Location: Leavenworth
Top Things to do in Leavenworth
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Leavenworth, Washington (WA)
Boasting Tudor revival architecture, a Bavarian Village style shopping area, an annual Bavarian Christmas celebration and one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations outside of Munich, Leavenworth offers up a little slice of Germany in the center of its spectacular Pacific Northwest landscape. The town boasts many tours, wine tasting rooms and even a museum of nutcrackers from the ancient to the quirky. Nearby Alpine Lakes Wilderness offers adventures in biking, hiking, skiing and more.
Restaurants in Leavenworth
1. Orion River Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 209 reviews
Daily, unhurried and overnight white water rafting trips in Washington and Oregon. Orion River Rafting - The Good Guides in the White Rafts - is a full-service outfitter providing all necessary river gear, professional and personable river guides. Established 1978.
2. Leavenworth Snowmobile Tours at Mountain Springs Lodge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 162 reviews
Guided snowmobile tours. 1 hour to 4 hour tours. All cold weather gear is provided. This is a great way to see spectacular Cascade Mountain scenery. Only 25 minutes from The Bavarian Village of Leavenworth and 35 minutes from Steven's Pass!
3. Mountain Springs Lodge Sleigh Rides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 253 reviews
Just like the good old days only better. A two horse sleigh, clean crisp winter air, the crunch of fresh snow, open meadows, snow covered trees, and the babbling waters of Beaver Creek, sleigh bells and the carol of your choice. Enjoy a hot spiced cider by the open fire. End your horse drawn sleigh ride with a sizzling steak dinner at Beaver Creek Lodge in front of the rock fireplace.
Reviewed By britneyives
My husband and I had so much fun on our wagon ride learning about the history of the land from our tour guide. We ended the ride with the best apple cider by a cozy fire. We will definitely be visiting again!
4. Kris Kringl - Where It's Christmas All Year Long!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By Rehsinup19 - Kent, United States
This store has a nice selection of Christmas decorations and ornaments and also Halloween decorations. This was fun to visit.
5. Icicle Ridge Trail
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By aradvany - Bellingham, United States
We were there on April 7th we got lucky and had a sunny day. This trail seems to open up early, virtually all the snow had melted. Water was flowing and the view at the top was spectacular. The climb itself is scenic, wide open, lots of switchbacks not a whole lot in the way of forest cover. The view from the top is spectacular. My only gripe would be road noise could not be escaped. I can't imagine how hot this trail must get in the summer.
6. Leavenworth Reindeer Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 403 reviews
Leavenworth Reindeer Farm is a USDA licensed farm located less than 1/2 mile from downtown Leavenworth. We provide farm tours for the whole family by appointment only. Come meet our friendly reindeer, feed them and take photos of a magical experience on the farm.
Reviewed By eshaynes - Portland, United States
Make reservations on their website. We got there about 25 minutes early to check in and there were good photo opportunities. After checking in, you can feed the chickens and turkeys, have a refreshment that is provided (cookies and coca), take pictures in/around the barn. When it is your time to go, everyone meets by the fire pit for a lesson on reindeer. After that, your group goes into the pen area with the reindeer. You are given food and the reindeer come up and eat. After that they help you get a picture with one reindeer. Absolutely fantastic time!
7. Refuge River Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 59 reviews
Do your kids love animals? Do they love feeding them, touching them, learning all about them? Refuge River Ranch is a wonderful place for kids to connect with animals without the crowds. Combined with unparalleled mountain scenery, there's nothing quite like Refuge River Ranch on earth.
Reviewed By chrispdx89 - Portland, United States
Found this gem while searching for fun things to do in Leavenworth and decided to surprise my wife with this amazing experience. If you are an animal lover and like to have that first hand experience with many animals then this is the place to go. Not only do you get to feed horses and goats but you get to hold a chicken get kissed by an alpaca and hear the most amazing rescue animal stories.
8. Waterfront Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 561 reviews
This pretty park, full of walking paths and viewing areas, is just a short walk away from downtown Leavenworth.
Reviewed By jcakrj - Spanaway, United States
Nice walk by the river, easy for kids. Has a play ground for younger kids. Nice place to cool down or just get away from crowds. Early mornings are best.
9. Front Street Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 381 reviews
This urban park hosts lots of outdoor activities year round.
Reviewed By jstally - Kennewick, United States
perfect sledding hills for the kids right downtown and in the evenings it’s all lit up with Christmas lights! also the gazebo has heaters in it to warm up when the family gets cold
10. Nutcracker Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 317 reviews
Displaying over 7000 nutcrackers, the Nutcracker Museum is a unique experience for visitors. People have come from all over the world specifically to view this unique collection. You’ll find nutcrackers from Roman times to modern day and nutting stones from the Archaic period. Children and grownups will enjoy a “nutcracker hunt”, our version of a scavenger hunt! As of December 2019, we are now located on the ground level in the same building we have always been in. Stop by and take a look at our newly expanded museum and store.
Reviewed By 1123410 - Whistler, Canada
Wow. This place is incredible!! We spent over an hour and could have spent 2 if it wasn’t for our toddler. What an incredible collection. For $5 this is absolutely worth the time. The staff were so friendly and the founder was there, 95yrs old and still doing what she loves how incredible! The shop has a great selection of ornaments and nutcrackers for sale and some pre owned for sale at a great price. Some were doing a scavenger hunt which looked cool to do!
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