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Visiting Port Townsend, WA


Surrounded on almost all sides by water, Port Townsend offers many places to launch your vessel of choice, from rowing scull to yacht. Frequent races, regattas and the annual Wooden Boat Festival testify to the relationship between land and sea. For the land lubbers, there are also numerous parks surrounding the city, including Fort Worden and Old Fort Townsend State Parks and, further away, Olympic National Forest. An artists' haven, the town is home to many galleries and a vibrant Art Walk.
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Inn at McCurdy House

5 of 5 stars
victoria,b.c.
Dec 10, 2009

McCurdy House has probably the best location of any b&b in the Port Townsend area. We were in the heart of the town with no noise. Kathleen is a kind cheerful person with a wealth of historical...more

The Fountain Cafe

5 of 5 stars
Port Townsend, WA
Dec 4, 2009

This is one of my favorite restaurants of all times and I'm a picky one. Upon entering the Fountain Cafe, one may question the small space located in one of the older buildings in Port Townsend....more

Silverwater Cafe

2 of 5 stars
Port Townsend, WA
Dec 4, 2009

Last night, my Mother, Daughter and I decided to splurge and go to one of the more expensive restaurants in town, The Silverwater Cafe. We arrived at 5 PM and the restaurant had very few customers. We...more

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