Best of Friday Harbor, WA

Friday Harbor is a quaint, sweet town within the San Juan Islands in Washington state. Full of active experiences such as fishing, boating, hiking and kayaking, Friday Harbor is the best place to find your serenity within nature and enjoy a nice family get-away.

LODGING:
Rental Homes (such as this house my family stayed at):
All over Friday Harbor (and the San Juans)

Earthbox
410 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
A beautiful, natural hotel gives the "neighborhood" feel while using caring products that nurture your body, including a Spa right next door! It's all the rave in Friday Harbor. Their care packages within each "box" room, such as picking a theme of Earth, Water, Wind, etc, include free beach cruisers and more.


FOOD:
Friday's Crabhouse
Located right across from the ferry landing.
Delicious, authentic seafood caught locally and cooked at one of the numerous "stations" within the gazebo-designed restaurant that looks as if you are in the midst of a Jimmy Buffett music video. Friday's Crabhouse is where it's at!

The Market Chef
225 "A" Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
The most mouth-watering cafe food I have tasted in my life. Somewhat like a grocery store's deli, The Market Chef has a variety of sandwiches and salads that will make you come back for more. * Best, stacked crab cake EVER!

Mi Casita
95 Nichols St. 
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
One of the best Mexican restaurants I have ever been to. The plates are huge and the portions are just as filling. The waiters are very accommodating to vegetarian or pescetarian needs. Yum!

King's Market
160 Spring St
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Right in the bustle of the downtown's hottest street: Spring, King's Market and apparel provides all of your grocery needs. Stay home and cook once or twice during your stay! * Don't forget to check the beverage case in the back--they carry VOSS (seen in this article).

Friday Harbor Ice Cream Co.
1 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Over 40 flavors to choose from, located at a very convenient spot by the ferry terminal. Outside seating with great view of the local marina and islands.


ATTRACTIONS/SHOPS:
Pelindaba Lavender Farms (and stores)
33 Hawthorne Lane
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Acres of lavender tended to from the hands of those who are passionate about it. Natural, good-for-you items made from the staff's own machinery behind the farm, along with a huge store filled with rare, lavender-inspired items such as hand wipes, cooking vinegar, gourmet dog biscuits, lemonade, hot chocolate and more. A MUST-visit!

Roche Harbor Museum of Art & IMA Sculpture Park
285 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA
Roche Harbor is a small community located by Friday Harbor, the park is located within it, and the museum can be found at the address above. The sculpture park has over 100 pieces of artwork spanning over a hike of 30 minutes or more. Family events are held seasonally with guest artists.

Dockside Treasures
110 Front St # 6
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Knick-knacky shop filled with souvenirs to take with you while you are waiting for your ferry ride home. I purchased a lovely ring (that did not turn my finger green) from their extensive selection of jewelry and a lovely ceramic storage dish that I absolutely love.

Griffin Bay Bookstore
155 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250-1669
Confidently the biggest bookstore in Friday Harbor, "the local Barnes & Noble", home to stationary gifts, journals and many more "reading accessories".

Sweet Spot
30 East St
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Great for the young and young at heart. Confectionary shop filled with old-fashioned bins and selections of candy priced by the piece, as low as $.5!

Serendipity Used Bookstore
225 A St
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Great finds daily at about half of retail bookstores' prices. Loads of books and genres to choose from along with a very friendly staff.

Friday Harbor Trading Co.
180 1st Street North
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
"A Northwest nautical gift shop" filled with knick-knacks and treasures from the sea.

Lime Kiln State Park
Unit Main, 1567 West Side Road
Friday Harbor, WA 98250-8602
Great for a picnic or a walk to see the whales and dolphins. Whale plush toys, videos and "listening" exhibit located in the visitor center.

The Hot Shop
260 Spring St # 1
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
The spiciest place in Friday Harbor--a shop filled with sauces, salsas and all other things flaming hot!

Friday Harbor Drug
210 Spring Street West, 
Friday Harbor
Great drug store for all of your vacation needs.

* Shops located on Spring Street can guarantee a great find for those with little or a lot to spend!