Welcome to the Park Promenade
The Park Promenade is the backbone of Waterfront Park — providing a linear pathway from Railroad Way South to Pier 62.
Visitor Info
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Stretching nearly the entire length of the 20-acre park, there are many ways to access the Park Promenade by bus, light rail, ferry, or water taxi. Once here, jump on the Free Waterfront Park Shuttle to get around Waterfront Park and downtown Seattle! See the Free Waterfront Park Shuttle schedule and stop map here.
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Driving Directions
From I-5 North, take the Madison Street/Convention Place exit. Stay straight to go onto 7th Ave. Take the first left onto Madison Street and continue to Alaskan Way. The Park Promenade is situated on the west side of Alaskan Way.
From I-5 South, take exit 165A toward James Street. From right lane, merge onto 6th Avenue. Turn right on Columbia Street. Turn right on 1st Avenue. Turn left on Madison Street and continue to Alaskan Way. The Park Promenade is situated on the west side of Alaskan Way.
Parking:
Paid street parking is available along Alaskan Way and adjacent streets. Additional parking garages exist along Waterfront Park as well. Learn more at the link below.
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The Park Promenade is a place where all are welcome to enjoy the water, the views, and community. A public park owned by the City of Seattle, the rules at Waterfront Park are consistent with other public space in Seattle.
The following activities are not allowed:
- Amplified sound, except by permit
- Abusive or harassing behavior
- Pets without a leash
- Motorized model aircraft (drones) or motorized model watercraft, except by permit
- Camping
- Unattended items
- Commercial activity, except by permit or otherwise authorized
- Littering
- Liquor, except in authorized areas
- Smoking
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Along the Park Promenade, visitors have access to public restroom facilities, moveable furniture for public use, a water stations for people and pets, benches, secure bike racks, shade canopies, and other food and beverages during most events.
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Friends strives to ensure Waterfront Park and our events are inclusive, accessible, and welcoming to everyone. We offer the following resources and are continually seeking to expand our offerings to meet specific requests as needed. Please fill out our park experience survey with any feedback on how we can make your experience more comfortable and accessible.
Promenade Features
Waterfront Park Promenade Boardwalk. Photo by Emily Ferrer.
Protected Bike Lanes & Pedestrian Boardwalks
Explore the beauty of Seattle’s waterfront with the 1.2 miles of protected bike lanes that stretch from Pioneer Square Habitat Beach to Overlook Walk – connecting seamlessly to the Elliot Bay Trail, which links Waterfront Park to Olympic Sculpture Park and beyond.
Walk between steel raised gardens filled with thousands of plants on the wooden Boardwalk, which includes unique lighting elements to help guide your way through flowers and habitat.
Promenade Restrooms open 8am - 7pm near Pier 58.
Public Restrooms
Open daily 8am – 7pm
Located between Union and University streets adjacent to Pier 58, this public restroom features six private, all-gender stalls, including accessible options for baby changing and handwashing.
Designed with open-air elements, it maintains excellent sightlines and a connection to the waterfront, while the polycarbonate canopy offers filtered light and a lantern-like glow at night.
Pro tip: When the stalls lights are white, the restroom stall is available. When the lights are red, the stall is in-use.
Friends of Waterfront Park staffs the restrooms with a full-time concierge while our partners at Seattle Center will provide daily maintenance and safety to ensure a great experience for visitors.
Photo by Jason Merges courtesy Friends of Waterfront Park
Permanant Art Installations
Art Installations at Waterfront Park are curated and coordinated by City of Seattle.
- Migration Stage by Buster Simpson
- To Our Teachers deqʷaled (Houseposts) by Oscar Tuazon
- Looking At All Tomorrows ʔəslaʔlabəd kʷədi bəḱʷdadatu by Randi Purser (Suquamish Tribe),
- Honoring Our Muckleshoot Warriors by Tyson Simmons (Muckleshoot Indian Tribe) and Keith Stevenson (Muckleshoot Indian Tribe)
- Joshua Green Fountain by George Tsutakawa
Coming Soon:
- Family by Qwalsius-Shaun Peterson (Puyallup Tribe)
Colorful blooms add life and vibrancy to the waterfront path. Photo courtesy of the City of Seattle.
Photo of new park benches along the promenade by Tim Rice. Courtesy of the City of Seattle.
New greenery and natural boulders bring a touch of the wild to the cityscape. Photo courtesy of the City of Seattle.
Gardens & Seating
Gardens
Stroll through thousands of native plantings that stretch from Pioneer Square to Overlook Walk.
The plantings gracefully transition from different zones, from native habitat areas to ornamental flowers and trees. This gradual change as you move through the promenade creates a dynamic, ever-changing landscape that mirrors the region’s natural diversity.
Stewarded by our dedicated partners at Seattle Center, these gardens offer a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
Seating
Relax and take in the views with a variety of seating options throughout the promenade. Benches formed from recovered old-growth cedar offer places to rest, and moveable tables and chairs make it easy to gather with friends and loved ones.
Upcoming Promenade Events
Read Our Boardwalk Bulletin
Waterfront Park Promenade
Murals by Sarah Folden (Cowlitz) found on our Promenade Pop-up kiosks. Photo by Growing Boy Media.
Photo of the Park Promenade boardwalk and new plantings. Courtesy of the City of Seattle.
Photo of new park benches along the promenade by Tim Rice. Courtesy of the City of Seattle.
Griselda of Luna's Jewelry and Accessories attending to customers at her shop. Photo by Growing Boy Media.
Seattle Aquarium's Ocean Pavilion on the Waterfront Promenade
Beautiful native flowers on Waterfront Promenade
