Things to Do in Washington in 2025

Cape Flattery featuring rocky coastline, landscape views and a bay or harbor

Kerry Park featuring night scenes, a city and skyline

Bainbridge Island showing a bay or harbor

Hurricane Ridge which includes views, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Most popular activities in Washington

Tours & day trips

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Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

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Private & custom tours

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Seattle Space Needle Skyline App Guided Tour

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Mt. Rainier Full-Day Tour

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Water activities

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Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

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What to do in Washington

Discover the most popular places to visit in Washington

Seattle Waterfront

A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.

Puget Sound which includes modern architecture

Space Needle

Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.

Mount Rainier National Park

So big they created a national park in its name, Mount Rainier’s massive snow-capped volcanic cone is clearly visible from Seattle.

Pike Place Market

Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.

Lake Chelan

Experience mountain views, hiking trails, clear waters, wellness spas and vineyards at this scenic lake and year-round vacation destination in Central Washington.

Lumen Field

Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

University of Washington

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

Seattle Center

A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.

Olympic National Park

This rainforest-covered peninsula with Mount Olympus at its center is a glorious side trip from Seattle.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Washington

Downtown Seattle

4.5/5(9,584 area reviews)

Dive into the bustling nightlife and shopping scene, explore the iconic Pike Place Market, and admire architectural gems like the Seattle Central Library. Enjoy seamless connectivity with the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel and Seattle Center Monorail.

Seabrook

If you're spending some time in Seabrook, Old Stump and Community Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Capitol Hill

4.5/5(128 area reviews)

Densely populated with mid-rise buildings, this Seattle district boasts nightlife, entertainment, and a counterculture vibe. Explore local bars, fringe theaters, and parks like Volunteer Park, while enjoying street-level retail and Espresso Vivace coffeehouses.

Belltown

Densely populated and boasting trendy restaurants, boutiques, and nightclubs, this waterfront neighborhood offers the Olympic Sculpture Park and easy access to major thoroughfares. Perfect for a walkable, lively stay in Seattle.

Downtown Leavenworth

Modeled after a Bavarian village, this charming town offers the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum and picturesque Alpine German architecture. Easily accessible via Amtrak's Empire Builder train and U.S. Route 2, it's a delightful destination for travelers.