Kerry Park
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Get a postcard view of downtown Seattle and Elliott Bay against the backdrop of snow-capped Mount Rainier from this beautiful terraced park. You'll also get spectacular views of the Space Needle, a 605-foot-tall observation tower. Take pictures and lounge or have a picnic on the lawn. The best time to visit is during sunrise, or at night to admire the buildings and ferries at the bay glow with lights. Though located in the quiet Queen Anne neighborhood, Kerry Park is less than a mile away from Seattle Center, where you can visit other landmarks like the Museum of Pop Culture. – Tripadvisor
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  • BrakiWorldTraveler
    Belgrade, Serbia19,452 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The best Seattle view and for free
    There are several Seattle panorama viewing spots all around the city: from the Space Needle, from Bainbridge ferry, tallest Columbia Center,...and this one. And, this one at Kerry park is the only free one. Moreover, parking around is also free so do come and enjoy.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written May 27, 2024
  • Heather
    Las Vegas, Nevada1,328 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great views!
    Small park with on-street parking. I went on a Monday at 4:30pm in June and the sun was far enough west that it allowed for great afternoon pictures. There was also available parking then as well.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written June 11, 2024
  • TennisStar602
    New Jersey713 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If a person wants to find the best views of Seattle, this place is probably the perfect location.
    This park was smaller and a person could descend some stairs into a neighborhood where there was a playground. I parked for free on the nearby streets, and this park was free. I got great views of Seattle‘s Downtown skyscrapers and of the nearby waterways. Mount Rainier was even cooperative enough to be within my photograph (it was not a cloud). I spent about five (5) minutes here, and it was crowded.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written June 30, 2024
  • Derek Voyage
    Seattle, Washington4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best place in Seattle skyline
    Totally free to visit this park. This place is amazing to see the Seattle skyline, at night, it was even more beautiful when the city lit up. The Mount Rainier was unfortunately veiled by heavy clouds. Very easy to drive there, free to park along road. There is also a playground underneath, so it's perfect for family as well
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written June 30, 2024
  • Wismickchick
    Kenosha, Wisconsin157 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gorgeous view!
    We decided to walk from the Space Needle to Kerry Park because we heard that the views there were amazing. First off, the walk is NOT easy! It is uphill most of the way and it took us about 25 minutes to walk there. However, the views were SO worth it! Such a beautiful view and we were lucky enough to have a clear day and we were able to see Mt. Ranier in the distance. Although it was tough to get there, we would recommend this view for anyone visiting Seattle!
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 5, 2024
  • WillieMacfan
    Healdsburg, California892 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best View in Seattle
    Kerry Park is located in a neighborhood of beautiful homes so be sure to take your time getting to Kerry Park. Parking can be an issue and be nice to the neighbors who put up with a lot of extra traffic and stay out of their driveways. The park itself is not large but the views are endless. You look out at downtown Seattle and the Seattle Center. Looking more west is Puget Sound and some of the western islands. Be friendly and offer to take a picture of the couple next to you so that they get at least one nice picture of them together in Seattle.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 26, 2024
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Rajj976
San Jose, California230 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Couples
This was the smallest park I had ever seen, but I doubt there are better views than from this location. If you go early morning, you have the place all to yourself except for a few neighbors walking their dogs. Go at sunset and you’ll be jockeying for position with everyone else who also thought it would be a good idea to visit at that time. Kerry Park is a must for first-time visitors!
Written August 17, 2021
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StefJax
Tampa, FL2,330 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019 • Couples
This park - set in the Queen Anne- Neighborhood - is a great spot for views of the Seattle skyline. Walk around the neighborhood and head over to the park before sunset. You won’t be alone but if you get there early enough you can get a seat on the ledge and watch the sunset.
Written March 12, 2020
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lotsagoldens
Surprise, AZ947 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
This overlook is in a gorgeous neighborhood of older homes. We went on a lovely night, and there were a couple hundred people there, many with "serious" cameras. Watching the sunset reflected on the buildings of downtown Seattle is amazing.
Written June 18, 2023
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TheWaterCloset
Glasgow, UK189 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2019
Coming from a couple who have some great Parks and outdoor attraction on our doorstep, we wouldn't really call Kerry Park the greatest of 'parks'. It is, however, a fantastic viewpoint for the Seattle skyline and is always filled with friendly folk. There is a small playpark, trail and grass area however its on a steep hill so we would recommend driving to the top for the viewpoint.
Written January 23, 2020
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Tia G
Fort Wayne, IN298 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Friends
Our city bus tour stopped here for about 15 minutes to take in the view and allow us to take photos. This is the postcard perfect city skyline spot.

While other people were also taking their selfies we were able to quickly get a prime spot without any randoms in the background.

The area was overall clean and well maintained.
Written July 2, 2023
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Otraveler
United States117 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
It was cloudy when we went up the Space Needle, so we stopped at Kerry Park hoping for a better view since the sky had cleared. It was perfect. Rainier floated there like a Bob Ross painting with the city below, the water to the right and the Space Needle to the left. There is not much else to the park besides the view, and parking is at a premium, especially if a tour bus takes up a lot of spaces.
Written August 9, 2023
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Brian S.
Ocala, FL74 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
As advertised, Kerry Park was a super spot for a photo of the skyline. It's worth the trip and it's in a really cool neighborhood Queen Anne. It's the kind of thing, though, that you go, take a few pictures, and leave after five minutes. I will say, after I did it, I felt like I did Seattle.
Written April 18, 2020
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Roary
Vancouver, Canada3,677 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Family
This is nice quick stop. There's plenty of parking (at least when I visited), and you only need to spend a few minutes here to get a good view of the city and take a few photos. Best of all - it's free. A very nice way to start your visit to Seattle.
Written April 20, 2022
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craig1086
Atlanta, GA1,872 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 • Couples
Nice, small park with views of the Seattle skyline. Go earlier in the day, because it will get crowded & parking is scarce. Parking is street parking but you might have to circle the block. Traffic was crazy trying to get in this area during sunset time.
Written February 13, 2022
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mrpesce
Doylestown, PA564 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021
Another must do in Seattle. This is the place you see on TV whenever they show a picture of the city of Seattle. The street is very narrow and parking is at a premium but take the time to go up and see it. (Some advice if you are driving a manual transmission, get a new clutch when you are done.)
Written September 24, 2021
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