West Seattle, home of the famous Alki Beach, holds some of the most grand views of Downtown Seattle in the city.

Those who stroll down the well kept beach-front walk can take their pick of views - Million dollar condominiums mixed in with turn of the century houses on one side of the street; a sandy beach, volleyball, and a panoramic views of downtown on the other.

Find the quaint Alki lighthouse at the end of the walkway at the intersection of Alki Avenue and Beach Drive, but don't stop your walk there! Beach drive offers landscapes and interesting houses of its own to explore.

Above the beach lives a small town with all the amenities needed and the beautiful houses hidden among the hills range from contemporary to northwest classic to traditional.

Watch a different amazing display of color that feels like it is presented just for you every evening of the year as the sun sets in the west. For some reason the weather is always just a tad bit warmer as you turn the corner around Alki Point - a mini rain shadow. This is truly a magical place.