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Washington Park Arboretum

2300 Arboretum Drive East, Seattle, WA 98195-8010
206-543-8800
Ranked #32 of 210 attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Gardens, Parks
Activities: Canoeing, Kayaking
Fee: No
Description: Use a canoe, or your feet, to explore the 230 acres and 4,000 species of trees, vines, shrubs and plants at this arboretum.
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Northeast, United States
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

This place is a horticultural marvel. My friend, a local, and I spent an entire day here. I loved it, this was perhaps my most favorite thing to do in Seattle. The volume of plant species was incredible. I even saw palms and cacti for the section dedicated to Chile. The magnolia garden was in full bloom when I went... More

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Seattle Washington
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

away from downtown, it's quiet, nicely laid out, if small. good display of rhodies and japanese maples - and a japanese garden as well. More

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Clinton, Washington
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119 reviews 119 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

One jaw-dropping awesome experience awaits the visitor who lucks into Azalea Lane during from cherry blossom time to Mother's Day. The day we walked the lane artists stood with easels painting the gorgeous blooms or azaleas and rhodies in glorious bloom. It made for a never-to-be-forgotten moment. More

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Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

We visited this park in April. The magnolia trees were in full bloom and were just magnificent. Some cherries were quite beautiful but some had already past their peak bloom. Rhododendrons were just beginning to bloom but a few early red rhodies were just brilliant scarlet. Great trails and views abound in this wonderful park and arboretum. Well worth a... More

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Seattle, Washington
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Beautiful park in the middle of the city. Take a walk through the Japanese Gardens or keep going through the well-kept park to Foster Island for some great views out towards Husky Stadium and Lake Wa More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

Spring blooms were in view along our walk through the arboretum. Plants are not necessarily native to Washington but include all plants that thrive in that habitat - a HUGE variety of plants. It's also a great birding spot, especially along the wetland trail to the "floating island" (don't worry, it's not really floating). Our teen enjoyed photographing the area... More

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San Francisco, CA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012
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We just went on a walk through the Daniel Island trail at the Arboretum this morning. This trail goes along Lake Washington and the wetlands around the 520 bridge. It is a nice easy walk but great way to see lovely trees, water and ducks and just be surrounded by the beauty of Lake Washington. I would recommend this to... More

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Bellevue, Washington
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124 reviews 124 reviews
Reviews in 50 cities Reviews in 50 cities
102 helpful votes 102 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012
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This beautiful place provides hours and miles of hiking paths zig zagging through beautiful gardens. A must when in the UW area. More

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Mercer Island, WA
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

a very beautiful, safe park for walking and photo shoots More

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Seattle, Washington
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012
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230 acres of trees! See native plants, wetland areas, maples, rhododendrons, iconic plants of the Pacific Rim, more. Year-Round. Free! Fee for Japanese Garden. More

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