Plan Your Stay

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THE ROAD LESS TAKEN

Explore The Many Highways & Bi-ways

Take advantage of the abundance of local restaurants, activities, and hotels near Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden. The region around our garden is known as Seattle Southside and includes the cities of SeaTac, Tukwila and Des Moines. With the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport right here in our backyard and downtown Seattle just a short light rail ride away — you’ve got access to it all.

Rest Your head

Stay Where You Play

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Locate a hotel that has everything you need in the perfect location.

With so much to explore in the area, make the most of your time with a great night of sleep.

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ALL ABOUT Town

Getting Out & Around

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With three light rail stations in Seattle Southside, there’s bound to be one near you! The closest Link Light Rail station to Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden is the Tukwila International Boulevard Station, located just over two miles away. Downtown Seattle is minutes away! Need your own wheels? Our convenient location near the airport means there’s lots of car rental options available.

FOOD & DRINK

Happy Hours & Late Nights

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Need family friendly or outdoor dining? Group dining or wine tasting? There are loads of fast-food options on International Blvd minutes away from the garden. For unique options, Spice Bridge, The Pancake Chef, 13 Coins and Copperleaf Restaurant are all distinctly PNW locations. For exotic options, try African, Japanese, Mexican and Thai. No matter your tastebuds, you’ll find flavors that make you say “Yum!”

SOUTHSIDE PASS

Explore & Save

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Want to save while you explore? Get deals on attractions, restaurants and more with the Seattle Southside Savings Pass.

Looking for more to do? Find something curiously wonderful and check out our Event Calendar.

Nearby Activities & Attractions:

The Seattle Southside region is abundant with gardens and natural beauty. If you have a few days, consider visiting more of our lush gardens. This Garden Lovers’ three-day itinerary will guide you around to some of the most impressive gardens in the region.

Need something to do before or after visiting the gardens?

There are so many things to do nearby we can’t list them all, below are a few favorites.

Want to find even more?

Visit SeattleSouthside.com to find more resources.

Looking for that perfect souvenir, a thoughtful gift, the item you forgot or just something special? Visit Westfield Southcenter, just a seven-minute drive away, the largest shopping center in the Northwest.
Museum of Flight: Learn about the history of flight from the earliest days through the space age and today at this world-class museum.
iFLY Indoor Skydiving: Skydive without a parachute in this unique experience that allows you to take flight without jumping out of a plane.
Family Fun Center: Great fun for kids of all ages, this place has everything: go-karts, batting cages, an arcade, bowling, rides, and more!
Starfire Sports: Whether you’re here to catch a Sounders or Reign soccer practice, take in some Seawolves rugby, or play your own match on the pitch, this unique facility has both indoor and outdoor fields to enjoy.
Des Moines Beach Park: Take a scenic walk through the great outdoors at this local favorite beach. No matter the time of year, you can enjoy gorgeous views and one of the best sunsets around.
Seattle Southside Scenes Trail: Explore history, art, and culture in our neighborhood with the Scenes Trail, a guided tour of cultural hotspots and points of interest in Seattle Southside. It’s free to sign up, and completing the trail can earn you a prize!