Things to Do

Seattle

Shiblee SadikMust See

Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Enjoy a 35-minute Washington State Ferry ride with skyline views, then bike or walk the island. Iconic PNW experience.

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Julia RiveraMust See

Pike Place Market

Watch fish-throwing, taste fresh seafood, and browse 9th oldest US market's stalls and street performers. Short walk from cruise terminal.

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Andrij AbyzovMust See

Space Needle

4.6 (56,317)

Ascend the 1962 icon for 360-degree Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains, and city views from 520 feet up. Seattle Center Monorail from pier.

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Chihuly Garden and Glass

4.7 (23,833)

Admire Dale Chihuly's vibrant glass sculptures indoors and outdoors amid the Space Needle. Mesmerizing light play perfect for photos.

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Seattle Aquarium

4.3 (22,708)

Encounter sea otters, harbor seals, and Puget Sound fish in this waterfront pier attraction. Family-friendly interactive exhibits.

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Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

4.6 (18,919)

Rock out with Nirvana, Hendrix exhibits, and sci-fi displays in Frank Gehry's guitar-shaped building. Next to Space Needle.

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Kerry Park

4.8 (18,864)

Capture the ultimate Seattle postcard view of Needle, skyscrapers, and Mt. Rainier. Quick taxi uphill photo stop.

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Briana CooperHidden Gem

Gum Wall

4.2 (13,257)

Snap quirky pics at this sticky Post Alley phenomenon of chewed gum layers 15-20 feet high. Market-adjacent oddity.

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Michael ChunnHidden Gem

Fremont Troll

4.5 (10,800)

Giggle at the massive concrete troll sculpture under Aurora Bridge clutching a real VW Beetle. Eccentric neighborhood gem.

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Prince Rupert

Ryan TaylorMust See

North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site

4.7 (276)

Restored 19th-century salmon cannery showing seafood industry boom. Guided tours of machinery and worker bunkhouses. Industrial heritage 20-min drive.

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Kyle CameronMust See

Museum of Northern British Columbia

4.6 (259)

Exhibits on First Nations Tsimshian culture with totem poles, carvings, and baskets. Insight into indigenous history in 1 hour. Key cultural hub near port.

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Butze Rapids Park

4.7 (121)

Short rainforest trails to powerful tidal rapids viewpoint and suspension bridge. Spot salmon runs seasonally. Easy nature walk from town.

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Kwinista Lodge Trails

4.7 (121)

Boardwalk trails through old-growth forest with bear viewing platforms and creek. Wildlife spotting chance. Serene woodland escape.

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Canada House Gallery

4.8 (26)

Art gallery in historic customs house with local indigenous prints and sculptures. Browse gifts and artist stories. Cultural shopping spot.

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Metlakatla First Nations Community

5.0 (4)

Short ferry to village with church, totems, and longhouse tours. Learn Tsimshian traditions. Community excursion option.

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Hidden Gem

Annabelle Mae Shipwreck

View rusted 1940s freighter wreck from shore near museum. Quick beach walk with maritime tales. Quirky seaside relic.

Mark StalzerHidden Gem

Sunken Gardens

4.7 (148)

Victorian-themed floral gardens donated by cannery owner, with ponds and rock work. Peaceful stroll amid thousands of flowers. Free hidden retreat.

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Victoria

Lance YungMust See

Butchart Gardens

4.8 (27,340)

Marvel at 55 acres of floral splendor with sunken gardens, rose displays, and fountains in this world-famous estate. 20-minute drive; shuttle available from Inner Harbour.

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Indy RandhawaMust See

Royal BC Museum

4.5 (10,871)

Immerse in First Nations culture, natural history, and an OMNIMAX theater in this acclaimed waterfront museum. Steps from the cruise terminal.

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Whale Watching Tours

4.9 (2,449)

Spot orcas, humpbacks, and seals on a 3-hour Strait of Juan de Fuca speedboat excursion. High success rate from Inner Harbour.

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Beacon Hill Park

4.7 (9,645)

Stroll peacocks, ponds, and totem poles in this 200-acre urban oasis near the Empress Hotel. Free peacock spotting delight.

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Parliament Buildings

4.7 (1,916)

Tour the Gothic Revival landmark with stained-glass domes and free gardens; evening light show illuminates the facade. Central location.

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Julio MontesHidden Gem

Craigdarroch Castle

4.5 (6,376)

Ascend turrets of this 1890 Victorian mansion with stained glass and opulent interiors. Rocky Mountain Road shuttle access.

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Abkhazi Garden

4.6 (754)

Discover a hidden woodland garden with Japanese maples and teahouse views. Intimate, lesser-known gem 10 minutes away.

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Fisherman's Wharf

4.6 (594)

Watch seals beg for fish, grab fish and chips from floating homes in this quirky harbor village. Short walk or bike from port.

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Edgardo CruzHidden Gem

Chinatown Gate & Fan Tan Alley

4.5 (177)

Explore North America's narrowest street with boutiques and murals in historic Chinatown. Quick cultural detour downtown.

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Nanaimo

Dan KilbankMust See

Nanaimo Harbourfront Walkway

Waterfront path with sea views, floatplanes, shops. Buskers, ice cream. Vibrant start.

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Petroglyph Provincial Park

3.7 (391)

Ancient First Nations rock carvings of animals, spirits. Short forest trail. Cultural treasure.

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Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

4.7 (599)

Short water taxi to beaches, trails, village site. Kayak, picnic. Island escape.

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Nanaimo Museum

4.5 (373)

Coal mining exhibits, Snuneymuxw artifacts, bathtubs race lore. Interactive fun. Local lore.

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Bastion Square

4.1 (20)

Historic block with 1850s blockhouse, galleries, pubs. Miners' history. Old town charm.

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Corrie SchryverHidden Gem

Maffeo Sutton Park

4.6 (3,783)

Playground, splash pad, marina views. Family chill. Central green.

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Scott BennieHidden Gem

Pipon Shore Trail

4.8 (2,465)

Easy loop hugging shores, forests, eagles. Butterflies too. Peaceful circuit.

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Iwona RewersHidden Gem

Dionisio Point (nearby)

4.7 (99)

Remote beach hikes from ferry. Seals, arbutus trees. Wild peninsula.

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Ketchikan

GustavMust See

Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show

4.7 (3,993)

High-energy log rolling, axe throwing, and chainsaw feats. Evening show. Thrilling entertainment.

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Ken HarrisonMust See

Creek Street

4.8 (99)

Historic red-light district turned shops and boardwalk over creek. Salmon run views. Quaint and fun.

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Totem Heritage Center

4.6 (1,031)

Authentic totem poles and carving demos. Cultural education. Respectful Tlingit history.

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Ketchikan Walking Tour

5.0 (567)

Guide-led history of cannery row and gold rush. Downtown stroll. Informative intro.

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Misty Fjords National Monument

4.6 (49)

Floatplane or boat tour to sheer cliffs and waterfalls. All-day excursion. Wilderness wow.

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Rich BellHidden Gem

Deer Mountain Trail

Hike to alpine meadows and viewpoints. Moderate 2-3 hours. Active hidden gem.

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Tongass Historical Museum

4.6 (388)

Artifacts from Tlingit and Russian eras. Small but packed. Local lore.

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Salmon Falls Resort and The Timbers RestaurantHidden Gem

Salmon Falls

4.5 (221)

Waterfalls with fish ladder for salmon viewing. Short walk. Nature's spectacle.

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Things to Do

Seattle

Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Pike Place Market

Space Needle

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Seattle Aquarium

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

Kerry Park

Gum Wall

Fremont Troll

Prince Rupert

North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site

Museum of Northern British Columbia

Butze Rapids Park

Kwinista Lodge Trails

Canada House Gallery

Metlakatla First Nations Community

Annabelle Mae Shipwreck

Sunken Gardens

Victoria

Butchart Gardens

Royal BC Museum

Whale Watching Tours

Beacon Hill Park

Parliament Buildings

Craigdarroch Castle

Abkhazi Garden

Fisherman's Wharf

Chinatown Gate & Fan Tan Alley

Nanaimo

Nanaimo Harbourfront Walkway

Petroglyph Provincial Park

Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

Nanaimo Museum

Bastion Square

Maffeo Sutton Park

Pipon Shore Trail

Dionisio Point (nearby)

Ketchikan

Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show

Creek Street

Totem Heritage Center

Ketchikan Walking Tour

Misty Fjords National Monument

Deer Mountain Trail

Tongass Historical Museum

Salmon Falls