Washington Travel
If you’re interested in traveling to a state with something for everyone, Washington is the place to go. Not only will you find vineyards and mountains, but coastline and cosmopolitan attractions also offer beauty and entertainment. Not sure where to begin or how to organize your time? This Web guide can get you ready to make the most of the Evergreen State. For a Spanish-language version of the Guide, click here.
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Discover Washington's hidden gems with the help of the Web. From Puget Sound to Seattle to Washington’s wine country, you can get a taste of it all with the sites in this section.
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- If you plan to travel in Seattle while visiting Washington, consider getting the Go Seattle Card. The card lets you visit multiple attractions throughout the city at a reduced rate.
- Visit the Travel/Outdoors section of The Seattle Times to learn about local hot spots and worthwhile destinations both in Seattle and throughout Washington.
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For an overview of Washington tourism…
The Official Site of Washington State Tourism
is a great place to begin discovering what the state has to offer. Especially helpful is the Activities & Attractions section that highlights some of the state’s open-air adventures. Go to Events to find out what’s happening while you’re there, or visit Cities to learn about urban destinations.
Destination360
offers a panoramic view of the Washington landscape, be it of the great outdoors, cityscapes or indoor venues. Most of the locations or events listed include a 360-degree look at the surroundings through video footage. If video is unavailable, then a photo tour is provided.
For Seattle…
The New York Times
offers a travel guide to Seattle that includes tips on attractions, accommodations and events not-to-be missed in Washington’s biggest city.
Traveldk.com
lists the top 10 most worthwhile attractions in Seattle, and includes guides to arts, culture, food and drink, shopping and accommodations.
For destinations and national parks…
Travelcascadia.com
covers a number of regions in Washington, highlighting some of the destinations and attractions the state has to offer, like the coast region and the islands.
GORP
offers a look at some of Washington State’s most popular destinations including national parks and monuments. You’ll also find a selection of scenic road trips throughout the state.
For Mount Rainer…
The National Park Service
has a guide to Mount Rainer that includes basic sections on Fees & Reservations
and Things to Know Before You Come, outlining park accessibility, road conditions, traveling with pets and more.
and Things to Know Before You Come, outlining park accessibility, road conditions, traveling with pets and more.
For Puget Sound…
Puget Sound Magazine
is dedicated to travel in Puget Sound, aimed at both tourists and locals. You’ll find information on accommodations, dining and attractions, as well as travel tips. Go to About Puget Sound for local history, conservation and regional weather.
For Washington wine country…
Washington Wine Country
has a vineyard locator that allows you to search by viticultural area, city or vineyard name. Visit the News & Events section to find out about upcoming tastings.
Where to Stay in Washington
Washington State has a wide range of accommodations to offer, including urban hotels with modern design, country bed and breakfasts, RV parks with alpine scenery and lush forests where you can pitch a tent. Use the following sites to find whatever type of lodging you’re looking for, complete with reviews, photos and contact information.
Dulcinea's Insight
- Have a look at some of the accommodation sections of other Washington tourism Web sites listed in this Web guide, as many official tourism sites also provide lodging directories.
- Visit findingDulcinea’s Travel Web guide for even more hotel directories.
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For a directory of hotels in Washington…
The Washington State Hotel & Lodging Association
allows you to search for accommodations by city or region. Just select your destination from the dropdown menu to get an alphabetical list of lodging suggestions.
Northwest Secret Places
offers an overview of Washington travel, including a section that links to unique lodgings in Sequim, Forks, Port Angeles and the Northwest coast. Also use this site to find attractions and events, with recommended lodging near each destination.
For RV park directories and reviews…
RV Park Reviews
lists RV parks across Washington with reviews, rates, contact info and detailed information about the amenities of each park.
For hotels in Seattle…
Downtown Hotels Seattle
is a directory to hotels in Seattle. Look for photos, Web sites and online booking options. Scroll down the homepage to find a map of the downtown area showing the exact location of each hotel.
For camping…
Washington State Parks
provides maps, campground availability and reservation information on state parks in Washington.
For bed and breakfasts…
The Washington Bed and Breakfast Guild
helps you locate inns in any region of Washington State. Select your area of preference on the map provided to get a list of B&Bs in the region. Or use the dropdown menu to narrow your options by city.
Getting Around Washington
There are many ways to get to Washington State, and many ways to explore the scenery once you arrive. This Web guide provides information on booking trains, airplanes, buses or cruises. You’ll also find maps and driving information for cars or RVs, plus hiking and biking routes.
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- If you’re traveling by air, visit findingDulcinea’s Travel Web Guide to search for affordable flights to Washington State.
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For trains…
The Official Site of Washington State Tourism
has a section dedicated to Washington State train rides. Learn about taking historic or scenic tours of the state by rail.
Amtrak
’s “Cascades” line runs the length of the Pacific Northwest, from Vancouver, British Columbia to Eugene, Oregon, with many Washington cities in between. Purchase tickets to get to the Pacific Northwest on one of Amtrak’s national lines.
For airplanes…
The Washington State Department of Transportation
includes a list of Washington airports and flight tracking options.
Kenmore Air
offers many flights around the Pacific Northwest including Washington State and its islands.
For bus travel…
The Washington State Department of Transportation
has information on shuttles to and from airports as well as schedules and information on local buses and public transportation within Washington.
Greyhound
provides buses to Washington State from national destinations.
Northwestern Stage Lines, Inc.
is a bus company serving the Pacific Northwest with local routes through Washington State.
For driving and road trips…
The Washington State Department of Transportation
has most of the information necessary for traveling around Washington by car. You’ll find road maps, statewide traffic alerts, ferry schedules, weather reports and information on mountain passes.
Travel Washington
has a search feature that helps you create a road trip based on how many hours you want to spend in the car. The site also allows you to search for car rentals.
For hiking and biking…
The Washington State Department of Transportation
provides maps and routes for hiking and biking in Washington State.
For cruises…
WorldWeb.com
offers a directory service for cruises to and from Washington. Book via this site, or use it to research the different cruise lines and trips available.
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