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Things to do in Seattle, Washington (WA): The Best Gardens
In Seattle you simply can’t skip the Central Public Library – a modern architectural marvel of glass grids, unusual shapes, and a “book spiral” that climbs four stories. Stroll over to Pike Place Market to visit the original Starbucks and play catch with a fishmonger. In the heart of the city lies Chihuly Garden and Glass, which will dazzle you with its colorful and delicate works. Glide to the top of the Space Needle for panoramic views of the surrounding mountain ranges and Puget Sound.
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1. Urban Feed & Garden
2. Beacon Hill Food Forest
3. Seattle Japanese Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 415 reviews
An oasis of tranquility in the city, Seattle Japanese Garden invites visitors to indulge their senses and immerse themselves in quiet beauty. The Seattle Japanese Garden is open from March through November each year. More information on hours at seattlejapanesegarden.org.
Reviewed By gh788
Easy ambles along curated pathways in a beautiful garden that pleases every sense ~ peaceful, colourful, verdant, with delightful varieties of things that bloom or/and have interesting leaves / structures ~ and a wonderful pond with big brilliant koi fish and large turtles lazing along...
4. Washington Park Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 694 reviews
Use a canoe, or your feet, to explore the 230 acres and 4,000 species of trees, vines, shrubs and plants at this arboretum.
Reviewed By bellag160
This is a beautiul park, beautifully maintained. There are many walks which you can discover over time, including one under the highway and over to the University of Washington stadium!. Beautiful Japanese teahouse adjacent to the childrens' playground, which is beautifully landscaped in the japanese style with water features and bridges.
5. Seattle Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,506 reviews
Connect to the extraordinary at Seattle Center, an active civic, arts and family gathering place, centered around the International Fountain, in the core of our region and the site of the 1962 World’s Fair. More than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations that reside on the grounds, together with a broad range of public and community programs, create thousands of events on the 74-acre campus and attract over 12 million visitors each year. At Seattle Center, our purpose is to create exceptional events, experiences and environments that delight and inspire the human spirit to build stronger communities. Activities at the Center generate $1.15 billion in business activity and $387 million in labor income.
Reviewed By Canucksontheloose - Victoria, Canada
A lot of attractions are located at the Seattle Centre, and then some. We were coming here mainly for Chihuly Glass and Garden, the Space Needle, and the Museum of Pop Culture, all within walking distance of each other. The monorail ends/starts here. There is also the Pacific Science Centre, McCaw Hall venue (ballet, opera), the Armory (Food Court, festivals, activities), and free venues like the International Fountain, Artists at Play playground, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Centre, gardens, etc. It's the site of the 1962 World's Fair so it's a place of historic significance. Lots of tourists come here but it is also a community gathering place where festivals, movies and concerts are held. When we visited after Christmas, it was Winterfest, with an electric train complete with village to admire in the Armory, plus daily free performances on stage inside. Loved the festive vibe and would come back here again!
6. Kubota Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 489 reviews
Kubota Garden is a 20-acre American-Japanese garden that was the vision of Japanese immigrant Fujitaro Kubota when he purchased the first 5-acres of logged off swampland in 1927. The garden grew to 20-acres and was developed concurrent with Kubota's landscaping business. He returned to the garden and continued its development after being incarcerated during WWII. In 1981, the 4.5 acre core was designated a Historic Landmark, and the City of Seattle purchased the garden from the Kubota family in 1987. The garden is an urban oasis, criss-crossed with streams and paths, ponds and waterfalls, rich with flora and fauna and a popular destination year-round. The garden is maintained by the City, and supported by the Kubota Garden Foundation.
Reviewed By CarlaH765 - Issaquah, United States
This is a great place to visit any time of the year. BUT, Get there soon for The Brilliant fall colors I can’t remember a year in the past that has been this beautiful
7. Woodland Park and Rose Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Jaywing18 - Seattle, United States
I love this garden! This rose garden rivals (and wins imho) Portland, Oregon own rose garden. It is about two acres of full on color, scents, butterflies and beautifully sculpted hedges and junipers. Lots of paths and a full on sensory garden that boats accessibility for everyone. Must see in June. Near Woodland Park South entrance. Parking on road.
