Port Townsend

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A waterfront cityscape with historic buildings and a dock.
A waterfront town with historic buildings, a wooden pier, and a backdrop of dense forest.
Port Townsend, Washington Waterfront Skyline. Panoramic view of the historic waterfront and downtown area of this port city. Noted for its Victorian houses and significant historical buildings.
A calm sea at sunset with a distant landmass and a cloudy sky.
A person on a wooden pier extending into a calm lake, surrounded by mountains and trees during sunset.

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A large, colorful Victorian-style house with green trim and multiple windows.
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Port Townsend Historic District

Unique features of Port Townsend Historic District include the waterfront views and shopping. Make a stop by Ann Starrett Mansion or Rose Theatre while you're exploring the area.

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A lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and distant mountains under a clear sky.
Photo by Gaby
Open Photo by Gaby

Fort Worden State Park

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You can take time to visit Fort Worden State Park during your travels to Port Townsend. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
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Things to do

Second Beach La Push

Olympic National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

€16
per traveller
Olympic National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Bioluminescence Kayak Tour at Fort Flagler State Park

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA

€120
per adult
Bioluminescence Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA
Full Moon Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA

Full Moon Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA

€103
per adult
Full Moon Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA
Sunset and Wildlife Kayak Tour at Fort Flagler State Park

Sunset and Wildlife Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA

€94
per adult
Sunset and Wildlife Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA
The Ingrid Princess under full sail

Sailing Charter

€206
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charter
Fort Flagler, WA: Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA

€120
per adult
Bioluminescence Kayak Tour: Port Townsend, WA
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A greenhouse in a lush garden with various plants.

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A black metal gate with a decorative cut-out design.

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