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Sentinels, Japantown
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Sentinels

  • 5.01 reviews
  • Free

Sentinels are a striking series of outdoor sculptural guardians near the waterfront in Seattle’s historic district, offering quiet, contemplative charm and photogenic viewpoints. Visitors come to admire the art installations, soak in scenic waterfront and sunset views, and enjoy a peaceful stroll—expect accessible paths, informative plaques, and plenty of photo opportunities.

Quick answers

Sentinels in short

When is the best time to visit Sentinels?

It's at its best afternoons and evenings. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Sentinels indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Sentinels?

Seattle, WA 98104.

Right now · 12:45 pm

Why it fits right now

Not one for this hour.

The forecast never quite lines up this week.

In its favour

  • Sun's out
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Outdoors

Worth knowing

  • Feels 45° out there
  • Hours unknown: check before you go

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Mostly clear

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Wind
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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Before you go

Plan your visit

Hours

Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.

Where and how

  1. 1 Sentinels
  2. 2 City Hall Park · 3 min
  3. 3 Kobo Shop & Gallery (at Higo) · 4 min
  4. 4 Flatstick Pub · 4 min
  5. 5 Kobe Terrace · 5 min
Seattle, WA 98104(opens the map)DirectionsTo Japantown

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

5.0from 1 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Sunset views
  • Scenic views
  • Art installations
  • Waterfront

The feel

  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly
  • Couples

Around Japantown

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time