Guidebook for Olympia
Food
Koibito Sushi Japanese Restaurant
1707 Harrison Ave NWCraving sushi? This is the place to go.
You'll enjoy live music performances in addition to produce, craft vendors, restaurants, bakeries, and a couple that makes balloon animals.
Check for days/hours: http://www.olympiafarmersmarket.com
93 locals recommend
Olympia Farmers Market
You'll enjoy live music performances in addition to produce, craft vendors, restaurants, bakeries, and a couple that makes balloon animals.
Check for days/hours: http://www.olympiafarmersmarket.com
Great breakfasts within walking distance. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 7 am to 1 pm.
17 locals recommend
Hash
1807 Harrison Ave NWGreat breakfasts within walking distance. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 7 am to 1 pm.
Just a few steps away on Division. Order a pizza or just grab a slice. They also have calzones, salad, and gelato. They open at 11 am.
21 locals recommend
Vics Pizzeria
233 Division St NWJust a few steps away on Division. Order a pizza or just grab a slice. They also have calzones, salad, and gelato. They open at 11 am.
This drive through (or walk-up) burger joint has a long history in Olympia. It is conveniently located next to Woodruff Park.
Eagan's Westside Drive-In
1420 Harrison Ave NWThis drive through (or walk-up) burger joint has a long history in Olympia. It is conveniently located next to Woodruff Park.
Olympia Coffee Roasting
Great coffee - within walking distance (0.3 miles).
ilk Lodge
A great place for craft beer and a bite to eat.
Essentials
Westside Laundry
2103 Harrison Ave NWLast wash is at 7;30 p.m.
Olympia Food Co-op
921 Rogers St NWEntertainment & Activities
Capitol Theater
206 5th Ave SEFilms, live music, and many unique events
Capital Mall
625 Black Lake Blvd SWParks & Nature
Yashiro Japanese Garden
1010 Plum St SEGreat place to relax and reflect. It's small, but peaceful.
Great place to enjoy nature and take an walk. The trail is mainly level and accessible.
McLane Creek Nature Trail Pond Loop Trailhead
McLane Creek Nature TrailGreat place to enjoy nature and take an walk. The trail is mainly level and accessible.
Garfield Nature Trail Park
620 Rogers St NWLots of steps...may not be for everyone.
This park has a "sprayground" - yep, that's what they call it. It's basically a place for kids of all ages to cool off on a warm day. There are also tennis courts and lots of grass. (Plus, it's right next to Eagan's Westside Drive-In.)
Woodruff Park
1500 Harrison Ave NWThis park has a "sprayground" - yep, that's what they call it. It's basically a place for kids of all ages to cool off on a warm day. There are also tennis courts and lots of grass. (Plus, it's right next to Eagan's Westside Drive-In.)
Take a stroll around Capitol Lake. The circular path leads you through both Heritage Park and Marathon Park. The 1.5 mile walk features level ground and benches for resting/viewing.
9 locals recommend
Heritage Park
5th Avenue SouthwestTake a stroll around Capitol Lake. The circular path leads you through both Heritage Park and Marathon Park. The 1.5 mile walk features level ground and benches for resting/viewing.
Sightseeing
Washington State Capitol Building
416 Sid Snyder Avenue SouthwestArts & Culture
Bigelow House Museum
918 Glass Ave NETraveler advice
Getting around
Intercity Transit
The Transit Center (downtown Oly) connects Olympia, Lacey, and Tumwater. Bus #41 is near the property and serves The Evergreen State College and Downtown Olympia.