Buddhist Centers and Meditation in Seattle

There are 5 Buddhist monasteries and meditation centers in Seattle in our directory that welcome English speakers, across Insight and Tibetan traditions. Many offer free or donation-based (dana) teachings and retreats; check each center's website for dates and guidelines.

Insight (vipassana) centers

Seattle Insight Meditation SocietySeattle, Washington · Insight Reviews and questions

Tibetan centers

Kadampa Meditation Center WashingtonSeattle, Washington · Kadampa (New Kadampa Tradition) Reviews and questions
Nalanda West (Nalandabodhi Seattle)Seattle, Washington · Tibetan (Kagyu and Nyingma) Reviews and questions
Sakya MonasterySeattle, Washington · Tibetan (Sakya) Reviews and questions

Other centers

Seattle Buddhist CenterSeattle, Washington · Triratna Reviews and questions

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Questions people ask

Can beginners visit a Buddhist monastery in Seattle?

Yes. Most monasteries and meditation centers in Seattle welcome beginners for talks, group sittings or retreats. Contact the center first and follow its guidelines.

Do Buddhist retreats cost money?

Many monasteries run on donations (dana) and ask nothing fixed. Lay-run retreat centres usually charge for food and lodging, often with a sliding scale.