Top 15 Places to Go in Washington
Top 15 Places to Go in Washington
Olympic Game Farm
If you love animals, but would rather just stay in your car, then
The Olympic Game Farm was made just for you. It is a drive-through wildlife exhibit,
where animals come right up to your vehicle. The most exciting part
is that you can feed the animals, they eat right out of your hand! It is fun for
the entire family.
Hoh Rainforest
Located on
the Olympic Peninsula in western Washington, the Hoh Rainforest is one of the
largest temperate rainforests in the United States. It contains abundant wildlife
and has beautiful trails for hikers. It is considered the ‘most well-preserved
temperate rainforest’ and is home to some of Earth’s largest trees. And to add
to the scenery, everything is elegantly draped with moss, giving it an
enchanting look.
Museum of Flight
The
Museum of Flight is an air and space museum, located in the Seattle area. The
museum attracts over 500,000 visitors every year, and also serves more than
140,000 students annually through its many programs. It provides great
resources for students as well. The museum is considered the ’largest
independent air and space museum in the world’ and surrounds the original
Boeing barn, where some of the world's first airplanes were made.
Seattle Great Wheel
Found
on Pier 57, Elliot Bay, The Seattle Great Wheel is an intimidating yet fascinating
sight. At 53 meters tall, it has the most irresistible view of the Great Pacific
Ocean. It is a great experience, especially at night, when they turn on all of
the lights, creating an amazing sight.
Lake Chelan
Lake Chelan is a narrow, 50.5-mile-long
lake in Chelan County. It has a population of 5000, and you get to experience ‘the
land of sunshine’. Swimming, fishing, and boating are all popular activities
here. It has things for people of all ages. And it apparently is a favorite
spot for wine enthusiasts.
Palouse Falls
Palouse Falls is a 200 feet high waterfall on the Palouse River. It has a breathtaking landscape, with beautiful,
yet relatively hard, trails. The falls are accessible all year long, so you can
see fresh spring rainwater, or the winter wonderland scenery. It has magnificent panoramic
views as well.
Mount St. Helens
Palouse Falls is a 200 feet high waterfall on the Palouse River. It has a breathtaking landscape, with beautiful,
yet relatively hard, trails. The falls are accessible all year long, so you can
see fresh spring rainwater, or the winter wonderland scenery. It has magnificent panoramic
views as well.
Mount St. Helens is an active stratovolcano located in Skamania County. It hosted some of the deadliest eruptions in the United States. Volcano watching and photographing is one of the most popular pastimes here. You could also tour the ape caves. But my favorite thing to do is to look up at the night sky and see the spectacular Milky Way galaxy.
Leavenworth
Leavenworth is a small city based of a Bavarian village.
With its adorable, small-town type design, delicious food, and cute little trinkets, it’s definitely a must
see. It’s known well for its arts and culture, but Christmas there is really the best
part.
Ruby Beach
Considered one of the most beautiful and exhilarating places in Washington, Ruby Beach is a beautiful place to go, especially during sunset. It’s a popular spot for ocean kayakers and tide pool explorers. Located on Highway 101, its nearby to other stunning beaches and beautiful scenery.
Considered one of the most beautiful and exhilarating places in Washington, Ruby Beach is a beautiful place to go, especially during sunset. It’s a popular spot for ocean kayakers and tide pool explorers. Located on Highway 101, its nearby to other stunning beaches and beautiful scenery.
Pacific Science Center
Found in Seattle, the Pacific Science Center is an
independent science center with a lot of fun activities. This includes the Butterfly
Exhibit with over 400 butterflies to photograph. It has over 200 indoor and
outdoor exhibits and two IMAX theaters. It also has a special laser show. It is
a fun place for the whole family to go to, with a little bit for everyone.
Regarded as a prominent
symbol of the Evergreen State, Mount Rainier is the 5th tallest mountain
in the continental 48 states. It
is located in the Cascade Range of the
Pacific Northwest in Mount Rainier National Park. It has beautiful hikes, lakes,
and waterfalls. People also enjoy camping, skiing, snowshoeing, and taking
photos of the wildlife that can be found there.
Olympic National Park
Known for its mild rainforests and its hot springs, Olympic National Park has a diverse ecosystem. Its family – friendly, and there is always something for everybody, Pristine lakes, winding rivers, giant waterfalls, the majestic ocean, serene rainforests, snow-capped mountains, you name it. It is an attracting place due to its beaches, wildlife, nature, and is full of adventure.
Note:Some of the places I listed are in Olympic National Park, e.g., Ruby Beach. You could tour the National Park as a whole, or just visit specific destinations.
Pike Place Market
Located in central Seattle, Pike’s Place is a must go. Being one of the few authentic farmer’s markets in the US, it compels more than 85 farmers from the surrounding area, who bring their produce to the market every single day. With its delicious food, and amazing views, it attracts nine million tourists a year.
Chihuly Museum of Glass
Found in the heart of Seattle, the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum shows us inspirations that form the career of artist Dale Chihuly. Through the many rooms and outdoor gardens, you can have a full experience of Chihuly’s most important works. Open from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, visitors can have a full day or night experience, whether there’s sun or rain.
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