Lake View Cemetery, Seattle

Name: Lake View Cemetery
Address: 1554 15th Ave E, Seattle, 98112-2805, United States
Telephone: +1 206-322-1582

#100 among attractions in Seattle

Reportedly haunted, Cemetery

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Facts and practical information

Lake View Cemetery is a private cemetery located in Seattle, Washington, in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, just north of Volunteer Park. Known as "Seattle's Pioneer Cemetery," it is run by an independent, non-profit association. It was founded in 1872 as the Seattle Masonic Cemetery and later renamed for its view of Lake Washington to the east. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1872 (152 years ago)Graves: 40 thous.Coordinates: 47°38'3"N, 122°18'54"W

Address

1554 15th Ave ECapitol Hill (Broadway)Seattle 98112-2805 United States

Contact

+1 206-322-1582

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Day trips

Lake View Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Broadmoor Golf Club, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Volunteer Park, Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee.

1.1 miE
Golf, Event space
Broadmoor Golf Club, Seattle
30 min walk • Nestled in the emerald expanse of Seattle's residential neighborhoods, Broadmoor Golf Club presents a lush retreat for golf aficionados and enthusiasts alike. Established in 1927, this private golf course has been a staple of Seattle's sporting landscape, offering...
~1410 ftS
Asian art in a 1930s art deco building
Seattle Asian Art Museum, Seattle
7 min walk • Nestled in the verdant expanse of Seattle's Volunteer Park, the Seattle Asian Art Museum is a cultural gem that beckons art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This museum is dedicated to the rich artistic heritage of Asia, showcasing an impressive collection that...
~1850 ftS
Park, Playground, Observation decks and towers
Volunteer Park, Seattle
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood, Volunteer Park stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape. This 48.3-acre park, with its lush lawns, vibrant flower beds, and serene pathways, offers a tranquil retreat for city dwellers...
~250 ftSW
Memorial
Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee, Seattle
2 min walk • Nestled within the serene Lake View Cemetery in Seattle, Washington, lie the graves of martial arts legend Bruce Lee and his son, actor Brandon Lee. This tranquil resting place for the father and son has become a pilgrimage site for fans from around the globe, paying...
0.7 miS
Gay village
Capitol Hill, Seattle
19 min walk • Capitol Hill is a densely populated residential district in Seattle, Washington, United States. One of the city's most popular nightlife and entertainment districts, it is home to a historic gay village and vibrant counterculture community.
1.2 miS
Park, Playground, Baseball field
Cal Anderson Park, Seattle
31 min walk • Cal Anderson Park is a public park on Seattle, Washington's Capitol Hill that includes Lincoln Reservoir and Bobby Morris Playfield.
~1680 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle
9 min walk • St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle, Washington, is the seat of the bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia. St. Mark's was founded as a mission church of Trinity Parish Church.
0.6 miW
Bridge
Fairview Avenue North Bridge, Seattle
17 min walk • The Fairview Avenue North Bridge is a road bridge in the Eastlake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States, crossing a shallow arm of Lake Union. The original timber-pile bridge was built in 1948 and expanded with a concrete span in 1963. Both bridges were replaced by a new span that opened in 2021.
0.4 miW
Park
I-5 Colonnade, Seattle
10 min walk • I-5 Colonnade in Seattle, Washington, United States, is a 7.5-acre city park underneath Interstate 5 connecting the Capitol Hill and Eastlake neighborhoods, which were divided by the freeway in the 1960s. It stretches south of E. Howe Street to E.
0.6 miSW
Park
Lakeview Place, Seattle
16 min walk • Lakeview Place is a 185-square-foot park in Seattle, Washington. According to the city parks department as of 2013, it was the smallest park in Seattle.
0.8 miSW
Library
Capitol Hill Branch Library, Seattle
22 min walk • The Capitol Hill Branch is a branch of the Seattle Public Library in the Capitol Hill, Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, US. The original library, located at Harvard Avenue and Republican Street, opened in 1954 and was named the Susan J. Henry Branch at the request of its benefactor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lake View Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee, Seattle (2 min walk), Volunteer Park Conservatory, Seattle (4 min walk), Louisa Boren Park, Seattle (5 min walk), Grand Army of the Republic Cemetery, Seattle (5 min walk).

How to get to Lake View Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lake View Cemetery:

Bus

E Aloha St & Broadway E • Lines: 9 (15 min walk)
24th Ave E & Boyer Ave E • Lines: 48 (16 min walk)

Tram

Fairview & Campus Drive • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (24 min walk)
Broadway & Denny • Lines: First Hill Streetcar (30 min walk)

Light rail

Capitol Hill • Lines: 1 (28 min walk)
University of Washington • Lines: 1 (31 min walk)