Museum Tours and Nature's Beauty: Exploring Tacoma and Olympia

In the morning, start your trip with a wild expedition at Point Defiance in Tacoma, Washington. This attraction combines a zoo and aquarium, offering a diverse range of animal exhibits and marine life experiences.
Get ready to meet a colorful cast of characters: from playful penguins and majestic tigers to curious sea creatures. Dive into an underwater world and watch as sharks and jellyfish glide past. And don't forget to say hello to the sea otter, who's always eager to put on a show.
Tickets can be purchased in advance online.

Washington State boasts a vibrant Vietnamese food scene, and Vien Dong stands out as one of the top destinations for authentic flavors in Tacoma. Whether you're a fan of savory noodle dishes or aromatic broths, this restaurant has something delicious to suit everyone's taste.

The Museum of Glass isn't just an art museum; it's also an interactive, all-ages science museum, featuring live glassblowing demonstrations and glass fusing workshops. Here, you can explore an impressive collection of more than 4,000 glass creations and discover exhibitions by talented artists.
Tickets can be purchased in advance online.

Whichever time of year you choose to visit, the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge boasts an abundance of beauty—and birds. Expect to see herons, red-winged blackbirds, geese, and perhaps even a thumb-sized hummingbird nest. Bring your walking shoes; if it's rainy, be prepared to get a little muddy. However, all pathways are flat and relatively easy to walk.
The park is open from dawn to dusk, so keep this in mind when planning a trip during the winter months.

Dine at Anthony's Hearthfire Grill, an Olympia waterfront gem that harmoniously combines seafood, steaks, and breathtaking views of Budd Inlet. A world of flavors inspired by the Pacific Northwest awaits you, with ingredients sourced directly from the ocean and local farms.

Unwind and recharge at the DoubleTree Hotel, conveniently located in downtown Olympia, Washington. As you settle in for the night, remember that tomorrow holds new and exciting adventures waiting to be discovered.