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The lakes of Chelan County are often touted as Washington’s Playground because of the range of sports and beautiful scenery available to visitors.

The lakes of Chelan County are often touted as Washington’s Playground because of the range of sports and beautiful scenery available to visitors.

As well as dominating the skyline around Seattle, the huge volcanic mountain of Mount Rainier is also the epicentre of a large national park.

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

Marvel at the awesome power of nature at the National Volcanic Monument, a 90-minute drive away from Portland.

As well as dominating the skyline around Seattle, the huge volcanic mountain of Mount Rainier is also the epicentre of a large national park.

Don’t miss one of Tacoma’s top cultural attractions, which is among the most prestigious museums in the Northwest region.

Visit Tacoma to see stunning glass art and excellent museums. Explore nearby majestic Mount Rainier or a large urban park on Puget Sound. 

Walk down a shaded, narrow street and pass elegant 19th-century homes now occupied by museums and private residences.

An exciting museum exploring the colourful history of aviation, from the early experiments of the Wright brothers through to futuristic space exploration.

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

Marvel at the awesome power of nature at the National Volcanic Monument, a 90-minute drive away from Portland.

Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighborhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.

As well as dominating the skyline around Seattle, the huge volcanic mountain of Mount Rainier is also the epicentre of a large national park.

Green mountains and freshwater lakes, wildlife spotting, hiking and cycling trails all make for a memorable vacation in the Emerald Isle. 

Stride around a 19th-century fort, watch live craft demonstrations and learn about Washington’s trading and military history.

Green mountains and freshwater lakes, wildlife spotting, hiking and cycling trails all make for a memorable vacation in the Emerald Isle. 

Watch fish travel upstream, see boats head out to sea and explore quiet gardens at canal gates that remain a crucial part of Seattle’s waterways.

A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.

Watch some of the world’s best glassblowers demonstrate their skills and admire 20th- and 21st-century glass artworks at this extraordinary museum.

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

A great day out for visitors to Seattle, a captivating rainforest peninsula popular with hikers, skiers, and those simply looking for an escape.

Visit Tacoma to see stunning glass art and excellent museums. Explore nearby majestic Mount Rainier or a large urban park on Puget Sound. 

Located in the National Historic District and looking out onto Elliot Bay, this is Seattle’s oldest historic site in the heart of the city.