A magnificent historic spot & a must-visit in Washington!…read more ​If you are visiting Olympia, the Washington State Capitol (Legislative Building) is a must-see! ​The architecture is stunning both inside and out. Did you know it features the 5th tallest masonry dome in the world (287 feet high)? Walking through the halls feels like stepping back in time--the intricate marble details, grand chandeliers, and historic chambers are breathtaking. The surrounding grounds are also lovely for a stroll, featuring impressive monuments like the World War I "Winged Victory" statue. Admission: Free entry! Free guided tours are also available. Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM ​Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed on Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day) Campus Grounds: Open daily from dawn to dusk. ​Parking: Paid visitor parking is available on campus ($2/hr on weekdays, free on evenings & weekends). Highly recommend taking a walk inside and snapping plenty of photos/videos!

Cool spot to visit! Love the views and gloomy Washington weather to set the vibes. Definitely a…read moregood spot to stop by at when you're visiting Olympia!

A fun, historic place to walk by. Beautiful architecture. There was not much information posted…read moreabout the history, but still enjoyable.

This is also called OSPI: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Directly…read moreacross the street from Sylvester Park. If you still can't find this place because the GPS told you I that you arrived in the middle of the street near the farmer's market, look for Hotel Olympian Barber and Styling Shop and then you will see it. Ring the doorbell on the castle and they will let you in. Friendly folks.

Came here to see my friend Kamaile and to buy some of her wares and there was a fun car show, so I…read moregot to talk to some of the owners and see some pieces of art. I made my way inside because another friend recommended the wine flight and some savories and I had fun chillling in the shady indoors, listening to the music. What a cool venue! I can't wait for the fall to come so I can see what type of harvest, pumpkins events they'll have so I can hang out with my siblings.

The rose garden and decor are wonderful. The victorian saloon is gorgeous! It's worth it to go…read moresee it! The wine is just average - we did like the white reisling and the malbec, and the port was also good. We ordered the trail mix which is actually a small charcuterie plate. The crackers were stale. The music was KZOK radio (Seattle). Rock and roll did not fit the beautiful decor. So it's kind of a mixed bag. But go see the saloon and beautiful light fixtures.

Very photogenic. Beautiful 1890s historic Queen Anne Victorian. Great architecture. Worth taking…read morea look at and snapping some pictures.

Capitol Theater honestly hasn't been on my radar whatsoever, but we were here recently for a show…read morewhen one of our favorite bands was in town. After visiting their website it seems that they mostly show movies, but looks like they do have a lot of performances here too which is cool! It was a general admission show, and we were honestly kind of nervous we wouldn't get seating. The floor area was mostly for standing, and that's just not my vibe anymore. Maybe in my 20s, but not anymore! We were pleasantly surprised to get seating in the balcony area up above. Seating was comfortable and we managed to get a great view, but I don't think any of the seats necessarily could have a bad one. Sound here was great, the staff was all super friendly, and we overall had a really great experience with this venue. We normally attend shows up in Seattle so this was a nice switch up from the more daunting downtown scene up there.

Great shows, proper old school theater with good acoustics and local orchestra, easy to get in by…read morechecking surname

Lael's Moon Garden is one of the most special nurseries in the Pacific Northwest. The gardens are…read morebeautifully designed and peaceful to walk through, and the plant selection is incredible. They carry an impressive collection of rare and unusual plants, including one of the best selections of Japanese maples I've seen anywhere. What makes this place stand out is that it's not just a nursery--it feels like a botanical garden you can explore. The staff are knowledgeable and clearly care about plants, soil health, and helping people find the right plants for their space. Every visit I discover something new. If you love gardens, rare plants, or Japanese maples, Lael's Moon Garden is absolutely worth the trip.

We are landscaping our new homes backyard in Lacey at Ovation at Oaktree with a Japanese theme. We…read morewanted to select slow growing trees (dwarf) and bushes/shrubs. They helped us select more than 40 items and they are keeping and caring for them until we plant in September. Great service and great prices.

Walking around the area, I was drawn to the Bay and saw this memorial…read more Thank you for your service and dedication.

A great memorial in a prime location. Fantastic views and a sobering reminder that this profession…read morehas made many sacrifices. This should be a stop while touring the rest of the Capitol area complex.

What a cool thing to have right in the middle of the town! There's a nice parking lot a few feet…read moreaway from the well, so it's easy for people to fill up multiple jugs of water and load them up into their vehicles. The water comes out from a pipe and empties into a metal grate so there's no pooled water to worry about. It wasn't busy when I went, and so I just took a sip from the stream of water coming out. It was cold, refreshing, and slightly metallic tasting. Not too bad. There are advisories to not boil the water as it was tested and noted to have high levels of manganese, which boiling would concentrate and potentially cause health issues if consumed in large amounts.

Truly life-saving water! It's worth every effort on your part to stop by and get some That's it…read moreplain and simple. The Yelp won't let me post unless I say more. There is no more to say. The water is excellent. Do you need more? Come and get some, it's still there and it's still free.

Really wonderful!! John was so kind and accommodating! As a local it was fun to see the harbor from…read morea different view. Would recommend for anyone

I took my wife to dinner and then surprised her with a Sunset float for our (mid-year) celebration…read morefor 32nd Anniversary. Very relaxing and cozy! Our Gondolier (John) had a beautiful voice for serenading us around the Harbor. Felt like we were floating the waterways in Venice. His stories and history lessons on the different homes, landmarks, & businesses along the shore was a plus. It went by too fast and we didn't want it to end! We did the 90min trip. We will do it again!!!