Why people love visiting arty Olympia
Enjoy the art galleries and other features of Olympia. Renowned for its restaurants, shopping and baseball games, this city welcomes all visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Olympia
Do you want to discover top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Olympia a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area (9 mi / 14.5 km)
- Home Course Golf Course (11.6 mi / 18.6 km)
- Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound (18.4 mi / 29.5 km)
- Chambers Bay Golf Course (18.9 mi / 30.4 km)
- Riverside Golf Course (25.9 mi / 41.8 km)
- Eagles Pride Golf Course (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Olympia
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Olympia is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Percival Landing (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Priest Point Park (1.7 mi / 2.8 km)
- Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls (2.1 mi / 3.4 km)
- Long Lake (6.2 mi / 9.9 km)
- Regional Athletic Complex (6.4 mi / 10.3 km)
- Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area (9 mi / 14.5 km)
How to get to and around Olympia
The nearest airport is in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), located 39.3 mi (63.3 km) from the city centre.
If you're travelling by train, the main station serving the city is Olympia-Lacey Station.