I-5 Colonnade, Seattle

Name: I-5 Colonnade
Address: E Howe St. & Franklin Ave. E, Seattle, 98102, United States
Telephone: (206) 684-4075

#94 among attractions in Seattle

Park, Relax in park

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Facts and practical information

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. Garfield Street between Franklin Avenue E. and Lakeview Boulevard E. It was created in 2005. ()

Elevation: 141 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 47°38'7"N, 122°19'23"W

Address

E Howe St. & Franklin Ave. ECapitol Hill (Broadway)Seattle 98102 United States

Contact

(206) 684-4075

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Day trips

I-5 Colonnade – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lake Union, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Volunteer Park, Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee.

0.6 miNW
Scenic waters for recreational boating
Lake Union, Seattle
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, Lake Union stands as a shimmering centerpiece, a hub of maritime activity and urban life. This freshwater lake is flanked by bustling neighborhoods, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and city convenience.
0.5 miSE
Asian art in a 1930s art deco building
Seattle Asian Art Museum, Seattle
14 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...
0.5 miSE
Park, Playground, Observation decks and towers
Volunteer Park, Seattle
13 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...
~1820 ftE
Memorial
Graves of Bruce and Brandon Lee, Seattle
9 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...
0.8 miSW
Museum, Boat or ferry
Arthur Foss, Seattle
21 min walk • Arthur Foss, built in 1889 as Wallowa at Portland, Oregon, is likely the oldest wooden tugboat afloat in the world. Its 79-year commercial service life began with towing sailing ships over the Columbia River bar, and ended with hauling bundled log rafts on the Strait of Juan de Fuca in 1968.
~1300 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle
7 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.
~1910 ftSW
Bridge
Fairview Avenue North Bridge, Seattle
10 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 miE
Reportedly haunted, Cemetery
Lake View Cemetery, Seattle
10 min walk • 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.
0.4 miS
Park
Lakeview Place, Seattle
11 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
Museum, Ship
Duwamish, Seattle
21 min walk • Duwamish was one of the most powerful fireboats in the United States several times over her 75-year working life. She is the second oldest vessel designed to fight fires in the US, after Edward M. Cotter, in Buffalo, New York.
0.4 miSE
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Volunteer Park Conservatory, Seattle
10 min walk • The Volunteer Park Conservatory is a botanical garden, conservatory, and Seattle landmark located in Seattle, Washington at the north end of Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is I-5 Colonnade open?

I-5 Colonnade is open:

Monday 4 am - 11:30 pm
Tuesday 4 am - 11:30 pm
Wednesday 4 am - 11:30 pm
Thursday 4 am - 11:30 pm
Friday 4 am - 11:30 pm
Saturday 4 am - 11:30 pm
Sunday 4 am - 11:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to I-5 Colonnade?

Nearby attractions include Streissguth Gardens, Seattle (3 min walk), Adventuress, Seattle (6 min walk), St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle (7 min walk), Zodiac, Seattle (7 min walk).

How to get to I-5 Colonnade by public transport?

The nearest stations to I-5 Colonnade:

Bus

E Aloha St & Broadway E • Lines: 9 (16 min walk)
E Roy St & Broadway E • Lines: 9 (18 min walk)

Tram

Fairview & Campus Drive • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (18 min walk)
Lake Union Park • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (23 min walk)

Light rail

Capitol Hill • Lines: 1 (29 min walk)
University of Washington • Lines: 1 (35 min walk)