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1. Take a free tour of the Hanford Nuclear Reservation ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Take the kids to the playground in Howard Amon Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Take the kids to the REACH Museum (Hanford Reach Interpretive Center)

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4. Visit the tasting room at J. Bookwalter Winery

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5. Visit Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery

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6. Take a free tour of LIGO Hanford Observatory

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7. Stroll along the Sacagawea Heritage Trail

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8. Enjoy Allied Arts Gallery in the Park

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9. Discover USS Triton Submarine Memorial Park

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10. See a performance at the Richland Players Theater

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11. Learn about the history of quilting at the White Bluff Quilt Museum

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12. Visit the tasting room at Barnard Griffin Winery

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13. Have lunch at Atomic Ale Brewpub and Eatery

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14. Enjoy the patio at Lu Lu Craft Bar and Kitchen

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15. Have a romantic dinner at Monterosso’s Italian Restaurant

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16. Take the kids to Bruchi's Cheesesteaks & Subs

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17. Go wildlife watching in Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve

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18. Play golf and have lunch at the Columbia Point Golf Course

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: Where is Richland located and what makes it a great destination?
  • A: Based at the confluence of the Snake, Yakima, and Columbia Rivers, Richland is one of Washington State’s Tri-Cities and an oasis for water-lovers and aquatic adventurers. From fishing and power and pleasure boating to swimming and sailing, recreational opportunities in and around the city are endless.
  • Q: What is Richland known for aside from water activities?
  • A: The area is also known as the ‘Heart of Washington's Wine Country’ and boasts more than 200 wineries and wine estates, producing some of the best wines in the country.

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