Washington State offers extraordinary natural diversity — from the glacier-capped peaks of the Cascades to the Pacific coastline, ancient temperate rainforests, and vibrant urban culture. These travel guides focus primarily on two distinct experiences: the remarkable Olympic National Park and the city of Seattle. Olympic National Park deserves several days of exploration, with comprehensive guides covering the ethereal Hoh Rainforest (where Sitka spruce and western hemlock tower above moss-draped understories), the mountain vistas from Hurricane Ridge, the crystal-clear waters of Lake Crescent, and two beautiful waterfalls — Sol Duc Falls and Marymere Falls. You’ll find essential information on entry fees, parking, walking requirements, and realistic time expectations for each location, plus guidance on visiting the accessible Snoqualmie Falls outside the park.
Seattle coverage provides practical visitor information for the city’s diverse attractions — from the surprising Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park (Seattle’s best free museum) and the extraordinary glass art at Chihuly Garden and Glass to the family-friendly Seattle Aquarium and the waterfront Olympic Sculpture Park. You’ll discover how weather quietly shapes Seattle experiences compared to Vancouver, where to get the best city views from Kerry Park, how the Seattle to Bainbridge Island ferry works, and where to watch salmon navigate the fish ladder at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. There’s also guidance on finding Seattle’s quirkiest public art — the massive Fremont Troll sculpture lurking beneath a bridge. Whether you’re drawn to wilderness adventures or urban exploration, these guides provide the practical details and honest assessments that help you make the most of Washington State. More Washington travel stories will be added soon.
- What you need to know about visiting the Hoh Rainforest, Hurricane Ridge, Sol Duc Falls, Lake Crescent and Marymere Falls in Olympic National Park.
- How to get the best out of a visit to Snoqualmie Falls in Washington.
Seattle travel articles
- Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park: Seattle’s best free attraction.
- Guide to the Seattle to Bainbridge Island ferry.
- Booking tips for Chihuly Garden and Glass.
- A practical guide to visiting the Seattle Aquarium.
- How the Seattle weather plays a major part in your experience.
- A practical guide to visiting the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle.
- Watch the salmon run at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.
- How to get the best view of Seattle from Kerry Park.
- How to see the Fremont Troll in Seattle.
- Plan your visit to the Pacific Science Center.
Five of the best things to do in Seattle
- 🍴 Take a chef-guided food tour of Pike Place Market.
- 🕳️ Discover the hidden streets beneath Pioneer Square on an underground tour.
- ✈️ Go on the Boeing Factory tour and see how planes are made.
- 🚢 See the city from the water on a harbour cruise.
- 🏔️ Take in mountains and waterfalls on a Mt Rainier National Park day trip.
