My Castle Heart Publications

Perks:

• Free
• Acres upon acres of gorgeous wandering
• Something new to see every time
• Feels far removed from the city

What to Do:

• Hike
• Walk the dog
• Bike
• Take pictures
• Kayak or canoe
• Spot the bald eagles and muskrats
• Tour the Japanese Garden (for a fee)

Know Before You Go:

• Parking can be limited, but there are several lots to choose from, as you can see by the grey areas on this map.
• To explore the park’s waterways, rent a canoe from here or a kayak from here. Or you could use your own, of course.
• Madison Valley, just south of the arboretum, has a ridiculous amount of great restaurants. Indulge in brunch before a stroll or stick around afterward for dinner.

For more free Seattle fun, try one of these adventures:

• Parades
• Golden Gardens
• Olympic Sculpture Park
• Green Lake
• Gasworks Park
• Bayview-Kinnear Park
• Ballard Splash Park
• Tulip Festival
• San Juan Islands

Have your own tips for free things to do in and around Seattle … or your city? Please share!

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