tots, picnic tables with barbeques, and a general playfield. With all those amenities, Ella Baily Park is sure to become one of the most beloved parks in the city .

    T M.

    What a wonderful park! It's great for us and fantastic for the kids. The park offers one of the best views in Seattle. We could see the Seattle skyline, the Space Needle, Mount Rainier, the water, Alki Beach. Simply amazing. The children's play area is new and full of stuff to do: play sets, swings, slides and half basketball courts. Very large grass area to run and play ball as well. For picnics, the metal picnic tables remain clean and dry. There is also plenty of grass area for picnic blankets. The park is sunny in the morning and gets more shady in the late afternoon and close to sunset. You can plan your visit based on your preference. We loved our time there today. Definitely a hidden gem. I'm taking visitors there instead of Kerry park next time! Enjoy it!

    Ahamed I.

    Great little park with amazing views of the city and Mt. Rainier when its clear enough. Also has 2 basketball hoops (not full court), some rails for skateboarders to grind, a nice walking/biking path for little kids, modern playground equipment with mulch and a a few picnic tables and 2 places to grill. No bathroom but there is a portable toilet (which I would recommend avoiding unless you have no sense of smell)

    Bryce S.

    My GOD what a view. The pictures here don't do it justice and the vista is much wider than Kerry Park. The playground has some setups more suited for school-age kids than toddlers and there are a surprising number of small grills that dot the park. Like many of the small Seattle parks, there's no real bathroom except for a single Honey Bucket near the basketball courts. Every rose has its thorn...

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    Justsun B.

    Actually I don't want to review this park because it's too perfect! The coolest play equipment anywhere wit the best view of the bay and Seattle! Plan on spending hours here!

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    Spectacular view is a welcome distraction for parents with small children. Brand new play lot, wood chips and table seating.

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    11 years ago

    One of my favorite places in Seattle. Small, sweet, tucked away, big views, a few picnic tables and grills. Worth a hike up the hill!

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    This is probably one of my favorite family friendly park.. Love the view and the neighborhood!

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    What a fantastic place. We had our wedding pictures done here and they turned out fabulous!

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    Review Highlights - Ella Bailey Park

    It isn't a close up like Kerry Park, but it is just as good being secluded in a lovely part of Magnolia.

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    Kerry Park - 2037pdt on 5/28/24

    Kerry Park

    4.7(1.1k reviews)
    1.6 miLower 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.

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    Kerry Park - Seattle skyline with the Space Needle

    Seattle skyline with the Space Needle

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    Kerry Park - Classic Seattle Skyline through sculpture.

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    Classic Seattle Skyline through sculpture.

    Discovery Park

    Discovery Park

    4.6(493 reviews)
    2.6 miMagnolia

    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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    Volunteer Park

    Volunteer Park

    4.6(224 reviews)
    3.5 miCapitol 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

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    Volunteer Park - Volunteer Park Conservatory (3/25/23)

    Volunteer Park Conservatory (3/25/23)

    Volunteer Park - Seattle Asian Art Mueseum (3/25/23)

    Seattle Asian Art Mueseum (3/25/23)

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    Pier 58

    Pier 58

    4.1(66 reviews)
    3.3 miWaterfront

    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.

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    Pier 58 - The entrepreneur on the left provided snakes for photo op. The gent on the right grimaced when the snake wrapped its tail around his neck.

    The entrepreneur on the left provided snakes for photo op. The gent on the right grimaced when the snake wrapped its tail around his neck.

    Pier 58
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