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Gas Works Park

3300 Meridian Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103 (Lake Union)
206-684-4075
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Ranked #38 of 194 attractions in Seattle
Type: Parks
Activities: Biking, Hiking
Owner description: From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic... more » Owner description: From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area. « less
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Ocala, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

What a great idea to turn the old gas and light plant into this really cool park. There are all the usual park like things, walking and biking paths, playground, picnic area, and this is a great place to see the Seattle skyline, watch the sunset, fly a kite, or just relax. Check out the earth mound created with rubble... More

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Snellville, Georgia
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68 reviews 68 reviews
27 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013

Gorgeous views of the water and downtown Seattle. You can get great pictures of houseboats, the skyline, Space Needle and the park here. Lots of people enjoying the park in good weather.

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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51 reviews 51 reviews
32 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

Lake Union and Gasworks Park are great for site seeing but also a nice breather outdoors and for picnics or even 4th of July.

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Ota, Japan
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Great views of the city. Interesting structures to photograph. Lovely walking trails and open space.

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Ormond Beach, Florida
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20 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This is a nice place to hang for a little while, looking south at Lake Union (and the sae planes taking off & landing) and the city beyond.

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Elkhorn, Nebraska
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91 reviews 91 reviews
71 attraction reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Unique park not far from downtown Seattle. Only thing that would've made it more enjoyable would have been if the structures would be open to the public (not fenced in and overgrown with weeds). Not necessarily to climb, just to be able to walk around or walk under. Otherwise, great views of downtown Seattle with tons of people flying kites,... More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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31 attraction reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Great views of Downtown Seattle! The park is an awesome contrast of peacefulness mixed in with abandoned machinery. The whole thing is beautiful.

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Vernon, Connecticut
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32 reviews 32 reviews
10 attraction reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

I decided to visit Gas Works Park after stopping at the Fremont Troll. I was in for a treat! It was the only part of the day when it wasn't raining, and that provided me with ample photo opportunities. What a view of the Seattle skyline! Definitely worth the 10-15 minute walk from the troll through some neighborhoods to the... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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19 reviews 19 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

Relaxing and unique park. The old gas work equipment makes the place unusual and serves as historical artefacts. Great place for kite flying.

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Seattle, Washington
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23 reviews 23 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

Gas Works is always a great spot for a picnic. Lots of fun for family and just soaking up the sunshine! Yes. We do have sunshine in Seattle.

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