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1. Fort Vancouver National Historic Site ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
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2. Esther Short Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Esther Short Park
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3. Officers' Row

Officers' Row
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4. Vancouver Farmers Market

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Vancouver Farmers Market
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5. Clark County Historical Museum

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Clark County Historical Museum
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6. Waterfront Renaissance Trail

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Waterfront Renaissance Trail
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7. Vancouver Land Bridge

Vancouver Land Bridge
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8. Vancouver Lake Park

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Vancouver Lake Park
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9. Water Resources Education Center

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Water Resources Education Center
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10. Burnt Bridge Cellars

Category: Food & Drink
Burnt Bridge Cellars
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11. Salmon Creek Park

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Salmon Creek Park
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12. Pearson Field and Pearson Air Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Pearson Field and Pearson Air Museum
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13. Cathlapotle Plankhouse

Cathlapotle Plankhouse
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14. Captain William Clark Park at Cottonwood Beach

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Captain William Clark Park at Cottonwood Beach
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15. The Source Climbing Center

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The Source Climbing Center
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16. Beaches Restaurant and Bar

Category: Beaches
Beaches Restaurant and Bar
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17. NW Escape Experience

Category: Entertainment
NW Escape Experience
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18. Big Al’s Bowling

Category: Entertainment
Big Al’s Bowling
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19. Columbia Springs

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Columbia Springs
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20. Brothers Cascadia Brewing

Category: Food & Drink
Brothers Cascadia Brewing
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21. English Estate Winery

Category: Food & Drink
English Estate Winery
© English Estate Winery

22. Magenta Theater

Category: Entertainment
Magenta Theater
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Boasting a rich history that dates back to the early 1800s, Vancouver is one of the oldest cities in Washington, and it offers a plethora of things to see and do, including great beaches.
  • History buffs will delight in the city’s interesting past by exploring excellent sites and museums such as Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, the Pearson Air Museum, and the oldest operating airfield in the West.
  • Be sure to check out the 4 Days of Aloha from July 24 - 27, 2025.

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