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Kerry Park
211 W Highland Dr, Seattle, WA 98119, United States
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Ja
Review №1

Kerry Park is one of the most photographed areas of Seattle due to the amazing view of the city skyline. If you walk about four blocks west of Kerry Park to Betty Bowen Point you get a gorgeous view of the Olympic Mountains and the Sound, just behind Betty Bowen Point is Parsons Park which includes a beautiful garden. Its a perfect scenic route to walk for the whole family

An
Review №2

Beautiful sunset and even better nighttime city scape. Would recommend coming at around 330/400 for the sunset and from 5pm on the lights become very prominent.

Re
Review №3

Usually an amazing view of downtown, luckily Ive been here several times! Parking can be a little tricky. Kerry Park is a great little park in the middle of the hustle and bustle of a city. Makes you forget youre in one. I highly recommend going at night, its spectacular

We
Review №4

One of the best views of the Seattle skyline. Besides, its a nice gathering place. I love just hanging out there for a bit. You see all kinds of people and lots of wedding pics.

Po
Review №5

Great view. Please take the time and soak it in after you take your photos. Lol

Th
Review №6

Great place for a great picture! The upper part is very small and mostly just for the view (which is awesome), but the lower part has a good playground and lots of grass.

Tu
Review №7

One of the most famous spots in Seattle. Gives you an iconic view of the city and especially the space needle! It’s a close drive from downtown Seattle. Spot is always fill with visitors so be careful when it comes to social distancing. Go to this spot on a nice evening and watch sunset will be quite scenic. I went in evening and the views were spectacular!

Ri
Review №8

Watching sunrise sipping latte from this chilly queen Ann hill with clear rainier view would surely make your day bright

ch
Review №9

Since moving to Seattle, we’ve been trying to get the view of Mt rainier from Kerry park and were able to get it for the umpteenth attempt. The space needle and skyline looked amazing with Rainier in the backdrop and a bright sunny day!!!

Re
Review №10

Really nice views from kerry park.Just watch out for weather, whenever it is clear you can see mount rainier from there.Parking can be done on streets around the area.

Al
Review №11

Great views of mount Rainier sitting behind the Space Needle and Seattle. The sea port is also visible with views of 100s of boats docked at the ports. Free parking nearby so access by car is really easy.

Or
Review №12

Some great views of the Space Needle and Seattle skyline, day or night! Small space, grand views, and often crowds. Worth seeing at least once. Fun place to jog by if you live in the neighborhood. Don’t go super late at night—you’ll find hoardes if teens in cars hanging out. It’s on the side of Queen Anne hill so it’s one of the places Seattle’s bourgeoisie stay. Stunning vistas. Tourist trap. No playground.

Sa
Review №13

What a lovely view of the entire city. We were here close to sunset time. Too cold, but the pre sunset and post sunset view was awesome ! Lot of people, some even set up picnics.

In
Review №14

The best view of the city you can get. Besides in the Space Needle, of course. The park has art sculptures and even viewing binoculars that cost 25¢. I would recommend anyone visiting Seattle to come here, and get to know the city.

Nk
Review №15

Has a fantastic view of not just the city, but also much of the pretty and islands. Definitely worth a walk from Lower Queen Anne to see it.

Ro
Review №16

Beautiful view of Seattle. Great park if youre a fan of Greys anatomy!

Ta
Review №17

Probably the best view of the city. Often crowded, but somehow can often find street parking there. I was tempted to rate it one star to keep a local spot more local but thought honesty would be better. If you need a local photographer, follow @tainuiphoto on Instagram.

Ra
Review №18

You should definitely make the drive up here! Its so beautiful! This entire part of Seattle is so pretty!

Me
Review №19

Awesome views, especially for golden hour. Parking all along the street, just be mindful of other’s homes when you choose where to park. The park itself is quite small but the view is really worth it. Take your photos on the right hand side for a better view.

Ch
Review №20

Nice little park with stunning view of Seattle skyline! Parking is also right by the park. If you are lucky you can get a glimpse of Mt. Rainier too on clear days.

As
Review №21

Small park with an absolutely spectacular view of Seattle.Parking is the only issue. We went in night time . It was crowded though and only two benches were der to sit so we stood and enjoyed the view and it’s better to keep your mask on as it’s very small in area

Dm
Review №22

Very friendly neighborhood. Awesome views. Must visit while you are in Seattle

Ma
Review №23

It was an amazing view.. Popular so be ready to be around others while they take pictures also.

Ju
Review №24

Fantastic view of the city and Mt Rainier. Plus s little bit walk to see a panorama of the Olympic mountains

Kh
Review №25

Great place to go for amazing views of Seattle. Also good place to go for a walk in quiet neighborhood.

Ke
Review №26

Beautiful views of the downtown and waterfront of Seattle from a southwest perspective from the residential park perched high on a bluff above the harbor and Puget Sound in Queen Anne. Havent seen so many selfie and couples photos being taken since the fall last year when the pandemic hadnt yet landed. Walk the neighborhood for fitness; plenty of hills await. Street parking is available.

Mu
Review №27

Great views of Seattle skyline and Mount Rainier. This location is just a suburban park and is like 10 minutes drive from downtown Seattle. Its free and views are great firing day or night. Gets kind of busy but it is a tourist location. No facilities or shops of any kind near here, this is just a suburban street.

Lu
Review №28

Kerry park was a beautiful outlook of Seattle. You can see the mountains in the background and Im sure the sunsets here are phenomenal. Wish we couldve enjoyed it with the sunset and lights at night.

Ro
Review №29

One of the places to get a good view of the Space Needle. Gorgeous at night especially!Parking can be tough if there are a ton of people that want to stay for a long period of time.

Mi
Review №30

Beautiful views of Seattle and pretty neighborhoods all around it. A nice drive to take if youre visiting Seattle

Ja
Review №31

Really pretty views, but small and overcrowded. Lots of people taking pictures on the clear day we were there. Street parking was available and not to bad given the crowding. Also, there were a lot of people smoking marijuana when we were there. If that really bugs you, probably best to avoid the park as there is nowhere to go to get away from it.

Ky
Review №32

My favourite place in all of Seattle, Kerry Park is named after the couple that dearly loved this spot as well. Located at the top of Queen Anne Hill, there is no better place to view Elliot Bay, downtown Seattle, Mount Rainier and the Cascades, and the Olympic Mountains all from one place. Whether on cloudy days (very common for at least half the year), foggy or hazy days, but best on sunny, clear ones, there is never a bad time to visit Kerry Park. It is the most common post card photo location in the Emerald City and for good reason. There are a few benches for sitting both on top of the hill and down below near the basketball court and playground for the kiddos.The parking availability is pretty tight as there are just a handful of spaces designated for the park, the rest are sprinkled throughout the neighbourhood of Lower Queen Anne. There are some really beautiful homes in the area, and those are very nice to see and walk past. Every time I am in Seattle, I make a goal to make it to the park, as the skyline is constantly changing, too. The crowd is largely tourists, but they are respectful and have never been in too great of number when I visit. There have never been any homeless like many public parks in Denver and San Francisco, and even downtown, and also not a lot of smoking of either pot or cigarettes, so the atmosphere is pretty nice. Great photo ops here, would highly recommend a visit here.

Pu
Review №33

Great night view. The neighborhood seems to be upclass. There is nothung much around as it is nested in the middle e of housing area, but it is captivating enough for me to stay for a while just enjoying the cool night and pleasant view.

Mo
Review №34

Pretty good viewpoint, saw it during the day, and at night. Only downside is that it is really packed, 50+ people at all times.

Zi
Review №35

A must see in Seattle. It offers an amazing view to the downtown area. I have lived in Seattle for three years, and this is my go to place whenever I want to enjoy the night view.

Ch
Review №36

Great spot for viewing the Seattle Skyline. Could use some tree pruning to help us photographers out.

Pr
Review №37

Great view of Mount Rainier and Space needle . You dont want to miss this awesome view when you are in seattle

Re
Review №38

Great different view of my city.. a little off the beaten path used to b a locals only spot but word is getting out slowly still a good place to pull up to with music and chill for 5 min

Ga
Review №39

Its all about the view here. Pretty much any time any weather Its nice to look out and over the city into the sound. Small play ground and a place to run your dog and couple of benches.

Mi
Review №40

Its one of the best places for watch seattle downtown skyline and take a selfie but one thing guys its crowded mostly of the time and some persons only sees other persons taking pictures so be ready for feel observed for all kind of persons do your thing and leave not much to do besides the pics

Ni
Review №41

Always packed with people, especially during sunset hours. Best to go early to pick a spot if you want to do photography. Beautiful sunset but when the sun starts to set, it actually causes strong reflection on one of the building. Would need to wait for it to pass to get optimal lighting for pictures. Parking spot maybe a bit difficult to find.

Ca
Review №42

This park has an amazing Seattle city view. There were quite a few people taking pictures in front of the cityscape, so the park seemed busy. It didn’t feel overwhelming or too crowded to sit on a bench and enjoy the sights peacefully, though.

Ho
Review №43

This is a beautiful area of Seattle and a must-visit place for anyone in the area. It stretches for over a thousand acres and gives you the wonderful feeling of being surrounded by lush green while treating you to some wonderful views of the city.

Gr
Review №44

A small park with a stunning view of the city. Few places will give you as iconic a view of the Space Needle over Puget Sound. Street parking is usually available and its definitely worth a visit, even if you only have a half hour to kill.

c
Review №45

Best view of Seattle. Especially at night.

Ma
Review №46

I admit I take Kerry Park for granted because I live close to the park. I drive by the park almost everyday. There are always people at the park no matter what time of the day you drive by the park. The park is a popular place for marriage proposals and wedding party pictures. Without question, Kerry Park offers the best views of Seattle in the entire city. Thus, whether it is your first date or your 75th wedding anniversary, Kerry Park is a must visit.

Ke
Review №47

Breathtaking views of the Seattle skyline and Elliott bay. In one of Seattle Iconic neighborhoods Queenanne. Lots of benches to sit down and take in the view. It’s a must see.

HJ
Review №48

Good place to see the whole seattle view. But it’s very tiny park and crowded. It’s better to seat on the stairs in right side and wait..

As
Review №49

Great place with amazing sunset and seattle view

Ni
Review №50

Best spot to take a picture of the downtown with the space needle in it. On a clear day you get to see Rainier too.

Al
Review №51

Nice little park to enjoy a sanwich and a drink while viewing the Space Needle Seattle WA.While there also tour the neighborhood Lower Anne Queen, nice homes and bars and restaurants!

Ga
Review №52

Best place to run and walk very neat and clean area.

J
Review №53

Unbelievable view, first time visiting Seattle and this place was stunning. On street parking was easy, large crowd, but widely spread out during pandemic, so felt safe. Great view of the Space Needle and if you look really really closely, you can see Mt Rainier in the background.

De
Review №54

Best place to take a picture of Seattle !We always take our out of town friends here

De
Review №55

I live near this park. I would have to say it is one of the best viewpoints in this city (Seattle, of course).

Ju
Review №56

One of the best views of the full Seattle skyline, although depending on the time of day, crowds can make it a little difficult to get that perfect shot. For a view like no other, it is definitely worth it to check out this place during sunrise or sunset.

Me
Review №57

Small park/overlook. So many people there for sunset views ....too many actually. Parking is limited to the street but free. Residential neighborhood of beautiful houses and condos (I’m sure they hate the noisy crowds and lack of privacy, I would).

Bo
Review №58

One of my favourite spots in the city. And one of the best viewpoints over Seattle. Found somehow by the accident /maybe nose/ some 25 years ago. Now, as a Tour guide, I always come back there. IMHO better spot then Space Needle. Enjoy

lu
Review №59

Duh. It’s Kerry park. Best views of downtown and mount rainier. Very nice neighborhood surrounding it

An
Review №60

Very crowded, most people not wearing masks. You have to wait a lot to take a picture with the Seattle skyline. The best part is only the lighted up Seattle skyline. Long waits for car parking too, theres no parking available at this park mostly its roadside parking next to the homes. We got parking after taking few rounds on a roadside next to a house. Gets extremely cold even on summer nights . Get good night camera or telescope to view stars. As such not a proper stargazing spot due to many street lights & many cars passing along the road.

Ga
Review №61

Small municipal park in Seattle that offers the best views of the city. Best to get both daytime and nighttime shots from here if you have the opportunity.The downtown skyline and Space Needle can be seen on most days. Other sights further out can be obscured based on the season and the weather.

Ji
Review №62

One of my favorite spots to overlook Seattle’s skyline. Beautiful views to the city and Mount Rainier.

Ky
Review №63

I like the fence so you don’t fall down the hill.

Au
Review №64

Small. No trail to walk. Nice views tho.

Hr
Review №65

This is by far the best city park with the best city view in my life. While parking can be a challenge, we saved $60 by NOT going to the Space Needle and just viewing Seattle and the bay from here.

Re
Review №66

A true Seattle exclusive. Grab a coffee or picnic foods nearby and enjoy one of the best views in the city.

Ju
Review №67

It is a popular destination for people that are visiting Seattle, but it gets really annoying when people don’t leave and just sit there. You can’t really get a good photo with your friends/family here anymore. You have to go at a really early time on weekend or try going on weekdays instead

De
Review №68

Gorgeous view of Seattle. Can get busy at times.

Br
Review №69

Were from out of town and our friends recommended we come here to watch the sun set, it was 1000% worth it!

Ab
Review №70

Good viewpoint at a height in Seattle. On a clear, sunny day, you can enjoy some beautiful views of downtown Seattle with Mt. Rainier in the background and of the Puget Sound. The Space Needle is clearly a dominating figure in the skyline. Although a small park, definitely visit this place when in Seattle.

Ma
Review №71

It has a gorgeous view from Seattle, including Spaceneddle and Mt Rainier

So
Review №72

Perfect spot to catch the sunset Even though I visited on a gloomy day, it was totally worth the walk up the hill to catch this view of the city You can see the space needle and mount rainier! Stay for a bit post the sunset to catch the city lights as well. Would totally recommend checking it out!

Si
Review №73

Was very nice the cops didnt even come by to bother you and it was good lot of young college studentshaving fun its nice to see young people having fun and not being bothered with and it was in a rich part of the neighborhood they picked up their mess as they leftand Im pretty sure its not always that way theres some bad students but not this time.

An
Review №74

Beautiful view of the city, small park but worth going. Sour rounded by a nice town

La
Review №75

This is not really a park per se but a great place to see the city skyline.

Ru
Review №76

Lovely and peaceful place to make a stop at and see Seattle from above...

Sh
Review №77

You will definitely get the most breathtaking view of Seattle and Mount Rainier from Kerry Park. This place is usually crowded with visitors on weekends so be prepared to taking some efforts to park your vehicles.

Dr
Review №78

Took some pics from the outside. Felt like a tourist trap.

Mi
Review №79

Beautiful views of the city and Rainier from a small urban Park. Expect crowds, be patient, and enjoy the view of Seattle!

st
Review №80

A great view of the city! Perfect place for a date super romantic.

Ju
Review №81

What an amazing place and so much more spectacular given the proximity to such a large city. Loop is a little longer than 6 miles. Very nice walk. North end was closed so a slight detour that offered nice perspective of the area surrounding the bridge.

Ja
Review №82

Gorgeous view, really nice neighborhood, surprised by how small it is, still not disappointed!

Bi
Review №83

Amazing viewpoint. Great spot to go to at night! Hard to find a good parking spot but definitely worth it!!

Li
Review №84

Love to visit this part of Seattle! Relaxing and amazing views! Highly recommend this place to chill and enjoy Seattle!

mi
Review №85

The view is Amazing!!! Nice to take look at the city than being in it.

Si
Review №86

Beautiful small little park on the hill. Some great views of the Seattle skyline as well as the Elliott Bay. Perfect place to see the sunset during the summer times. Please note, no public restroom but there is water fountain, seating area and few roadside free parking.

Ga
Review №87

This is a must for every single person visiting Seattle. The view is worth it. Depending on time you can either do a quick 20min stay and take pictures or stay longer if you wish!

Kh
Review №88

This park is perfect. Its very little and tough to find parking and in the middle of a neighborhood. But the view and the experience you can have here is second to none. Especially during sunset. Lots of other people here so be prepared for that. Youll get your photo op moments if you have patience. People are really good at rotating in and out of the best spots for pictures.This is a true Seattle Gem.

ra
Review №89

View is amazing. I went there to take some photos and it was worth it. I loved it.

YE
Review №90

Awesome and somewhat close view of the city

Ai
Review №91

Great view of the Seattle downtown skyline. A little crowded but its expected.

jo
Review №92

Nice small park for Seattle skyline, limited parking spots. Great view though

M.
Review №93

This should be the first and the best places to visit in Seattle. Sun rise and sun set are the ideal visit time.

Da
Review №94

Amazing views of the city! The park is usually sunny, even when the rest of the city is overcast, and you can clearly make out the Space Needle and other Seattle landmarks of the skyline. Usually lots of people there, but nothing crazy. Part of a park that stretches down the hill. Close to public transportation. Great place to take pictures!

Jo
Review №95

It is an excellent area to live in while enjoying the Seattle, WA skyline.

Ro
Review №96

This is a perfect view of the city skyline. Great for day or evening shots. Best time to go is at sunset when lights come on in the city. Easy to get to, lots of parking on the street. A must stop when visiting Seattle.

Ab
Review №97

Best views in Seattle. Evenings on Sunny days, afternoon on clouded days and any nights are the best time to go here.Great view of the skyline

Ak
Review №98

One of the best views of downtown Seattle. Period. I love walking around downtown a lot. And this walk was no different. And the 2 mile walk was worth it when you look at the view. Go on a sunny day (it’s Seattle I know) and you’ll be staring at the view for hours. Go just before the sunset and you’ll be in awe. This place is a photographers paradise. It’s usually crowded but try going on weekdays. It might be a little less crowded.

St
Review №99

Lovely view of the city, worth the walk. Seeing the needle lit at dusk was an added bonus.

An
Review №100

We always love to go back d place. Anytime of day or night this place is busy!!! That totally makes sense though. Its a wonderful photostop for Seattle cityscape. We have been here at 1am too and guess what, there were people, told you!!!

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  • Address:211 W Highland Dr, Seattle, WA 98119, United States
  • Site:http://www.seattle.gov/parks/find/parks/kerry-park
  • Phone:+1 206-684-4075
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Park
Working hours
  • Monday:6am–10pm
  • Tuesday:6am–10pm
  • Wednesday:6am–10pm
  • Thursday:6am–10pm
  • Friday:6am–10pm
  • Saturday:6am–10pm
  • Sunday:6am–10pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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