Waterfront Park

This nearly 5 acre park is right on the water, set between Piers 57 and 59.

The park is lined with lamps, benches, and viewing platforms for its visitors to enjoy excellent views of enjoy excellent views of the city skyline, the waterfront, the ships in drydock, container cranes, the West Seattle Bridge, Magnolia Bluff, Blake Island, Bainbridge, and, on a clear day, the Olympic Mountains.

Occasionally you may even see a seal.

The North End of the park is near the Seattle Aquarium. More benches, and picnic tables make for a nice spot to have lunch. Not to mention the view of Waterfront Fountain, a cubicle bronze water sculpture originally conceptualised by James FitzGerald. Later completed by his widow Margaret Tomkins, and artist Ted Copple.