Family and Kids in Seattle

  1. Visit to experience unparalleled fun for kids
    Dunn Gardens

    Garden

    Created by the Olmsted Brothers Landscape firm, the Dunn Gardens are one of little known about treasures of Seattle. Cultivated now for over 100 years, these graceful gardens are every horticulturist's dream. The flowers are incredibly vivid and pretty, and most of the tour feels like a fairy woodland walk. It is not freely open to the public. All visits happen by guided tour, but that's a good...Read more
  2. A place for children with all kinds of interests
    Parsons Gardens

    Garden

    This tiny 0.4 acre little garden is almost entirely unknown to tourists. It is on Queen Anne's south slope. It is a shady yet verdant pocket of green with manicured grass, cute little benches, and rows of flowers. It's the sort of place you can imagine getting married in, and people do! If you arrive and feel a little shabbily dressed, don't worry about it.
  3. A guaranteed fun space for the kids
    Oxbow Park

    Park

    This 0.81 acre public park, unlike the rest of parks around Seattle which are all about exercise or viewpoints or sunrises or landscaping, is about a kitschy roadside attraction. There are two of them actually - a 44-ft. wide cowboy hat and 22-ft. high boots - or, as they are known 'the Hat n' Boots'. These days Georgetown residents consider the constructs as an indispensable part of the neighb...Read more
  4. Amazing Seattle attraction for kids
    Seattle Pinball Museum

    Family and Kids

    All things Pinball! Yes, you read it right! There is an entire museum dedicated to the humble game of Pinball in Seattle. More of a gaming arcade than a museum, you will find 1963 Swing Along, 1968 Funland, 1969 King Tut, 1970 Expressway, 1998 Monster Bash, 1999 Star Wars Episode 1 ,2003 Lord of the Rings, 1973 King Pin, 1998 Godzilla. Arcade 1970 Sami, Asteroids, Missile Command, Galaga & ...Read more
  5. Can keep your kids busy for days
    Seattle Ferry

    Family and Kids

    Seattle's Ferry service is a effective as the other modes of transport in the city but what sets it apart is the view it gives on the way. For a small price, one can enjoy 30 minutes of peace and quiet as the ferry glides effortlessly through the water. The view of the Seattle skyline with the Space Needle, Mt. Rainer and even Chihully Garden and Glass is breathtaking. If you are taking a late-...Read more
  6. Perfect for kids day out in Seattle
    Seattle Great Wheel

    Family and Kids

    Seattle has a variety of ways to enjoy its modern cityscape and one of them is the recently opened Seattle Great Wheel. It has s a giant Ferris wheel ride situated right on the Hudson Bay! It was designed to help with the local economy but it's a treat for locals and visitors alike. With a seat in the little gondolas, you can have a spectacular view of Hudson Bay and Seattle during the day. And...Read more
  7. Fun place to go for kids
    Olympic Sculpture Park

    Park

    This 9 acre public park and beach is an outdoor sculpture museum affiliated to the Seattle Museum of Art. The only way to describe the artworks is to use words like breathtaking and innovative and thought-provoking. The sculptures are made of wood and steel and metal and water and granite - all materials of many colors, some with a dash of fibre glass. There are 18 permanent artworks, but thro...Read more
  8. A cool place to see with kids
    Myrtle Edwards Park

    Park, Picnic Spot

    Myrtle Edwards Park is a public park with a stunning view of the vista of the Hudson Bay. Open to the public at all hours, this is a wonderful place for bird watching and picnicking. There are bike tracks to for those who love cycling or skating, you can make the most of this opportunity by getting your gear with you. The beach makes a great place to watch the sun rise or set and take pictures ...Read more
  9. A fantastic place for refreshing break for children
    Discovery Park

    Park

    Discovery Park is an escape away from the daily hustle and bustle of the city. Situated on the western part of Seattle, it is a 543 acre park with a beach complete with a lighthouse and also houses the United Indians of All Tribes Daybreak Star Cultural Centre. The park has well-marked paths that lead to the beach or for a hike up to Lawton Fort which was a military base previously but has now...Read more
  10. One of the awesome things children enjoy the most
    Mt St Helens

    National Park

    Mount St Helens National Park is a large park, near Seattle. It was established as the Mount St Helens Volcanic Monument in 1982 and is operated under the control of the U.S. Forest Service. Mount St Helens is a mobile volcano. Its 1980 eruption is considered as the most lethal and most economically devastating episode in the U.S. It has two main visitor’s centres – Johnston Ridge O...Read more
  11. The best option for younger visitors
    Bill Speidel's Underground Tour

    Family and Kids

    The Bill Speidel's Underground Tour is perhaps Seattle’s most unusual attraction as it gives you the chance to explore the sidewalks and subterranean storefronts that were entombed when the city was reconstructed after 1889’s Great Fire. A guided tour of 75 minutes starts right underneath the Doc Maynard’s Public House and then takes you to the historic Pioneer Square before h...Read more
  12. A place where kids enjoy and have fun
    Ballard

    Family and Kids

    Ballard is an old neighborhood in Seattle, Washington, giving you a glimpse of the city’s past. Walking through the neighborhood, you will come across as many as 5 landmarks that are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. These include Ballard Avenue Historic District, Fire Station No. 18, Ballard Carnegie Library, Ballard Bridge, and Hiram M. Chittenden Locks and the Lake Wa...Read more
  13. A place perfect for families with kids
    Fremont

    Family and Kids

    Fremont used to once be a separate city which was then annexed to Seattle in 1891. It is now one of the creative neighborhoods in town, with art scenes around every corner. There are a number of restaurants and cafes here that serve delicious dishes. These include the Fremont Coffee Company, The Backdoor, and the Stampede Cocktail Club. It is also a great place to go for shopping as a plethora ...Read more
  14. A favorite place to take the kids in the city
    New La Hacienda Motel

    Family and Kids

    New La Hacienda Motel is a basic motel that offers amenities and would be the ideal place to stay at when you are travelling on a budget. Situated at a very convenient location, the motel offers absolutely clean and cosy rooms while all the rooms also have free Wi-Fi, microwaves, and minifridges. There are kitchenette and separate bathrooms with each room and the decor is pretty impressive. Als...Read more
  15. It's just one of those places to visit and hang out
    Fishermen's Terminal

    Family and Kids

    Fishermen’s Terminal is a fishing port in Seattle, dating back to 1914. This dock is considered by many as a lovely hangout place. You can spend some pleasant time here, walking along the terminals and checking out the boats. Here, you will be able to see Seattle’s commercial fishing fleets as well as some pleasure boats. While you are at Fishermen’s Terminal, you must visit C...Read more