The 28 best things to do with kids in Port Townsend

Fort Worden State Park is a fantastic place that truly has it all. It’s a perfect spot for anyone whether you're a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or just looking for a great family outing with amazing wildlife. What really stands out is the history. You don't just read about the past here; you get to walk right through it. The old forts and battle stations are incredible to explore, giving you a real, hands-on feel for what life was like back then. It's a powerful and unforgettable experience to stand in those massive concrete structures and imagine the soldiers who once manned them. But the park isn't just about history. There's so much to do outside. You can rent a kayak to paddle the shoreline, go for a hike, or overnight camping. It’s also great place to ride a bike and explore the grounds. And at the end of the day, the sunsets are absolutely stunning the perfect way to wind down. Plus, the park is super clean, with well-kept bathrooms, and it's just a short distance from Port Townsend. It’s the kind of place you can visit again and again and always find something new to explore.

If you’re in Port Townsend and into history this is the place for you. There’s a trail that you can walk around. A light house that you can explore. A small aquarium and a museum store. You can camp on the grounds, lay on the beach. Although I’m not sure about going into the water. It is cold!

Lovely place. I go here whenever I can, it's charming and vast. Bicycling, strolling the cats, walking, reading, Journaling, deer watching, exploring, watching boats. Cable House is a treasure. Have yet to visit Taps, the Theater or the coffee vendor. Somethings to look forward to.

Step back into history to see these very authentic grounds. Some have been multi purposed for various entities, however the period architecture is well worth admiring. Continue on to the lighthouse to complete your visit or just enjoy a nice stroll through the grounds, perfect place to unwind.

Only had time to do a quick drive through before we had to be somewhere else, but buildings, area and light house were pretty awesome. Would love to go back again and all around, go into museum, etc.

We drove through Fort Worden park and down to the beach. All the historic buildings and bunkers are so interesting to see. The grounds are well maintained. Beautiful views all around. Down at the beach, you will find free, well maintained restrooms. There is plenty of parking with several trails down to the beach. I really loved it and want to return when I can spend more time at the beach. There is a historic lighthouse and some charming building. We saw lots of birds and even some deer grazing on the grass. I could have spent more time here, but we were just passing through. It was not very crowded on a June day when I visited.

Really had a great day here. Collected many rocks and shells. Lighthouse was beautiful and historic. Most clean restrooms of any beach I have ever seen. Thank you to those responsible!

The lids always have fun visiting here. Last time we went at low tide and the got to go a ways out exploring. This year they saw deer play fighting and more. We will go back at low tide for them to play again.

Absolutely gorgeous little park at the end of Port Townsend, walking distance to/from everywhere. Amazing views of the Salish Sea and Mount Baker if the conditions are right. Charming little playground with excellent beach access.

This is a beautiful park. It is a great place for a picnic or a nice walk.

We ate a quick lunch in this park. There was a fairly big playground, a botanical arbor, and plenty of picnic tables. The view of the Sound was great. A nice place.

This is a medium size neighborhood park. A touch of flowers and a nice view of the water.

Lovely park with lovely flowers and trees in bloom. There were some huge palm trees and some huge leaf plants that had been donated from other countries. The layout was quite nice and every once and a while I picked up lovely whiffs of flowers in bloom. Oh, and the live music in the white gazebo was a lovely bonus.

Beautiful park. Calming. Well used and well kept park. Beach access. The beach is a Rocky beach. At low tide it's a great walk. Beautiful water front. Romantic bridges. Lots of space for laying around. I wish I had spent more time with my GF here, laying and enjoying the quit peaceful time.

Friendly new displays. Knowledgeable people to help. All and all fun place to visit.

The school programs Kelly and her team present are stellar!! Every year we bring our students, the high quality of instruction and engagement continues to amaze. Such a rare and wonderful resource to the PNW. Thank you!!

What a beautiful beach. Found a few pieces of sea glass. Tide was high if you want to find the sea glass best to go when tide is low. It's a nice public area. Had port restrooms and picnic benches

You do have to pay to go in. It's not a big place like an aquarium, but a small learning center more for children to learn about sea creatures and tide pools and that sort of stuff. It's a nice little place to show your kids and teach them.

Lovely small attraction for your kids The octopus is a great thing and don't miss out going on the other side of the road and learn with real whale bones.

A live octopus that they fed, right on the water, and very respectful staff. One kid even knew facts about the fish and octopus there. Great family experience, especially on mothers day! (You get in free mom!)

Educational fun stuff. Nice views outside on pier. Viewing boat launch can be entertaining. On clear days the view account the sound to the mountains is worth the trip. So much to explore. Wheelchair ♿️ accessible. Good fun for all ages. Take your time to enjoy all there is here.

Our first visit to Rose Theater and we didn’t go there for the movie 🎥 Instead, we visited this place for their popular popcorn 🍿 and their “Popcorn Spice Bar”‼️😍♥️😋 You don’t have to see a movie to buy their popcorn 🍿 We ordered a Glinda-sized popcorn with melted butter 🍿 (their sizes are based on the movie “Wicked”) and from there proceeded to the “Spice Bar” where we spiced up our buttered popcorn with Parmesan cheese, some salt 🧂 garlic powder 🧄 a dash of curry, and MORE Parmesan cheese 🧀 ‼️ Scrumptious❣️😋

Very special place in the Port Townsend community. It has been the most unique theater I have ever been to. It makes paying the price for going to see a film feel more worth it. I really enjoy the old architecture combined, with the seating accommodations.

Focus is on offbeat movies such as the Wes Anderson films as well as crowdpleasers like "Maverick". The space is almost a century old and has retained its original charm. We come regularly not just for the movies, but for the best popcorn you can get in a movie theater. They also serve local items and kombucha on tap. But definitely get the popcorn and season to your heart's content at the condiment bar.

It's cool for some people because it's "historic". Definitely a smaller screen because it's "old". You can't sit in the balcony anymore because of the new projector so that's a bummer but the workers are friendly. It's a cool place to visit but not much if you're a modern cinephile.

Love the Rose Theatre. It has the original theater plus the Rosebud (a smaller version) and the Starlight (uses old chairs and couches). They have a nice mix of current Hollywood and independent movies. The popcorn has REAL BUTTER as an option. It's worth the trip

Such a beautifully restored theater of it's community. We loved spending an evening here. Very involved in all things film. Lots of planned events as well as nightly movies.

My truly favorite movie experience!! I love the starlight room the most and used to frequent quite often prior to working full time again!! I do book my tickets in advance online as its at least an hour and a half drive. I love the selection of movies and the atmosphere and ambiance are priceless!! I truly love the attention to details, the choices of snacks, beverages offered and the ability to meet with the owner on occasion, Mr. Rocky. So grateful to have a theater in our midst of this caliber!

Kids under 17 free. Adults $9. The times I've been there it's always quiet, and favorite spot is the old jail house and the courtroom.

Paintbox Cornucopia Exhibit by Lamon. Until Dec 31 2024

Great History museum that is a piece of the history itself. Port Townsend's City Hall still in use and full of gravitas and elegant woodwork.

Went on a history tour and wow!, what a great experience. Learned more about Port Townsend and its history. Kelsey is a great tour guide and answered all the questions asked!

So fun to walk through and learn about the history of the area. We visited on a week day in the afternoon. Not a large place, but there are many items on display. From a horse drawn fire engine to artifacts from local tribal peoples.

Cute little museum. Learned a lot about the town and surrounding area. Be sure to check out the horse-drawn hearse!

Nicely restored. Fun to see the women's jail, the hearse in the old Fire Hall and the wonderful collection of photographs of the old seaport. The museum offers a walking tour of Port Townsend that's entertaining and worthwhile.

My friend brought me a box of chocolates from this location. The chocolate was good but definitely not Sees candy. Some of the fillings are super sweet but they are fresh and yummy. The box is beautiful and I love that they tell you the flavors of each chocolate. Ten out of ten recommend trying the chocolates.

This was, hands down, the worst ice cream I’ve ever tasted. It was already melted when I got it — completely unacceptable. Every single flavor was loaded with sickening artificial fragrance — like someone dumped perfume into the mix. It was overly sweet to the point of being nauseating, and there was even a weird bitter aftertaste. The "pecan" didn’t taste like pecan at all, and the "hazelnut" had zero hazelnut flavor — just more fake, chemical flavoring. Nothing tasted natural. I felt sick after just a few bites. Honestly, I wouldn’t eat this again if it were free. Avoid at all costs.

The only thing Elevated about this place are the prices. Seriously - two one-scoop cones cost me $12. It was insanely ridiculous - they weigh the ice cream, so you have no idea the cost when you order. The Ice Cream itself is ok, but you would be better off eating your favorite pint from a grocery store. Overall, I would not recommend.

I really enjoy stopping by this shop whenever we're in Port Townsend. The ice cream is tasty...portions can feel a little small for the price, but that honestly feels secondary when you take in the charm of the area and the atmosphere of the shop. What keeps us coming back isn't just the ice cream, though...it's the people. There's one employee in particular, Caleb, who consistently makes our visits stand out. He's friendly, attentive, and genuinely seems to care about making each interaction a good one. Even when the shop is busy, he goes above and beyond to make sure we leave with a smile. My family always looks for him when we stop in, because his presence makes the experience memorable every time. To be fair, we've had the occasional interaction with other staff who came across a little distracted or less engaged. It's never ruined the visit, but it does make Caleb's effort and warmth stand out that much more. Overall, we always leave happy, and this shop has become one of our regular stops thanks to the great atmosphere, tasty treats, and overall good service. (And the chance to stroll by the water afterwards doesn't hurt either.)

Great ice cream store in Port Townsend.The staff are friendly and service was fast. Loved the choices of their ice cream. All homemade. They price by weight. Bowls and cones are available as well as specialty concoctions and a freezer case.There is a candy store attached. Have been 2x. Will go a few more times while we are visiting. They have an outdoor patio and indoor booths.

I'm not sure if Elevated is under new management or a change of direction but I thought it was weird that they weighed my ice cream even though it's charged per scoop. When I received the ice cream, I found it leaving much to be desired in the amount I received for a medium. Who knows what small would have looked like. I have been to elevated Ice cream many times in the past and don't recall this being an experience I had but with the amount I received for how much I paid, I don't know if I will be returning. The flavors were good but for the cost, I'd rather go to Safeway and buy a few cartons of high end ice cream to share with the family. If we had decent sized scoops, I could justify the experience for the cost but for all the tourist town destinations like Winthrop, Ocean Shores, Long Beach, etc, this was vastly less than I was expecting. We all found that the ice cream was a bit soft as well.

Went in looking for some great dark chocolate candy. Picked the dark chocolate cashew clusters and the almond bark. My bad by not tasting before buying. We were so disappointed no flavor whatsoever. Not sweet, not bitter, not salty and no chocolate flavor at all. We paid for our mistake when we got home. I guess the clue is in the sign outside. It is after all an ice-cream store.

Intimate local good and farmer’s products. Cheese and vinegar are cool. With great live music.

This is the best farmer's market I've ever been to. So many amazing local goods, beautiful flowers, and delicious foods. We loved the live music and seeing how easily the community comes together to socialize, shop, and play.

Lots of local organic produce, wares and bands. Strong community support and participation. If anything is missed, Aldrich's, a grocery open since the 1800s, is right across the street as you exit.

The Saturday Port Townsend Farmers Market is a small market that packs way more punch than its size. It has a wide variety of vendors: fresh local fruits and vegetables, fish and meats, baked goods, prepared foods, and arts and crafts. There are ready-to-eat food stands (typically such as burgers, sushi, dim sum, Thai food, and more). And there is usually live music and espresso to enliven each visit.

A really charming farmers market. Would be nice is there was some variety of different vendors as it is mostly returning vendors. Prices are somewhat fair but some vendors are right out of their minds with prices like the bagel vendor charging $20+ for a bagel sandwhich or the crepe vendor who charges $18 for 1. Would be nice to see more realistic prices and not full on rip offs.

Loooooved it. If you're in the area, go. It's wonderful. Everyone is super welcoming and there's some amazing booths in there. We got a big glass bottle of cider for about $20. I can't remember the name but it's local to the area.

The people are so friendly. A good variety of food and vegetables. Also, local art and music. A good sense of community and booths to join local groups.

I've been coming to the NW Maritime Center for years for work and for fun with my family. It is such a treasure to the Port Townsend community for it's public spaces and programs. For boat-lovers there is a wealth of historical information, classes, giftshop and year-round events. As an event venue it is absolutely stunning inside and out. Right on the water with gorgeous views, spacious and private but right in the heart of town. For weddings it offers all the amenities and many rental options, wonderful staff support, while being a premier PNW scenic location.

Biggest visitor center we've been to! Nice employee and great things to look at and buy.

Great staff and facilities. Taking an ASA keelboat course to brush up on long dormant skills. Cool wooden boat shop as well.

Interesting center with boatbuilders. Lots of history and good collection of boats. Nice people.

Great time had working in the boat shop. Joel is a great teacher and really wants to help people realize their ideas.

We held my brother's memorial here and it was the perfect space, plenty of room and all the trappings we needed. Mia was very helpful as was all the staff who worked with me over the years. He died before the shut downs in 2020 and I had to reschedule several times - never did anyone there give me anything but support for all the changes. I would highly recommend the venue, it's really beautiful.

We organized a memorial service there for someone who loved the water and nonprofits and hated late capitalism, honestly. The venue made the mic, the decorations, the catering EASY. The sight of the water and the huge timbers of the floor held us up, and made it better.

This place has incredible drinks and fresh pastries. I got the chai tea latte and it was the best one I've gotten since I moved to the Seattle area. My dad got the black coffee and he though it was very good as well. The employees were also exceptionally friendly and seemed like they loved to work at this coffee shop with high energy and friendly smiles.

I did a search for coffee last night to see who was open early, and was pleased to find that this place across the street from where we were staying open the earliest here in Port Townsend. Although, I would’ve liked a few more options on breakfast, their bagel with salmon and cream cheese was perfect! We had a latte, and sat at a communal table. We so enjoyed meeting a local who shared what it is like to live in Port Townsend. We look forward to going there tomorrow too!

Delicious coffee and great pastries on the waterfront. Sit inside or at the bar that can open to the outside on nice days. This coffee shop has a hip, upbeat feel... a great place to stop for a quick breakfast. Don't wait too late though or the best selection may be gone.

I had an odd interaction with a cashier and my total was 6.34, which already felt high, then went to pay it with card and it was 7.84. I understand they charge 5% more for paying with card but nearly 8$ for a coffee?! It was good but not 8 dollars good.

Great customer service and delicious coffee! It got packed but we had grabbed the last table. I got a salmon bagel (delicious!) and cardamom latte with orange whip (yum!).

Friendly service and great coffee. Open early. We did not have any breakfast treats but they looked delicious. It was very busy for a Wednesday morning.

This would be my go-to morning hangout if I lived here, genuinely kind people with exceptional beverage making skills! My usual desire for simple, black coffee was overridden by their specialty drink menu, and I'm very glad I followed that intuition.

I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed my visit! It's small, but there is a lot of detailed information on display and the woman working at the time gave us a thorough overview before setting us loose on the house. FYI: it was 75 and sunny out but inside it was FREEZING.

We visited this house today quite by accident. We just happened upon it. The docent working today was very friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. He gets five stars just for himself! He knew so much and it was fun to learn about the Rothschild family, and also the history of Port Townsend. This house is definitely a place you should visit when you come to Port Townsend.

What a beautiful historic house. Does it give out some creepy ghost vibes? Yes, yes it does. Does it make you really appreciate electricity and everyday conveniences? Yes, yes it does. It is well worth the price of admission and the guide is extremely knowledgeable.

It is a neat piece of Port Townsend history. The volunteer attendant told us the history of the house and the families story, it was a very enjoyable experience. I am very happy we got to see it.

I’m only giving it one star but not because of the museum itself, which I’m sure is amazing. But because I drove there and it had a sign saying “closed for the season”. Nowhere is that mentioned In the website or on these reviews (that I can find) and I was very disappointed It was one of two things I was really looking forward to since I’m not a “shopper” and would rather be in a museum. Please change the website and the hours you show listed to reflect this so others won’t waste their time.

It was like I stepped into my grandma's kitchen where she cooked with wood. This whole house feels like the family might just be away on vacation since so much of their daily life is reflected in the home as it stands.

Step back in time in this AMAZING house!

🌊Great beach. Not very crowded. Nice views of Whidbey island. Also a trail takes you farther into the grassy area. 🧺Picnic tables and shelter available. Also grass is maintained well for sit down as well. ♿️ Entry to the beach is a bit rugged and is not easily accessible. 🚽Portable toilets available. 🅿️Parking could be hard during busy days though the parking lot is big enough.

Really secluded beach (even on an 80 degree summer day). Beach is very rocky and has a lot of seaweed, but also has amazing driftwood and small pieces of sea glass. We walked from the parking lot and picnic area. The views to Whidby Island are wonderful and the lighthouse is so cool.

Lovely and breezy place to walk around and explore a bit. Fascinating rocks, loads of smelly seaweed (if you enjoy that, ha), and gorgeous weather the day we visited. I've heard it touted as a "glass beach," where you can find lots of sea glass, etc. We didn't see any glass at all, although there were some really interesting rocks, shells, and even deer footprints in the sand. Really lovely spot

The parking lot is always full unless you pick the right day and right time. Nice beach to walk on. Just watch the tide table as you could get stuck not being able to come back if tide gets high when you are away from the parking lot. Lol

Always fun to come out and spend a few hours. Sadly the littles took a while to get ready so we missed low tide. Still had fun. Going back tomorrow for the low tide. Going to miss the -2.2 by a few days sadly but at least we get close to it, lol.

Amazing park with easy water access and amazing views. Parking was simple, and it's a short walk to the water. Views of islands, the Sound, and our neighbors to the north.

Took my mom here today for the first time for her birthday today and we have so much fun!! It is so beautiful out there

What a lovely and authentic step back in time. The house is lovingly preserved from when it was built in 1904 and beautifully presented. The staff/volunteers are wonderfully welcoming and knowledgeable. Open Sat/Sun in the winter 11-4pm. FREE admission (donations accepted).

Premium artifacts on display as well as engaging docents and informative self guided tours. Inside look of top brass family life. Make a generous donation. Very well worth it.

Furnished with Victorian and Edwardian furniture from the turn of the century.

Very cool...! Nicely kept!

A must see If your in the area.

The history here is endless.

Generous quality seafood in omelet, and the cheesy grits came as a fancy cake. Food was tasty, and the dining room was calm and cozy.

Lovely and popular local restaurant! Hearty breakfasts. I had my regular breakfast, a bowl of perfectly cooked oatmeal with apples and walnuts. I snagged my partner’s raspberry compote and added it in with a little honey. My partner had a traditional meal, sunny side up eggs, bacon and potatoes. Very tasty! Our table had a nice view of the marina.

Great little breakfast spot! The staff was great to talk to and showed enthusiasm to help make a great dining experience. All of our food was delicious. I have never had grits served in the manner they do it and it was really good. The waffle my wife what was bursting with great flavor but was a bit drenched in all the sauce so the texture and taste of the waffle itself was a bit lost. Overall, we really enjoyed this place. Could’ve easily opened a book and sipped coffee all day.

We loved our experience here! Food was amazing and we waited outside with kiddos while looking at the boats take off. A bit small inside, other than that we had a great meal.

We waited almost an hour for our food before being told the "kitchen lost your ticket". Nope, I don't think so. I think we were clearly being discriminated against. Several people at our table identify as queer and it seems this cafe has an issue with that. Yup. During our prolonged wait, the waiter avoided us whilst serving others as they came in. The waiter did not check in with us or ask if we'd like a beverage refill. We tried numerous times to even make eye contact, to no avail. I think the hope was we'd just get up and leave ( and, we were quite tempted) . Food eventually came out after our "lost ticket" was miraculously found. Food was decent, but the whole experience made us lose our appetites. The whipped cream "cross" on the waffle was a nice touch. Got your message. God bless.

Went here twice for breakfast. Friendly staff, delicious home cooked comfort food. Loved the Blood Orange Mimosas. The staff remember us and were wonderful every time. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, as long as you love comfort food like we do. Looking forward to the next time we go back.

Absolutely the best place in Port Townsend to have breakfast. It's nestled between the point Hudson boat marina and Puget sound. Great place to enjoy a tasty breakfast. Highly recommended

Excellent art pieces with very reasonable prices

Good and diverse collection of art work from various artists all sorts of media. One artist (per day?)in the gallery to meet customers.

Warm and inviting, the Port Townsend Gallery is a favorite stop whenever I'm in downtown PT. Their "secret garden" in the back of the gallery overlooks the beach and is an idyllic spot to just hang out and appreciate art. Gallery walk on first Saturdays is also a nice time to visit to meet many of the artists and have a snack and a refreshing beverage - I always feel welcome.

Port Townsend Gallery is my absolute favorite! It has an incredible variety of first class art. I think it truly represents the artistic talent of the local Port Townsend community. I was also very impressed with their garden which not only has a beautiful view of Port Townsend Bay but amazing scupture to boot. Go there if you only have a short time in Port Townsend.

you will get to meet a Port Townsend artist every time you visit this lovely gallery. the art is first rate and new work arrives just in time for gallery walk the first saturday of the month. highly recommended!

Beautiful art work from many talented artists! Wide range of prices, styles, and mediums for all kinds of art enthusiasts. Had a lovely chat with the owners who are very nice. Wonderful experience overall!

Port Townsend Gallery is without a doubt the best Gallery in Port Townsend. As a local cooperative, it features only local artists and presents a wide range of medium. A must when you come to Port Townsend!

One of my favorite stops on this day trip. Honey is fabulous. Some of the group bought lavender. I would have if i could've gotten it home on the plane safely. Kind and friendly gal that made sure we could feed these interesting rare sheep and the chickens too. She also directed us to this sweet little trail. Great find.

Delicious mead! Great selection, and the tasting area is very well thought out and put together. Love that the tasting tray is labeled! Will come back again.

Absolutely loved the visit here. Everything was hand made at their farm and wood shop. The staff was kind and man… the lavender was so dreamy.

10/7/23 You're in for a beautiful little treat for anyone who wants a fun little adventure: pick some pumpkins, feed the sheep and chickens, and hike some trails; you have to make it to Port Townsend and check out Wilderbee Farms and Mead Werks. Yes, what a delightful, beautiful farm this is. Our main goal was looking for some pumpkins, supporting a local small business, and having a great time doing it! The sheer amount of pumpkins was crazy, from tiny to very large; mine weighed almost 27 lbs! Of course, most were your lovely orange ones, but they also had some white and yellow for the pickings! We couldn't stop at two large orange ones only; hubby picked a pretty white one, and I chose a yellow one, I have never seen a yellow pumpkin until buying one there. Wilderbee Farms also has a meadery tasting room that displays art from local artists as well. Sit inside, sit outside, whatever your heart desired, and the service was phenomenal. No, I'm not much of a drinker; months and months go by without me having a drink, but that didn't stop us from tasting a couple of meads and purchasing two for the holidays! I chose Autumnal, Fall in a bottle! It's on the sweeter side, but it wasn't even close to being the sweetest mead they had to offer. But the warm spices of Fall make a grand entrance with this mead. Serve it hot, serve it cold, or serve it at room temperature. Of course, this mead is a seasonal one only! The second one we tried and purchased was Happy Medium After Dark. This mead is created in Bourbon barrels! For those who don't like a dry mead but are not super sweet, this one is the perfect balance of in-between, hence the name Happy Medium. The texture of this one is nice and smooth! The staff we had encounters with were gracious, friendly, and helpful. It is a definite must-see!! Wilderbee Farms' location is 223 Cook Ave Ext, Port Townsend, WA 98368. HOURS: Meadery Tasting Room: Saturdays & Sundays 12-5 pm Farm & Store: Wed-Sun 12-5 pm April through October. *Thank you for supporting all locally owned businesses like Wilderbee Farms. Please remember to be kind to ALL living things!!* 🐾🌲

Big variety of mead flavors that will interest the curious to the aficionado. They keep their varieties rotating and frequently develop new tastes that will keep the experienced mead-lover wanting to come back frequently to their warm and inviting meadery to explore a flight with friends. There is also a lavender farm and garden to pick from, and the kids will love feeding the sheep and chickens. We come back every year on our annual peninsula vacation.

We loved our day trip up to this farm outside of Port Townsend. They have lots of flowers in their gardens that you can cut yourselves. And they have very reasonable rates per bouquet. We enjoyed walking the trails throughout the farm which includes a small pond with ducks. We also saw a heron fly by on his way to the pond. They have lots of lavender goodies in their store and we loaded up on oils, lotions and some honey. We also picked up a hand made bird house to put up at home. We chatted with both the husband and wife owners and they were both nice, friendly and helpful.

Really lovely farm with lavender, cutting flowers (sunflowers and dahlias), sheep, a sweet pup, and a meadery. Make sure to stop by the farm store for honey, essential oils, and beautiful cutting boards and wood creations. Make sure to bring a picnic!

I love this store!! The greeting card selection keeps me in debt! They have a great selection of kitchen items. Hiking socks and shoes. And fun unique child toys and art.supplies. Seems to be a great place to find local gems to take home as a reminder of your visit to Port Townsend

Mercantile is an important staple of port townsend. Great for quick gifts or if you have visitors in town that forgot items at home that they need here. A wonderful blend of all sorts of items and friendly staff. Highly recommend and fair priced for most items.

Bought a pair of jeans in here for my husband. The second time he wore them the entire front tore out. I went to exchange them as it was an obvious material flaw. The staff could not have been ruder. Literally asked me how they were supposed to know that I bought the jeans there and not another store. Well they are basically brand new and I have the receipt?!?? Fortunately the brand replaced the jeans. My money has never been spent there again. Literally the rudest staff ever.

Shopped here and got a $102 ticket for parking in their lot from some parking enforcement company. Edit with update: TY for the reply, I only left the 1 star to make sure it was brought to your attention. I love your store and hate that your sleazy landlords are doing this. I have heard others are getting the tickets even when they didn’t pass the 30 minute limit. I suggest you put notices all over your store to tell people to get the parking validation QR code to avoid this. Even if they are parked for less than 30 minutes. You should talk to a lawyer and look over your lease and see if there is a clause that states that the landlords can’t do anything to actively hinder your business. Because this probably falls under that. Then sue the crap out of them. In summary: Quimper is amazing, please shop here, but maybe park somewhere else for the time being.

Quimper is one of the best stores in Port Townsend. Great selection of items. The atmosphere and employees is always great.

*Customers beware* Great, if you like getting $102 parking tickets for shopping at their store.

We were waiting for the ferry home but decided to look around their baby section since they always have a quirky selection of toys! We normally just head toward their camping section or toys (they have a home section now too aside from the men and women clothing). We got rain boots for my son, they are one of the few that sells rainboots without too much cartoon characters. I took pics of their baby area since I noticed there are pictures of other areas already.

They have locks on the bathrooms you have to put in a code and you have to rent a space with an RV or a tent in order before you are ever to get the code to be able to go use the restroom or shower and what if you don't need to rent a space in order to go to the bathroom what if you just need to go to the bathroom and you just can't and you can't get a code well that just sucks

Open field camping area that is a good option if you can't get into the nearby State Park(s). Sites not overly level and most only have 115V / 20A power, requiring an adapter for your RV plug. Restrooms have seen better days but the hosts try to keep them clean. Lots of good pressure, hot water showers, no charge. Best part is that you can pretty much let your dogs run free (altho this might be different in high season and during events.) Lots of space to let them run

Location is fine and easy to get to. The bathrooms/showers have week water pressure but stays hot for as long as you want it to stay hot for. They do have heaters in there but I think the people that run the campgrounds there unplugged them from their power source because they don't turn on anymore and it's freezing in there when you're taking a shower and I don't think I'm the only one who doesn't like being freezing during and after their shower...

It's 2025 and The Port Townsend Fairgrounds look like they're stuck in the 1970s. Buildings are in rough shape. Baseball Fields are unattractive.

Hookups were at the front of our campsite and on the wrong side. We never saw a camp host. The police were called out here twice for a dispute. Water pressure was unreliable. Several people were walking the grounds with their dogs off leash. On the plus side there are loads of wild blackberries on the property which are great for snacking or for cobbler.

Sold jewelry at the Jefferson County Fair had lots of fun the gem and mineral show was a great success

This campground is located at the far end of the county fairgrounds. It is fairly tidy, has restrooms, electricity hookups, and is in a nice quiet neighborhood about a 1/2 mile from the beach. It's about 7 minutes from town, with a bus stop nearby. It allows pets and is next to an old track that's nice for short dog walks. There is no privacy between the small sites--no trees, no bushes--so you are on view and relying on the good manners of your neighbors.

The story trail is handicap accessible, although parking is a lacking. The first section is paved, then it transitions to packed small gravel and dirt. Some cutoff trails cross the dirt and grass and aren't so accessible. Great trail for everyone--dogs, runners, birds, and wheeled visitors. By the way, the lagoon is a small lake, very pretty a D full of diverse native species of tres, birds, and berries. Loved the story, very appropriate to the surroundings. Lots of dog walkers out and about. (Bathrooms are locked and therefore useless.) We stayed on the trail to protect the habitat.

This is a nice little walk and alternative to the main highway. Wish they had a trail all around. A bit isolated and some remnants of garbage/homelessness squatters but saw no people like that. If I were a single lady I don’t think I would feel comfortable walking here alone with few people around. Did see deer and the children’s story on the boards is cute. Start on west end for story.

Great place to check out. If you are skiddish around homeless populations, depending on the time of day, this may not be your favorite place. Once upon a time, this lagoon stretched the length of San Juan to the ocean. If you walk the path, there are pages of a story placed under placards. The stories change every so often. This is a great little walk or ride if you like seeing prairie grass, a lagoon and ducks or herons.

Like being transported to the countryside..!

Pleasant park with lots of waterfowl and other birds. Flat trails and short, but pleasant. A few benches to laze upon. A welcome reprieve from the busy streets. BTW, I didn't observe any homeless camps, but it's probably still an issue from time to time.

It is a beautiful, clean park with ducks, a large pond, walking trails,dog friendly, and picnic areas that are both covered and open. I find often times that the homeless tend to stay here, however they have not posed a problem in the past.

I walk through here everyday. Love this park.

It was a nice shop. It had a lot of things for nerds, but the DnD/Magic kind of things for nerds instead of the half naked anime figure type of things for nerds, which is always much less uncomfortable to walk out of! Thank you! The staff seemed very nice, the cashier lady talked with my dad about mtg for a while, so that’s cool! I will say that it didn’t have much cool stuff, and the cool stuff that it did have was still very limited. It was a nice store though, I’d go again!

Don't miss this gem in your Port Townsend adventure, great toy and games store! A fantastic selection of kites, board games, puzzles, LEGO and card games.

Decent little shop. The two times I have been in the man at the counter seemed annoyed about any questions about card games, other than that it was a fun little shop.

Stop by tonight to buy some magic cards. They were closed early....I won't be coming back.

A must-stop whenever we're in PT! Independently owned toy store with a vast selection; MadLibs, Playmobil sets, art supplies, Pokemon cards, kid telescopes, and much more. Plenty of variety for my 1st grader and 4th grader. Staff is always more than happy to help with what you need.

We love Whistle Stop Toys! They have tons of great things in all different price ranges. From puzzles to legos, they really have it all. The owner and staff are always super friendly and helpful. We be back again and again.

We visited this store on our last day and we are so glad we found it! Ended up getting a few little novelty items and a sweatshirt, and some other random goods. We got the diamond in the "diamond in the rough" mining experience toy and we were so excited!! This place has everything and then some. We can't wait to come back and shop!

Excellent school. Well run and my instructor, Jerrod Dahl, was top notch! I took the 5 day Greenwood Carving class. What a great place to camp as well. Tap water is highly chlorinated though. Ugh. But don't let that stop you from coming! I appreciated the quick yoga class at lunch to work out the kinks from 7 hour class.

I recently took the Woodworking for Women - fantastic class. I have limited experience in woodworking, some self-taught and some instruction from husband/uncles. This class taught me new things and better ways for skills I already had. The instructors were wonderful and the week was packed with great instruction and practice on scrap wood and making a serving tray. I recommend it or any other class at the school highly.

A few years ago I had the great pleasure of attending Jim Tolpin's 5 day Handttool Heaven class at Port Townsend School of Woodworking. I learned so much in my brief time there, from Jim and Abel as well as the other students. The town the school is in is a magical place and provides a wonderful background for learning. I highly recommend the course, the school and the instructors - all are top-notch!

I attended this school and had many issues with their school policies related to gender and cultural appropriation of materials. I basically spent a lot of money and had a unpleasant experience. I would not attend the school again. Instead of focusing on craftsmanship, safety etc. the emphasis was on gender and other things.

Just took Hand Saw Essentials as my very first woodworking course, and I'm signed up for the rest of the Weekend Hand Tool Series. This a great way to find out if woodworking is your "thing." I'd take the week-long Hand Tool Series but I missed it this year. Instructors Steve & Raphael were great. Abel is one of the lead instructors for longer classes. I recently observed part of his Timber Framing class. He's extremely knowledgeable on many, many topics and is a very patient instructor.

In my perfect world, this would be where I would study traditional woodworking techniques, furniture building, and related skills. These people have built some of the most beautiful things that I have ever seen. And I know many of the staff and alumni personally. This is a very uniquely happy, seriously committed and creative community of woodworking devotees. Extra points for being in a beautiful setting.

have taken several classes and all went far beyond my expectations. instructors were true professionals. the tools where of high quality. to be with other student of like interest and of varying ages was a pleasant surprise. larry cook/spokane, wa

Very elegant store full of nautical themes, cozy blankets, and my all time favorite candles. They burn well, the scents are complex. This year they changed their candles a bit though; the jars are not as nice and they are maybe smaller? Either way, prices skyrocketed out of my comfortable range at this point, which is a shame. Still a lovely store. I’ll miss it!

What a fun and beautiful place to see! They really have an eye for design. Seasonal high quality goods and knick-knacks that are hard to find elsewhere. My friends made snow globes there for 8$. They were so cute, and the staff was great about getting us even more supplies to play with!

Very interesting supply of items to freshen up your home. Worth stopping by this store.

Such an amazing store with even better staff!! Always changing up inventory to help replenish your interior needs. also I have loved working with the owner, she has assisted me with many design projects.

Tons of awesome things for decorating your home. The store itself is impeccably designed and makes full use of the high ceilings of the historic building. Their soy candles are irresistible.

Loved this store, wish I had more money to spend, guess I'll have to make another trip! My husband loved the multi tool shaped like a crab!

This is a wonderful shop! The staff is amazing. I will come again and again.

Is the Victorian village of Port Townsend your destination? A quintessential boutique is a must stop as you stroll the village’s Water Street. Its name, Mad Hatter & Company, piques ones curiosity demanding at least a peek through the storefront window where a leprechaun size Mad Hatter with googly eyes invites you inside. Step into this charming boutique and be transported into the warmth of wool and the splendor of hats. For gents, spiffy pork pies, classy bowlers, and other fashionable styles await an appraisal. The ladies have attractive hand knit and elegant vintage hats to choose from. Beautiful woolen hats knitted by indigenous Peruvian artisans are gender friendly as are the trendy fingerless hand coverings designed by shop proprietor, Paulette Lack. Called knitwitts, these half mitts are fashioned with ultra-soft, toasty warm alpaca wool. Stylish scarves and jewelry from local artists and a bit of pottery punctuate the hat selections. Browse the shop; take your time; something will catch your fancy. The pleasing displays are well stocked and neatly organized. Friendly Paulette will assist and provide insights into the world of hats. Flag the Mad Hatter & Company as a “must see" on your itinerary. This gem of boutiques awaits your Port Townsend excursion.

Beautiful store that reflects the character of the town. There are many items other than hats for sale. Almost all products in the store are either locally made or brought in from Peru. The owners of the store are very friendly and helpful. It is a fun store to shop in because of the variety of items for sale. It is so nice to buy a one of a kind item for that special someone. It is so nice to support our local small businesses.

One of the most fun and interesting shops on a street of fun and interesting shops. Mad Hatter has a curated collection of locally made jewelry and wearables, as well as, beautiful items from a woman's collective in Peru. Every item has it's own story in a shop full of joy and comfort.

This is a wonderful hat store! They have local handmade and global hats for women and men, as well as some delicious vintage pieces. They also carry lovely scarves, mitts, and gloves, and a few surprises. Always worth a stop!

The owner is wonderful and certainly not "mad." Beautiful, quality goods and various items hand-made in Peru. Particularly appreciated that the items are from businesses, who apply fair practices.

It’s a great store with a lot of hats and jewelry that are all pretty dang great, and they have a nice, inclusive philosophy too.

Fun store great hats. Not as big of selection as I hoped.

Great beach, nice tide pools, excellent kite flying, old Army base where they filmed Officer and a Gentleman. You can camp, RV hook ups, rent an officers house, catch a film, get a beer, rent a kayak...

Nice area to explore.

Absolutely beautiful ❤️🌹

Pretty views from the top of the steps behind the fountain. The fountain itself is Insta friendly.

Lots of fun goofing around and people/ferry watching

This was a great campground. The employees working the booth were extremely helpful. We had reserved a spot near the showers but we're unable to get the teardrop backed into the site. What the picture on the website when we reserved didn't show was a boulder and a tree that made it impossible to back the trailer into the site. The employees were able to find us a pull through spot down below near the field that was super easy to get set up in. I would say that the pull through spots are all a little close. We checked in late so we didn't have time to explore the trails or beach, and a return trip is a must. Very quiet and peaceful location. Well off the road where you heard no road noise at all. Where we were located there were a couple of vault toilets at one end and down the hill near the day use area there were men/women restrooms with flushing toilets and sinks.

Fort Townsend State Park is a lovely spot if you’re looking for quick access to the water. After a short walk down a scenic path, you’re rewarded with beautiful waterfront views. The campsites are fairly close together, and from what I could tell, they’re all back-in sites, so keep that in mind if you’re bringing an RV or trailer. One thing that stood out was how clean the restrooms were—clearly well-maintained, which made the stay more comfortable. Overall, a nice, peaceful place with easy shoreline access.

We rolled in without a reservation on a Wed and found our choice of several spots. Super clean and nestled in the trees and near the bay. The restrooms were well stocked and the showers were available in the upper building. Easy to self check in and it was $32 for the night. No military/veteran discount for out of state residents. Near lots of walking trails.

We love this place. It's clean. Has bathrooms with flushing toilets. Lots of green grass. Miles of hiking trails.

Calm forested campground. The woman who checked us in was friendly. Bathrooms are kept clean and the shower really great considering it’s a campground shower. Much better than a lot of other places we’ve been. It’s a good base camp to go exploring outside the camp too. Fort Worden beach area is a great place to spend a few hours. And check out Puget Sound Express whale watching tours! The 4 star is because you hear a mild amount of air traffic and the paper mill in Port Townsend produces a stench that sometimes floats over the campground.

As a Florida girl, I was happy to find a beach. The view is spectacular. Enjoyed a visit to the museum and toured the lighthouse and grounds.

Loved this camp ground! We were in a great location by the bathroom and water. The way the campgrounds are placed felt private with the tall trees. There were people near us but it didn't feel like it. We went on the botany walk that's a little over a mile. It takes you through the woods woods different plants are marked with descriptions. It was very nice. Towards the end of the botany walk there is a viewpoint to the water. Loved the history behind this campground, there were lots of signposts with info on it. Overall this was my favorite campground we stayed at on our trip.