Small and intimate park with flowers where you can be quite and read a book. It is so small that there will be someone else with you. Come and take a quick "walk" around while you go along all the other neighborhood parks you will be visiting. Just go through the door. I'm guessing not too many people know about the place. A cross the street next corner you'll be on a good viewpoint of the city. On summer it would probably be a bit dry. Just sit on the bench and take a look and breath having a nice time :) read more

I proposed here! Super beautiful love the ambiance of flowers and the bench is beautiful.

Best place for photos! Love this garden and place around it!! Be sure to come on a weekday. Weekends get crazy pack!! Also bring something to lay on and have a glass of wine! read more

The next time you're at Kerry Park, take your pictures and then go for a quick stroll down Highland Drive. At the end of the road, you'll come across Parsons Garden and the viewpoint across the street. More of a small lawn than an actual park, Parsons Garden is the perfect neighborhood nook for a mid-run break, picnic and so on. So many people get stuck at Kerry Park that they miss this great little spot and it's view of Interbay/Magnolia. :) read more

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I got lost in Queen Anne and happened to find this secret garden. I was intending to go to Kerry Park with my parents. The only problem was there was no parking nearby, so I ended up driving on Olympic for a number of blocks before deciding to turn back around. After finding a spot, I was trekking to look for Kerry and instead found Marshall Park. Across the way from the viewpoint is a small little garden called Parsons Gardens. It is quite smallish. Almost like entering the garden of a home on Queen Anne, except this is open to the public. There are a few places to sit or lie down and relax for a bit here. Nothing particularly exotic, but the flora is nicely maintained. If you happen to head up to Queen Anne to visit the viewpoints there, make a stop at Parsons Gardens for a bit. It is nice little place to hide away for a little while or to take a breather from all that sightseeing. read more

A respite amongst the city's bustle, this quiet little garden is one of my favourite spots in Seattle. The park was given to our fair city in 1956 by the children of Reginald H. Parsons. It was formerly their family garden beforehand. Allow me to take a moment to thank the Parsons for such a lovely present! The garden is tucked away on the south slope of Queen Anne surrounded by trees and hedges. Drive by too quickly and you just might miss it. Maybe that's a good thing because every time I've visited, there's only been a handful of people here. Fellow Seattleites reading or soaking up sunshine. It's an easy walk around the park, it's barely a half acre. There's a bench that I'm fond of there, it's a great place to sit and read. read more

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I've been to Kerry Park countless times, but I never knew about Parsons Garden. I've even been over to the little viewpoint down the street from Kerry Park, and never noticed this tucked away gem. It's got a bright green lawn in the center, surrounded by little pathways with flowers, trees, and places to sit. I was meant to photograph an engagement shoot at Kerry Park over the weekend, but it started raining as soon as we started. Fortunately, I remembered that someone had told me about Parsons Garden. I figured we could take shelter there at least, and wait for the rain to stop. I was happy to find that the overhanging trees sheltered us from the light rain, and the entire place was just begging to be photographed. We spent some time there, even after the rain had passed. It was just too cute and secluded to move on right away. The couple I was working with wanted more pictures there, even though they had intended to get a cityscape background in most of their photos. What a lovely place! read more

Probably my favorite green space in the city, right after the Ballard P Patch, of course.. Looks like a park, feels like a garden.. and whenever I've been here, I've been the only one in attendance! Don't mess around with Kerry Park, people.. who cares out the Seattle Skyline when you can get the 'Secret Garden' all to yourself! All sorts of lovely plants and flowers, and trees.. and shade! Come here with a picnic and wow your SO. Not so sure about haulin' the kids to this spot. There's not a jungle gym to be found.. just lots of pretty, peace, and quiet. Just all around lovely.. read more

I absolutely love walking through this garden when I'm in the area. The first time I spotted it I thought to myself, "People should get married here!" Then on another trip walking past I noticed that people really DO get married at this park. It's so adorable, so private and so lush, it really makes for a special spot to get hitched. I've popped in to sit on park benches and watch the birds and sometimes I've just taken a quick stroll through. It's such a peaceful and adorable spot that anyone in the area ought to spare 5 mins to pop in an check it out. Definitely a little hideaway from the hustle and bustle of city living. read more

This is one of my favorites! It's sweet, petite and magical! It's one of those places your sure to have a magical moment in time. If I were a girl, I'd want my wedding there. read more

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wow I would not have thought of reviewing this until I was reading others' reviews to better understand yelp! reviewing. This is almost a secret in Seattle. This small quiet pretty garden with views and peace. Go quickly. Go quietly. Enjoy. Write. Draw. Dream. read more

A little secret garden that hardly anyone ever enters. In the spring the city plants flowers at the entrance and occasionally a wedding will be going on. read more

Awesome spot to have a quiet picnic or read your new book. Ive seen a few weddings here as well. read more

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This really is a secret garden.....it's gated and it doesn't look like much from the outside, but once you enter through one of the gates, it is a tranquil little garden. Dogs are allowed in this park as well and there is a nice little grassy area that they can use. The garden felt like I was in someone's private backyard. It was so quiet and it really did feel like I was the only one there even though there were some other people there as well. Wish there was a larger sign to distinguish this little garden so not so many people would miss it! Pros: - Beautiful little garden....felt like I was in someone's backyard! - Secluded and tranquil, would definitely be a great place to bring your significant other! Cons: - Wish there were more flowers in the garden - Almost walked right past this little gem! They need a better sign Why I gave it a 4..... It's a cute, quiet little garden that is very easy to overlook...I think they need to post the sign more at eye level so people know that this is a great spot to visit other than Kerry Park down the street! Wish there were more flowers, but maybe it's just the wrong season too.... read more

Have you ever read the book, "The Secret Garden"? No? Me either, but this is a small representation of what I imagine that secret garden to be. Much like the boy in the story, I imagine that he was just sashaying about (as boys do) in the neighborhood when a young girl suddenly invites him into her secret garden. I would think, that much like myself, he would be unsure if he should enter or not. When first approaching I was unsure if this was a public place, if I was allowed to enter. Poking in, just my head at first, I began to feel the overall warming welcome that is the garden. The walls of this secret garden in-wrap you, relaxing and protecting you from the outside world. The feel of abstention, like I was the first to enter here, is palatable; the garden has a purity to it. Once you are inside there is much to explore, if you take your time. No need to rush. Being able to release is an important part of relaxing. I did notice that this garden was in need of some attentive mulching, but maybe they do that just when they want to seed. read more

Didn't know Parsons Gardens existed until I wandered by it while on a stroll when I worked on Queen Anne. It's incredibly peaceful and offers a respite from the bustling city and harried lives we all seem to lead. Oh, and it's free. So you know, no excuses. read more

A cute tiny garden. Worth a visit of you are at Kerry Park just up the street. It's a small loop trail with a bit of lawn, interesting trees and flowering plants. Once inside, there is no view. It is the opposite of Kerry Park, but sometimes that's what you want. Nice bench or spot of lawn in a shady spot. Diagonally across the street is another nice location that provides a great view. read more

A hidden gem on the south slope of Queen Anne hill. It is fenced off, but don't let that keep you from entering. Once inside it feels like it could be your own quaint backyard, meticulously manicured of course. A great place for a picnic. read more

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Complaining that there are too many weddings @ Parson's Garden is like complaining about the damp in Elliott Bay. What could be more conducive to matrimony than a beautifully manicured outdoor space? Parson's Garden is a dream-world: a breathing oasis in the midst of a bustling city. It affords a certain measure of privacy by virtue of its surrounding hedges and its external anonymity. If you didn't know it was there you'd pass on by, figuring it was an adjunct to one of the beautiful mansions that stud that part of Queen Anne's SW crest. Those who swallow hard and pass through its gates are surprised and rewarded. read more

I randomly happened upon this place on my birthday about four years ago. This place is really small but pleasant to take a leisurely stroll through if you're in the area. It offers quite a few plant varieties and depending on the time of year some pretty flowers as well. It's generally pretty empty in here save for maybe a couple other people. It makes it nice, to kind of step away from all of the action of Seattle. Plus if you cross the street you can see a lovely view of the sound and Magnolia. read more

If you head due west of Kerry Park's touristy aura, you'll find a little park enclosed by chain link fencing on the right hand side just before the street curves off. This is parson's gardens. It is very beautiful, and surprisingly secluded. It never has a lock on the gate, though all parks in seattle close around 11pm. Take your favorite people here for a picnic, and they'll know for sure that you care enough to take them to such a beautiful place. Also, there's a lookout with a few benches across the street that shows off west seattle, elliott bay, and sunsets on clear days. Find this park if you haven't already. read more

This is a small garden just off from the really popular tourist spot of Kerry Park. Though it doesn't have the same view of Seattle as Kerry Park, it's a nice retreat from the crowds and has a great view of the Puget Sound. read more

This is one of my all-time favorite spots on Queen Anne Hill. The small, fenced-in park (the site of many a wedding in the summer) is calm, peaceful and beautiful. It does feel like you are spending time in someone's meticulously landscaped backyard - in part because it's tucked into a residential block. It's a lovely location for taking photographs, enjoying a romantic picnic, or just taking a meditative walk along its short perimeter path. And when flowers are blooming it smells wonderful too! read more

This is my favorite place in Queen Anne, hands down. I love picking up some picnic stuff at the Metropolitian Market and eating it over here. It's so small and intimate, I love it when I have the place to myself, but that rarely happens. It's not overrun with people, because most everyone goes to Kerry Park. It's the perfect slice of heaven in warm weather. read more

A hidden gem caddy-corner from Marshall Park. A gorgeous walk in any season, this is a great spot to visit when it's sweltering, and enjoy a quiet picnic in the shade amongst a zillion plants and flowers. You almost get the feeling you're walking through a secret garden! Stay a while and enjoy the gazebo and lush lawn, and when you're done go take a nap on the grassy banks of Marshall Park. A must-visit for any garden lover and most Grandmas. read more

Perfect place to find a spot to sit and read a book. Awesome that this lot, surely worth a lot of money, remains what it is for everyone to enjoy. read more

This is a cute little garden but very very small. I walk by doggie in the area and I enjoy more just walking on the streets nearby. It's more a hidden secret garden than a real park ;-) read more

Nice little park with good breezes and views. & Great neighborhood to stroll around in looking at zillion dollar houses. read more

I put off reviewing this spot for a long time because I wanted it all to myself. The first time I came here, it was so peaceful, I questioned if it was a public park- I thought maybe it belonged to the HOA of the block or something. This spot is beautiful but small. It's great for curling up on the bench and taking a quick break from the madness of Kerry Park down the street. It's tiny so there isn't a ton to see but it's serene and kinda romantic. read more

I discovered this exquisite hideaway in 1982 when visiting my brother who lived up the hill. I was particularly taken with the quiet beauty of lush lawn and the lovely lace-cap hydrangeas. When planning our wedding in 1986 I knew this was where our special day would be held. True to Seattle, there was a gentle mist that day in late May, but the magic of this lovely spot was all we had hoped for. We drove from the east to be married here and have been back many times. I hope Parsons Garden is treasured for years to come. read more