Top Things to do in Whidbey Island
Top Hotels in Whidbey Island
- 1. Captain Whidbey Inn (Since 1907)
- 2. Best Western Plus Oak Harbor Hotel & Conference Center
- 3. Saratoga Inn
- 4. Wildwood Farm Bed and Breakfast
- 5. The Coachman Inn & Suites
- 6. Captain Whidbey Inn (Since 1907)
- 7. Best Western Plus Oak Harbor Hotel & Conference Center
- 8. Auld Holland Inn
- 9. Candlewood Suites Oak Harbor, an IHG Hotel
- 10. Acorn Motor Inn
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Whidbey Island, Whidbey Island
Discover the best top things to do in Whidbey Island, United States including Whidbey Island Kayaking, Whidbey Island Distillery, Deception Pass State Park, The Whidbey Playhouse, Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, Fort Casey State Park, Spoiled Dog Winery, Joseph Whidbey State Park, Comforts of Whidbey Winery, Mystic Sea Charters.
Restaurants in Whidbey Island
1. Whidbey Island Kayaking
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
Whidbey Island Kayaking is a guided tour and full-service rental company that provides fun and safe experiences on the waters of Whidbey Island. We offer intimate, specialized tours that include early morning paddles, half-day adventures, birdwatching excursions, and nighttime bioluminescent viewings. Our rental options include both kayaks and paddle boards, and range from on the hour to multi-day. We also deliver to locations around the island!
2. Whidbey Island Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 190 reviews
Whidbey Island Distillery is a family owned business run by three generations of the Heising family. We set out in 2009 to make distilled spirits on Washington's own Whidbey Island, and in September 2011 we sold the first bottle of our Loganberry Liqueur. Bev and Steve Heising bought 9 acres of beautiful Whidbey Island hillside in 2009. They renovated existing buildings to include a distillery building (the Bunker), a residence (the Bunk House), a tasting room, and other multi-use buildings on the property. Since then the Whidbey Island Distillery has become a recognized producer of some of finest spirits in the world. Among numerous awards, our Blackberry Liqueur holds a 98 rating by the Beverage Testing Institute making it the highest rated spirit (of any kind) produced in North America.
Reviewed By TravelTalk2 - Seattle, United States
This small distillery is just a little way off of 525 and so worth the stop. Their tasting (one rye whiskey and four berry liqueurs) is free and our guide, Mike, was very informative and helpful. We like a good rye and this one has a nice honey/citrus front to it so we bought a bottle and also got the loganberry liqueur which has a good complex flavor. Check out their website for some fun recipes.
3. Deception Pass State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,381 reviews
This isn't a lie: with over 30 miles of hiking trails, this park is one of the premier hiking destinations in the country.
Reviewed By U6309DAmelissad - Arlington, United States
There are so many fantastic places to check out at this park...(As of April 2020 it is now closed due to COVID-19 but hope it opens soon!) The scenic beauty of this park is immense and varied. As I've strolled beside Cranberry lake in the early morning or at dusk I've seen beaver, otter, osprey and eagles, mergansers, gorgeous swans and snow geese, red breasted nuthatch, pileated woodpeckers, and so many other birds. When visiting West Beach there is nothing like the 'sea' of pink sea blush flowers that carpet the ground beside the dunes and the cries of oystercatchers (birds) that nest at Rosario flying by or red loons flying by the hundreds just over the water.. There is a handicapped accessible trail that is somewhere between 1/4 and 1/2 mile in distance at the dunes where you can see long hanging lichen that look like tinsel waving in the trees, along with magnificent Pacific Madrone trees, yew trees and crab apple trees. There is a marvelous "overlook' of the bog and lake in the middle of this unique micro-forest that is well worth the extra few steps to get there.as well as an ancient twisted Douglas Fir on the short, flat but a little bumpy with roots dunes trail. If you choose 'Bowman Bay to explore there are kayak rentals during Summer and a pier where a lot of folks do crabbing. There is a boat launch there as well as other sites. IF you head South from the boat launch you take a lovely 'up and down' trail to Lighthouse Island. On the side facing Deception Pass waters there is a unique habitat of a 'rocky bald' area filled with native wildflowers. On the way you'll cross a tombolo which is a sandy isthmus that connects the mainland with the island. There are unique plant communities there. .This is where you can see 'wild carrot' and 'silverweed' whose roots were a food of the Native peoples before there were 'grocery stores! Rosario beach area is the site of an ancient Samish Village site (occupied by First Peoples for over 10k years) Is a peaceful, lovely place where the small, beautiful flat pebbles make a lovely sound as the tide comes in an out..This is a perfect place for barbecues, weddings, and there is a wide open grass field and shelter for special events. The tidepools there host some great diverse creatures from sea stars to sea anemones, small crabs, different kinds of little fish, barnacles and seaweeds. This is a delicate ecosystem so please read the signs and tread with care and go during the low tide to see the most interesting creatures! Take only pictures and leave with only happy memories! Throughout this park there are these gorgeous, rustic, hand-built stone shelters complete with wood fired stoves made by the Conservation Corps in the 1920s that are buildings and works of art! At Christmas time they put on a Holiday gathering with a roaring fire and invite "Santa and Mrs' Claus" for the kids..The whole family or if it is just yourself are welcome to come, join in the live music, & enjoy hot cocoa and cookies! Then there is the old growth forest at Hoypus Point, where a lot of folks fish from and boat launch, This forest is a avorite place for us mushroomers! Pass Lake is fantastic for just pulling over while you're on a drive as it is right off Hiway 30.. A lot of folks go there for fishing...I like swimming there but not too many people do as it is colder than ..Cranberry Lake that has swimming and picnicking and small boat rentals in the summer! Goose Rock is a steep treck uphill for about 600-800 feet but well worth the view...sepctacular! It is like being up in an airplane and on a clear day you can see the Olympics, a wide swath of the Salish Sea and Cranberry Lake in it's entirety. This too is a lovely place to be 'on top of the world' like an eagle looking down on everything. There are trails from here that lead either to Cornet Bay Learning Center or to the bridge in a trail called the "perimeter' trail that is also lovely Finally, even if you just 'drive through' if you are a passenger you'll get an 'amazing' view from the bridge as you pass by...fantastic sunsets and sunrises. These are but a few of the treasurer of this amazing park...I'm so happy to live only 15 minutes away and I go there every chance I can...it is the BEST place in the world!
4. The Whidbey Playhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By allenb2020 - Oak Harbor, United States
Outstanding production of M*A*S*H I was extremely delighted to see this production Our town has so many talented people residing in it
5. Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 256 reviews
Reviewed By CascadiaPNW - Bellevue, United States
Great views and easy hike but not for anyone with fear of heights, that's for sure! The trail along the cliff-side is just a few feet wide and a fall would be quite fatal. Makes you feel like you're on an adventure! Lots of photo spots. In the end, you get to descend and walk along the sea between the driftwood and Admiralty Inlet and feel great that you made it! We parked near the cemetery and walked by Ebey's historic home and the block house. The sweeping views along this path of the farmland were lovely. It adds a bit more than a mile to the hike. Hike is a bit over 5 miles total and took over 4 hours with lots of photo stops.
6. Fort Casey State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 545 reviews
Reviewed By Aolisi - Coupeville, United States
Fort Casey is a great place for a family outing. There are picnic tables, large fields for frisbee or flying kites, beaches to walk on, and of course the old fort with lots of twisty passages to explore.
7. Spoiled Dog Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Extraordinary Pinot Noir from the heart of Puget Sound. Enjoy our fine wines including estate-grown and award-winning varieties at our vineyard and winery. We're located off SR 525 on Maxwelton, a short drive from the Clinton Ferry on Whidbey Island. Dogs are welcome in our outdoor seating area only.
Reviewed By siloamjim - Harrison, United States
We’ve been stopping here each summer for several years. The setting is simply beautiful. We’ve visited wineries in several states, including Sonoma and Napa counties and Santa Ynez in California, but haven’t seen a better nature setting. The wine is good (try the Rosé and their estate Pinot Noir), and they’ve done a nice job adjusting to the pandemic with a cute service window in their tasting barn and outdoor seating. Driving through the towering pine/fir trees into this farm and vineyard is always a treat.
8. Joseph Whidbey State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By travelwhere - Modesto, United States
The water had waves. It seemed cleaner looking with not as much seaweed Ebey’s landing. Had nice picnic areas.The driftwood was pretty.
9. Comforts of Whidbey Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Comforts of Whidbey is a family owned winery, bed & breakfast, event venue on a 22 acre family run farm. With water views of Puget Sound, a new event facility and tasting room, this is a must do when visiting Whidbey Island. Come experience the award-winning estate whites and red wines in a truly unique and beautiful island setting. The bed & breakfast is an adult only, no pets lodging with comfortable beds, a delicious breakfast and of course great wines.
10. Mystic Sea Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
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