Friday Harbor is a charming town on San Juan Island, serving as the major commercial center of Washington State's San Juan Islands archipelago. The highly-walkable city, which is accessible from the mainland via the Washington State Ferry service, is known around the world for the famed Friday Harbor Laboratories marine biology station, which offers programming presented through the University of Washington.

Its main streets are dotted with quaint attractions like art galleries, antique stores, boutiques, and museums such as the family-friendly Friday Harbor Whale Museum. Nearby, Lime Kiln State Park is acclaimed for its whale-watching opportunities and historic attractions, while Pelindaba Lavender Farmspreads over 25 acres and offers unparalleled views of the nearby Olympic Mountains.

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