Places to see in Washington vacation sights in Washington Explore things to do in Washington

Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Washington with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Washington sites or check out the sites in another state.

You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Washington that have become local favorites easily with our site.

We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Washington whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.

Ohme Gardens County Park

Wenatchee, WA

Enjoy a refreshing respite at this amazing evergreen oasis in the heart of Washington State. Nearly a mile of natural stone pathways traverses the hillside gardens, ushering you past breathtaking panoramic views, towering cedars and firs, lush foliage, mesmerizing waterfalls and tranquil pools. Stone benches located throughout the grounds provide ample opportunities to savor the beauty of Ohme Gardens. The average time to tour the Gardens is one hour.

Vancouver Lake Regional Park

Vancouver, WA

This 190-acre regional park stretches for 2.5 miles along the west shore of Vancouver Lake. With 35 developed acres, visitors can enjoy picnicking, windsurfing and sand volleyball. Vancouver Lake is great for beginning windsurfing, kayaking and canoeing and hosts many rowing competitions during the year.

Saddle Rock Trailhead

Wenatchee, WA

Saddlerock Trail is a 2.4 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Wenatchee, Washington that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Salmon Creek Regional Park/Klineline Pond

Vancouver, WA

Salmon Creek Regional Park/Klineline Pond is a popular spot, with a bathhouse, roped swimming areas, a children’s splash pad, observation platforms and a life jacket loaner station. The park also features 35 acres of developed parkland and 368 acres of undeveloped green space.

Clark County Historical Museum

Vancouver, WA

The Clark County Historical Society and Museum is committed to responsible collections stewardship, innovative collaboration and inspiring exhibitions and programs that engage the community in an exploration of Clark County’s past, present and future.

Cougar Mountain Zoo

Issaquah, WA

The Cougar Mountain Zoological Park is a unique Zoo where Visitors can experience a close encounter with the animals that call the Zoo Home. Visitors are considered privileged but greatly valued guests. The Cougar Mountain Zoo and Zoological Society of Washington are dedicated to increasing the understanding and appreciation of the earth’s wildlife and the role of humanity in nature through education, research, captive breeding, conservation, exhibition and recreation.

Frye Art Museum

Seattle, WA

Located on Seattle’s First Hill, the Frye Art Museum first opened its doors in 1952 as the legacy of Charles and Emma Frye, prominent early-twentieth century Seattle business leaders and art collectors. Since that time, works from the Frye Founding Collection of late-nineteenth and early-twentieth-century European paintings have continuously been on view. The Museum also hosts notable exhibitions of works by internationally renowned and emerging artists, as well as extensive public programs.

Great Wolf Lodge

Centralia, WA

Your Great Wolf Lodge adventure begins in their massive, 84-degree indoor water park. Splash the day away in over 56,000 square feet of water-packed excitement, including jaw-dropping slides for thrill seekers or zero-depth entry areas for little ones. Outside the water park, the fun continues. Grab a wand and battle a dragon in MagiQuest or get an ice cream-themed manicure in Scooops Kid Spa before gathering your family in their Grand Lobby for nightly fireside Story Time, the perfect ending to a Great Wolf day.

NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens

Brush Prairie, WA

The Wildlife Botanical Gardens are a cohesive blend of specialty theme gardens, spread over three acres in Southwest Washington. The gardens, and devoted gardeners, demonstrate and teach gardening concepts that attract birds, butterflies, hummingbirds and other wildlife to residential gardens.

Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour

Seattle, WA

Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour is a leisurely, guided walking tour beneath Seattle’s sidewalks and streets. As you roam the subterranean passages that once were the main roadways and first floor, storefronts of old downtown Seattle, their guides regale you with the stories their pioneers did not want you to hear. The tour begins inside Doc Maynard’s Public House, a restored 1890s saloon. Following a short intro, they will walk through historic Pioneer Square to three different sections of Underground—about three blocks in all. The tour ends in Rogues Gallery, the Underground Tour gift shop.