Where to Go in Washington
National Park
Olympic Peninsula (Olympic NP)
The Olympic Peninsula is a temperate rainforest sanctuary where moss-draped Sitka spruces tower overhead, pristine beaches meet sea stacks, and alpine meadows bloom beneath jagged peaks. This wild cor
12 itineraries
National Park
North Cascades NP (Diablo Lake, Ross Lake)
North Cascades National Park is a dramatic alpine wilderness where jagged peaks pierce the sky and glacial meltwater paints impossibly turquoise lakes. Diablo Lake's stunning emerald waters, fed by gl
16 itineraries
National Park
Mount Rainier NP (Paradise, Sunrise)
Mount Rainier rises like a crown jewel above the Cascade Range, its massive snow-clad peak dominating the landscape with an almost mythical presence. At Paradise and Sunrise, you'll find yourself walk
16 itineraries
Beach Coastal
Long Beach Peninsula (Cape Disappointment)
Long Beach Peninsula stretches into the Pacific like a quiet finger pointing toward adventure, crowned by Cape Disappointment's iconic lighthouses and the dramatic meeting of river and ocean. This rem
18 itineraries
Character City
Methow Valley (Winthrop, Twisp)
Methow Valley is a pristine mountain sanctuary where the Old West still whispers through weathered storefronts and wide open spaces. Nestled in North-Central Washington, this valley offers a rare blen
1 itinerary
Character City
Kitsap Peninsula (Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard)
The Kitsap Peninsula offers a serene Pacific Northwest escape where forested islands meet sparkling Puget Sound waters. Bainbridge Island, a verdant suburb of Seattle just a scenic 35-minute ferry rid
4 itineraries
Metro
Seattle area (day trips)
Seattle's day-trip circuit offers a perfect blend of dramatic Pacific Northwest scenery within an hour's drive of the city. From the challenging scramble up Mount Si's ridge to the thundering cascade
5 itineraries
Metro
Spokane area
Spokane is the beating heart of the Inland Northwest, a vibrant city cradled by the Spokane River and framed by the rugged Selkirk Mountains. Here, rolling Palouse wheat fields meet urban energy, hist
5 itineraries
Wine Culinary
Yakima area
Nestled in the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Yakima is a sun-soaked valley gem where agricultural heritage meets modern viticulture. This is where America's hops are born, rolling vineyards me
8 itineraries
Character City
Tacoma area
Tacoma is the Pacific Northwest's underrated gem, a vibrant port city where industrial heritage meets natural splendor. Perched on the Puget Sound with commanding views toward the snow-capped peaks of
4 itineraries
Character City
Olympia, Washington
Olympia, Washington's understated capital, sits where the Puget Sound meets legislative ambition and Pacific Northwest charm. This mid-sized city blends political significance with genuine outdoor acc
4 itineraries
Character City
Wenatchee, Washington
Wenatchee is a sun-soaked river town nestled where the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers converge, offering a refreshing escape in north-central Washington's high-desert landscape. Named after the Wenatch
4 itineraries
Character City
Spokane, Washington
Nestled in the heart of the Inland Northwest, Spokane is a vibrant city where urban sophistication meets rugged outdoor culture. Known for its charming historic neighborhoods, world-class riverfront p
4 itineraries
Washington Itineraries
2 Days · Teen Families
Olympic Peninsula (Olympic NP), Washington
Moss, Mist & Mountain Light: 2 Days in Olympic National Park
4 stops
2 Days · Young Families
Yakima area, Washington
Vineyards, Barns & Quiet Canyons: A Family Weekend in Yakima Valley
3 stops
2 Days · Solo
Olympic Peninsula (Olympic NP), Washington
Ridgeline to Rainforest: Two Days Alone with the Olympics
4 stops
2 Days · Teen Families
Olympic Peninsula (Olympic NP), Washington
Blue Water & Green Cathedral: 2 Days in Olympic National Park
3 stops
3 Days · Teen Families
Long Beach Peninsula (Cape Disappointment), Washington
Where the River Gives Up: 3 Days at Cape Disappointment
8 stops
2 Days · Active Retirees
North Cascades NP (Diablo Lake, Ross Lake), Washington
Turquoise Water & Thin Air: Two Gentle Days in the North Cascades
3 stops
2 Days · Active Retirees
Long Beach Peninsula (Cape Disappointment), Washington
Where Two Lighthouses Watch the Columbia Meet the Sea
4 stops
3 Days · Solo
Mount Rainier NP (Paradise, Sunrise), Washington
Alone with the Mountain: Three Days at Rainier's Edge
6 stops
2 Days · Active Retirees
Mount Rainier NP (Paradise, Sunrise), Washington
Meadows, Mist, and Ancient Giants: Two Gentle Days at Mount Rainier
4 stops
3 Days · Solo
Long Beach Peninsula (Cape Disappointment), Washington
Edge of the Continent: Three Days Alone at Cape Disappointment
7 stops
3 Days · Solo
North Cascades NP (Diablo Lake, Ross Lake), Washington
Turquoise Water, Thin Air: 3 Days Alone in the North Cascades
6 stops
2 Days · Active Retirees
Olympic Peninsula (Olympic NP), Washington
Sapphire Water & Windswept Ridges: 2 Days in Olympic National Park
4 stops