Fremont Troll

9437 reviews

North 36th Street, Troll Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103

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Fremont Troll is a Tourist attraction located at North 36th Street, Troll Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103. It has received 9437 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Fremont Troll: North 36th Street, Troll Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103

  • Fremont Troll has 4.5 stars from 9437 reviews

  • Tourist attraction

  • "Visited before"

    "If you’re in this area of Seattle visiting, this is a cute place to visit"

    "Encapsulates the troll-under-the-bridge story from your childhood for children and adults a-like"

    "Walked up the hill to the Troll at 7pm for Trolloween"

    "My family lives in Fremont and when I mentioned I wanted to visit it during my recent first trip to Seattle, we all decided to take a short walk there"

Reviews

  • Andres Silva

Visited before. It's an okay place. I feel like it needs something new. I don't know may build a stand for people to place their phone, on or in, who visit by themselves or just want to take a group picture and not leave no one out. That way, the phone can have a dedicated stand to take that picture without worries of it falling and breaking the screen, which is next to impossible for me to take these pictures. I was worried that someone could steal my phone if I left it out too long. Love the place. I just feel like it may need something extra to add that cherry on top
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
10–30 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Holly Gosdin

If you’re in this area of Seattle visiting, this is a cute place to visit. However, you may encounter uncomfortable people around you, so just be cautious and aware of your surroundings. If you want free parking, there’s some on Fremont Avenue. You may need to drive around for a little bit or park further away to find a spot (depends on the day and time of your visit). I typed in 3615 Fremont Avenue North, Seattle to get the directions to the area of where to park. There’s also shops in this location if you’re wanting to check out other things to do while visiting the troll.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Randall King

Encapsulates the troll-under-the-bridge story from your childhood for children and adults a-like. Interesting from many perspectives, historical, artistically or socially, you can come here any time any day and there will be others checking it out. As a local it's become kind of blasé and it's weird to me when friends from out of town want to come see it, but everyone always enjoys the trip and there's plenty within walking distance to see from Fremont Brewing to gas works park and the views of lake union therein. A long time Seattle tradition and staple, can't fathom it going anywhere.

  • :**:Fairy Princess Lolly:**:

Walked up the hill to the Troll at 7pm for Trolloween. This was the first time I've ever done that and it was awesome. They had a Lantern Forest where you could go and just pick out a lantern (all made by volunteers) and use it in the parade/keep it. The Fremont Arts Council put a huge crown on the Troll (it was his 33rd Bday), and there were Morris Dancers, a Masque of the Red Death by the Fremont Players and Drumming and Dancing (I wish I could remember the name of that group). The vibes were fun and cool and the drummers under the overpass had wicked acoustics.

  • Alex Santiago

My family lives in Fremont and when I mentioned I wanted to visit it during my recent first trip to Seattle, we all decided to take a short walk there. I live in the South End in Boston, which I consider one of the coolest neighborhoods in the country, but I was impressed with the charm of Fremont overall. This troll added to that level of charm I felt. It’s a great spot for a photo opportunity, and the troll is itself is impressive. My fiancé thinks I’m crazy, but the lighting during our visit around sunset produced a shadow that looks to me like the face of a young boy.

  • L T

Fun little feature to find up in Fremont! Highly recommend going there at least once. There’s even a cute little garden nearby that also has a wishing statue you can visit ❤️ check out the burger shop at the bottom of the bridge from the troll statue while you’re at it. Totally making this my spouse’s and mine date spot ✨ Parking tip: there’s paid parking at the bottom of the bridge, can’t quite remember the street name. You could also try street parking if you’re comfortable with parallel parking. Just be prepared to walk up those hills!

  • Brittany Cole

The Fremont Troll is an iconic landmark that perfectly captures the whimsical and creative spirit of Seattle. This larger-than-life sculpture is an absolute delight to behold, with its playful and imaginative design. Whether you're a local or a visitor, a visit to the Fremont Troll is a must for anyone seeking a unique and memorable experience that truly embodies the artistic essence of the city.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Samantha Wesselink

It is such a neat little (big) thing to check out! Get photos with it! It's definitely a Seattle "icon" everyone should see at least once! I took my dogs into Seattle with me (I live a little north) and brought them here (they were "tourists" with me all day) and even took a walk around the neighborhood. It was nice! I come to Fremont usually for the food, but this was a nice stop too!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Jeremy Buenneke

This is one of the coolest experiences ever My 3-year-old has not stopped talking about this for a week now He's so excited about this troll it's all he can think about they should market this and sell troll dolls because we would buy one so it's one of the funnest things you can do when you're in Seattle if you have young kids they will love it and it's just amazing that it's just there and hasn't been destroyed after all these years so fun

  • Anthony Popelar

The secret to visiting the Fremont troll is managing expectations. It's just a heavily worn concrete troll under a bridge. Nothing more, nothing less. It's fun to see but don't visit just for the troll. Definitely explore around as there are lots of fun shops and other interesting landmarks in the area.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Denres

Very big, very creepy, and an absolute joy for the local children. they were climbing all over it and I just watched amused at the wonder in their eyes. eventually I climbed up on it's head and found some pigeons just chilling. Even the animals like climbing on it lol. good place with very zen vibes.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Wilson Tsang

TLDR: it’s fine but don’t come out of your way to see it The Fremont troll is an icon in Seattle but honestly it’s just whatever. You can go see it and take two pictures but that’s about it. Don’t go out of your way all the way up here to see it, if you’re near gas works park then it’s a few minutes drive away.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • L Vu

Street art at its finest I don't know anything about it, other than it exists and was a must see on the list of things to do. Parking is hard or procure, so be patient and understanding do not run over the pedestrians that will invariably cross your path. Take some time and explore the fairy forest too.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Sindu

Cool statue under the bridge, easy to find and there is plenty of street parking nearby. It’s free of charge plus there is also a cool turtle statue nearby. It’s usually never crowded. Would recommend stopping by this place if you are nearby, not a must do tho.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Brian Tarbell

I was nice to get out of downtown. Was in a good-looking, safe neighborhood. I was surprised that it wasn't all spray painted on. Took a bunch of good pictures. We went a little before sunset and made our way to Gas Works Park for some sunset photos. All on the metro for a $8 day pass.
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Kristen

The popular Fremont Troll! Parking is a premium here, but there is an easy walk to it. In 2023 it had been spruced up a bit and the Troll forest is under construction. Definately add this to your adventures while in Seattle! Please be mindful of your trash and pack it out what you packed in
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Susan Martinson

Never have made the trip to visit this famous troll We happen be near him, so we decided to check him out. So thrilled we did. It was pretty cool. We also took our dogs for a walk around the trail. Made a special wish over the turtle ✨️ Most likely, we will try to see him again! Be patient with parking , it is a bit tricky. It is very easy to find.

  • Jim White

For an unusual picture, this is the place. Apparently some work is being done it at the time of our visit so not as nice as it usually is. Not much parking near the troll .... and that is a real VW in his grasp! Friends from Texas pictures.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Ms Carey

Fun little spot to stop by and check out if you're in the area. Finding parking can be tricky though so if it's super out of your way, I wouldn't recommended. Fun for pictures and great view of bridge, plus there's a "troll" park too
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Jenna G

Though it was very busy when we went this was still a fun experience. Be prepared to wait as there were many people crawling up and posing him both times we went. The BEST part is heading up the hill to water the magical tortoise!!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
10–30 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Jonathan L

The troll looked into my soul. Adjacent to the Troll, there is the Troll's Knoll, where there is a trail, a community garden, and a large stone turtle statue. The statue is covered with moss, and across from it, there is a rain water barrel and a small pail. People are encouraged to water the turtle to make the moss grow.
Visited on
Weekday

  • Rohan Sunrunner

Never been here till yesterday.. worth the scooter ride. An oh wow. In person it is allot more amazing. Wonderment galore... Work was being done to the trolls sidewalk into troll knob. But still awesome..
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Lindsay Smith

Pretty cool experience, for as many times as I've been to Seattle this was always on my list to see but didn't make the cut. You have to see it at least once! Everyone was nice enough to allow you a turn so the wait wasn't long at all.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Eric Huemmer

Fun little jaunt that's free and a real gem in the community. Small path through a community garden and two art installations: the big ol' troll and a wishing turtle. It's not a big park but I thought it was worth the trip as it led to further explore the local community and businesses, which ended up being a delight.

  • Danny Tram

05/25/23: what a terrific and awesome Fremont troll. Thanks to the local artists for building this incredible art so that we can visit and be proud of its uniqueness to the visitors. There is also a small troll’s park nearby for your extra visit and I found a small turtle inside there too. Would love to be back …

  • Kevin Techmeier (Mein Seoul)

Cool place to bring the tourists to see something unique. Always a trip at night, but we did the day trip this time. Looks like it's under some construction right now as the stairs were blocked off.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Linda Rounds

What a fun, out of the way place to visit and take pictures. It isn't the easiest place to get to and then park. We lucked out because there was a space next to the troll. I hope everyone visiting has the same luck. Have fun!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Theresa Plafcan

It's really worth your time to visit the troll! It wasn't crowded & everyone was considerate about taking turns to get photos. There's also a neat little garden area to walk through.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Chloe Ghormley

It's a cool site to see! I haven't been here for over a decade, and it has been cleaned up. This is a residential neighborhood and an active street, so definitely be mindful when parking and crossing the street. It was super busy with people. Parking was extremely limited. We went on a Sunday around 2 pm.

  • Kale Fousha

Wanted to see this for a long time and when I finally got to see it, it was very cool. There's not much to do other than take photos of it, but that's not a problem. The troll itself is so big there's a Volkswagon Beetle under his hand. Down the hill there's a boardwalk next to the water with cool views.

  • Miel Rim

It was so big and so unexpected. We couldn't see the turtle because they were doing construction in the area. Hard to find parking... it's literally in a neighborhood.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Angelina Huang

A cool place to visit! My friends and I accidentally went pass it, and found the view under the bridge was so amazing and spectacular! We took bus there, so the spot is easy to get by public transportation. There are stairs that bring you to another trail, and I am gonna try it next time!

  • john brinkley

Cool little spot if you’re exploring the city! Plus a scene from one of my favorite movies was filmed here so I had to make a stop. - 10 things I hate about you -
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Jennifer López

This place is only for the troll. The park is not that beautiful or big to have a picnic, so don't go only for this, have more plans on Freemont to enjoy more.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Jonathan K

Heard about this from a local tour I was on. It's definitely worth the look. Funnier than all heck. No more dealers there, just people taking pics
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Raymond Mangum

Fun little place. Awesome beatification area. There is a little troll garden to walk through too, which made it even more exciting.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Nataanni Owlfeathers

Cool historical site to visit but was a lot of people that day! I’d go again I hear there’s a wishing turtle near or behind it!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Blue Ribbon

CAUTION: tread carefully under this bridge. The troll may look friendly but it’s appetite can overcome his docile personality.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Zack Schneider

It’s a brilliant public works project. I love to see the city rally around local artists. The story goes that after the bridge was erected in 1932 there have been troll sightings under the Aurora Bridge since. Hence the street being named

  • Jane Illario

Neat landmark but a little overhyped. Big! Always busy on the weekend, and a great 5 minute stop for tourists, but that’s really it. Underwhelming but a neat stop if you’re already in Fremont for brunch or coffee. Very sandy in the area.

  • Austin McMullin

Visit a piece of Seattle (in Fremont). Nothing too exciting, but it's famous 'round these parts. It's also the inspiration for the mascot of the Seattle Kraken hockey team. Seattle has some of the most interesting art in the nation. More

  • Shari Straight

The Fremont Troll is a large sculpture under the George Washington Memorial Bridge (also called the Aurora Bridge) made of steel, rebar, wire, and concrete. The location can be tricky to find without navigation assistance, as it is in a

  • Krysten Stephenson

Cool experience. They have an explanation of who sculpted the troll on plaque. Something to see when in Seattle.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Jose Gomez

This is one of Fremont's landmarks. It is very well done. The architecture of the bridge is breathtaking.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Elizabeth Angasan

Such a fun place to come see. There's not really a place to park except the side of the road. There's also a small park off to the side called the "Troll's Knoll". The ground around the troll was quite dusty when we went.

  • Justin Marullo

Really cool art installation, not to busy and you can get some great pics if you climb up top. Bridge overhead looks cool if you turn around from looking at Troll and look down the street, local bus stops were close too.

  • Falan Martinez

Fun place to visit. They have added stairs to make it easier to reach the top. Parking is limited.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
10–30 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Angel Riddle

Classic Seattle tourist spot, we came here on a ten things I hate about you your. Parking is very hard to come by. Lots of tourists taking photos, but a great spot. Make sure to make a wish on the wishing turtle! More

  • Eithan Smith

I enjoyed visiting the troll. The community garden/troll forest above was a great surprise.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Foodie Man

This troll is cool! I rode my bicycle to it. Easy to walk to and there’s a little trail nearby.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Matt Glover

My wife heard about the troll and made us walk 2 miles out of our way to go and see it. When we got there she realized it kinda sucks and wanted to know why we didn't get an uber instead of walking(again her idea).

  • CY Siu

Really cool to see. It takes a while to have nobody around to take a picture without people in it on the weekend. Must see spot of this awesome troll.
Visited on
Weekend
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Rachel Preveau

Super simple and cool. The trail around it is awesome. A perfect 5-30min stop.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Luis rodriguez

It’s free! So that’s win to begin with. They put in steps…Awesome! This trip we noticed a little “troll” garden which was really cool. Worth a visit in the beautiful Fremont hood.

  • Debbi Misanin

Another creative sight to see. Found it while geocaching.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Colin Turner

Parking is a challenge. Narrow streets with lots of redidents only able to park on the streets. The small community park/garden is a nice short walk right next to the troll.

  • Anna Angela

Looks cool but very discolored, cute places nearby to get a coffee after picture taking
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Christopher K

Great little stop in Seattle to take the kids. They were excited as soon as we walked up ! Plan 20-30 mins for visit. Walking distance parking is available for free. More

  • aaron garcia

Cool spot. Get there in early morning to grab a photo and avoid the crowds!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

  • R. R.

So much fun! So neat to see and have photos taken there!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

  • Abe G

Super clean spot. Parking on the street was easy.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

  • Brayden Godfrey

This is a funny and easy stop to make. Parking is a bit of a hassle but a great spot to check out and get a picture. More

  • Anjith Jayaraj

Located under the bridge. Parking is limited. Definitely worth visiting if you are interested in seeing this sculpture.

  • Pierre Suranto

It's cool for sure, but IMO not a must stop, cool photo opp tho
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait

  • Rachel H

Such a quirky, fun sculpture to visit! Be sure to checkout Fremont Brewing afterwards.

  • Martin L

Definitely worth checking out, reasonable distance to walk from central Fremont

  • Boater Girl

Took a friend there who lives local and had never heard of it. Still awesome.

  • Rachel Rae

So easy to grab a quick pic. Pull up, jump out and click. Well lit at night.

  • Lili Peraza

Its huge and cool, they are building a troll park so it's a most come back

  • K C

All hexes lifted after visiting. 5 out of 5. Highly recommend.

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