25 Things to Do in Friday Harbor and San Juan Island
Named #3 on National Geographic's Top 10 Best Summer Trips in 2011
There is no place more beautiful on a sunny day than Friday Harbor. San Juan Island is the perfect place to relax on a day trip or a weekend getaway and is also home to a variety of fun activities such as hiking trails, kayaking trips, and moped and bicycle rentals so you can explore the island. This list is a good starting point for ideas of things to do in Friday Harbor with quick activities such as shops, ice cream and a stroll on the beach as well as adventures that can fill up several hours, such as a visit to Pelindaba Lavender Farm or exploring the island. Book your day trip Whale Watching excursion or a weekend getaway package today!
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- Whale Watching with the Clipper
- Rent a bike and cycle around the island
- Book a kayaking adventure
- Visit Pelindaba Lavender Farm
- Rent a moped from Susie's Mopeds
- Visit the Whale Museum
- Check out the Arts Fair and the Lavender Festival mid July
- Take a hike on one of many trails on the island including Mt. Young
- Browse shops, galleries and the open air market
- Explore tide pools on the beach
- Walk around the docks at the marina
- Play a game of tennis on public courts
- Visit a museum such as the San Juan County Historical Museum, San Juan Islands Museum of Art and the Sculpture Park
- Play a round of golf
- Go wine tasting or explore the vineyard
- Visit the Farmer's Market (runs on Saturdays, April-October)
- Hike to the mausoleum
- Go scuba diving
- Visit the San Juan County Fair in August
- Explore the Lime Kiln Lighthouse, and while you're at the park, keep an eye out for whale sightings
- Get an ice cream cone or cup of coffee and relax at a park overlooking the water
- Bird watching
- Go Zip Lining through the forest
- Orca Fest happens mid-May
- Go on a romantic carriage ride
