Guidebook for Olympia

Laura

Lid sinds 2015

Food Scene

Iron Rabbit Restaurant & Bar

Different, unique menu.

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Iron Rabbit Restaurant & Bar

2103 Harrison Ave NW

14 locals raden deze aan

Different, unique menu.

The Bread Peddler

Fantastic breakfast and close to farmers market.

51 locals raden deze aan

The Bread Peddler

222 Capitol Way N

51 locals raden deze aan

Fantastic breakfast and close to farmers market.

Anthony's Hearthfire Grill Olympia

Best happy hour in town and best view!

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Anthony's Hearthfire Grill Olympia

1675 Marine Dr NE

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Best happy hour in town and best view!

McMenamins Spar Café

Artesian well to craft local beers. My favorite veggie burger and tots location. Yum.

28 locals raden deze aan

McMenamins Spar Café

114 4th Ave E

28 locals raden deze aan

Artesian well to craft local beers. My favorite veggie burger and tots location. Yum.

Anthony's Homeport Olympia

27 locals raden deze aan

Anthony's Homeport Olympia

704 Columbia St NW

27 locals raden deze aan

Mercato Ristorante

12 locals raden deze aan

Mercato Ristorante

111 Market St NE

12 locals raden deze aan

Olympia Oyster House

13 locals raden deze aan

Olympia Oyster House

320 4th Ave W

13 locals raden deze aan

Well 80 Brewhouse

19 locals raden deze aan

Well 80 Brewhouse

514 4th Ave E

19 locals raden deze aan

Tugboat Annie's

35 locals raden deze aan

Tugboat Annie's

2100 W Bay Dr NW

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Uptown Grill

6 locals raden deze aan

Uptown Grill

514 Capitol Way S

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Mediterranean Breeze

8 locals raden deze aan

Mediterranean Breeze

2302 Harrison Ave NW

8 locals raden deze aan

Ricardo's Kitchen + Bar

14 locals raden deze aan

Ricardo's Kitchen + Bar

676 Woodland Square Loop SE

14 locals raden deze aan

Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar

37 locals raden deze aan

Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar

222 Capitol Way N

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Octapas Cafe

10 locals raden deze aan

Octapas Cafe

610 Water St SW

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Da Nang Restaurant

116 4th Ave E

Lemon Grass Restaurant

19 locals raden deze aan

Lemon Grass Restaurant

212 4th Ave W

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Curry Corner

9 locals raden deze aan

Curry Corner

9408 Martin Way E

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Dirty Dave's Pizza Parlor

8 locals raden deze aan

Dirty Dave's Pizza Parlor

3939 Martin Way E

8 locals raden deze aan

Martin Way Diner

2423 4th Ave E

Left Bank Pastry

26 locals raden deze aan

Left Bank Pastry

1941 4th Ave E

26 locals raden deze aan

Basilico Ristorante

12 locals raden deze aan

Basilico Ristorante

507 Capitol Way S

12 locals raden deze aan

Pizzeria La Gitana - Olympia

22 locals raden deze aan

Pizzeria La Gitana - Olympia

518 Capitol Way S

22 locals raden deze aan

Sushi House

22 locals raden deze aan

Sushi House

2000 Black Lake Blvd SW

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Drinks & Nightlife

Swing Wine Bar

Fantastic view with incredible drinks.

38 locals raden deze aan

Swing Wine Bar

825 Columbia St SW

38 locals raden deze aan

Fantastic view with incredible drinks.

Northwest Beerwerks

18 locals raden deze aan

Northwest Beerwerks

420 Steele St SE

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Fatso's Bar & Grill

3205 Martin Way E

Nicole's Bar

7 locals raden deze aan

Nicole's Bar

109 Legion Way Southwest

7 locals raden deze aan

Charlie's Bar & Grill

620 4th Ave E

The Brotherhood Lounge

21 locals raden deze aan

The Brotherhood Lounge

119 Capitol Way N

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Sightseeing

Capital Buildings & Grounds

They offer an amazing tour that is unique to each tour guide. Love the building and history.

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Capital Buildings & Grounds

210 11th Ave SW

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They offer an amazing tour that is unique to each tour guide. Love the building and history.

Capitol Lake Park

Beautiful lake for many walkers and joggers. A fountain for children to play in during warmer days.

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Capitol Lake Park

Water Street Southwest

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Beautiful lake for many walkers and joggers. A fountain for children to play in during warmer days.

Percival Landing

Percival Landing is 3.38 acres and is one of Olympia's three waterfront parks and is located on the east side of Budd Bay on the southern most tip of Puget Sound. This popular park and tourist destination is in the heart of downtown and is a hub for gatherings, social interaction and public celebrations.

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Percival Landing

217 Thurston Ave NW

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Percival Landing is 3.38 acres and is one of Olympia's three waterfront parks and is located on the east side of Budd Bay on the southern most tip of Puget Sound. This popular park and tourist destination is in the heart of downtown and is a hub for gatherings, social interaction and public celebrations.

Tumwater Falls Park

It houses a a one-half mile scenic loop trail along the Deschutes River and three cascading waterfalls, with interpretive signs featuring pictures that illustrate the history of the area. Glimpse the old Olympic Brewery from the lower falls. In spring, the rhododendrons, one of many native plants in the park, add beauty to the area when they bloom, generally around early May.

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Tumwater Falls Park

110 Deschutes Way SW

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It houses a a one-half mile scenic loop trail along the Deschutes River and three cascading waterfalls, with interpretive signs featuring pictures that illustrate the history of the area. Glimpse the old Olympic Brewery from the lower falls. In spring, the rhododendrons, one of many native plants in the park, add beauty to the area when they bloom, generally around early May.

Parks & Nature

Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Service Trail

Beautiful easy walking trail with an abundant wildlife of birds.

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Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Service Trail

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Beautiful easy walking trail with an abundant wildlife of birds.

Priest Point Park

5 mile hike. Take a picnic and explore its many nature trails, let your kids play on the playground, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. Originally the site of a church and mission, the park is now an excellent place for birdwatching, hiking and wildlife-spotting. A steep trail heads down to the beach, which is a fascinating place to play at low tide.

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Priest Point Park

2600 East Bay Drive Northeast

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5 mile hike. Take a picnic and explore its many nature trails, let your kids play on the playground, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. Originally the site of a church and mission, the park is now an excellent place for birdwatching, hiking and wildlife-spotting. A steep trail heads down to the beach, which is a fascinating place to play at low tide.

Burfoot Park

This tiny park just north of the City of Olympia covers 50 acres and features a trail leading to 1100 feet of beachfront wandering on Budd Inlet. The trails here boast rhododendrons in the spring and Western Washington's signature lush greenery all year round. In addition to views of Puget Sound, you'll also enjoy a glimpse of the dome of the State Capitol and the majestic Olympic Mountains to the west.

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Burfoot Park

6927 Boston Harbor Rd NE

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This tiny park just north of the City of Olympia covers 50 acres and features a trail leading to 1100 feet of beachfront wandering on Budd Inlet. The trails here boast rhododendrons in the spring and Western Washington's signature lush greenery all year round. In addition to views of Puget Sound, you'll also enjoy a glimpse of the dome of the State Capitol and the majestic Olympic Mountains to the west.

City of Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation

http://olympiawa.gov/city-services/parks/parks-and-trails.aspx

City of Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation

222 Columbia Street Northwest

http://olympiawa.gov/city-services/parks/parks-and-trails.aspx

Woodard Bay Conservation Area

I love this park. My favorite. I first went here because I was told this place is loaded with bats at night. I would say maybe 5-10 in the evening. Lots of seals and Sea Lions on the floating docks in the water. Lots of birds, oysters, eagles. You can even Kayak there. I bike here several times in the summer on the Chehalis trail.

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Woodard Bay Conservation Area

13 locals raden deze aan

I love this park. My favorite. I first went here because I was told this place is loaded with bats at night. I would say maybe 5-10 in the evening. Lots of seals and Sea Lions on the floating docks in the water. Lots of birds, oysters, eagles. You can even Kayak there. I bike here several times in the summer on the Chehalis trail.

Shopping

Capital Mall Station

A central location for "staple" shopping stores.

6 locals raden deze aan

Capital Mall Station

6 locals raden deze aan

A central location for "staple" shopping stores.

Archibald Sisters

19 locals raden deze aan

Archibald Sisters

406 Capitol Way S

19 locals raden deze aan

Compass Rose

33 locals raden deze aan

Compass Rose

416 Capitol Way S

33 locals raden deze aan

Drees of Olympia

6 locals raden deze aan

Drees of Olympia

524 Washington St SE

6 locals raden deze aan

Captain Little

12 locals raden deze aan

Captain Little

121 5th Ave SE

12 locals raden deze aan

Buck's Fifth Avenue Spice Shope

209 5th Ave SE

Thompson's Furniture & Gift

5407 Capitol Boulevard South

Barnes & Noble

26 locals raden deze aan

Barnes & Noble

5711 Main St SW

26 locals raden deze aan

Olympia Farmers Market

93 locals raden deze aan

Olympia Farmers Market

93 locals raden deze aan

Belleza Ropa Clothing and Shoes

101 Capitol Way N

Childhood's End Gallery

11 locals raden deze aan

Childhood's End Gallery

222 4th Ave W

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Shipwreck Beads

8535 Commerce Pl Dr NE

Legislative Gift Center

The Legislative Gift Center is committed to promoting the State of Washington and the goods produced around the state.

Legislative Gift Center

416 Sid Snyder Avenue Southwest

The Legislative Gift Center is committed to promoting the State of Washington and the goods produced around the state.

Essentials

Ralph's Thriftway

This store has a bakery, Subway, Starbucks with the best baristas in Olympia, a Sushi bar, post office, DMV, and a quirky gift selection. A local favorite for sure. In season, fresh Spooner berries and girl scouts for cookies.

27 locals raden deze aan

Ralph's Thriftway

1908 4th Ave E

27 locals raden deze aan

This store has a bakery, Subway, Starbucks with the best baristas in Olympia, a Sushi bar, post office, DMV, and a quirky gift selection. A local favorite for sure. In season, fresh Spooner berries and girl scouts for cookies.