Best Free Things to Do for Kids and Adults in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, the capital city of Washington State, offers a variety of free activities for both kids and adults:
- Washington State Capitol Campus:
- Take a free guided tour of the legislative building
- Explore the beautiful gardens and monuments
- Percival Landing Park:
- Stroll along the boardwalk
- Enjoy public art installations
- Watch boats in the marina
- Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge:
- Hike nature trails
- Observe local wildlife and birds
- Olympia Farmers Market:
- Browse local produce and crafts (free to enter)
- Enjoy live music performances
- Watershed Park:
- Walk through old-growth forest trails
- Learn about local ecology
- Bigelow House Museum:
- View the exterior of this historic home
- Learn about early Olympia history
- Olympia-Tumwater Foundation Falls Park:
- View the picturesque Tumwater Falls
- Picnic in the park
- Priest Point Park:
- Explore hiking trails
- Enjoy beach access and picnic areas
- Olympia Timberland Library:
- Attend free events and workshops
- Access books, computers, and resources
- Capitol Lake:
- Walk or jog around the lake
- Enjoy scenic views of the capitol building
