| | Welcome to a place that offers many of Washington's firsts and onlys, a place where the Puget Sound starts, the Oregon Trail ends and the things-to-do list goes on and on. Welcome to Olympia. From sampling the cuisine in the numerous cafes and coffee houses, to shopping in the boutiques and book stores, culture and a care free atmosphere can be found within a short walking distance in downtown Olympia.From the marble halls of Washington State's capitol building to panoramic views of lower Puget Sound, Olympia has it all. Dip a toe in Heritage Park Fountain, take a stroll along Percival Landing, a mile long waterfront boardwalk and park, and see the working port in action. Step back in time at the Washington State Capital Museum, feast on the visual delights in one of the country's best small cities for art, specialty shops and galleries, intimate restaurants, independent films, a bustling Farmer's market, coffee roasters, an award winning hands on museum just for children and, of course legislators at work.Olympia has become a hub for artists and musicians. Evergreen College's influence on Olympia is clear - Olympia was recently named one of the best college towns in the nation. Not surprisingly, Olympia boasts a vibrant downtown bar district. Olympia hosts the state's largest annual Earth Day celebration, and Procession of the Species, a community arts-based festival and parade.Olympia provides culture, art, fine food and easy access to the entire Puget Sound corridor. Stop for the day, stay for the night. |  | | | |
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