Situated east of the Cascade Mountains on the border of Idaho, Spokane is immersed in natural beauty.
Hike through the gorgeous wilderness, book a whitewater adventure or take to the slopes: it's all at your fingertips with one of our Spokane holidays. But it's not just about the outdoors. Spokane offers a great culinary experience, too, with mouth-watering restaurants and thirst-quenching brew pubs on just about every corner. Ready to tour and taste “The Lilac City”?
Established in 1904, Manito Park features 20 acres of family-friendly botanical gardens, native pine forests and the Nishinomiya Japanese Garden. The masterpiece is Riverfront Park, home to crowd-pleasers such as the thundering Spokane Falls, a 1909 hand-carved carousel, a Ferris wheel and an iconic sky ride over the falls.
If a city park is still too close to civilisation, Mount Spokane State Park, 48 kilometres northwest of downtown, should feed your need for escape. Hikers can climb Mount Spokane and Mount Kit in summer, while water lovers can raft or kayak sections of the Spokane River. The park becomes a skiers' haven in winter, with five daytime ski lifts and floodlit runs for carving after dark.
When you're ready to “wine” down your Spokane holiday, Spokane Valley’s family-run wineries are just 16 kilometres east of downtown. Award-winning wines and a friendly tasting ambiance make this region a draw for any oenophile. Arbor Crest Cellars, one of the state's oldest vintners, offers lovely cliff-top tasting rooms with panoramic views of the Spokane Valley. To get the most out of these and other attractions in eastern Washington, book one of Wotif’s Spokane car hire options for your trip.
If you’ve come to shop, Spokane will deliver. The Flour Mill, a turn-of-the-century historic building located on the north bank of the Spokane River, was converted into a quirky shopping mall for Expo 1974. It remains a source of characterful, locally owned shopping and quick-bite dining.
For a flavourful culinary experience, head for downtown Spokane. Restaurants in Riverside Park serve up great cuisine using farm-to-fork fresh ingredients, all with iconic views over the Falls. Plus, beer! Yes, we know it isn't a food, but Spokane is renowned for its beer culture. Local microbreweries, including stalwarts Iron Goat, Laughing Dog and No-Li Brewhouse, are popping up all over the city, bringing some truly tasty craft brews to your table.
If the night is still young, stay out late for more craft beer and cocktails accompanied by dancing, karaoke or live music. Spokane offers everything from live DJs and all-day happy hours to poker nights and poetry slams. The bulk of the action takes place in the pedestrian-friendly downtown along West Riverside Avenue, West Sprague Avenue and the streets that link the two.
Itching to go? With dozens of Spokane holiday packages to choose from, you'll be spoiled for choice. Wotif's user-friendly search tool can help you find and book great-value hotels and holidays in Spokane. Or check out our Seattle holidays and explore deep into the terrific state of Washington.
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