Washington Travel Guide: Explore the Best Parks, Historic Sites, and Hidden Gems
Explore Washington with this Roam Your Home travel guide. Discover rugged national parks, coastal landscapes, historic towns, museums, and outdoor adventures across the Evergreen State.
Discover Places to Explore
Looking for more places to explore? Browse all of our Roam Your Home articles about Washington, including national parks, coastal landscapes, mountains, and vibrant cities. From Olympic and Mount Rainier to the Pacific Northwest coastline, discover some of the best things to do in Washington.
Mount Rainier National Park
From rugged coastlines and temperate rainforests to towering volcanoes and alpine lakes, Washington’s parks showcase the incredible landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. Our featured Washington park highlights one of the state’s most spectacular outdoor adventures.
Columbia Hills Historical State Park
Washington’s historic places reflect Native cultures, early frontier communities, and the growth of the Pacific Northwest. Our featured Washington historic site highlights one destination that captures the state’s past.
Best National Parks in Washington
- Mount Rainier National Park
- North Cascades National Park
- Olympic National Park
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
- San Juan Island National Historical Park
- Whitman Mission National Historic Site
- Lake Chelan National Recreation Area
Top 5 Washington State Parks
- Deception Pass State Park
- Cape Disappointment State Park
- Palouse Falls State Park
- Lime Kiln Point State Park
- Columbia Hills Historical State Park
Top 5 Washington Museums
- Seattle Art Museum
- Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle
- Tacoma Art Museum
- Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle
- Burke Museum in Seattle
Know Before You Roam: Washington Quick Facts
- Largest City: Seattle
- High Point (Rank): Mount Rainier 14,411 ft (4)
- Lowest Elevation: Sea Level
- State Nickname: “The Evergreen State”
- State Flower: Coast Rhododendron
- State Tree: Western Hemlock
- State Animal: Olympic Marmot
- State Bird: American Goldfinch
- State Fish: Steelhead Trout
Explore Washington the Roam Your Home Travel Map
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Each marker points to one of our stories about national parks, scenic coastlines, historic sites, and cultural destinations. Click a pin to uncover the destination and plan your Washington adventure.