Washington Park Arboretum
Explore the Serenity of Washington Park Arboretum
Discover the enchanting Washington Park Arboretum, a botanical garden in Seattle with over 20,000 unique plants and stunning landscapes to explore.
Discover the stunning landscapes and diverse plant life at Washington Park Arboretum, a botanical garden in the heart of Seattle. With over 230 acres of gardens and trails, it's a must-visit for nature lovers and tourists alike.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Bus
If you are at downtown Seattle, head to the nearest bus stop and catch the Metro Bus #8 towards 'Madison Park'. The bus ride will take approximately 30 minutes. Get off at the stop near 'Arboretum Dr E & Lake Washington Blvd'. From there, walk east along Arboretum Dr E for about 10 minutes, and you will reach the Washington Park Arboretum at 2300 Arboretum Dr E.
Light Rail & Bus
First, take the Link Light Rail from any downtown station (like Westlake Station) towards 'University of Washington'. Get off at the 'University of Washington' station. From there, transfer to Metro Bus #48 towards 'Northgate' and get off at 'Arboretum Dr E & Lake Washington Blvd'. Walk east for about 10 minutes to reach Washington Park Arboretum.
Walking
If you are staying nearby in the Madison Park area, simply walk east along Madison St until you reach Lake Washington Blvd. Continue on Lake Washington Blvd until you see Arboretum Dr E. Turn left on Arboretum Dr E and walk for about 10 minutes to arrive at Washington Park Arboretum.
Biking
For those who enjoy biking, you can rent a bike from any of the bike-sharing stations in downtown Seattle. Head east on Pine St, then turn south onto 10th Ave, which will take you to Madison St. Follow Madison St east until you reach Lake Washington Blvd. From there, turn left onto Arboretum Dr E, and bike for about 10 minutes to reach the Washington Park Arboretum.
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