- Please support our journalism through affiliate links. Affiliate Disclosure
Located on the Spokane River in Spokane County, Spokane is the second largest city in Washington State and covers an area of 60.02 square miles. This city is situated in the eastern part of Washington, near the state border. It has an estimated population of 217,000. The city of Spokane was named after the Native American people of the same name, with 'Spokane' translating to 'Children of the sun' in English.
The city is known as 'Lilac City' due to a certain type of flower that grows nearby. Spokane is also known as the birthplace of Father's Day, which is now celebrated all around the United States. Some of the key landmarks in and around Spokane include Spokane Falls, Riverfront Park, and the Monroe Street Bridge.
Plan Your Trip
Get Ready to Go!
- Search flights and stays nearby.
- Book your tour or local activity.
- Book your car rental.
Need some more help?
Go to travel reservations.