Guidebook for Sequim and Port Angeles
Arts, Culture & Science
See the works of several local artists. The gallery is a co-operative and is staffed by the artists themselves.
Blue Whole Gallery
129 W Washington StSee the works of several local artists. The gallery is a co-operative and is staffed by the artists themselves.
See Native American art and crafts created by local artists. Tour the Tribal Center to see the many totems carved by local artisans.
Jamestown S'Klallam Art Gallery
1033 Old Blyn HwySee Native American art and crafts created by local artists. Tour the Tribal Center to see the many totems carved by local artisans.
The Fine Arts Center itself is a lovely building nestled in a beautiful woodsy setting, with views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Lots of great art on display. The staff and volunteers are very friendly. Check the website for hours and events.
29 locals recommend
Port Angeles Fine Art Center
1203 E Lauridsen BlvdThe Fine Arts Center itself is a lovely building nestled in a beautiful woodsy setting, with views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Lots of great art on display. The staff and volunteers are very friendly. Check the website for hours and events.
A lovely little library funded by the Carnegie Foundation. The library features many photos and artifacts from the area, and includes historical information about the Lower Elwha Klallam tribe and early European settlers.
Museum at the Carnegie
205 S Lincoln StA lovely little library funded by the Carnegie Foundation. The library features many photos and artifacts from the area, and includes historical information about the Lower Elwha Klallam tribe and early European settlers.
The Discovery Center is an interactive, hands-on marine science museum. Great for kids of all ages!
7 locals recommend
Olympic Coast Discovery Center
115 E Railroad AveThe Discovery Center is an interactive, hands-on marine science museum. Great for kids of all ages!
The museum just moved to a new and larger facility at 544 North Sequim Avenue (the above photo is of the old facility). Features art, photos, and natural history artifacts from the area. Learn about Joe Rantz and the UW Rowing Team that won gold at the 1938 Olympics.
8 locals recommend
Museum & Arts Center
544 N Sequim AveThe museum just moved to a new and larger facility at 544 North Sequim Avenue (the above photo is of the old facility). Features art, photos, and natural history artifacts from the area. Learn about Joe Rantz and the UW Rowing Team that won gold at the 1938 Olympics.
Olympic National Park (ONP)
The most diverse of the National Parks in the US.
We highly recommend that you start your ONP visit at the Visitors Center on Mount Angeles Road, just south of Park Avenue. The rangers can provide an overview of the Park, as well as current information on road and trail conditions, and tides. The wta.org website is a great place to check out hiking trails in and around ONP.
86 locals recommend
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
3002 Mt Angeles RdWe highly recommend that you start your ONP visit at the Visitors Center on Mount Angeles Road, just south of Park Avenue. The rangers can provide an overview of the Park, as well as current information on road and trail conditions, and tides. The wta.org website is a great place to check out hiking trails in and around ONP.
If it’s overcast, check the webcams (do an Internet search on “Hurricane Ridge webcams“). It’s often sunny up there when the skies are gray in Sequim. Spectacular views of Mount Olympus and the back ranges, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
204 locals recommend
Hurricane Ridge
If it’s overcast, check the webcams (do an Internet search on “Hurricane Ridge webcams“). It’s often sunny up there when the skies are gray in Sequim. Spectacular views of Mount Olympus and the back ranges, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
One of our favorite places in ONP, no matter the weather. Two easy hikes in this area are: Marymere Falls and the Spruce RR Trail. Hanging out at the Lodge is a good option too.
7 locals recommend
Crescent Lake
One of our favorite places in ONP, no matter the weather. Two easy hikes in this area are: Marymere Falls and the Spruce RR Trail. Hanging out at the Lodge is a good option too.
The Falls are beautiful and the hike through the forest to get there is lovely. This is our favorite short hike in ONP.
71 locals recommend
Sol Duc Falls
The Falls are beautiful and the hike through the forest to get there is lovely. This is our favorite short hike in ONP.
On the way to Sol Duc Falls. If the salmon are running, this is a great place to watch them work their way up river.
Salmon Cascades
On the way to Sol Duc Falls. If the salmon are running, this is a great place to watch them work their way up river.
The closest Pacific Coast beaches are at La Push. You can drive to First Beach (next to the fishing village for the Quilleute tribe) or Rialto Beach. Second Beach is our favorite, but involves a short hike to get there.
64 locals recommend
La Push
The closest Pacific Coast beaches are at La Push. You can drive to First Beach (next to the fishing village for the Quilleute tribe) or Rialto Beach. Second Beach is our favorite, but involves a short hike to get there.
The beach hike from Rialto Beach to Hole-in-the-Wall is one of our favorites. Be sure to check the tides before starting out.
7 locals recommend
Hole-In-The-Wall
The beach hike from Rialto Beach to Hole-in-the-Wall is one of our favorites. Be sure to check the tides before starting out.
The northwestern tip of the Continental US. Lots of sea caves and sea birds, including puffins, marbled murrelets, and rhinoceros auklets.
50 locals recommend
Cape Flattery
The northwestern tip of the Continental US. Lots of sea caves and sea birds, including puffins, marbled murrelets, and rhinoceros auklets.
Food Scene
Located at the John Wayne Marina on Sequim Bay. A very scenic place to get some of the best locally-sourced seafood in the area.
48 locals recommend
Dockside Grill
2577 W Sequim Bay RdLocated at the John Wayne Marina on Sequim Bay. A very scenic place to get some of the best locally-sourced seafood in the area.
One of the best farm-to-table restaurants in the area for organic, gluten-free, and vegan menu choices. Great meat and seafood dishes too! Located where the old Cedarbrook Herb Farm used to be.
50 locals recommend
Nourish Sequim
101 Provence View LaneOne of the best farm-to-table restaurants in the area for organic, gluten-free, and vegan menu choices. Great meat and seafood dishes too! Located where the old Cedarbrook Herb Farm used to be.
Rustic charm with great American comfort food. The Café used to be the local watering hole back in the day, when the Carlsborg area was home to several lumber mills.
26 locals recommend
Old Mill Cafe
721 Carlsborg RdRustic charm with great American comfort food. The Café used to be the local watering hole back in the day, when the Carlsborg area was home to several lumber mills.
Simple menu, good food. While seating is provided, it's a good place to grab a meal to go for a picnic on the beach.
52 locals recommend
Jose's Famous Salsa
126 E Washington StSimple menu, good food. While seating is provided, it's a good place to grab a meal to go for a picnic on the beach.
Excellent authentic Thai dishes. Pleasant wait staff with a nice atmosphere.
18 locals recommend
Galare Thai
111 W Bell StExcellent authentic Thai dishes. Pleasant wait staff with a nice atmosphere.
Excellent breakfast and lunch place. Home of the Apple Pancake and other delectable delights.
82 locals recommend
Oak Table Cafe
292 W Bell StExcellent breakfast and lunch place. Home of the Apple Pancake and other delectable delights.
Great sandwiches and soups. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons and evenings, they serve very tasty barbecued meats (chicken, beef ribs, beef brisket) and great side dishes (sweet beans, coleslaw). Outdoor seating only. Great for take-out. Proprietors are very friendly.
11 locals recommend
Gabbys Java
471 Business Park LoopGreat sandwiches and soups. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons and evenings, they serve very tasty barbecued meats (chicken, beef ribs, beef brisket) and great side dishes (sweet beans, coleslaw). Outdoor seating only. Great for take-out. Proprietors are very friendly.
Authentic Mexican food, very friendly staff, responsive service.
7 locals recommend
Sergio's Family Mexican Restaurant
271 S 7th AveAuthentic Mexican food, very friendly staff, responsive service.
Gourmet pizza and other delectable entrees, and a cozy atmosphere.
70 locals recommend
Alder Wood Bistro
139 W Alder StGourmet pizza and other delectable entrees, and a cozy atmosphere.
Sumptuous small plates and great desserts. One of the nicest bars in the area for well drinks.
30 locals recommend
Blondie's Plate
134 S 2nd AveSumptuous small plates and great desserts. One of the nicest bars in the area for well drinks.
The best Thai restaurant on the Olympic Peninsula. Great atmosphere, responsive service, and delectable Thai dishes.
90 locals recommend
Sabai Thai
903 W 8th StThe best Thai restaurant on the Olympic Peninsula. Great atmosphere, responsive service, and delectable Thai dishes.
The best restaurant for breakfast in Port Angeles. Great food and coffee. The baked goods that come with a full breakfast are amazing.
40 locals recommend
First Street Haven Restaurant
107 E 1st StThe best restaurant for breakfast in Port Angeles. Great food and coffee. The baked goods that come with a full breakfast are amazing.
One of the best restaurants for breakfast in Port Angeles. Great food and very friendly wait staff.
10 locals recommend
Cafe Garden
1506 E 1st StOne of the best restaurants for breakfast in Port Angeles. Great food and very friendly wait staff.
The very best restaurant in Port Angeles for lunch, if you're in the mood for a sandwich, salad, or soup. The desserts are excellent as well. We like to go there to grab a sandwich or salad to go, when heading out west for a hike. Warning: closed on weekends.
27 locals recommend
Toga's Soup House Deli & Gourmet
122 W Lauridsen BlvdThe very best restaurant in Port Angeles for lunch, if you're in the mood for a sandwich, salad, or soup. The desserts are excellent as well. We like to go there to grab a sandwich or salad to go, when heading out west for a hike. Warning: closed on weekends.
If you've tried the Oak Table in Sequim and loved it, then you need to try Chestnut Cottage. The same family owns and manages both restaurants.
58 locals recommend
Chestnut Cottage Restaurant
929 E Front StIf you've tried the Oak Table in Sequim and loved it, then you need to try Chestnut Cottage. The same family owns and manages both restaurants.
If you love crepes, either sweet or savory, then you'll love this restaurant. Close to the waterfront in Port Angeles.
7 locals recommend
La Belle Creperie
222 N Lincoln StIf you love crepes, either sweet or savory, then you'll love this restaurant. Close to the waterfront in Port Angeles.
One of the few BBQ restaurants on the Olympic Peninsula. If you're in the mood for BBQ and plan to dine in Port Angeles, this is the place.
8 locals recommend
Coyote BBQ Pub
201 E Front StOne of the few BBQ restaurants on the Olympic Peninsula. If you're in the mood for BBQ and plan to dine in Port Angeles, this is the place.
If you're thirsty and you're in the mood for pub grub, this is the best place to go on the Olympic Peninsula. The food is excellent and they have several rotating taps offering craft beers, ales, and hard ciders from all around the Pacific Northwest. They are open late, but expect a wait. The wait is worth it.
152 locals recommend
Next Door Gastropub
113 W 1st StIf you're thirsty and you're in the mood for pub grub, this is the best place to go on the Olympic Peninsula. The food is excellent and they have several rotating taps offering craft beers, ales, and hard ciders from all around the Pacific Northwest. They are open late, but expect a wait. The wait is worth it.
If you are into the Twilight series, pasta dishes, or locally sourced seafood, this is your kind of place. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is cozy.
54 locals recommend
Bella Italia
118 E 1st StIf you are into the Twilight series, pasta dishes, or locally sourced seafood, this is your kind of place. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is cozy.
The restaurant at Lake Crescent Lodge is one of our favorites on the Olympic Peninsula. The views of the Lake from the restaurant are picturesque and the food is very good. The menu features locally sourced seafood.
100 locals recommend
Lake Crescent Lodge
416 Lake Crescent RdThe restaurant at Lake Crescent Lodge is one of our favorites on the Olympic Peninsula. The views of the Lake from the restaurant are picturesque and the food is very good. The menu features locally sourced seafood.
A cozy, casual restaurant offering great, locally sourced seafood dishes. If you love oysters, this is the place to get them.
23 locals recommend
Michael's Seafood & Steakhouse
117B East 1st StreetA cozy, casual restaurant offering great, locally sourced seafood dishes. If you love oysters, this is the place to get them.
Essentials
One of Sequim's hidden gems. Lots of organic and natural food items; great produce, meats, and seafood. Sunny Farms has an excellent deli. Get sandwiches & salads here for a picnic or hike.
75 locals recommend
Sunny Farms Country Store
261461 US-101One of Sequim's hidden gems. Lots of organic and natural food items; great produce, meats, and seafood. Sunny Farms has an excellent deli. Get sandwiches & salads here for a picnic or hike.
Natural food store featuring local produce, meats, and cheeses. Country Aire has a very good deli, where you can get sandwiches, salads, etc. for your picnic or hike.
80 locals recommend
Country Aire Natural Foods
200 W 1st StNatural food store featuring local produce, meats, and cheeses. Country Aire has a very good deli, where you can get sandwiches, salads, etc. for your picnic or hike.
Nash farms ~400 acres in the Sequim-Dungeness area. All of their produce, poultry, and pork is certified organic.
24 locals recommend
Nash's Organic Produce
1865 E Anderson RdNash farms ~400 acres in the Sequim-Dungeness area. All of their produce, poultry, and pork is certified organic.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Oasis Bar and Grill
301 E Washington StThe closest thing to Cheers you'll find in Sequim.
Good selection of Washington wines. Live music featuring local and regional talent. Check their website for a current calendar of events.
23 locals recommend
Wind Rose Cellars
143 W Washington StGood selection of Washington wines. Live music featuring local and regional talent. Check their website for a current calendar of events.
If you're thirsty and you're in the mood for pub grub, this is the best place to go on the Olympic Peninsula. The food is excellent and they have several rotating taps offering craft beers, ales, and hard ciders from all around the Pacific Northwest. They are open late, but expect a wait. The wait is worth it.
152 locals recommend
Next Door Gastropub
113 W 1st StIf you're thirsty and you're in the mood for pub grub, this is the best place to go on the Olympic Peninsula. The food is excellent and they have several rotating taps offering craft beers, ales, and hard ciders from all around the Pacific Northwest. They are open late, but expect a wait. The wait is worth it.
Entertainment & Activities
Our favorite lavender farm. Rolling terrain and beautiful grounds. Nice gift shop featuring all kinds of lavender products.
18 locals recommend
Jardin du Soleil Lavender Farm
3932 Sequim-Dungeness WayOur favorite lavender farm. Rolling terrain and beautiful grounds. Nice gift shop featuring all kinds of lavender products.
Purple Haze Lavender Farm
180 Bell Bottom RdSunshine Herb and Lavender Farm
274154 US-101Pick berries and lavender, in season. Berries available include: strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and loganberries.
17 locals recommend
Graysmarsh Berry Farm
6187 Woodcock RdPick berries and lavender, in season. Berries available include: strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and loganberries.
Make a memory of Sequim while creating glass art. While there, be sure to check out the adorable farm animals. By appointment only.
Molten Momma's Hot Shop
4629 Happy Valley RdMake a memory of Sequim while creating glass art. While there, be sure to check out the adorable farm animals. By appointment only.
Shopping
A great boutique in downtown Sequim featuring tasteful yet casual home furnishings, décor items, and special gifts.
16 locals recommend
Over the Fence
118 E Washington StA great boutique in downtown Sequim featuring tasteful yet casual home furnishings, décor items, and special gifts.
A great downtown Sequim boutique featuring home décor and special gifts with an outdoorsy Pacific Northwest flair.
Fieldnotes
123 E Washington StA great downtown Sequim boutique featuring home décor and special gifts with an outdoorsy Pacific Northwest flair.
If you like anything and everything lavender, Purple Haze has to be on your list of places to go.
Purple Haze Lavender Gift Shop
127 W Washington StIf you like anything and everything lavender, Purple Haze has to be on your list of places to go.
Across Mill Road from Sunny Farms. Featuring women's clothing, accessories, and jewelry. Great styles at reasonable prices. My wife says it's a treasure!
Paisleys Boutique
20 Mill RdAcross Mill Road from Sunny Farms. Featuring women's clothing, accessories, and jewelry. Great styles at reasonable prices. My wife says it's a treasure!