Hidden Spaces/Public Places

Hidden Spaces/Public Places is an architecture tour of downtown Seattle, and it kicks off at the Seattle Convention Center on Friday, October 9, at 10 AM. The whole point is to look at the public parks, plazas, and open spaces scattered across the downtown core—the kind of spots you probably walk past every day without really noticing.

It's an architecture tour, so the focus is on how these spaces are built and how they function as public land in the middle of the city. You'll be visiting hidden public parks, plazas, and open spaces throughout downtown, seeing them as designed environments rather than just gaps between buildings. If you've ever wondered why a certain plaza is laid out the way it is, or where some of the city's quieter outdoor spots are tucked away, this is exactly that.

Since it's a walking tour, you'll be on your feet and moving through the city, so come prepared for a morning of walking. The tour starts at the Seattle Convention Center, and from there you'll head out to see those parks and plazas firsthand. It's a good way to spend a Friday morning if you're into urban design or just want to see a different side of the downtown you already know.

Tickets are $27.50, and the tour starts at 10 AM on Friday, October 9, at the Seattle Convention Center.