Located at the southern end of Puget Sound, Olympia is the capitol of Washington state and offers many great things to see and do on vacation. The capitol campus includes the 1909 Governor’s mansion and the legislative building. Visit Percival Landing Park alongside the waterfront boardwalk to view the public art. At the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge over 200 species of birds have been seen as they migrate through this crucial estuary habitat. Olympia is known for its excellent farm-to-table dining, handcrafted coffees, beers and desserts. The Olympia Farmer’s Market is the second largest in the state of Washington and offers everything from organic vegetables, fruits and meats, to fresh flowers and handmade crafts.

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