Location: Gig Harbor
Top Things to do in Gig Harbor
Top 10 Things to do in Gig Harbor, United States
Gig Harbor is the name of both a bay on Puget Sound and a city on its shore in Pierce County, Washington, United States. The population was 7,126 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Gig Harbor
1. Point Defiance Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Scenic park offering more than 700 acres of woodland trails, gardens and waterfront views, along with a zoo and aquarium.
Reviewed By John S - Columbia, Missouri
I had never been to Tacoma before and was only there for one day so wasn't sure what to do. So glad we decided to explore Point Defiance. Such a beautiful park with tons of fun things to do. Must visit if in Tacoma!
2. Cushman Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By dcyagura - Gig Harbor, Washington
My wife and I have walked the newer section of the Cushman trail, since it is closer for us than the original Cushman trail. This trail was well designed and maintained, and everyone we have encountered to date has demonstrated common courtesy, whether walkers, joggers or cyclists. The only drawback, if you will, is limited parking.
3. Harbor History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By Mary B - Gig Harbor, Washington
This wonderful museum includes a variety of permanent and temporary exhibits with a common theme around life in the Harbor. There's a fishing boat on permanent display so you can learn about the industry that put the area on the map. Exhibits are well done by the hardworking staff and often include items on loan from families still living in the area.
4. 5 Mile Drive & Trails
Overall Ratings
5 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By jgbtravels - Louisville, KY
We are fortunate we decided to stay in Tacoma to visit the sights rather than go back to Seattle. When we first got to the park when they opened up the 5 Mile Drive was closed. We decided to go back around one more time and it was open. Lucky us.This is really a lovely drive with numerous photo opportunities. Don't miss it or the rose garden near Pearl Street. Worth the effort to see.
5. Sehmel Homestead Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By vollbm - Gig Harbor, Washington
2 nicely maintained tennis courts, also has basketball, full size soccer turf soccer field, new restrooms, baseball etc. Nicely maintained and separate areas for sports, dog walkers, runners on trails
6. Heritage Distilling Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By WILLIAM R - Hilton Head, South Carolina
Heidi is very knowledgeable about product and process! She was able to guide us through their surprisingly large selections without ever a hint of pushiness or sell tactics. A fun visit.
7. Cheney Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By dcyagura - Gig Harbor, Washington
This was our only game this season, although we have gone there before. It's always a fun time, and a festive atmosphere and the Rainiers keep the fans engaged throughout the game. Everyone around us seemed to have a good time as well. It's a nice environment for families too.
8. Skansie Brothers Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Sarah_SQ6334SQ - Port Orchard, Washington
This small museum is in the Visitor Center in the historic home of the Skansie family which is on the waterfront across from Java and Clay Cafe. We spent about 45 minutes here with our 6 & 8 year olds. Highlights were: getting to help feed the crabs and sea anemones in the touch tanks (around 3:00), viewing the underwater camera and the sand box. The sand box is designed to let people build mountains, valleys etc. Then you hold your hand over one spot for a minute and blue patches appear to indicate rain and to show which way the water would flow. There are also microscopes available and skulls of various animals. Tours are free.
Outside is a grassy area and the Skansie net shed: one of seventeen remaining net sheds in Gig Harbor and the only one open to the public.
Jerisich Dock is right next to the park and has multiple picnic tables. The only public restrooms on the premises are outhouses.
The park is currently under construction and there is a gray construction trailer right in front of the Visitor Center. Parking downtown may be difficult.
9. 7 Seas Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By juvemeister - Port Orchard, Washington
This a friendly, socially vibrant brew pub. 7 Seas pours great beer here, lots of variety. Sorry they don't serve food (except the complimentary mixed nuts, which are nice to munch on), but the good news is you can bring in your own chow. They even have a nice back room where you can arrange to put out a buffet if you feel like hosting a party. There is also a sidewalk/patio area, although on a sunny day you are liable to share it with kids in strollers, dogs, etc. I've visited numerous times and I only have one peeve. While the varnished picnic tables inside create a friendly social ambiance, the benches are too low. Makes you feel like the first time you were promoted from the little kid's table to the adult table for a holiday dinner. Your elbows end up seeming a little too close to your ears. Otherwise, I'm a fan.
10. McCormick Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By AliceMariam - Portland, Oregon
There are many trails to explore. We took the outside trail which starts out from the parking lot with a gentle slope. There are intersecting trails that are called by a letter. We ended up taking the "u" trail which got steep with several switchbacks. This part of the trail was a beautiful old growth forest. There were no maps at the start of the trail but we found them on the posts denoting the intersecting trail. We needed these maps! I loved the morning light shinning through the trees. We almost had the forest to ourselves.
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