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# Friday Harbor Travel Guide
## Tourist Guide
## Visit Friday Harbor
Things to do
Reviews
#### This small town on San Juan Island is home to some special historic sites, festivals, open-air markets, craft shops, galleries and parks.
Enjoy the simplicity and serenity of San Juan Island’s gateway town. Friday Harbor is central to the transport, culture and commerce on San Juan Island, but the town is small and only has 2,000 inhabitants. Visit the cafés, restaurants, craft shops, festivals and galleries to get a sense of the community spirit on the island. In summer visitors flock here from the mainland and the bars and restaurants hum with a good natured atmosphere.
Culture thrives in Friday Harbor. Browse the art market, only a stone’s throw away from the ferry landing at Brickworks Plaza. Shop for hand-made pottery, jewelry, clothing and soaps. In summer, enjoy live music and theatre shows in the open air, visit one of the many festivals or simply sit in one of the waterfront bars and soak in the stunning views.
Take a self-guided walking tour of churches, parks and historical buildings. Pause at the granite memorial from 1921 in Memorial Park, which commemorates the locals who died in World War I. Don’t miss the San Juan Historical Museum, located in an old pioneer farmhouse. Tours are available throughout the year and its lawns are also used for major festivals and free live music nights.
Waterfront restaurants serve fresh seafood, harvested on the island, and a wide range of international cuisines, suiting all budgets. Treat yourself to an ice cream for dessert and take a seat on one of the benches in town for some people-watching.
To learn the names and habits of the resident orcas, head to the Whale Museum. Increase your chance to spot the seal colonies and pods of whales by joining one of the daily wild life cruises, kayak tours or scenic flights. During your trip you may meet the international graduate students of the Friday Harbor Laboratories, a world-renowned marine biology section of the University of Washington.
The town sits on the east coast of San Juan Island. Ferries sail directly from Anacortes on the mainland and water taxis can drop you off at nearby islands. Friday Harbor’s airport is close to the town center and has connections to cities such as Seattle and Bellingham.
- Top hotels in Friday Harbor
- Top Holiday Rentals in Friday Harbor
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Inn to the Woods B&B
46 Elena Drive Friday Harbor WA
Stay at this B&B in Friday Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Reuben Tarte Memorial Park and Mt. Grant Preserve are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
Overall a lovely property, stay was very relaxing in a beautiful setting. Innkeepers Nancy and Patrick were wonderful!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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Friday Harbor House
130 West Street Friday Harbor WA
£163
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Friday Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (248 reviews)
Everything was great
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
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Snug Harbor Resort
1997 Mitchell Bay Rd Friday Harbor WA
£175
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Friday Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions English ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (442 reviews)
The room was great!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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Waterfront Home - Watch a Sunset from the Hot Tub, Private Beach, Mooring Buoy
Friday Harbor WA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Friday Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Wescott Bay and Roche Harbor Marina are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
This was a fantastic trip and my family especially enjoyed it around the holidays many great memories were made
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
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Neil Bay Waterfront Family And Pet Friendly Property!
PCUP00-13-0010
Roche Harbor WA
Stay at this holiday home in Friday Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and Roche ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
It was a wonderful weekend get away. This is our 2nd time staying here. It’s difficult to go wrong with this lovely home & location. We would have liked to stay longer. Perhaps next time.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island
Friday Harbor WA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Friday Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions San Juan Islands Sculpture ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
Comfy and clean and warm!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
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### Popular places to visit
#### Roche Harbor Marina
Explore the waterfront in Roche Harbor with a trip to Roche Harbor Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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#### Lime Kiln Point State Park
Also known as Whale Watch Park, this diving site is one of the best places in the world to view wild orca pods from the shore.
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#### San Juan Island National Historic Park
You can learn about the history of Friday Harbor when you stop by San Juan Island National Historic Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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#### San Juan County Park
A hotspot for kayakers, this scenic and diverse campsite is the perfect retreat for both those wanting to relax and adventurists.
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#### English Camp
More than 150 years ago, the British Army prepared for battle on this site during the Pig War. Now, it’s a thought-provoking homage to the islands’ dramatic history.
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#### Wescott Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wescott Bay during your travels in Friday Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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### Things to do
#### The Orcas Project Wine Tasting
£21
per adult
**100%** of travellers recommend
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#### Sunset Canopy Climb on Lopez Island
£147
per adult
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## Reviews of Friday Harbor
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Verified traveller
We hired bicycles and cycled round the island. Great experience
## Cities near Friday Harbor
### Lopez Island
### Roche Harbor
- Cities near Friday Harbor
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