The Best of Bainbridge Island

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The Best of Bainbridge Island

The Arts, Culture, and History of Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Island is deemed a "Creative Zone" in Washington State. In this section learn more about the Arts and the Culture that make our island unique and the island's History.
Just a short skip off the boat at the interesction of Winslow Way and highway 305, BIMA is an island gem , open 7 days a week, and FREE to everyone. Donations accepted. Here you can discover the art and culture of the Puget Sound region.
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班布里治岛艺术博物馆
550 Winslow Way E
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Just a short skip off the boat at the interesction of Winslow Way and highway 305, BIMA is an island gem , open 7 days a week, and FREE to everyone. Donations accepted. Here you can discover the art and culture of the Puget Sound region.
Open for play and discovery, this is a perfect place for families with children ages 6 months to 10 years to explore. A short walk from the ferry and located just behind BIMA.
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Kids Discovery Museum
301 Ravine Ln NE
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Open for play and discovery, this is a perfect place for families with children ages 6 months to 10 years to explore. A short walk from the ferry and located just behind BIMA.
Located on the south end of the island, and housed in a charming old Tudor-style building, Lynwood Theater is a cinema treasure from the 1930s showing first-rate and off-beat films. Best buttered popcorn ever! Also serving beer and wine to enjoy!
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Lynwood Theater
4569 Lynwood Center Rd NE
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Located on the south end of the island, and housed in a charming old Tudor-style building, Lynwood Theater is a cinema treasure from the 1930s showing first-rate and off-beat films. Best buttered popcorn ever! Also serving beer and wine to enjoy!
Just a ten-minute walk from the ferry, you'll get to know the REAL Bainbridge Island at our Historical Museum. Learn how our island community is shaped by diversity, water, the rise and fall of the lumber industry, and the Japanese American Exclusion during WWII.
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Bainbridge Island Historical Museum
215 Ericksen Ave NE
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Just a ten-minute walk from the ferry, you'll get to know the REAL Bainbridge Island at our Historical Museum. Learn how our island community is shaped by diversity, water, the rise and fall of the lumber industry, and the Japanese American Exclusion during WWII.
Free to all, open sunrise to sunset, the BIJAC honors the first-generation Japanese who came to the United States, and particularly to Bainbridge island, to make a new life for themselves and their children. This memorial provides an accurate historical record.
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Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
4195 Eagle Harbor Dr NE
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Free to all, open sunrise to sunset, the BIJAC honors the first-generation Japanese who came to the United States, and particularly to Bainbridge island, to make a new life for themselves and their children. This memorial provides an accurate historical record.
Created by the vision of Virginia and Prentice Bloedel and with 150 acres and 23 distinct landscapes to explore, The Bloedel Reserve is one of my favorite island treasures. The gardens change with the seasons, always surprising me with something new. Not-to-be-missed!
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Bloedel 保护区
7571 NE Dolphin Dr
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Created by the vision of Virginia and Prentice Bloedel and with 150 acres and 23 distinct landscapes to explore, The Bloedel Reserve is one of my favorite island treasures. The gardens change with the seasons, always surprising me with something new. Not-to-be-missed!
Connecting you to skills, tools, and creativity, Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network: BARN offers workshops for woodworking, fiber arts, printmaking, jewelry, kitchen arts, print and book arts, tech labs, glass arts, metal fabrication, and more. There are 10 well-equipped studios and a community of people eager to help get you started. Check out the in-person classes.
Bainbridge BARN
Connecting you to skills, tools, and creativity, Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network: BARN offers workshops for woodworking, fiber arts, printmaking, jewelry, kitchen arts, print and book arts, tech labs, glass arts, metal fabrication, and more. There are 10 well-equipped studios and a community of people eager to help get you started. Check out the in-person classes.
Residing in Sakai Park - about 2 miles north of the Bainbridge ferry dock, and created by Copenhagen-based artist Thomas Dambo, Pia is an 18-foot tall troll made from recycled wood. Pia is one of several trolls found in cities across the Pacific Northwest.
Pia the Peacekeeper
Residing in Sakai Park - about 2 miles north of the Bainbridge ferry dock, and created by Copenhagen-based artist Thomas Dambo, Pia is an 18-foot tall troll made from recycled wood. Pia is one of several trolls found in cities across the Pacific Northwest.

Parks & Nature

You can hike from one side of the island's waters to the other side. About 10 miles roundtrip.
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Grand Forest West
9752 Miller Rd NE
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You can hike from one side of the island's waters to the other side. About 10 miles roundtrip.
Bainbridge Parks and Rec facility offers indoor tennis and pickleball courts, an Olympic size pool, sauna, a full gym with weights and machines, a gymnasium for basketball, personal trainers, and a variety of classes to join. Day use fees apply.
Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District
11700 High School Rd NE
Bainbridge Parks and Rec facility offers indoor tennis and pickleball courts, an Olympic size pool, sauna, a full gym with weights and machines, a gymnasium for basketball, personal trainers, and a variety of classes to join. Day use fees apply.
Hiking trails. Bike trails. Boat launch. Fort Ward is the park all islanders enjoy.
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Fort Ward State Park station
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Hiking trails. Bike trails. Boat launch. Fort Ward is the park all islanders enjoy.
Be at this island beach for July's fireworks. You won't be disappointed!
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Prichard Park
Northeast Old Creosote Hill Road
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Be at this island beach for July's fireworks. You won't be disappointed!
When low tide, the marine life is amazing. Like an outdoor aquarium!
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Rockaway Beach Park
4112-4128 Rockaway Beach Rd NE
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When low tide, the marine life is amazing. Like an outdoor aquarium!
Miles of trails to explore that surround Gazzam Lake and drop down to Puget Sound.
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Gazzam Lake Nature Preserve
6105 NE Marshall Rd
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Miles of trails to explore that surround Gazzam Lake and drop down to Puget Sound.
Stroll the open beach on the north end of the island that has views from Mt. Rainier to Mt. Baker. Watching the container ships and marine traffic of Puget Sound.
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Fay Bainbridge Park
15446 Sunrise Drive NE
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Stroll the open beach on the north end of the island that has views from Mt. Rainier to Mt. Baker. Watching the container ships and marine traffic of Puget Sound.
Port Blakely was once home to the largest lumber mill in the world. Check out the old graffiti'd concrete mill building. The graffiti changes daily at the whims of local teens!
Port Blakely
Port Blakely was once home to the largest lumber mill in the world. Check out the old graffiti'd concrete mill building. The graffiti changes daily at the whims of local teens!
Take a side trail to the beach. Excellent fishing when the salmon are running. Cast from the shore under the bridge.
Agate Passage Bridge
Take a side trail to the beach. Excellent fishing when the salmon are running. Cast from the shore under the bridge.
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Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
4195 Eagle Harbor Dr NE
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Dock jumping and safe swimming.
Hidden Cove Park
8588 NE Hidden Cove Rd
Dock jumping and safe swimming.
The warmest, safest water on the island for little ones to play.
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Lytle Beach
Lytle Road Northeast
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The warmest, safest water on the island for little ones to play.
An historic former Mosquito fleet and 100-ft long ferry dock, this is the ideal spot for fishing and scuba diving. During the hot days of summer you'll find local teens jumping from the dock into the waters below.
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Point White Dock
3939 Crystal Springs Dr NE
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An historic former Mosquito fleet and 100-ft long ferry dock, this is the ideal spot for fishing and scuba diving. During the hot days of summer you'll find local teens jumping from the dock into the waters below.
The Aquatic Center has two pools, one specifically for lap swimming and the other for families to enjoy. There is an area specifically for small children, a lazy river, a rope swing, diving boards, and a water slide to enjoy. Open daily.
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Bainbridge Aquatics Center
8521 Madison Ave N
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The Aquatic Center has two pools, one specifically for lap swimming and the other for families to enjoy. There is an area specifically for small children, a lazy river, a rope swing, diving boards, and a water slide to enjoy. Open daily.
This facility features an expansive open "street skating" area with ramps, rails, and other elements of a typical urban skating environment. The park is designed for skaters of all skill levels.
Strawberry Hill Skatepark Bowl
This facility features an expansive open "street skating" area with ramps, rails, and other elements of a typical urban skating environment. The park is designed for skaters of all skill levels.
A fabulous park with a six court pickleball facility, tennis courts, soccer/lacrosse/ baseball fields, a 2 mile walking trail, lakes for fishing, and a section devoted to play for young children, this park is a delight for all.
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Battle Point Park
11299 Arrow Point Dr NE
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A fabulous park with a six court pickleball facility, tennis courts, soccer/lacrosse/ baseball fields, a 2 mile walking trail, lakes for fishing, and a section devoted to play for young children, this park is a delight for all.

Food Scene

Best toast and jam! Best baked goods! Cup of soup and bread + butter are a lunchtime favorite.
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Blackbird Bakery
210 Winslow Way E
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Best toast and jam! Best baked goods! Cup of soup and bread + butter are a lunchtime favorite.
It's coffee at its finest. It's the coffee shop where you want to be seen.
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Storyville Coffee Company
9459 Coppertop Loop NE
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It's coffee at its finest. It's the coffee shop where you want to be seen.
The coffee shop that welcomes everyone...teas, coffee, salads, lunches...this is my favorite island hole-in-the-wall.
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Pegasus Coffee House
131 Parfitt Way SW
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The coffee shop that welcomes everyone...teas, coffee, salads, lunches...this is my favorite island hole-in-the-wall.
Serving up the best pastas and sauces, you can enjoy at their new restaurant or take home to enjoy.
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Via Rosa 11 Italian Kitchen
10320 NE Valley Rd
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Serving up the best pastas and sauces, you can enjoy at their new restaurant or take home to enjoy.
Best island baked goods! An assortment of breads and pastries baked daily, as well as cheeses, deli meats, and farm fresh vegies. This is a family-favorite destination.
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Pane d'Amore Artisan Bakery
4569 Lynwood Center Rd NE
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Best island baked goods! An assortment of breads and pastries baked daily, as well as cheeses, deli meats, and farm fresh vegies. This is a family-favorite destination.
Hitchcock's has received national attention for its small plates, farm-fresh foods, and creativity in pulling it all together. next door is their deli which offers sandwiches and lunch fare.
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Hitchcock
129 Winslow Way E
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Hitchcock's has received national attention for its small plates, farm-fresh foods, and creativity in pulling it all together. next door is their deli which offers sandwiches and lunch fare.
Bruciato's is a member of the Hitchcock restuarant scene. Excellent fire-oven pizzas. On the main drag of Winslow with lots of seating. Good, fast service.
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Bruciato
236 Winslow Way E
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Bruciato's is a member of the Hitchcock restuarant scene. Excellent fire-oven pizzas. On the main drag of Winslow with lots of seating. Good, fast service.
My favorite go-to for sandwiches and baked goods. Authentic French pastries and bread and bagel. When in Winslow, you must stop here for a treat! Limited day hours.
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Coquette Bake Shop
140 Winslow Way E
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My favorite go-to for sandwiches and baked goods. Authentic French pastries and bread and bagel. When in Winslow, you must stop here for a treat! Limited day hours.
Greg Atkinson serves up authentic French fare at his restaurant Marche.
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Restaurant Marché
150 Madrone Ln N
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Greg Atkinson serves up authentic French fare at his restaurant Marche.
South of the border fare at its best! Open later than most of our island restaurants. Good bar to watch sports.
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San Carlos Restaurant
279 Madison Ave N
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South of the border fare at its best! Open later than most of our island restaurants. Good bar to watch sports.
Treehouse Cafe offers a little of everything for families and couples. Live music, a pool table, area for families and a separate bar. Good old-fashioned fun for everyone to hang out.
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Treehouse Cafe
4569 Lynwood Center Rd NE
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Treehouse Cafe offers a little of everything for families and couples. Live music, a pool table, area for families and a separate bar. Good old-fashioned fun for everyone to hang out.
Mora's was just ranked #4 nationally. Homemade ice cream at its best! Try their namesake Blackberry ice cream or splurge on the hot fudge sundae. Several guests have sworn their molten cake is the best! Everything tastes yummy!
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Mora Iced Creamery
139 Madrone Ln N
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Mora's was just ranked #4 nationally. Homemade ice cream at its best! Try their namesake Blackberry ice cream or splurge on the hot fudge sundae. Several guests have sworn their molten cake is the best! Everything tastes yummy!
A local take-out Mexican joint owned by a local family. Fresh Mexican food! My teenagers' first choice!
Casa Rojas Mexican Cuisine
321 High School Rd NE
A local take-out Mexican joint owned by a local family. Fresh Mexican food! My teenagers' first choice!
A lovely old house converted into a beautiful restaurant with amazing food. Reserve a table in the old library by the fireplace. My favorites include the short ribs which melt in your mouth and the quinoa vegige dish.
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The Manor House at Pleasant Beach
4611 Woodson Ln NE
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A lovely old house converted into a beautiful restaurant with amazing food. Reserve a table in the old library by the fireplace. My favorites include the short ribs which melt in your mouth and the quinoa vegige dish.
An excellent choice for a farm fresh lunch!
BIMA Bistro
550 Winslow Way E
An excellent choice for a farm fresh lunch!
Farm fresh food on the farm! Thursday and Friday nights only, by reservation. Excellent dinners and a very special experience not to be missed. If you have to wait for your seats, take a walk on the neighborhood trails and work up your appetite.
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Heyday Farm
4370 Old Mill Rd NE
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Farm fresh food on the farm! Thursday and Friday nights only, by reservation. Excellent dinners and a very special experience not to be missed. If you have to wait for your seats, take a walk on the neighborhood trails and work up your appetite.
L'Atelier is a special spot on Bainbridge known only to locals. Currently open Fri-Sat-Sun morning 'til mid-afternoon, Tomas offers sweet and savory Belguim waffles , pastries, coffees, and the best chocolates you've ever had! The small bakery/chocolate/restaurant is a must-do when you visit Bainbridge.
L'Atelier TR
380 Three Tree Ln NE
L'Atelier is a special spot on Bainbridge known only to locals. Currently open Fri-Sat-Sun morning 'til mid-afternoon, Tomas offers sweet and savory Belguim waffles , pastries, coffees, and the best chocolates you've ever had! The small bakery/chocolate/restaurant is a must-do when you visit Bainbridge.
Excellent food and fun atmosphere. A favorite! Tucked behind the Bainbridge Island Art Museum and the Brewery on Winslow Way by the ferry dock.
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Agate Restaurant
500 Winslow Way East
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Excellent food and fun atmosphere. A favorite! Tucked behind the Bainbridge Island Art Museum and the Brewery on Winslow Way by the ferry dock.
New to the south end community of Lynwood Center B.I. Fish Co. offers fresh fish for take out/ eat-in.
Bainbridge Island Fish Company
4569 Lynwood Center Rd NE
New to the south end community of Lynwood Center B.I. Fish Co. offers fresh fish for take out/ eat-in.
Tuesday nights at Hey Day Farm for farm to table fresh food. Excellent! Not to miss!
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Heyday Farm
4370 Old Mill Rd NE
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Tuesday nights at Hey Day Farm for farm to table fresh food. Excellent! Not to miss!
Excellent for breakfast and lunch. Offering gluten-free and vegan plus bakery items. A favorite!
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Good Egg
140 Winslow Way W
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Excellent for breakfast and lunch. Offering gluten-free and vegan plus bakery items. A favorite!

Shopping

Stroll in and browse. You won't be disappointed! If nothing else, the smell of the burning candles will entice you to browse longer.
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Petit & Olson
156 Winslow Way E
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Stroll in and browse. You won't be disappointed! If nothing else, the smell of the burning candles will entice you to browse longer.
Best bookstore in Pacific Northwest! A must-see.
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Eagle Harbor Book Co
157 Winslow Way E
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Best bookstore in Pacific Northwest! A must-see.
This is Bainbridge's iconic destination. Forever a favorite. Browse the nursery, clothing, boots, gifts, animal supplies...you won't be able to walk out without buying something.
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Bay Hay and Feed
10355 NE Valley Rd
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This is Bainbridge's iconic destination. Forever a favorite. Browse the nursery, clothing, boots, gifts, animal supplies...you won't be able to walk out without buying something.
Looking for traditional toys? Looking for the newest toys available? Toys for ages 0-13 years. Don't miss this island mainstay.
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Calico Toy Shoppe
290 Winslow Way E
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Looking for traditional toys? Looking for the newest toys available? Toys for ages 0-13 years. Don't miss this island mainstay.
If sewing and fabrics are your thing, this store is for you. Lovely textiles.
Esther's Fabrics
181 Winslow Way E
If sewing and fabrics are your thing, this store is for you. Lovely textiles.
An eclectic mix of all-things French, including vintage fabrics.
Hattie Rose
150 Winslow Way E
An eclectic mix of all-things French, including vintage fabrics.
The most wonderful candy store ever. Serving fresh homemade fudge and an assortment of candies from around the world.
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Bon Bon Candies
230 Winslow Way E
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The most wonderful candy store ever. Serving fresh homemade fudge and an assortment of candies from around the world.
An old-fashioned garden store and nursery.
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Bainbridge Gardens
9415 Miller Rd NE
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An old-fashioned garden store and nursery.

Essentials

Willowtree Market is the ultimate health food store. Not to be missed! Hidden behind Eagle Harbor Books.
WILLOWTREE Market
169 Winslow Way E
Willowtree Market is the ultimate health food store. Not to be missed! Hidden behind Eagle Harbor Books.
Town & Country caters to the island's finer taste buds. A hot bar offers take out food. An excellent selection of well-chosen wines and beer.
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Town & Country Markets Inc
343 Winslow Way E
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Town & Country caters to the island's finer taste buds. A hot bar offers take out food. An excellent selection of well-chosen wines and beer.
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Safeway
253 High School Rd NE
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Everything Else

Take a stroll on the path from the ferry through Waterfront Park and the docks of the harbor. Fun people-watching, boats, and great views.
Waterfront Park
625 Winslow Way E
Take a stroll on the path from the ferry through Waterfront Park and the docks of the harbor. Fun people-watching, boats, and great views.
Rollingbay is a historic neighborhood with the old Bay Hay & Feed Store and our favorite Italian restaurant - Via Rosa. Also has a delightful coffee shop, a beautiful garden store, and the original old post office with its own zip code - 98061.
Rollingbay
Rollingbay is a historic neighborhood with the old Bay Hay & Feed Store and our favorite Italian restaurant - Via Rosa. Also has a delightful coffee shop, a beautiful garden store, and the original old post office with its own zip code - 98061.

Sightseeing

Locals jump off the dock on hot days. Fishing can be excellent.
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Point White Dock
3939 Crystal Springs Dr NE
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Locals jump off the dock on hot days. Fishing can be excellent.