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Sightseeing
Seattle equestrians love this forested park near the city. Bridle Trails State Park, located between Kirkland and Redmond, offers extensive horse trails and a horse-friendly culture. Sometimes called "the wilderness in the city," Bridle Trails is a popular getaway for Seattle and Eastside residents.
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Bridle Trails ríkisparkur
5300 116th Ave NESeattle equestrians love this forested park near the city. Bridle Trails State Park, located between Kirkland and Redmond, offers extensive horse trails and a horse-friendly culture. Sometimes called "the wilderness in the city," Bridle Trails is a popular getaway for Seattle and Eastside residents.
Marymoor Park, located on the north end of Lake Sammamish in Redmond, Washington, is King County's largest, oldest, and most popular park, with more than 3 million annual visitors coming to roam its 640 acres (2.6 km2).[1] Among recreational activities available are various sports facilities, rock climbing, a 40-acre off-leash dog park[3] and a velodrome.[4] It is also one end of the Sammamish River Trail, a biking and walking trail.[5] In addition, a radio control aircraft flying field and a pet memorial garden are within the park's boundaries.
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Marymoor Park
6046 West Lake Sammamish Parkway NortheastMarymoor Park, located on the north end of Lake Sammamish in Redmond, Washington, is King County's largest, oldest, and most popular park, with more than 3 million annual visitors coming to roam its 640 acres (2.6 km2).[1] Among recreational activities available are various sports facilities, rock climbing, a 40-acre off-leash dog park[3] and a velodrome.[4] It is also one end of the Sammamish River Trail, a biking and walking trail.[5] In addition, a radio control aircraft flying field and a pet memorial garden are within the park's boundaries.
No doubt about it, everything's better when done on the edge of a sparkling lake. Kirkland has miles and miles of waterfront, and along the shoreline, an abundance of choice when it comes to waterside eateries. Waterfront restaurants dole out fresh seafood and seasonal fare, plus stunning views facing due west towards the Olympic Mountain range, Seattle, and stunning sunsets. Some venues have become Kirkland icons throughout the years, like Anthony’s Homeport Kirkland and the Woodmark Hotel’s newly re-vamped Beach Café and sidekick, the Living Room Bar and patio.
Whether you're downtown near Marina Park and the boutiques, wine bars and galleries on Lake Street, or in the northern neighborhood of Juanita near Juanita Beach or the bird watching trails of Juanita Bay, you’ll find great spots at which to savor Kirkland’s rich flavors. Beach vibes prevail near the sand volleyball courts at Houghton Beach and the The Beach House. Gorgeous views of the Olympic Mountains, stunning sunsets and front row seats to the comings and goings of yachts at Carillon Point’s Marina await you at the elegant Como where you can arrange for the sleek retro Como Boat to whisk you from Seattle’s South Lake Union across Lake Washington, libation in hand, for an exquisite Italian dinner.
Waterfront Place at Yarrow Bay
No doubt about it, everything's better when done on the edge of a sparkling lake. Kirkland has miles and miles of waterfront, and along the shoreline, an abundance of choice when it comes to waterside eateries. Waterfront restaurants dole out fresh seafood and seasonal fare, plus stunning views facing due west towards the Olympic Mountain range, Seattle, and stunning sunsets. Some venues have become Kirkland icons throughout the years, like Anthony’s Homeport Kirkland and the Woodmark Hotel’s newly re-vamped Beach Café and sidekick, the Living Room Bar and patio.
Whether you're downtown near Marina Park and the boutiques, wine bars and galleries on Lake Street, or in the northern neighborhood of Juanita near Juanita Beach or the bird watching trails of Juanita Bay, you’ll find great spots at which to savor Kirkland’s rich flavors. Beach vibes prevail near the sand volleyball courts at Houghton Beach and the The Beach House. Gorgeous views of the Olympic Mountains, stunning sunsets and front row seats to the comings and goings of yachts at Carillon Point’s Marina await you at the elegant Como where you can arrange for the sleek retro Como Boat to whisk you from Seattle’s South Lake Union across Lake Washington, libation in hand, for an exquisite Italian dinner.
Seattle Center is an arts, educational, tourism and entertainment center in Seattle, Washington, United States. Spanning an area of 74 acres (30 ha), it was originally built for the 1962 World's Fair. Its landmark feature is the 605 ft (184 m) tall Space Needle, which at the time of its completion was the tallest building west of the Mississippi River. Seattle Center is located just north of Belltown in the Uptown neighborhood.
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Seattle Center
305 Harrison StSeattle Center is an arts, educational, tourism and entertainment center in Seattle, Washington, United States. Spanning an area of 74 acres (30 ha), it was originally built for the 1962 World's Fair. Its landmark feature is the 605 ft (184 m) tall Space Needle, which at the time of its completion was the tallest building west of the Mississippi River. Seattle Center is located just north of Belltown in the Uptown neighborhood.
The 512-acre park is one of the most popular destinations in King County. Features include three large picnic shelter areas, two beaches with enclosed swimming areas, kayak and stand-up paddle board rentals, a summer concession stand, two outdoor playgrounds, sand volleyball courts, boat ramp access to Lake Sammamish, an officially recognized great blue heron rookery, 1.5 miles of hiking and biking trails and access to the East Lake Sammamish Trail.
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Lake Sammamish
The 512-acre park is one of the most popular destinations in King County. Features include three large picnic shelter areas, two beaches with enclosed swimming areas, kayak and stand-up paddle board rentals, a summer concession stand, two outdoor playgrounds, sand volleyball courts, boat ramp access to Lake Sammamish, an officially recognized great blue heron rookery, 1.5 miles of hiking and biking trails and access to the East Lake Sammamish Trail.
Snoqualmie Falls is a 268-foot waterfall in the northwest United States, located east of Seattle on the Snoqualmie River between Snoqualmie and Fall City, Washington. It is one of Washington's most popular scenic attractions and is known internationally for its appearance in the cult television series Twin Peaks.
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Snoqualmie-foss
6501 Railroad AveSnoqualmie Falls is a 268-foot waterfall in the northwest United States, located east of Seattle on the Snoqualmie River between Snoqualmie and Fall City, Washington. It is one of Washington's most popular scenic attractions and is known internationally for its appearance in the cult television series Twin Peaks.
Food scene
Intimate, unhurried, and accessible. Woodinville is where wine lovers from around the globe gather to taste Washington's legends and discover new favorites.
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Woodinville Visitors Center
13590 Northeast Village Square DriveIntimate, unhurried, and accessible. Woodinville is where wine lovers from around the globe gather to taste Washington's legends and discover new favorites.
Redmond Town Center features two-level retail with over 120 stores, 20 restaurants, three hotels, 6 fitness studios, healthcare, arts and entertainment.
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Redmond Town Center
7525 166th Ave NERedmond Town Center features two-level retail with over 120 stores, 20 restaurants, three hotels, 6 fitness studios, healthcare, arts and entertainment.
McDonald's
8515 124th Ave NEFast food
Safeway
17246 Redmond WayGrocery store
Trader Joe's
15932 Redmond WayGrocery store
Whole Foods Market sells products free from hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
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Whole Foods Market
888 116th Ave NEWhole Foods Market sells products free from hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
City/town information
Redmond is a city in King County, Washington, United States, located 15 miles east of Seattle. The population was 73,256 at the 2020 census, up from 54,144 in 2010. Redmond is best known as the home of Microsoft and Nintendo of America.
With an annual bike race on city streets and the state's only velodrome, Redmond is also known as the "Bicycle Capital of the Northwest"
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Redmond
Redmond is a city in King County, Washington, United States, located 15 miles east of Seattle. The population was 73,256 at the 2020 census, up from 54,144 in 2010. Redmond is best known as the home of Microsoft and Nintendo of America.
With an annual bike race on city streets and the state's only velodrome, Redmond is also known as the "Bicycle Capital of the Northwest"
The city's downtown waterfront has restaurants, art galleries, a performing arts center, public parks, beaches, and a collection of public art, primarily bronze sculptures.
Kirkland was the original home of the Seattle Seahawks; the NFL team's headquarters and training facility were located at the Lake Washington Shipyard (now Carillon Point) along Lake Washington for their first ten seasons (1976–85), then at nearby Northwest University through 2007. Warehouse chain Costco previously had its headquarters in Kirkland. While Costco is now headquartered in Issaquah, the city is the namesake of its "Kirkland Signature" store brand.
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Kirkland
The city's downtown waterfront has restaurants, art galleries, a performing arts center, public parks, beaches, and a collection of public art, primarily bronze sculptures.
Kirkland was the original home of the Seattle Seahawks; the NFL team's headquarters and training facility were located at the Lake Washington Shipyard (now Carillon Point) along Lake Washington for their first ten seasons (1976–85), then at nearby Northwest University through 2007. Warehouse chain Costco previously had its headquarters in Kirkland. While Costco is now headquartered in Issaquah, the city is the namesake of its "Kirkland Signature" store brand.
Bellevue is a city in Washington state, across Lake Washington from Seattle. Downtown Park has a large lawn, gardens and a waterfall. Nearby, the Bellevue Arts Museum features craft and design exhibitions, plus a sculpture garden. The Bellevue Botanical Garden highlights Pacific Northwest plants, and includes woodlands and wetlands. KidsQuest Children’s Museum has interactive science, tech and art exhibitions.
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Bellevue
Bellevue is a city in Washington state, across Lake Washington from Seattle. Downtown Park has a large lawn, gardens and a waterfall. Nearby, the Bellevue Arts Museum features craft and design exhibitions, plus a sculpture garden. The Bellevue Botanical Garden highlights Pacific Northwest plants, and includes woodlands and wetlands. KidsQuest Children’s Museum has interactive science, tech and art exhibitions.