The Governor Hotel,
ideally located for Washington State vacations, is set in
beautiful downtown Olympia with shopping and local points of
interest just outside our doors. There are many wonderful things
to do and see that can easily fill up your days. From the Olympia
Farmers Market a few blocks down the street to the mysteries of
the evenly spaced Mima Mounds, prepare for a fun and exciting
experience the moment you leave our doors. For more information on
Day Trips please click on the individual links or contact us via
e-mail at
guestservices@olywagov.com. We look forward to being
your starting point for adventure!
Lacey Farmers Market
Enjoy an open-air market experience at downtown Lacey's
beautiful Huntamer Park, featuring dozens of vendors with
fresh-from-the-farm produce and flowers, organic foods, baked
goods, and handcrafted arts and crafts, along with live
entertainment in the bandstand.
Mima Mounds
A 445-acre prairie, wind up with evenly spaced, eight
foot high mounds from end to end? Theories run rampant, from
extraterrestrial activities to the legend of Paul Bunyan. Whatever
the answer, your family will enjoy this unusual prairie preserve.
Whether you choose the paved loop or the longer, unpaved trail,
you'll see native grasses and spring-time wildflowers that were
once more plentiful in the region but have been lost over time.
Butterflies and birds complement the enchanting colors I this rate
ecosystem.
Mt. Rainier National Park
Accessible year-round
Ranging in elevation from
1,610' to 14,410' above sea level. The "mountain" is an active
volcano encased in over 35 square miles of snow and ice,
surrounded by old growth forest and stunning wildflower meadows.
Northwest Trek
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is a treasure for wildlife
enthusiasts. The signature tram tour through the 435-acre
free-roaming area offers the opportunity to spot animals as they
wander through forests, wetlands and meadows.
Ocean Shores, Washington
Visit Ocean Shores and find all types of activities,
including: Beachcombing, Bicycling, Bird Watching, Clam Digging,
ride Ferry to Westport, Fishing, Golfing, Miniature Golf,
Horseback Riding, North Jetty, Kite Flying, and Ocean Shores has
many maintained parks for your enjoyment. Visit their
website for more detailed information.
Olympic Peninsula
Explore this area that offers miles of puzzle-like
shorelines, alpine meadows crowned with glaciers, and dense
rainforest valleys.
Olympic Game Farm
Visit the animals at OLYMPIC GAME FARM, INC. here in
Sequim, Washington. A family run business, OLYMPIC GAME FARM, INC.
is home to many animal species, both endangered and
non-endangered. Many of our animals are veterans of the silver
screen.
