06/10/2026
Dry, mild weather and an abundance of outdoor activities make Washing State the perfect summer destination. Among the top things to do are exploring famous landmarks in Seattle, visiting the many national parks, hiking, tubing, boating, wine tasting, and whale watching in the San Juan Islands. Seattle features the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and the Museum of Pop Culture. The many national parks include Mount Rainier, Olympic, which features the lush Hoh Rain Forest and the beaches of the Olympic Peninsula, and North Cascades, which offers dramatic glacier views and hikes like the Maple Pass Loop. Another interesting option is the Bavarian mountain village of Leavenworth with its many water activities on the Icicle River. There are also many dining and shopping opportunities, as well as ferry rides to Bainbridge Island, a scenic island community known for its natural beauty, arts, and small-town charm.
*Photos from Visit Seattle