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Gas Works Park
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Wallingford, Seattle
This park is famous for their scenic views. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Such a beautiful park with the bay and Seattle skyline."(6 Tips)
"Enjoy a Friday evening here with superb views of downtown Seattle."(4 Tips)
"Great place for a scenic view of Seattle and a wonderful walk."(62 Tips)
"Spend hours watching sea planes land and take off."(4 Tips)
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Kathryn COctober 6, 2014Amazing views on clear days of lake union and the skyline. Even on a cloudy or foggy day, the towers are very cool to see.
HISTORYApril 7, 2010Located on the north shore of Lake Union, the park has excellent water views and a spectacular, unobstructed view of the city skyline. It is a popular spot for concerts.
Connie ChiuOctober 1, 2017Such a beautiful park with the bay and Seattle skyline. The old gas work infrastructure adds a awesome touch. The bathrooms are gross though.
The ArtificialNovember 27, 2017This retired coal gasification plant was converted to a park which is beautiful in its own right. It also has amazing views of the skyline over Lake Union…
Jay ErvinJuly 11, 2017Great place to hangout and have an awesome time! Especially for July 4th! Except way too many people make it impossible to get to where you wanna sit and enjoy the festivities at times.
Miraj ShahJuly 12, 2015Great views of the city. Gasworks is a hubbub of activity, with slackliners, yoga learners, dog walkers, picnic people, Frisbee players late into the night. It's a happy place.Watch for the goose poop- Grab some food and enjoy the amazing view! If you can go on weekdays, way less people. Picnic areas and the grills are another great option to spend the day.
- Rebecca LeeApril 3, 2015It has a great view of Seattle with Lake Union in the foreground. There is also an old gas mill. It is a great place for pictures. There is also a playground.
Pelin Güvenç KefelAugust 24, 2018Such an interesting park and also a great view unfortunately the time we came here Seattle was covered in smoke 😔
ᴡ SantosJanuary 4, 2016Awesome spot for a sunset picnic, fireworks on Fourth of July, watching people fire dance, and having an any-weather bonfire under the covered pavilion.
JennyMarch 24, 2014Really awesome park with great views of Seattle. Fun to explore the nooks and crannies, but a shame you can't (legally) climb on anything!
Good for taking your dog out for a walk! A way to socialize your puppy with other dogs as well.
Read up on some interesting history of a gasification plant that turned into a park!
Thanna HomanJuly 14, 2015If you plan on using the bathrooms, bring your own paper towels. Park itself is weird but in a good way. Coming at night would not be advised. Enjoy!
Noah WeissSeptember 7, 2020Insanely cool sculpture park from post industrial landscape with great views of the city
Logan KerrSeptember 24, 2015Come here for that classic postcard view of Seattle that you thought you could only get from a plane.- Ricardo HernandezMay 31, 2016Enjoy a Friday evening here with superb views of downtown Seattle. Bring some snacks.
Joyce HuangJuly 22, 2017It is pretty good for hanging out and picnic but don't come here during Saturday and Sunday during spring and summer is always crowded.
Durwood GaffordApril 4, 2010A unique park at the north end of Seattle's Lake Union. It was built on the site of an old coal gasification plant; many of the remnants of the plant are incorporated into the park. 19 acres of fun! Read more
Valerie MichelleDecember 12, 2013The best place to enjoy 4th of July fireworks while the orchestra plays. Bring your picnic blanket n goodies 👍🇺🇸🎶🎶 God Bless America! 🎶🎶🇺🇸
Scott FornwallJuly 7, 2015What a wonderful little park next to the water. A perfect place to enjoy the view with good company.
Always a great place to visit if you come into town. 4th of July is a must.
Michael FoxFebruary 19, 2016A wonderful place to lay back in a sunny, summer afternoon and read a book.
Aena FalcettiMarch 30, 2014Come watch the kites, ice block down the hill, bring a camera and a lunch. Stay a whole.
Went here for the fireworks last night. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON ENTRY. Stay outside fenced area to watch fireworks
Awesome view! Don’t forget your sunscreen on summer and never underestimate PNW’s sun!
The nation's crown jewel of adaptive reuse. The views from this park solidify Seattle's unofficial rank of most beautiful city in the USA.
Andrew PetersenMarch 25, 2017The views were great and the old gas works were really cool. Nice place for photos.
BreeSeptember 27, 2016Watch the sea planes, geese, and shoreline view with space needle behind. It was $3 ride on uber from space Needle
Windows Live Photo GalleryOctober 29, 2010Walk all the way to the railing by the water and turn around. Catch the structure on the right and green hill on the left. Then go down to the lower level for a fantastic Panoramic Stitch opportunity.- Saurav MukherjeeFebruary 6, 2017The view of the lake, is awesome. Spend hours watching sea planes land and take off.
Fernanda PiresDecember 20, 2013Fernanda @ Lexus of Bellevue"In reading the lives of great men, I found that the first victory they won was over themselves. Self-discipline with all of them came first."-Harry S. Truman
Amazing waterfront views of downtown and plenty of space to fly a kite!
DayTripper DivaAugust 17, 2014Photo says it all. A great vantage point for seeing all the maritime life of Seattle.
R BFebruary 5, 2012Summer: skip work with a friend, sit on the grass & enjoy the view. When it Snows: bring a sled. At night: bring your sweetie & make out with a view
jennif parcAugust 5, 2011Perfect place for the 4th of July fireworks! Nice place to enjoy the sunrise/sunset. Not far from U-district.
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Gas Works Park has a play area with a large play barn, and big hill popular for flying kites. Special park features include a sundial, and a beautiful view of Seattle.
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 6:00 AM–10:00 PM
(206) 684-4075
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