By far one of my favorite viewpoints of Seattle!! Kerry Park is a must stop if you are in the…read moreSeattle area. A couple things to consider as you are planning your trip to Kerry Park: 1) the park is located on a extremely steep hill (you can definitely walk to it, but you'll likely be exhausted walking all the way up to the top from lower Queen Anne), 2) if you are driving it may take some time to find parking as the park is tucked away in a neighborhood, and 3) Mount rainier is viewable from the park on a clear day, you'll want to stop by on a sunny and clear day if possible (the view is still beautiful if the weather is overcast, but it's even better if it's sunny and clear). When you arrive to Kerry Park you'll be greeted with a postcard perfect view of Seattle/the puget sound, and a relaxing atmosphere. It can get busy but spots will naturally open up where you can take photos. I'd recommend going close to sunset if you can time it. Btw, if you are a Grey's anatomy fan some of the house filmed at are tucked away in the Queen Anne neighborhood.

Before a big day of Seattle exploring, my best friend and I decided to stop at Kerry Park for a…read morecity view. We were up pretty early and thankfully the spot wasn't too crowded. Even though it was a cloudier day, we still have a beautiful view of the city skyline. We found street parking nearby. It's located in a gorgeous neighborhood. They have a few benches and a sculpture in the middle. It's not that big of space, but a great quick photo opp.

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!

The trail is paved and only muddy in some spots, some elevation gain but not too bad…read more The park is crowded but it's a large space so there's plenty of spots for picnics or a walk/trail run. Service is spotty here so I would download a map or pick up a map .

I had a fantastic time exploring the Washington Park Arboretum. The Japanese Gardens were closed…read moreduring our visit, but we still got to explore a lot. I was happy to find out this was a free park. I did find myself wishing there were more public restrooms along the paths. Ignoring that, I loved all the green space. I love when trees are big enough to go in and still feel covered by the leaves. There were a lot of trees like this. They also had easy walking paths and a lot of benches throughout the park. You could easily spend an afternoon exploring. Loved our time here and would return to explore more.

Walking along a gorgeous trail in the Arboretum we met up with Ron, an employee/nature lover/tree…read morescholar, who was an absolute delight. After just a brief question about the Arb, Ron presented us with a wealth of information...all of it meticulously described. We were pleasantly surprised at the encyclopedic knowledge Ron has of the trees, the plants, and history of the Arb. What a charming and amazing story-teller he is. Ron enhanced our visit a hundred fold. It was such a pleasure to meet someone so passionate and adoring about their "job". He spoke less of a job than an astonishing adventure. He swept his arms around and said:"This is my office!" ! don't remember his last name, only that he was truly a treasure within the Arb.

Best View of the Seattle City Skyline. Majestic sunsets, scenery of Mount Rainier and the Puget…read moreSound. Spectacular Full Moon Nights... However, New Year's Fireworks here are a hit-or-miss, since the Space Needle ends up covered by smoke and so does most of Medina and Bellevue. Definitely a must-visit during sunny days and clear nights.

Wow! This park has one of the best views of the Seattle skyline and doesn't have the crowds in…read moreother parks. We can't believe we missed it all these years. It's a small park, with some lawn and a children's play area. Come here for the views.

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

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!

I don't know if this is an appropriate comparison yet I feel that Volunteer Park is Seattle's mini…read moreversion of Central Park in NYC. Why? Because it's vast and it has so many little (or large) treasures that you find as you meander through the trees and flowers and pathways; there are duck ponds, sculpture, a city reservoir, large pastures, a botanical conservatory, a museum *the Seattle Asian Art Museum. You get the idea. I really enjoy this park every time I visit. Located atop a hill it also offers a lovely vista of Seattle.

Great park with lot of activities suitable for all age groups. It's a good picnic spot with great…read morefood options around the area

No one follows the lane rules it's chaos walking. I'm the crazy looking one for following the lane…read morerules

Such a beautiful spot with a beach area and walking trails. Lots of parking too but I am sure it…read morefills up quickly in the summer months.

Golden Gardens made this Florida girl feel at home in Seattle! I loved sitting on a bench by the…read morewater and watching the boats go by. If I lived here, I'd walk or run the path here constantly.