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Bellevue Botanical Garden
4.7(5,684)4.7 out of 5 stars, 5684 reviews Seattle, WA
About Bellevue Botanical Garden
A beautiful, free-admission botanical garden near Seattle offering a peaceful, serene escape for families with scenic trails, a fun suspension bridge, a Japanese garden, and an on-site cafe.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a free, peaceful outdoor activity close to SeattleParents wanting an easy, stroller-friendly nature walkA relaxing weekend family outing with a warm drink at the cafeToddlers and preschoolers (will love the hobbit door and spotting squirrels)School-age children (will enjoy the adventure of the suspension bridge)
Why families love it
- Fun suspension bridge and the loop trail on the other side
- Charming Yao Japanese garden, tea house, and a little hobbit door
- Educational QR codes next to plants and gardens
- On-site cafe serving coffee and hot chocolate
- Abundant birds, squirrels, and plant life
- Suspension bridge
Insider tips
- Wear boots if visiting during less than ideal weather as paths get very muddy
- Scan the QR codes by the plants to learn about the different species
- Leave dogs at home as they are strictly not allowed inside the gardens
- Visit during spring, summer, or fall to see the flowers in full bloom
Good to know before you go
- Visiting in rainy weather without boots or waterproof gear
- Bringing pets (dogs are not allowed)
- Paths can become extremely muddy during rainy weather
- Crowds
- Described as a peaceful, serene, and quiet respite away from the bustle of Seattle
- Value
- Incredible value as the garden is completely free to enter and walk around, with on-site parking available.
- Food
- On-site cafe available serving coffee and hot chocolate
- Accessibility
- Multiple paved paths throughout the garden suitable for strollers
- Safety
- Art installation provides dry shelter during sudden rain
What parents say
"A beautiful park full of birds, squirrels, and plant life. The park was free and closed at dusk. We went on a cloudy day in between bouts of rain, so a lot of the paths were extremely muddy. I suggest wearing boots if you decide to go during less than ideal weather. We went early March, so most things were just starting to bloom. I'm sure it's breathtaking during spring. They have a little Japanese garden and tea house; both were charming. There's a suspension bridge that was quite fun and an art installation that kept us dry when it started raining again. They have QR codes by the plants and "
a month ago
"This place really took my breath away!! It's a must see garden!!! So many beautiful flowers, trees, trails and little statues. Also has bathrooms and a gift shop and coffee. The garden is free to go see and walk around. Also I ran into my favorite Gardner I grew up watching on t.v....Gardening with Cisco! I will never forget this day!"
a week ago
"The gardens are open anytime there is light outside and it is free. No dogs allowed inside the gardens. I am so glad I visited here and came back a second time on my trip. The botanical gardens are stunning and I can only imagine what they look like during the summer and fall. I really enjoyed the suspension bridge and the loop on the other side of the bridge. Aside from the stunning plants and trees, I really enjoyed listening to all the bird noises. The Yao garden and little hobbit door was my favorite area. There are also plenty of benches throughout to sit and enjoy the surroundings. I wis"
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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