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Washington Park Arboretum


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 332 attractions in Seattle
Traveler 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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Attraction type: Nature reserve, Wildlife park, Garden, Other, Park
Activities: Canoeing, Kayaking
Address: 2300 Arboretum Drive East Seattle, WA 98195-8010
Tel: 206-543-8800

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5 of 5 stars
yrwehere   10 contributions
Milwaukee
Nov 3, 2009

Everyone from Seattle told me not to carry an umbrella because only tourist carry umbrellas. Three days later I broke down. Umbrellas are awesome! It made visiting the Arboretum and Japanese Garden so much more pleasurable. more

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5 of 5 stars
accountant_guy   46 contributions
accountant_guy
Aug 3, 2009

I only had about an hour and a half to check out the arboretum. I spent all of that time in the fabulous Japanese tea garden. It was 5.00 a person to get in (rest of the arboretum is free), but it was worth every penny. The architect did a great job recreating the feel of an actual tea garden... more

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4 of 5 stars
travel84848   7 contributions
Wisconsin
Jun 28, 2009

This was a great place to spend a couple hours. The park is very pretty. It has several walking paths of varying degree. It is not a hiking park by any means, but a nice place to take an enjoyable stroll or run. more

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5 of 5 stars
Becca_C   202 contributions
Seattle, Washington
May 4, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I have been meaning to come here during a sunny afternoon, and finally did last Friday...oh, it was so worth it! The park is quite large, with lots of intercrossing paths, perfect for wandering or jogging. Rhododendrons were in bloom, the last of the cherry tree blossoms were falling into the wind, and benches are everywhere for your resting pleasure.... more

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5 of 5 stars
killertofu7   9 contributions
seattle, wa
Mar 22, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

i celebrated the beginning of spring with a walk through the arboretum with my dog. this is one of my favorite spots in seattle, full of beauty and a nice little taste of nature in the city. as the weather improves more and more, i'll be coming out here as much as i can. more

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5 of 5 stars
chickadeerachel   8 contributions
Seattle, WA
May 19, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I actually live down the street, I have passed it several times but never actually been, until today. I took the dog and camera. It was GRRREAT! Squirrels to tease the dog, beautiful trees and flowers to practice my photography skills. Free. Trails were good. Seemed to have lots of benches for sitting. I will be back soon, but next... more

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4 of 5 stars
Kirkland_Traveller   89 contributions
Kirkland, WA
Aug 7, 2005
7/7 found this review helpful

Visited the Arboretum in June 2005. It is such beautiful and peaceful place! There are several paths to walk through the park, as well as a large grassy area in the middle for just relaxing. There is a marsh at one end where water birds gather. And admission is free. more

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Washington Park Arboretum Address

2300 Arboretum Drive East, Seattle, WA 98195-8010
Tel: 206-543-8800