Top 7 Hidden Gems Things to do in Friday Harbor, Washington (WA)

November 15, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Sleepy and secluded Friday Harbor is a tiny town with big personality and rich history. Small enough to walk from one end to the other, the coastal fishing village is dotted with picturesque turn of the century wood frame houses, historic storefronts, Coast Salish native carvings and not a stoplight in sight. Stroll through the Historic District, visit informative museums, explore the Port of Friday Harbor waterfront park and see the local populations of orcas and whales from the shore.
Restaurants in Friday Harbor

1. Outdoor Odysseys

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5.0 based on 321 reviews

Outdoor Odysseys

Since 1987, Outdoor Odysseys has been offering quality guided sea kayaking and whale watch tours in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. Our tours feature an opportunity to search for Orca whales and eagles while paddling. We offer great camp cuisine including Dutch oven cookery and naturalist guides that are extremely knowledgable about the biological, geological and natural history of the area. We have been selected by National Geographic Adventure Magazine as one of the "200 best outfitters" in the world.

2. Zip San Juan

1959 Egg Lake Rd, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250 +1 360-317-8434 [email protected] http://www.zipsanjuan.com
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5.0 based on 439 reviews

Zip San Juan

Come and experience for yourself the only Zip Line Tour in the San Juan Islands in Washington State. Our family friendly zip tour features 8 zip lines that will take you through a beautiful forest, across an otter inhabited lake and over protected wetlands. This tour is an amazing way to experience the natural landscape of San Juan Island while zipping from platform to platform through the forest canopy.Upon reaching the site, you will be given an orientation and then have the opportunity to practice zipping on our smaller practice zip lines. After this, our guides will lead you on a brief hike to the first of the zip lines. Throughout your tour you will soar past tall Douglas Firs, Western Red Cedars, and experience the forest and wetlands from a viewpoint usually exclusive to birds.Tours last approximately 3 hours, which includes travel time to and from the course. The Zip San Juan course is approximately 10 minutes from Friday Harbor. Zip San Juan can provide your transportation to and from Friday Harbor to the zip site.

Reviewed By NCApple - Everett, United States

We took an early ferry so had a chance to visit the Whale Museum and have a tail gate lunch before we were picked up for our tour at the appointed time. Guides were great & reassuring with their backgrounds, information & instructions. Only 1 of the 6 of us had zipped before so they were patient, reassuring and had fun demonstrating what to do & what not to do and why. Beautiful day with lots of Zip and Do Dah!

3. All Aboard Sailing

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5.0 based on 195 reviews

All Aboard Sailing

Of things to do in Friday Harbor All Aboard Sailing offers a unique experience - to charter a traditional wood boat and day sail with whales. Daily close to nature encounters can include watching and listening to the sounds of Orcas, Humpback whales, Minke whales, Sealions, Seals, Eagles and Diving Seabirds. We sail the coastline of the islands exploring the forested shoreline and narrow passes. S/V Peniel is a beautifully restored 1956 42' pilot house sloop of yellow cedar on steam bent oak. Very spacious we sail with up to 6 passengers plus Captain David Howitt and his wife naturalist and photographer Barbara Howitt. Take the helm or sit back on the bean bag chairs on the foredeck. Barbecued steelhead salmon and veggies for supper. Please visit our web site and check our Blog posts to learn more about our sails. To book we answer emails almost always on the same day and enjoy communicating with our guests.

4. Westcott Bay Shellfish Co.

904 Westcott Dr, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250-8116 +1 360-378-2489 [email protected] http://www.westcottbayshellfish.com/
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4.5 based on 89 reviews

Westcott Bay Shellfish Co.

Shellfish farm and restaurant, growing oysters, clams and mussels. Open seasonally to the public. From Memorial Day to Labor Day open Wednesdays -Mondays 11-5 (closed Tuesdays). Off-season (September - April), open Saturdays 12-3PM. Reservations for eating at the Tide Tables highly recommended.

Reviewed By maydull

This isn't just a place to eat, it is a destination. Best value and best overall oysters I've had. The perfect PNW food experience

5. Pelindaba Lavender Farm

45 Hawthorne Ln, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250-5008 +1 360-378-4248 [email protected] http://www.pelindabalavender.com
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4.5 based on 563 reviews

Pelindaba Lavender Farm

Pelindaba Lavender Farm, spread over 25 beautiful acres with lake and Olympic Mountain views, has become one of the San Juans' most popular visitor destinations. More than 200 lavender-based, botanical, culinary, personal care, therapeutic, household & pet care products are handcrafted and sold on-site.

Reviewed By DoloresJacoby - West Palm Beach, United States

The store in town is lovely to visit and the staff is very helpful. They have everything lavender from creams, pet formulas, oils and even ice cream. I’ve wanted to visit the farm outside town fir three years and finally made it! One can arrive by car, moped or a $10 trolly ride and hop off for a nice two hour visit. The lavender fields are breathtaking and the only ones on San Juan Island. Owned by a gentleman from South Africa

6. English Camp

National Historical Park, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA +1 360-378-2240 http://www.nps.gov/sajh/historyculture/english-camp.htm
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4.5 based on 438 reviews

English Camp

Reviewed By IdahoKelly - Idaho Falls, United States

We were on mopeds and visited English GaRden en route around the garden. I loved the site -how beautiful! Lively little bay and hood historical markets. Worth the turn off from scenic route -no park fee

7. San Juan Historical Society and Museum

425 Price St, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250-9809 +1 360-378-3949 [email protected] http://www.sjmuseum.org
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San Juan Historical Society and Museum

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