Top San Juan Islands Culture

Discover the beauty of Washington's Border Corner, the area north of Bellingham and the southern Canadian border. You'll enjoy a delightful day among beautiful old growth forests, beloved trails, historic parks, and scenic drives. At the Canada-U.S. border, you'll see the symbolic Peace Arch Park. Other highlights include the Dutch-themed village of Lynden, Semiahmoo Spit, Lynden Berthusen Park, Birch Bay, and Whatcom Falls Park.

Get up close with the orca whales off the San Juan Islands near Seattle on this half-day whale-watching cruise. San Juan Island is where the southern resident killer whales live about six months out of the year, from mid-April to October. It’s also considered one of the best places to view orca whales.

Get up close with the killer whales off Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands near Seattle, on this guided, 3.5-hour whale-watching cruise from Eastsound. Led by naturalist guides and captains, climb aboard a Blackfish fleet vessel and travel through some of the most picturesque scenery in the Pacific Northwest searching for orca, humpback and gray whales. Along the way, see ocean wildlife in their natural environment, like seals, porpoises, sea lions and otters — plus a wide variety of birds and more. Sightings are guaranteed from April through early September.

Washington's favorite scavenger hunt! Whether visitor or long time local, this hunt is an amazing and entertaining way to learn about the city. Created as a 'best of' activity, by the time you finish, you will know a lot about the city! Our hunts are self paced. Participants can make it a friendly competition among themselves or take a relaxed approach. This is your activity, and you can do whichever you like!

Explore the stunning Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands, on a full-day tour departing from Bellingham. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Scenic Byway, taking in beautiful landmarks and natural beauty. Visit Orcas Village and the Ferry Landing, then immerse yourself in the lush landscapes of Moran State Park and Obstruction Pass State Park. The tour also offers opportunities to discover local art galleries and museums, making it a culturally enriching experience. - Full-day tour of Orcas Island with scenic views and landmarks - Visit Orcas Village and Ferry Landing, perfect for relaxation - Explore the natural beauty of Moran and Obstruction Pass State Parks - Optional visits to local art galleries and museums for cultural enrichment