Guidebook for Olympia

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Guidebook for Olympia

Food Scene

Different, unique menu.
14 residents recomanen
Iron Rabbit Restaurant & Bar
2103 Harrison Ave NW
14 residents recomanen
Different, unique menu.
Fantastic breakfast and close to farmers market.
51 residents recomanen
The Bread Peddler
222 Capitol Way N
51 residents recomanen
Fantastic breakfast and close to farmers market.
Best happy hour in town and best view!
53 residents recomanen
Anthony's Hearthfire Grill Olympia
1675 Marine Dr NE
53 residents recomanen
Best happy hour in town and best view!
Artesian well to craft local beers. My favorite veggie burger and tots location. Yum.
28 residents recomanen
McMenamins Spar Café
114 4th Ave E
28 residents recomanen
Artesian well to craft local beers. My favorite veggie burger and tots location. Yum.
27 residents recomanen
Anthony's Homeport Olympia
704 Columbia St NW
27 residents recomanen
12 residents recomanen
Mercato Ristorante
111 Market St NE
12 residents recomanen
13 residents recomanen
Olympia Oyster House
320 4th Ave W
13 residents recomanen
19 residents recomanen
Well 80 Brewhouse
514 4th Ave E
19 residents recomanen
35 residents recomanen
Tugboat Annie's
2100 W Bay Dr NW
35 residents recomanen
6 residents recomanen
Uptown Grill
514 Capitol Way S
6 residents recomanen
8 residents recomanen
Mediterranean Breeze
2302 Harrison Ave NW
8 residents recomanen
14 residents recomanen
Ricardo's Kitchen + Bar
676 Woodland Square Loop SE
14 residents recomanen
37 residents recomanen
Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar
222 Capitol Way N
37 residents recomanen
10 residents recomanen
Octapas Cafe
610 Water St SW
10 residents recomanen
Da Nang Restaurant
116 4th Ave E
19 residents recomanen
Lemon Grass Restaurant
212 4th Ave W
19 residents recomanen
9 residents recomanen
Curry Corner
9408 Martin Way E
9 residents recomanen
8 residents recomanen
Dirty Dave's Pizza Parlor
3939 Martin Way E
8 residents recomanen
Martin Way Diner
2423 4th Ave E
26 residents recomanen
Left Bank Pastry
1941 4th Ave E
26 residents recomanen
12 residents recomanen
Basilico Ristorante
507 Capitol Way S
12 residents recomanen
22 residents recomanen
Pizzeria La Gitana - Olympia
518 Capitol Way S
22 residents recomanen
22 residents recomanen
Sushi House
2000 Black Lake Blvd SW
22 residents recomanen

Drinks & Nightlife

Fantastic view with incredible drinks.
38 residents recomanen
Swing Wine Bar
825 Columbia St SW
38 residents recomanen
Fantastic view with incredible drinks.
18 residents recomanen
Northwest Beerwerks
420 Steele St SE
18 residents recomanen
Fatso's Bar & Grill
3205 Martin Way E
7 residents recomanen
Nicole's Bar
109 Legion Way Southwest
7 residents recomanen
Charlie's Bar & Grill
620 4th Ave E
21 residents recomanen
The Brotherhood Lounge
119 Capitol Way N
21 residents recomanen

Sightseeing

They offer an amazing tour that is unique to each tour guide. Love the building and history.
6 residents recomanen
Capital Buildings & Grounds
210 11th Ave SW
6 residents recomanen
They offer an amazing tour that is unique to each tour guide. Love the building and history.
Beautiful lake for many walkers and joggers. A fountain for children to play in during warmer days.
39 residents recomanen
Parc del llac Capitol
Water Street Southwest
39 residents recomanen
Beautiful lake for many walkers and joggers. A fountain for children to play in during warmer days.
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.
31 residents recomanen
Percival Landing
217 Thurston Ave NW
31 residents recomanen
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. 
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.
73 residents recomanen
Tumwater Falls Park
110 Deschutes Way SW
73 residents recomanen
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

Beautiful easy walking trail with an abundant wildlife of birds.
7 residents recomanen
Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Service Trail
Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Service Trail
7 residents recomanen
Beautiful easy walking trail with an abundant wildlife of birds.
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.
80 residents recomanen
Priest Point Park
2600 East Bay Drive Northeast
80 residents recomanen
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.
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.
26 residents recomanen
Parc Burfoot
6927 Boston Harbor Rd NE
26 residents recomanen
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.
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
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.
13 residents recomanen
Woodard Bay Conservation Area
13 residents recomanen
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

A central location for "staple" shopping stores.
6 residents recomanen
Capital Mall Station
6 residents recomanen
A central location for "staple" shopping stores.
19 residents recomanen
Archibald Sisters
406 Capitol Way S
19 residents recomanen
33 residents recomanen
Compass Rose
416 Capitol Way S
33 residents recomanen
6 residents recomanen
Drees of Olympia
524 Washington St SE
6 residents recomanen
12 residents recomanen
Captain Little
121 5th Ave SE
12 residents recomanen
Buck's Fifth Avenue Spice Shope
209 5th Ave SE
Thompson's Furniture & Gift
5407 Capitol Boulevard South
26 residents recomanen
Barnes & Noble
5711 Main St SW
26 residents recomanen
93 residents recomanen
Olympia Farmers Market
93 residents recomanen
Belleza Ropa Clothing and Shoes
101 Capitol Way N
11 residents recomanen
Childhood's End Gallery
222 4th Ave W
11 residents recomanen
Shipwreck Beads
8535 Commerce Pl Dr NE
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

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 residents recomanen
Ralph's Thriftway
1908 4th Ave E
27 residents recomanen
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.
7 residents recomanen
Albertsons
3520 Pacific Ave SE
7 residents recomanen
10 residents recomanen
Walmart Supercenter
1401 Galaxy Dr NE
10 residents recomanen
17 residents recomanen
Fred Meyer
555 Trosper Rd SW
17 residents recomanen
Rite Aid
691 Sleater Kinney Rd SE
21 residents recomanen
Bayview Thriftway
516 4th Ave W
21 residents recomanen
7 residents recomanen
Walgreens
1510 Cooper Point Rd SW
7 residents recomanen

Getting around

Capital Aeroporter Airport Shuttle
1342 88th Avenue Southeast
41 residents recomanen
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
940 Market St
41 residents recomanen
Hertz Car Rental
400 Cooper Point Road Southwest
Intercity Transit
205 Franklin Street Northeast
Aeroport Internacional de Seattle-Tacoma
17801 International Blvd
121 residents recomanen
Greyhound:Bus Station
205 Franklin St NE
Amtrak Lacey Station
6600 Yelm Hwy SE
RediCab Olympia Taxi
120 State Avenue Northeast