MV Westward, Seattle

Name: MV Westward
Address: Historic Ships Wharf at Center for Wooden Boats & MOHAI - 1010 Valley St, Seattle, United States

#176 among attractions in Seattle

Ship, Boat or ferry

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MV Westward is an 86-foot motor yacht, "arguably Seattle’s most famous motor yacht," originally constructed in 1924 by Ted Geary for inventor Campbell Church, Sr. and currently owned by Bill Bailey. Her home port is Friday Harbor, Washington and she is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. ()

Built: 1924 (100 years ago)Coordinates: 47°37'41"N, 122°20'2"W

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Historic Ships Wharf at Center for Wooden Boats & MOHAI - 1010 Valley StCascade (South Lake Union)Seattle United States

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MV Westward – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lake Union Park, Chihuly Garden and Glass, Memorial Stadium, Capitol Hill.

~1200 ftSW
Park, Lake
Lake Union Park, Seattle
6 min walk • Nestled at the heart of Seattle, Lake Union Park is a lush urban oasis that offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. This 12-acre park, located at the southern end of Lake Union, is a beloved green space where residents and tourists alike can indulge in a...
0.9 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle
24 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is a dazzling museum that showcases the extraordinary glass art of renowned artist Dale Chihuly. This stunning attraction is a testament to the fusion of art and nature, providing visitors with an...
0.8 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Memorial Stadium, Seattle
22 min walk • Memorial Stadium, nestled in the bustling heart of Seattle, United States, serves as a testament to the city's deep-seated love for sports and communal gatherings. This revered sports venue, though not as widely recognized as some of the city's other landmarks, plays a...
0.8 miE
Gay village
Capitol Hill, Seattle
21 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.
~770 ftW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museum of History and Industry, Seattle
4 min walk • The Museum of History & Industry is a history museum in the South Lake Union neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States.
~740 ftW
Museum, Boat or ferry
Arthur Foss, Seattle
4 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.
0.7 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle
17 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.
~1870 ftNE
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
Park
Lakeview Place, Seattle
10 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 miW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
McCaw Hall, Seattle
21 min walk • Marion Oliver McCaw Hall is a performing arts hall in Seattle, Washington, United States. Located on the grounds of Seattle Center and owned by the city of Seattle, McCaw Hall's two principal tenants are the Seattle Opera and Pacific Northwest Ballet.
0.6 miSE
Library
Capitol Hill Branch Library, Seattle
17 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 MV Westward?

Nearby attractions include Lotus, Seattle (3 min walk), Arthur Foss, Seattle (4 min walk), Duwamish, Seattle (4 min walk), Northwest Seaport, Seattle (4 min walk).

How to get to MV Westward by public transport?

The nearest stations to MV Westward:

Tram

Fairview & Campus Drive • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (3 min walk)
Lake Union Park • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (5 min walk)

Bus

Fairview Ave N & Valley St • Lines: C (3 min walk)
Valley St & Fairview Ave N • Lines: C (4 min walk)

Train

Seattle Center (23 min walk)
Westlake Center (29 min walk)

Light rail

Capitol Hill • Lines: 1 (23 min walk)
Westlake • Lines: 1 (29 min walk)

Trolleybus

3rd Ave & Virginia St • Lines: 1, 13, 2, 3, 4 (29 min walk)

Ferry

Seattle • Lines: Seattle-Victoria (35 min walk)