Location: Anacortes
Top Things to do in Anacortes
Top 9 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Anacortes, Washington (WA)
Anacortes /ˌænəˈkɔːrtəs/ is a city in Skagit County, Washington, United States. The name "Anacortes" is an adaptation of the name of Anne Curtis Bowman, who was the wife of early Fidalgo Island settler Amos Bowman. Anacortes' population was 15,778 at the time of the 2010 census. It is one of two principal cities of and included in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Anacortes
1. Island Adventures
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5.0 based on 774 reviews
We pride ourselves as being one of the most experienced and dedicated whale-watching companies in Washington. Because of our very high success rate, Island Adventures was one of the first and only companies to guarantee whale sightings on every tour - but it's our team of highly qualified crew that will make your trip unforgettable! They boast over 100 years of combined experience in the islands, over 4100 days with the whales, and have led excursions for over 80,000 satisfied customers.
2. Anacortes Kayak Tours
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5.0 based on 707 reviews
Join our professionally guided sea kayaking tours into the San Juan Islands of Washington State. Family owned and operated, our headquarters are in Anacortes (Fidalgo Island) where we depart on day trips and kayak-camping trips into the San Juan Islands. We also offer day tours and overnight camping adventures departing from San Juan Island and Orcas Island. No prior kayaking experience necessary, let our fun and professional trip leaders worry about the details so that you can relax and enjoy the experience. Join us!
3. Mystic Sea Charters
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4.5 based on 245 reviews
The 100' Mystic Sea offers cruises through the beautiful San Juan Islands. WHALE WATCHING TOURS for your family, weddings, corporate events, parties, and more!
4. Cap Sante Park
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4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By gordonlR6210JQ
We’ve been coming to Anacortes for years to get to our boat. It wasn’t until a recent crummy weather weekend that we started poking around Anacortes beyond Commercial Street and the old downtown. Wow! A few nice but short trails and incredible views. The very tip top is rocky and during our last visit some model R/C monster truck folks were putting their vehicles thru their paces. What fun! Weather permitting you can see Mt Baker, the San Juan’s, etc. The views are just outstanding. A great place to chill (sometimes literally) and unwind.
5. John Storvik Playground
6. Brown Lantern
7. Rosario Beach
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4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By mackulla - Oak Harbor, United States
Visited this location several times in the last few months and many times over the years and never a waste of time. In my July '17 visits was for picture taking on Rosario Head and to evaluate the hiking path for my wife. For the most part, this is a great place to hike and the challenge is minimal, some up and down hills and uneven areas. Once there the view of Whidbey Island, the Olympics and the San Juan Islands is outstanding. Not on these trips, but I have viewed and photographed Orcas from this viewpoint. This is a full feature State Parke and requires a fee, $10 or a year $30 discover pass, recommended, or a handicapped placard is free. The beach is great along with the picnic facilities and the restrooms.
8. Outer Island Excursions
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4.5 based on 187 reviews
We offer personalized, small group tours of 30 people or less on high speed vessels - the Blackfish Fleet are the fastest in the region reaching up to 50mph, and are the perfect blend of comfort and thrill! We specialize in private charters- if you want to go whale watching, fishing, island hopping, or a combination of activities we do it all. We want to make your experience unforgettable.
9. Blackfish Tours by Outer Island Expeditions
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4.5 based on 122 reviews
Blackfish Tours offers whale watching and fishing as well as private charters from Anacortes, WA on the Blackfish fleet: truly the fastest tour vessels in the region! Anacortes is a short drive from Birch Bay and Bellingham and is about 1.5hrs north of Seattle. We offer daily scheduled Whale Watching trips from Anacortes from May to October. Fishing and Private Charters available all year.
