Kerry Park

An unsurpassed view of Elliott Bay and the Central City, with an occasional backdrop of Mount Rainier, draws camera buffs to this spot.

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211 Highland Dr (at 3rd Ave W) Seattle , WA 98109 United States

Outdoor Seating Yes

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Christopher Johnston

Great place to get a view of Seattle from above. If come on a clear day you can get a shot of the city and Mt. Rainer in the background. Bring a DSLR, a tripod, and lens in the 50-70mm range.

Allison Yu

Awesome view of Seattle and Mt. Rainier on a clear day . Grab some Molly moon's ice cream a few blocks over and enjoy your snack with a view !

Windows Live Photo Gallery

Stand on the bench closest to the city to get over the trees . This is the postcard shot of Seattle with the Needle in front of the city . For more of a fun shot frame the Space Needle in the sculpture .

Didier Dorga

Great views ! Worth the trip up the hill . Before getting there, stop a couple of blocks up the hill first to Molly Moon's for some delicious ice cream and enjoy it while sitting on the wall.

Kristine Gelsano

Aside from Alki, this is one of the all time best lookout points to see Seattle's skyline.Great place which includes downtown, Space Needle , ocean, and Mount Rainier . It was breath-taking.

Karsten

Scenic but in the summer, keep the a/c in the car running so you can sprint back post-photos

Kaitlin

Offers one of the best views of the city rain or shine, night or day--but it's postcard perfection on a clear day at nearly sunset when "the mountain " (aka Mt. Rainier ) is out.

Rachel Eubanks

Really and truly the best view of Seattle . Definitely a hike from Belltown/Downtown/any neighborhood near the water but worth it. Better than the view from the space needle !

JB Reÿnołdš

Whether visiting this spot coupled up or single, this breathtaking view of Seattle is bound to give your spirits a boost. Great memories here... #TrueStory

Sarah Foley

You can't get a better, closer view of the Needle than at Kerry park. Yes, touristy . But still an awesome view especially when the mountain is out!

Allie Caudle

Small park , big views ! These views of all of Seattle and on a clear day Mt. Rainier are second to none. If this is your first trip to Seattle don't pass this up.

Marizza Witt-Doerring

It's quite a hike to get to on foot from downtown but worth it for the best views of the skyline. Not much open space though.

Phuong Nguyen

With my 16 years in Seattle, I'd have to say this is my favorite spot to see the Seattle skyline . Surrounded are stairs and hills - it makes for a great workout!

Rebecca Ohmen

Absolutely beautiful! A great place to see the city from a different angle, have coffee and read a book . I would imagine very romantic at night.

Kirill Kukuruza

The best view in the city is here. Do not spend money trying to get to the Space Needle .

Connie Lu

Awesome panorama view of the Seattle skyline . Especially beautiful during sunrise & sunset , but also at night when everything is aglow.

Taylor O'Neal

If coming from Lower Queen Anne, stop for a glass of wine before or after at the Sitting Room and take the more romantic stairs nearby versus straight up Queen Anne street.

Rachel Eubanks

Amazing. Go a bit before sunset when the sky is changing rapidly. Bring a lover to smooch or a beer to sip (sneakily).

Sue-Yen Yong

Fantastic view of Seattle & the space needle - take a no 1 or 29 bus to get to Kerry Park from downtown. Helps you up that hill for USD2.50...

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During the summer, bring your out-of-town friends here and snap your very Seattle looking pictures. Look up at the clouds, too!

Road Unraveled

The best place in Seattle for a panoramic view of the city skyline!

Alice Huang

Classic views of the Space Needle with Rainier in the background! Amazing at sunset . Watch out - the park is tiny!

Karen Chung

The most stunning views of Seattle (esp when the sun is out)!

Brett Morris

The quintessential view of Seattle with the Space Needle , downtown, and Rainier all within the same field of view . Come here on a clear day .

Kyle McLain

Gorgeous views ! Go on a sunny day. Can also walk the stairs and through the neighborhood for exercise.

Martin Risgaard

Go here both by day and by night if you get the chance. Skyline looks awesome when the lights come on as well as by day.

Vicki Tran

Best view of Seattle ! The roads can be very narrow with high inclined, so be careful!

Kelly Jennings

Sunset views in Summer are incredible! It's very windy even in Summer so rug up!

Brian Ibarra

Parking is gonna be a hassle but the view is priceless and worth the trek to see for yourself

Phill Ramey

Amazing view of downtown Seattle and the waterfront . Also, some gorgeous houses in the area.

Sandeep Paruchuri

The best view in Seattle, period. Why bother going up in the Needle when you can picnic in Kerry Park?

K ..

Amaaazzzinng view to relax. Bring your coffee and enjoy!!

Zoe Sunshine

The view is absolutely stunning! Perfect for picnics , photo ops, or just enjoying the scenery.

Jason Benhaim

While you're here, don't forget to check out (and check-in at) the nearby Marshall Park for an equally spectacular view . It's at the corner of W Highland Dr and 7th Ave W!

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Come on a clear sunny day. Beautiful view of Seattle !

Lydia Ammosova

A gorgeous view of downtown Seattle , the Space Needle & the water! This is definitely a place to start snapping away! Wowza! Zing! Plus a great historical neighborhood to explore too!

Curt Simon Harlinghausen

Place to be if you are in Seattle. Spectacular.

Allie Caudle

The views from Kerry Park never get old, especially on a starry night. If it is your first trip to Seattle do not pass the trip up.

Chris Lindhartsen

Probably one of the most iconic views of the city . Photos are great, but seeing it in person is even better, especially during sunset .

Neha Dubey

The best view of Seattle . The drive up here is also amazing. Loved it.

Miguel de Leon

Beautiful view and super romantic . Seattle at its best.

JB Reÿnołdš

I like it better at night. A lot less people and you sorta feel as though you're on top of the world. Great place for thinking...

Erin

Great free views of the Seattle skyline .

Stephen Swisher

Everything. Best view of the city and Mt Rainier

Peter den Hartog

Best view of downtown Seattle . A big of a walk so be prepared but, well worth the hike .

Drea

Surprisingly it's not crowded . I grew up in the suburbs of Seattle and we did all our "before dance pictures" here

Trupanion

Make your way up Queen Anne to Kerry Park where you can get an amazing, postcard view of the city . Don't forget to bring your camera !

Mr. Ibeabuchi

Great place to take pictures of the downtown Seattle skyline .

Taylor Winn

Very romantic at night.

Transitions® lenses

This park offers the best view ’s of downtown AND way uptown, as in the Space Needle and Mt. Rainier ! See Seattle’s highest sights! #seemoresights

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Basketball Court
Kerry Park Basketball Court

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Really awesome park with great views of Seattle. Fun to explore the nooks and crannies, but a shame you can't (legally) climb on anything! - Jenny

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A great place to watch the sunset and walk your dogs on-leash. The main loop definitely gets crowded when the weather is warm and/dry. - John Porter

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By far one of the most quiet and extremely gorgeous views of the Bay and part of the city! - Skoi Michaels

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Outdoor Sculpture
The Fremont Troll

Fun landmark to see and climb. You can even do a quick drive by. - _

9.3
Market
Pike Place Market

Impressed with the selection of fresh meats and produce at great prices. The flower bouquets are surprisingly inexpensive. I recommend having Hungarian sausage and draft beer at Uli's Famous Sausage. - Christopher Best

8.9
Ice Cream
Molly Moon's Ice Cream

Holy molly!!! Some of the best ice cream I’ve ever had. The cookie dough in the cone with the chocolate above AND below the ice cream is INSANE. Yeti also incredible. - Lee Hoffman