Experience · Redmond

Marymoor Park Stroll & Hot Chicken

Spend a vibrant afternoon exploring the vast Marymoor Park, enjoying its many features from fields to the dog park. Then, grab a budget-friendly lunch with some spicy hot chicken. Conclude your outing with a leisurely browse through Redmond Town Center for some window shopping.

A 3.5-hour Redmond afternoon plan for friends — Marymoor Park, Dave's Hot Chicken, Redmond Town Center.

Duration: 3h 30m
Cost: $10–$25
Stops: 3 stops
Area: Southeast Redmond + 1 more
Walking: Moderate walking · Total 0.9-mile driving route
Best time: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for: Friends · Solo · Couples

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The plan

1Marymoor Park(1 hr 30 min)→
2Dave's Hot Chicken(45 min)→
3Redmond Town Center(1 hr 15 min)

Why this plan works

The 3 stops cover about 0.9 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Redmond instead of crossing town between them. Marymoor Park is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Redmond Town Center — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to friends, solo, and couples who want a planned Redmond outing without improvising between stops.

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The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

1
1h 30m
Marymoor Park
Outdoors · Southeast Redmond
684-acre park featuring a spacious off-leash dog area, climbing wall, soccer fields & concerts.
What to do — Explore the 684-acre park, featuring walking trails, green fields, and a spacious off-leash dog area.
Scout Side Quest
Spot a dog in the park and agree on what its high-powered human job would be.
0.7 mi · 14 min walk or 5 min drive
Then Drive a short distance for a quick and affordable lunch.
2
45 min
Dave's Hot Chicken
Food & Drink · Downtown
What to do — Choose your spice level and enjoy a tasty chicken sandwich or tenders without breaking the bank.
0.2 mi · 4 min walk or 3 min drive
Then Take a short walk to Redmond Town Center for some browsing.
3
Optional 1h 15m
Redmond Town Center
Shopping · Downtown
2-level outdoor shopping plaza with stores, restaurants, lodging & entertainment.
What to do — Stroll through the open-air mall, browse different shops, and soak in the atmosphere without feeling pressured to buy.
Scout Side Quest
Pick out the most unexpectedly charming item in a shop window and make your case for it.

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Planning this outing

Is this a good Redmond itinerary for friends?: Yes. It's built for friends, solo, and couples and runs about 3 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Marymoor Park.
How long does this outing take?: Plan on 3 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Redmond itinerary cost?: Roughly $10–$25 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?: Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 0.9 miles of walking in total.
Do I need reservations?: No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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