Alki Beach: Seattle's Birthplace
Discover Seattle's birthplace at Alki Beach: stunning views, sandy shores, and a vibrant beach scene in West Seattle.
Alki Beach, a sandy stretch in West Seattle, offers stunning city views and a vibrant beach vibe. Known as the landing site of Seattle's first settlers, it's a place to relax, play, and soak in the Northwest scenery [6, 15].
A brief summary to Alki Beach
- Seattle, West Seattle, Washington, US
Local tips
- Enjoy the views of the Seattle skyline, Olympic Mountains, and Puget Sound [6].
- Visit the Alki Point Lighthouse for free tours on weekends during the summer [6].
- Take the West Seattle Water Taxi from downtown for a scenic ride [6, 12].
- Bring a picnic and enjoy the fire pits (first-come, first-served) for a beach bonfire [6].
Getting There
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Public Transport
From downtown Seattle, the easiest way to reach Alki Beach is by bus or the West Seattle Water Taxi [3, 11, 12]. * **Bus:** Several bus routes connect downtown Seattle to Alki Beach. The RapidRide C Line and routes 50 and 56 are common options [3, 11]. A one-way fare is typically $3 [11, 18]. * **Water Taxi:** Take the West Seattle Water Taxi from Pier 50 in downtown Seattle to Seacrest Park in West Seattle [22]. From there, transfer to the free Route 775 bus to reach Alki Beach [26]. The water taxi fare is $5.75 one way ($5 with an ORCA card) [26]. The Route 775 bus is free [26].
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Walking
From the Seacrest Park Water Taxi dock, you can walk to Alki Beach, though it's a considerable distance (approximately 2 miles) [23]. Follow the Alki Trail along the waterfront [25]. This scenic walk offers views of the Seattle skyline and Puget Sound. Be aware that the walk takes around 40 minutes [3].
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Taxi/Ride-share
Taxis and ride-sharing services (Uber/Lyft) are readily available in Seattle and offer a direct route to Alki Beach. A ride from downtown Seattle typically costs between $21-$26 and takes approximately 13 minutes, depending on traffic [11].
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