Alki Beach

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Top 2% of attractions in Seattle
7 / 10

7 expert reviews

“Though located in the hard-to-reach West Seattle neighborhood, this stretch of sand fills with sunbathers and kite-flyers anytime the temperature breaks 70 degrees.”

– Travel + Leisure

Fodor's Fodor's
"This 2½-mi stretch of sand has views of the Seattle skyline and the Olympic Mountains, and the beachfront promenade is especially popular." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"The closest Seattle gets to SoCal for two months a year."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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"Preserved as a city park, the beach parallels a boardwalk frequented by walkers and joggers in almost any weather." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"West Seattle's sliver of sandy beach is as California as this city gets—with its volleyball courts; bikers and runners cruising down the park's path like they're in Venice." Full review
Where Where
"Seattle’s first European settlers established their homesteads at this scenic West Seattle spot 150 years ago." Full review
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