Day Trips From Seattle (2025)

Sixth-generation oyster farmers serve raw and grilled bivalves right on Hood Canal. Praised by Eater Seattle and long admired by regional critics, it’s a true farm-to-shore lunch with mountain views and salty air.

An organic orchard and B Corp cidery with tours, tastings, and weekend music. Often highlighted by Eater Seattle and cider writers, Finnriver blends land stewardship with lively community vibes—an easy peninsula day out.

This artisan bakery helped put tiny Edison on the culinary map. Celebrated by Seattle Met and regional food press, its naturally leavened loaves and pastries sell out—order early, then explore Chuckanut Drive.

A family distillery pouring award-winning berry liqueurs and rye on nine pastoral acres. Recognized by the Beverage Testing Institute and Sip Northwest, it’s an easy tasting stop on a Whidbey loop.

Ten wooded acres dotted with contemporary sculpture and a soaring gallery curated by artist Karla Matzke. Lauded by Washington tourism and covered by local arts reporters, it’s a tranquil culture fix.

A Rainier tradition since 1946, known for blackberry pie and from-scratch comfort fare. Recommended in recent Mount Rainier dining roundups by Eater Seattle—perfect after a Paradise wildflower hike.

Family-owned since 1966, home of the original Poulsbo Bread. Cited by Seattle Times features and regional roundups, it anchors a Scandinavian-tinged stroll through Little Norway’s waterfront.

A living coffee museum and roastery in the birthplace of Seattle’s Best Coffee. Noted by Seattle magazine and Eater’s Vashon guides, it’s a ferry-close caffeine pilgrimage with deep local roots.

Independent since 1997, pouring lagers, IPAs, and the fan-favorite blood orange hefe. Included in Eater Seattle’s Snoqualmie Valley itineraries—pair a pint with a quick walk to the roaring falls.

Three generations run these whale-watching trips with a sightings guarantee. Featured widely by local tourism and conservation groups, their Edmonds departures make marine life viewing an easy half-day from Seattle.

Second-generation shellfish farmers bring South Sound oysters downtown at 222 Market. Recommended by Eater Seattle and profiled by NOAA Fisheries, it’s a polished tide-to-table stop on an Olympia day.