WA Spokane, Washington, Attractions

Here is more evidence of Spokane's commitment to family. Riverside Park was, in a way, created as the site for Spokane's Expo '74 ('A World's Fair for the Environment'). Many of the buildings were designed and constructed to be permanent structures (similar to what Seattle did for their '62 World's Fair) and what remains after the big clean-up is Riverside Park.
The Park is like a 50 acre oasis on the bank of the Spokane River - in the middle of Spokane. Spokane Falls is in this part of the river and is viewed from the Park. Remaining from Expo '74 are the Amphitheaters, the Opera House, the Convention Center and the IMAX theatre with its 5 story screen and surround sound audio system.

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Two things you don't want to miss if you have children with you. One is the Gondola Ride which, like a ski lift, transports you in these little 'gondola cars' over the park, the Spokane River (and Spokane Falls) and back again. You board it at the west end of the Park.
The other 'don't miss' attraction is the old (and genuine) carrousel. Kids love these things and while it may be of a 'by-gone age' it still brings smiles as quickly and effectively as ever. Thank you, Spokane.

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Riverside Park