Spokane, WA

Travel Guide

Spokane showing a city, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and rapids
Spokane showing rapids
Riverfront Park featuring a city and landscape views
Spokane which includes a garden and outdoor art
Spokane which includes a garden, a river or creek and a city
Spokane offers wineries and microbreweries, outdoor activities for the whole family and stunning natural scenery, including a waterfall in the downtown area.

Visit Spokane, in the northwest of America, to enjoy varied and beautiful hiking trails, local handcrafts and boutique beers.

Start your stay in downtown Spokane where many of the sights are easy to reach on foot via skywalks, climate-controlled bridges that connect buildings.

Riverfront Park is right in the heart of downtown. Here, you can take a ride on the Spokane Falls SkyRide and enjoy views of the second-longest urban falls in the country. Within walking distance is River Park Square, a shopping, dining and entertainment precinct. As well as department stores Macy’s and Nordstrom, there’s a range of eclectic specialty shops, which sell anything from locally handcrafted items to tasty chocolates. The kids will love the square’s children’s museum and toy store.

Stop in at the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture to browse exhibits that feature local history and culture in five underground galleries. Next door is Campbell House, which was once home to prominent Spokane citizens at the turn of the century. Take a tour of the neoclassical revival-style house to see how the occupants would have lived.

Between sightseeing, sip fine brews at a number of pubs or taste wines from some of the 20 wineries in the region. Take a bottle of locally made wine to one of the city’s restaurants. Spokane’s culinary scene prides itself on using locally grown produce to create meals that match the flavors of the regional wine.

Venture outside the city center and explore nearby natural attractions such as the Olympic National Rainforest, Mount Rainier and Glacier National Park. Go on a whitewater rafting adventure, try fly fishing or rock climbing, or rent a bike and follow the 37-mile (60-kilometer) trail through the Riverside State Park to the Idaho state line.

Set along the Spokane River in the northeast of Washington state, Spokane’s outlying areas are best explored by bus or car. Public transit in the central city area is inexpensive and reliable.

Where to stay in Spokane

St Maarten and St Martin showing a river or creek, a bridge and heritage architecture

Downtown Spokane

4/5(1,339 area reviews)

Discover the central business district with Riverfront Park's Skyride, IMAX theater, and seasonal ice-skating rink. Enjoy concerts and galleries in the Davenport District, and shop at River Park Square Mall. Easily explore with a high Walk Score and good transit options.

Downtown Spokane
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North Spokane

3.5/5(470 area reviews)

You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in North Spokane, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Wonderland Family Fun Center and NorthTown Mall are just a few notable stops.

North Spokane
Manito Park featuring flowers and a park

South Hill

South Hill is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Manito Park and Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist.

South Hill
Spokane showing a river or creek and a bridge

Riverside

4.5/5(232 area reviews)

While visiting Riverside, you might make a stop by sights like First Interstate Center for the Arts and Riverfront Park.

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West Central

4/5(4 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in West Central, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spokane Arena and Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture.

West Central
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Country Homes

You'll enjoy the museums and entertainment venues in Country Homes. You might want to make time for a stop at Wonderland Family Fun Center or Scotford Tennis Center.

Country Homes
Centennial Hotel Spokane

Centennial Hotel Spokane

3.5 out of 5
303 West North River Drive, Spokane, WA
The price is ¥13,399 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥13,399
¥18,968 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Spokane. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,362 reviews)
"great beds, nice access to river trail"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Centennial Hotel Spokane
Ruby River Hotel Downtown Spokane

Ruby River Hotel Downtown Spokane

3.5 out of 5
700 N Division St, Spokane, WA
The price is ¥15,764 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
¥15,764
¥20,056 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Spokane. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,388 reviews)
"We always love staying here! Great location and wonderful pool area for the kids! Service is fantastic."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Ruby River Hotel Downtown Spokane
Steam Plant Hotel

Steam Plant Hotel

3 out of 5
123 S. Post Street, Spokane, WA
The price is ¥10,041 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
¥10,041
¥12,489 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Spokane. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,284 reviews)
"A real shower, not a tub with a curtain. Great pressure. You can hear the trains but they won't wake you up. You can't open the windows so you have to open your door if you don't want to feel cooped up. The air conditioner blows right on you and is noisy. The downtown bus plaza is a 4 1/2 minute ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Steam Plant Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stratford Suites

Stratford Suites

2.5 out of 5
11808 W Center Ln, Airway Heights, WA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Airway Heights. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,307 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with a good amount of space. Clean and private. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Stratford Suites
Bungalow with hidden room behind bookcase door and no cleaning fees

Bungalow with hidden room behind bookcase door and no cleaning fees

Spokane
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Spokane. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Spokane Arena and Riverfront ...
8/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
"Great communication. Clear instructions. Friendly. Private entrance."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Bungalow with hidden room behind bookcase door and no cleaning fees
Black Bear Bungalow:Cozy tiny home in enchanting wooded Spokane with AC

Black Bear Bungalow:Cozy tiny home in enchanting wooded Spokane with AC

2 out of 5
Spokane
Stay at this vacation home in Spokane. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Riverfront Park and Spokane Arena ...
"Location was quiet and outdoor grill and fire pit was nice. The kitchen is furnished with a complete stove, refrigerator and microwave. The queen beds were very comfortable. Check-in was a breeze and inquiries were responded to very quickly."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Black Bear Bungalow:Cozy tiny home in enchanting wooded Spokane with AC
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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