2024 Official Spokane Visitor Guide

Official Spokane Visitor Guide

Whatever your travel and lifestyle needs, The Davenport Hotel Collection delivers a luxuriously comfortable place to call your home away from home.

AMC 20 THEATRES WITH IMAX

ANTHROPOLOGIE

APPLE

FREE PEOPLE

THE LEGO STORE

LUSH NIKE

NORDSTROM

POTTERY BARN

SEPHORA

TWIGS BISTRO

URBAN OUTFITTERS

WHIZ KIDS

WILLIAMS-SONOMA & MUCH MORE!

SPOKANE IS A COOL CITY.

It’s one of the last bastions of America that hasn’t lost its historic charm to the cold steel of tech highrises and overdevelopment. It’s a mid-sized city with character, good food, craft beer, wineries, a thriving arts and music scene, beautiful hotels, boutique shopping, outdoor adventures, and pedestrian-friendly walkways. The outdoor spaces aren’t overcrowded, things are accessible, and you’ll find friendly faces greeting you as you walk downtown. Like any aging pop star, Spokane has reinvented itself over the decades–always building on its existing foundation. Sometimes in a Paul McCartney way, maybe in a Taylor Swift way, and sometimes in a Keith Richards way, but we promise it’s always entertaining.

WELCOME.

PUBLISHER

Visit Spokane

801 W Riverside Ave Spokane, WA 99201

1.888.SPOKANE

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER

Riverfront Park

620 W Spokane Falls Blvd Spokane, WA 99201

visitspokane.com

PRESIDENT & CEO

Rose Noble

EDITOR

Kate Hudson

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Brandon Withrow

COVER ART

Karli Fairbanks

DESIGN & CREATIVE

Karli Fairbanks

Katie Fairbanks

ADVERTISING & LOGISTICS

Hannah Deubel

Julianne Kerley

Kiley Koehler

Lisa Simpson

Jody Nelson

Jeff Hawley

DISTRICTS

South Hill Turkeys, Libby Kamrowski

SPOKANE RIVER

BROWNE'S ADDITION

NORTH MONROE

GARLAND

HILLYARD

U-DISTRICT

KENDALL YARDS

SOUTH PERRY

SPRAGUE UNION

Spokane’s districts are thriving and vastly different. We highly recommend venturing out of the downtown core to discover how cool they are. Each area has its personality–from gritty, blue-collar to quirky and historic. As you explore, compare and identify your favorite thing about each district. We guarantee you’ll be impressed!

BROWNE’S ADDITION

Spokane’s oldest neighborhood is stunning and crammed with Victorian-era mansions. Mature maple and oak trees line the streets, making them a dreamy backdrop for a walk. Located just west of downtown, it’s an easy walk or scooter ride from your hotel.

EAT & DRINK

Capri Coffee

The Elk

Frank’s Diner

Italia Trattoria

Ladder Coffee

Pacific Pizza

SHOP & PLAY

Campbell House

The Chameleon Music

Venue & Nightclub

Coeur d’Alene Park

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture

Spokane Farmers Market

HIDDEN GEMS

Bijou

El Que

Patsy Clark Mansion

Rind & Wheat

Roberts Mansion

Brownes

Elk Public House, Libby Kamrowski

Patsy Clark Mansion, Libby Kamrowski

GAR LAND

DISTRI CT

The iconic neon lights of The Garland Theater beckon and serve as the anchor to the quirky Garland District. When you walk down the main drag, you’ll understand why many major films–Benny & Joon, VisionQuest, and Why Would I Lie?--made the area their backdrops. Murals by local artists also feature prominently on the walls of businesses in this artistic and lovely neighborhood.

EAT & DRINK

Bon Bon

Ferguson’s Cafe

Garland Brew Werks

Garland Drinkery

Garland Sandwich Shoppe

Little Noodle

Mary Lou’s Milk Bottle

North Hill on Garland

Rocket Bakery

SHOP & PLAY

Collective Threads Vintage

Garland Mercantile

Garland Theater

Vintage Print and Neon

HIDDEN GEMS

The Brown Derby

Garland Art Gallery

Garland Summer Market

Giant Nerd Books

Itty Bitty Buddha Bar

Collective Threads, The Inlander Garland Theater, Ben Matthews

Ferguson's Cafe, Libby Kamrowski

EAT & DRINK

The Bad Seed

Derailer Coffee

Dogtown Taphouse & BBQ

Locos

Neon Moon Jones

Smokehouse BBQ

Kismet

Red Dragon Chinese

SHOP & PLAY

Esmeralda Golf Course

Hillyard Variety

KJ Pottery

Market Street

Antiques

Vintage Mercantile & Auction

HIDDEN GEMS

Beacon Hill

Hillyard Festival

Hillyard Skate Park

HILL YARD

The Hillyard Historic Business District is on the Spokane and National Historic Registers. The working-class neighborhood was built around the rails in the 1800s. Admirable architecture dots the main drag, now filled with restaurants, pubs, shops, and entertainment.

Y A R DS KEN DALL

Fifteen years ago, Kendall Yards was a vast wasteland of polluted railyard. Broken bottles and garbage dotted the landscape. Now, it is one of Spokane’s youngest districts with sweeping views of the Spokane River and downtown.

EAT & DRINK

Baba

Bean & Pie

The Bruncheonette

The Crêpe Cafè Sisters

Hello Sugar

Maryhill Winery

Molé

New Love Coffee

Outwest Wine & Cider

Nectar Wine & Beer

Sorella

The Scoop

Tamale Box

Versalia Pizza

Yards Bruncheon

SHOP & PLAY

Boutique Bleu

Fleet Feet

The Great PNW

French Toast

Mama & Mini

My Fresh Basket

Prairie Dog Mercantile

HIDDEN GEMS

Kendall Yards Night Market

Marmot Art Space

Spark Central Uprise Brewing

My

French

Baba, Nick James

Kendall Yards, Nick James

Once a pass-through for vehicles, the corridor is now pedestrian-friendly and a destination for diners, craft beer lovers, antique enthusiasts, and shoppers.

EAT & DRINK

Aloha Island Grill

Bellwether Brewing Company

Christ Kitchen

Elliots An Urban Kitchen

Four-Eyed Guys Brewing

Hi Neighbor Tavern

The Hub Tavern

Karma Indian Cuisine

Ladder Coffee

Prohibition Gastropub

Zozo’s Sandwich House

SHOP & PLAY

1889 Salvage Co.

Atomic Threads

Clothing Boutique

Brazen Boutique

Chic & Shab

KINGS Quality Menswear

Paint in My Hair

Tossed & Found

HIDDEN GEMS

Afghani Grocery Store

The Chop Shop Plants & Oddities

Emerson-Garfield Farmers’ Market

Four Thousand Holes

EVENTS

Planning a trip? Why not find one of Spokane’s signature events as the starting point and build from there? Spokane has it all – the world’s largest 3-on-3 basketball tournment, Bloomsday, the country’s longest running torchlight parade, and more.

JANUARY

FE

INLAND NORTHWEST RV SHOW

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center

spokanervshow.com

INLANDER RESTAURANT WEEK

Various locations

inlanderrestaurantweek.com

SPOKANE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Various locations

spokanefilmfestival.org

SPOKANE GOLF SHOW

Spokane Convention Center

spokanegolfshow.com

MA R CH

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

Downtown Spokane friendlysonsofsaintpatrick.com

BIG HORN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SHOW

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center bighornshow.com

PERRY

DISTRICT

With a perfect little windmill, walkable streets, and whimsical storefronts, South Perry is totes adorbs. For any visitor who wants to live like a local, Perry is where it’s at.

EAT & DRINK

Française Spokane

Indicana

Pacific to Palouse Wine Bar

Perry Street Brewing

The Shop

South Perry Lantern

South Perry Pizza

Wisconsin Burger

SHOP & PLAY

Lorien Herbs and Natural Foods

Veda Lux Boutique

Title 9

Windfall Thrift Store

HIDDEN GEMS

The Grain Shed

Grant Park

Liberty Park Florist

Meeting House Cafe

Wishing Tree Books S

Perry Street Brewing, Libby Kamrowski

South Perry Pizza, Libby Kamrowski Laurien Herbs, South Perry District, Ben Matthews

EAT & DRINK

Bennidito’s Brewpub

Breaüxdoo Bakery

Checkerboard Bar

Cream & Sugar Coffee Shop

The Union Tavern

Sam and Dom’s

Wake Up Call Coffee

SHOP & PLAY

Bide & Burgeon

Blue Cat Vintage

Dare Designs

Greencastle Soap Company

Katze Boutique

New Moon Art Gallery

The Rusty Mug

Two Women Vintage Goods

HIDDEN GEMS

Back Alley Vintage

Best Asian Market

Sonnenberg’s Market & Deli

UNION

The Sprague Union District is evolving. The area just east of downtown Spokane once had a rough reputation, but vintage shops, bars, and restaurants now fill the quaint buildings. It’s the right amount of grit mixed with charm.

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT

As the name implies, The University District has six universities and two medical schools, but in the middle of all that innovation lies shops, restaurants, and breweries. The area has a college-town vibe in the middle of the city. Pro-tip: if you’re staying downtown, simply hop on the lilac City Line bus for a quick trip.

Auntie’s Bookstore

EAT & DRINK

Caruso’s Sandwiches

Clark’s Fork

Indigenous Eats

Jack & Dan’s

Lilac City Bakery

Logan Tavern

Lumberbeard Brewing

No-Li Brewhouse

The Osprey SHOP & PLAY

The Bookie

Global Neighborhood Thrift

Gonzaga University Bookstore

Myrtle Woldson

Performing Arts Center

Spokane Art School

HIDDEN GEMS

Bing Crosby Museum

Centennial Trail

Donut Parade

Jundt Art Museum

Pete’s Pizza

Myrtle Woldson Performing Art Center, Gonzaga University

LIBERTY LAKE

ONCE THE SUMMER PLAYGROUND FOR OLD SPOKANE, THE LAKE REMAINS A TOP ATTRACTION. MODERN LIBERTY LAKE IS SO MUCH MORE THAN THE LAKE– IT IS ALSO GOLF, HIKING, FOOD, AND WINE. THE CITY IS ALSO HOME TO MANY TECH COMPANIES, MAKING IT A HOT SPOT FOR INVESTMENT AND GROWTH.

PLAY

Liberty Lake has no shortage of things to do. Hiking trails offer challenges, the lake is a place to cool off in summer or ice skate in winter, and the HUB Sports Center is a sanctuary if you want to play pickleball, badminton, or basketball. Fern Plant Shop and Collected Goods will make you want to spend your green.

Plan a camping trip and stay at Liberty Lake Regional Park. Trek up the Liberty Lake Loop Trail, breathe in the scents from the ancient cedar grove, and peek at the waterfall. Book a guided trip with Mica Moon Zip Tours & Aerial Park. Or spend a casual summer afternoon tearing up Liberty Lake or MeadowWood Golf Course greens. Take the kids to play at Pavillion Park, then swim at the public beach at Liberty Lake Regional Park. The seasonal Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market is excellent for fresh fruits, veggies, and locally made goods.

EAT & DRINK

Like its population, Liberty Lake is small but has everything you need. Start your day with breakfast, coffee, or boba tea at Bocopop or New Love Coffee. Fresh juice at Liberty Lake Juice is always a healthy choice. For lunch, try Versalia or Palenque Mexican. Palenque has golf course views and fantastic margaritas.

We recommend Barlows, Hay J’s Bistro, Fujiyama, or Piccolo Artisan Pizza Kitchen for dinner. Hold court at the Pentagon; it’ll take days for the garlic breath to fade. Sweet Annie’s Artisan Creamery is a dessert favorite.

Go to Trailbreaker Cider, a family-friendly establishment that also offers food. They press the locally grown apples on site. Hop over to craft brewery Snow Eater. For a truly delightful wine experience, go to Liberty Lake Wine Cellars.

New Love Coffee

Fern Plant Shop

COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO

Make a run for the border (no, not Taco Bell) and spend an afternoon in the lovely resort town of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The former lumber and mining town is a very easy 30-mile commute east of Spokane. It is a must-stop, must-see resort town with something for everyone year-round.

PLAY

Watersports are the name of the game in this true resort town. The city sits on the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene, which is massive and sports a public beach and dock. Summer months make for a packed downtown filled with people dressed in swimsuits and carrying paddleboards. We highly recommend staying at least one night at the spectacular Coeur d’Alene Resort. Golf the course with the world’s only existing floating green. Hike Tubbs Hill and jump off the rocks into the water below–a favorite activity with the locals–or bike the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes. You may just see a moose. Zipline with Timberline Adventures

Take a scenic water tour with Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises. The cruises run year-round, and the holiday-themed “Journey to the North Pole” cruises are very popular in winter.

Wander through The Shops. Make sure you walk up and down Sherman Avenue, the main drag in downtown Coeur d’Alene. The street has locally owned boutiques and art galleries. The kids will adore Figpickels Toy Emporium

The Museum of North Idaho is always educational.

EAT & DRINK

Start your day at Anchored Coffee Shop or try Coeur d’Alene Coffee Company. Pull into The Dockside inside the Coeur d’Alene Resort for more typical breakfast fare.

For lunch, you must go to the iconic Hudson’s Hamburgers. The same family has owned the restaurant for five generations. Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese is another popular spot with the locals. Crafted is always lovely. Honey Eatery has some of the best fried chicken you’ll ever try.

For dinner, we recommend Moon Time. Try the corn pasta salad. Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery is a perfect stop. Cedars Floating Restaurant offers lake views and a daily fish special. But if fancy is the name of the game, go to Beverly’s. You’ll impress your friends and family.

In true Northwest fashion, wineries and craft breweries are plentiful. For wine, try Coeur d’Alene Cellars or Rivaura Estate Vineyards & Winery. Trickster Brewing, Daft Badger, and Mad Bomber for craft beer.

Coeur d'Alene Moose Statue, Libby Kamrowski

Coeur d'Alene Lake, Libby Kamrowski

The city of Millwood is quaint. A historic main drag and adorable side streets hug the Spokane River as it meanders quietly to the roaring Spokane Falls in downtown Spokane. Millwood is an old mill town with a still functioning paper mill across from the historic business district.

PLAY

The first thing you notice in Millwood is its proximity to the Spokane River. Floating the river and hiking along the Centennial Trail are popular activities. The Millwood Farmers’ Market is always fun in summer and nods to nearby Spokane Valley’s agricultural history. Rock climbing reigns supreme at Minnehaha.

EAT & DRINK

Drop into The Rocket Bakery for an espresso and pastry. Diners would do well at Joe’s House. Stick with burgers from Hangry’s, and the owners promise you’ll leave happy. A fixture since 1941, Old Mill Bar & Grill is also an option if you want to blend in with the “millbillies” as the locals call themselves. Whistlepunk East is an oasis of craft brewing. The gorgeous Arbor Crest Wine Cellars is on a hilltop over the Millwood district. A trip to the winery’s historic Cliff House is necessary. A glass of wine is encouraged. The winery hosts outdoor concerts during the summer.

The Corner Door Cafe, Millwood, NIck James Spokane River in Millwood, Nick James

SPOKANE VALLEY

The City of Spokane Valley is a family-friendly community directly east of Spokane. It offers all the fun, shopping, and outdoor activity you can imagine.

PLAY

Outdoor activities are the prime entertainment option in Spokane Valley. With access to the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River, the Dishman Hills Natural Area, and Antoine Peak, walkers, bikers, and hikers will fall in love. We recommend hiking the Rocks of Sharon for stunning views of the Palouse. 55 acres at Mirabeau Point Park is a stroll made in heaven, and the kids will love Discovery Playground.

Shop at Spokane Valley Mall, home to H&M, Old Navy, and Nordstrom Rack stores. For sports fans, summer brings Spokane Indians Baseball games.

Spokane Valley also has annual events like Crave! and Spokane Valleyfest.

EAT & DRINK

Sticky buns at the Skyway Cafe at historic Felts Field are a good start to the day. Watch the planes take off and land. Cottage Cafe is also a popular breakfast spot. Spokane Valley is a barbecue hotspot. Roll

into Outlaw BBQ, Smokeridge BBQ, or TT’s Old Iron Brewery & BBQ for lunch. Dinner options include Craft & Gather, Ambrosia Bistro & Wine Bar, Twigs Bistro, or Max at Mirabeau

The craft beer scene is quickly becoming big in Spokane Valley. Try YaYa Brewing, Badass Backyard Brewing, No Drought Brewing, Bardic Brewing and Cider. For those who love wine, try Latah Creek Wine Cellars, one of the oldest wineries in Washington.

Craft cocktails are at The Boneyard, The Rock Bar & Grill, or iolite Lounge. Stop at Beard Papa’s for dessert, where cream puffs reign supreme.

WEST PLAI

SNThe West Plains comprises three distinct areas, and all are worth checking out. The charming college town of Cheney, the bustling business hub of Airway Heights, and the more rural area known as Medical Lake are a quick drive from Spokane.

PLAY

Northern Quest Resort and Casino is a mini-Las Vegas filled with concerts, dining, drinks, a cigar bar, and shopping. If you go, get a

cocktail at Highball. Drop the kids off at Kids Quest, a supervised space where kiddos can play. Cyber Quest has arcade games for all ages.

You’ll also do well to stop at The Spokane Tribe Casino. The ever-expanding location in Airway Heights has several restaurants, a casino with a hotel, and an event space that frequently hosts live music and comedians.

Family and crafting are the inspirations behind Ree Creations, a Cheney shop named for the owner’s grandmother. In the summer months, go jump in Fish Lake in Cheney. If you visit in the fall, a football game at Cheney’s Eastern Washington University’s Roos Field is perfect.

Go to Turnbull Wildlife National Refuge in Cheney for bird watching, hiking, and running.

EAT & DRINK

For coffee, try West Plains Coffee Roasters in Cheney. For breakfast, go to Benes. As the name would suggest, it serves up inventive variations on the beloved eggs benedict. Barrelhouse Pub & Pizza in Cheney is perfect for lunch. Lefevre Street Bakery is a sweet spot in Medical Lake for breakfast and lunch.

The Rusty Moose in Airway Heights serves up healthy portions for casual dining.

For meat lovers, try Longhorn Barbecue or Masselow’s Steakhouse at Northern Quest Resort and Casino in Airway Heights. If it’s Asian food you seek, go to East Pan Asian inside Northern Quest.

IN 1974, SPOKANE BECAME THE SMALLEST CITY IN HISTORY TO HOST A WORLD’S FAIR. As an environmentally focused event, the Spokane World’s Fair sparked a transformation in the heart of our city that became the catalyst for sustainable growth in our region. In short, it turned into a righteous party!

In 2024, from May to July to be exact, visitors during that time will enjoy a two-month-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Expo. The celebration aims to reignite the nostalgia of this international milestone in Spokane’s history and invite new generations to carry the mantle of creating a cleaner and brighter tomorrow.

FLIP THE PAGES QUICKLY TO SEE THE EXPO THEN AND NOW.

RIVERFRONT PARK

Fifty years ago, Riverfront Park didn’t exist. The area was a polluted eyesore caused by decades of railyard waste. Pioneering civic leaders used the Expo as an excuse to turn it into the gem you see today.

We invite you to reap the dividends of the risks taken by those visionaries and play in the park.

ICE AGE FLOODS PLAYGROUND

Let your children play and learn about the events that shaped the region’s geography! The Ice Age Floods Playground features a splash pad, a skateboard park, a three-story slide, and basketball courts.

GARBAGE-EATING GOAT

This iconic metal sculpture, created by Sister Paula Turnbull, has a vacuum that sucks up your trash.

GREAT NORTHERN CLOCK TOWER

A remnant of the Great Northern rail depot, the tower is a silent sentinel tracking the time. It takes a technician 99 cranks to keep the clock going for one week.

LOOFF CARROUSEL

The carousel was hand-carved by Charles Looff in 1909 as a gift for Looff’s daughter and her husband.

NUMERICA SKATE RIBBON

It’s ice skating in the winter, but in the summer months, you can roller skate.

NUMERICA SKYRIDE

The lilac gondolas, the World’s Fair relics, take riders over the lower Falls. The cars are ADA-accessible and hold six passengers.

PROVIDENCE PLAYSCAPE

The city’s first all-inclusive playground, Providence Playscape, allows free movement for children with assisted devices.

Spokane starts here

Riverfront is the height of the urban experience—a place to explore scenic green spaces surrounded by the best dining, shopping and entertainment in the region.

Whirl around on a historic carrousel. Skate at the Ribbon and soar on the SkyRide. Explore miles of trails. Take a shoreline stroll on the boardwalk. Step into a world of waterfalls.

These and other attractions await at the roaring heart of Spokane.

RiverfrontSpokane.org

Call 509.625.6600

Spokane, Nick James

ADVENTURES

If you’re the type who loves a little fear and excitement with your vacation, we have some ideas.

SOAR

Mica Moon Zip Tours & Aerial Park (micamoon.com) is a must. The tour, which involves nine zip lines, two hikes, and one 3500’ zip, is about five hours, so plan to make a day of it. Make time to monkey around on the ropes at the aerial park. Or head to Idaho and take a zip tour with Timberline Adventures. (ziptimberline.com)

PADDLE

Rent kayaks or paddleboards from Fun Unlimited, Inc. at their Post Falls, Idaho location. (cdasports.com)

Take a guided whitewater rafting trip on the Spokane River with Wiley E. Waters (riverrafting.net) or ROW Adventure (rowadventurecenter.com), which offers guided St. Joe and Clark Fork Rivers trips.

CLIMB

Get your rocks off climbing at Deep Creek in Riverside State Park (parks. wa.gov/573/Riverside). Rock climbers will also do well at Minnehaha or Rocks of Sharon in Spokane Valley.

RIDE

For one of the best bike rides of your life, head east to the Route of the Hiawatha. (ridethehiawatha.com) The scenic trail rolls along 15 miles of the old Milwaukee Rail Line. Bring your headlamp; the trail goes through 10 dark rail tunnels. The best part is that it’s mostly downhill, with the option of a shuttle to bring you back up to the parking lot.

SPOKANE

Spokane’s golf scene is underappreciated and unbelievably robust. When the average round of golf costs $35, you can’t go wrong. Golf enthusiasts would do well planning an entire vacation around golf in the region. In addition to lovely public courses, you’ll find stunning private courses, too.

MT SPOKANE SKI & SNOWBOARD PARK

Drive time: 55-minutes

mtspokane.com

SILVER MOUNTAIN RESORT

Drive time: 1 hour 5 minutes

silvermt.com

49 DEGREES NORTH

Drive time: 1 hour 18 minutes

ski49n.com

LOOKOUT PASS

Drive time: 1 hour 26 minutes skilookout.com

SCHWEITZER

MOUNTAIN RESORT

Drive time: 1 hour 46 minutes schweitzer.com

CITY

Spokane is a ski city. Five ski resorts are within a two-hour drive of downtown Spokane. Each mountain hosts adventures like skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and much more.

Pro-tip: those ski hills turn into a trail runner’s paradise in the summer.

LAKE IT UP

Spokane may be landlocked, but with 76 lakes and dozens of rivers around the region, you will surely find the perfect place to paddle, float, or boat.

MEDICAL

SPRAGUE

NEWMAN LAKE

LAKE

LAKE

SPOKANE LAKE (LONG LAKE)

STATE PARKS

We’re lowkey bragging when we mention Spokane is home to Washington’s two largest state parks: Mount Spokane and Riverside State Parks.

RIVERSIDE STATE PARK

Nine Mile Falls, WA

509.465.5064

Just nine miles northwest of downtown Spokane, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast. The 40-mile-long, paved Centennial Trail starts here. The park has campgrounds, hiking and biking trails, horse trails complete with an obstacle course, and a 60-foot round pen, and it is ORV-friendly.

• 9,000 acres

• 55 miles of hiking trails

• 1 mile of ADA-accessible hiking trail

• 25 miles of horse trails

• 600 acres of ORV special terrain

• Campsites available

• Discovery Pass required

FISK STATE PARK

Tumtum, WA

509.465.5064

Adjoining Riverside State Park is Fisk State Park. The park, located 30 miles northwest of downtown Spokane, sits along the banks of the Spokane River. Commanding granite cliffs encircle the water, creating a swimming hole called The Cove. Be sure to watch your step!

• 600 acres

• Hiking trails

• Swimming allowed

• Discovery Pass required

Fisk State Park, Rika Ream

MOUNT SPOKANE STATE PARK

Mead, WA

509.238.4258

You’ll always get a different view with hiking, biking, and horse trails. The mountain is home to Mt Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park if you love winter sports. Make sure to stop at the historic Vista House for a photo op.

• 13,000 acres

• 100 miles of hiking trails

• 100 miles of horse trails

• 90 miles of bike trails

• Ski, snowboard, tubing, nordic skiing

• Campsites available

• Discovery Pass required

BLAZE TRAIL

Biking, hiking, or running: Spokane has it all. If you’re wondering where to go, save your energy for the hills because we’ve made it easy.

ANTOINE PEAK CONSERVATION AREA

Canfield Gulch Trailhead: 19516 E Lincoln Road

West Trailhead: 15501 E Brevier Road

Trentwood Trailhead: 17711 E Wellesley Avenue

Spokane Valley, WA

TRAIL: Intermediate PARKING: Free

CAMP SEKANI & BEACON HILL

67070 E Upriver Drive

Spokane Valley, WA

TRAIL: Intermediate PARKING: Free

This trail system sits on 1,000 acres of public and private land. You’re sure to have fun with 30 mountain bike trails. The elevation gain is moderate, with the highest point at 2,604’ above sea level.

Centennial Trail, Kendall Yards, Ben Matthews

CENTENNIAL TRAIL

Spokane, WA

TRAIL: Easy

PARKING: Depends on where you start

Make a day of it and start in Riverside State Park, where The Centennial Trail begins. Bike the entire 40 miles across state lines to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The whole trail is paved and flat.

HIGH DRIVE BLUFF TRAILS

3418 S Jefferson Drive

Spokane, WA

TRAIL: Easy/Intermediate PARKING: Free

You’ll fit in with the locals on these trails, which allow spectacular views of southwest Spokane. Go at sunset to have your socks knocked off by brilliance.

ILLER CREEK/ROCKS OF SHARON

9100 E Rockcrest Lane

Spokane Valley, WA

TRAIL: Intermediate

PARKING: Free

Located in Spokane Valley right off Dishman-Mica Road and Appleway Boulevard, you’ll find a small parking lot and south entry

to Rocks of Sharon. This hike has various trails to the top, including more challenging terrain and a 1,200 ft gain in elevation.

LIBERTY LAKE LOOP TRAIL

3707 S Zephyr Road

Liberty Lake, WA

TRAIL: Difficult

PARKING: $2 Parking Fee

The trail is an 8.5-mile trek filled with cedar groves, a lovely little waterfall, and beautiful views of Liberty Lake.

RIVERSIDE STATE PARK/ BOWL AND PITCHER

4427 Aubrey L White Parkway

Spokane, WA

TRAIL: Easy

PARKING: Discovery Pass Required

This hike follows the Little Spokane River on an old railroad grade. This hike is relatively easy and goes over a historic suspension bridge.

MOUNT SPOKANE STATE PARK

26107 N Mt Spokane Park Drive

Mead, WA

Trail: Easy/Intermediate/Difficult

Parking: Discovery Pass Required

This vast state park has plenty of trails. If you’re looking for something easy, you’ll find it. If you want something challenging, you’ll find steep inclines! Mount Spokane is enjoyable all year long. Along this climb, you will pass through alpine meadows and rocky slopes before reaching the summit.

DISHMAN HILLS NATURAL AREA

625 S Sargent Road

Spokane Valley, WA

TRAIL: Easy/Intermediate

PARKING: Free

Dishman Hills is a tremendous four-mile, out-and-back trail in Spokane Valley. Most cyclists and hikers love the options it provides. This area is unique because it’s a neat woodland tucked away in a residential area. The gradual incline makes it a fantastic choice for families.

PALOUSE TO CASCADES STATE PARK TRAIL

palousetocascadestrail.org

TRAIL: Easy/Intermediate

PARKING: Discover Pass Required

The Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail is an up-and-coming 250-mile rail trail that crosses multi-state trails. Start with the Tekoa or Rosalia, WA portion, and head west to the Cascades.

Iller Creek, photo by Ben Matthews

SPOKANE RIVER

Stare at it, swim it, boat it, paddle it, or fish it.

The Spokane River runs through the heart of Spokane. We encourage you to take advantage.

RAFT

Expert guides will take you for water adventures that begin just below the Spokane Falls in downtown Spokane and take you along the river gorge to Riverside State Park.

Wiley E. Waters 1701 W Water Avenue riverrafting.net

FISH

Rainbow, Brown, and Brook

Trout are on the menu. Two outfitters offer guided fly fishing tours on the river.

Fly Fish Spokane

509.808.3066

flyfishspokane.com

Silver Bow Fly Shop

509.924.9998

silverbowflyshop.com

THINGS TO DO

Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, The Fox Theater

ACCESSIBLE ATTRACTIONS

Riverfront Park is 100 acres of paved pathways through beautiful green spaces. Soar over the roaring Spokane Falls in the ADA-accessible, wheelchair-friendly SkyRide gondolas. The historic Looff Carrousel is also ADA-accessible.

Roll through Manito Park. It’s free to visit. The park offers smooth pathways through five formal gardens. Drink wine at Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, a historic estate with paved pathways and sweeping views of Spokane. Tour the Historic Davenport Hotel.

Spokane is crammed full of hiking experiences for all abilities. The top trails for wheelchair users are the Palisades Park Loop, The Centennial Trail, the Children of the Sun Trail, and Ben Burr Trail.

SENSORY EXPERIENCES

Mobius Discovery Center is accessible and a favorite for young minds. The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, a Smithsonianaffiliated museum, is also a perfect stop. For children, you’ll find the all-abilities Providence Playscape inside Riverfront Park. It’s a playground designed specifically to be physically and socially inclusive.

THEATER EXPERIENCES

Catch a show at one of Spokane’s many accessible venues. The Spokane Symphony plays at Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox. The venue frequently offers sensory-friendly concerts designed for people on the autism spectrum.

Big-name musicians rock the Spokane Arena and see smaller acts at Bing Crosby Theater or a Broadway Show at First Interstate Center for the Arts.

ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION

Spokane Transit Authority’s all-new, all-electric City Line buses run every 15 minutes through Historic Browne’s Addition through downtown to Gonzaga University and beyond. Each bus stop is slightly raised from the ground to make it accessible for walkers and wheelchairs when approaching the bus. STA’s regular buses are fully accessible and equipped with ramps.

Ice Age Floods Playground, Drone Media Chicago

SPOKANE PRIDE

Spokane is the shining LGBTQ+ beacon within hundreds of miles. Along with the annual Pride Parade and Festival by Spokane Pride, you’ll find many events hosted in permanent year-round venues to cultivate a welcoming culture. If you’re in Spokane, visit one of Spokane’s gay-friendly bars.

NYNE BAR & BISTRO

232 W Sprague Avenue

The powerhouse of pride in Spokane, nYne is the place to dance, sing and play.

THE BLIND BUCK

204 N Division Street

The Blind Buck is a historic bar downtown serving up craft cocktails.

GLOBE NIGHTCLUB

204 N Division Street

Next door to the Blind Buck is The Globe, Spokane’s LGBTQIA+ Hotspot. Live and live-streamed Drag Shows and Events and Sunday Drag Brunch are sure to entertain.

ANDY’S BAR & GRILL

1401 W First Avenue

Andy’s is that perfect corner spot in the West End district of downtown Spokane. The outdoor fire pit makes it a welcome place on cold winter nights.

BABY BAR

827 W First Avenue

As the name would suggest, this space is tiny, yet it makes a huge impression.

BERSERK

125 S Stevens Street

You know what to do. Go, ahem, berserk.

Pride Parade, Downtown Spokane Partnership

The Blind Buck, Downtown Spokane Partnership

MUSEUM S

NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ARTS & CULTURE

2316 W First Avenue northwestmuseum.org

The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture is a lovely Smithsonianaffiliated museum worth visiting.

INLAND NW RAIL MUSEUM

27300 Sprinkle Road North inlandnwrailmuseum.com

This little museum just west of Spokane features restored trains, exhibits, and model railroads.

BING CROSBY MUSEUM

508 E Sharp Avenue researchguides.gonzaga.edu/ bingcrosbyhouse

Bing Crosby fans will want to stop at the museum in his former childhood home on Gonzaga University’s campus. Admission is free.

JUNDT ART MUSEUM

200 E Desmet Avenue gonzaga.edu/student-life/artsculture/jundt-art-museum

While on Gonzaga’s campus, stop at the Jundt Art Museum. The museum houses work by many modern and classic masters. Admission is free.

MOBIUS DISCOVERY CENTER

331 N Post Street mobiusspokane.org

Science and discovery are the names of the games at Mobius. This museum is perfect for kids (and their adults) of all ages.

SPOKANE VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM

12114 E Sprague Avenue spokanevalleymuseum.com

History buffs will enjoy a visit to Spokane Valley Heritage Museum. Learn about the area’s early history.

Museum of Arts and Culture, Libby Kamrowski

HOW SPOKANE WON OVER THIS TRAVEL WRITER

SPOKANE IS THE RIGHT-SIZED CITY WITH INEXHAUSTIBLE VACATION OPPORTUNITIES

By Brandon Withrow

Perched on the rocky basalt ledges along Rimrock View Trail, I stopped for a stunning panorama of the city of Spokane. It rested comfortably in the valley below, framed by Douglas-firs, ponderosa pines in the foreground, and a backdrop of mountain slopes behind it. This unassuming presence, though, belies its lively energy.

This was not my first time visiting Spokane as a travel writer, and it wouldn’t be my last. My first trip

was just a short few days. I knew little to nothing about this right-sized Washington city that wasn’t Seattle. It’s not uncommon for a travel writer to visit places they know nothing about—that’s why we travel—but Spokane pleasantly surprised me.

As the largest city between Seattle and Minneapolis and between Calgary and Salt Lake City, Spokane is big enough to check many of my boxes when it comes to recommending a city. For one, it has an international airport, so it is accessible from almost anywhere. Check. You can also get almost anywhere around the city within 20-30 minutes. Check. It has trails,

mountains, and beautiful parks. Check. It has a vibrant food scene and a nightlife with enough cocktail bars for evening escapes. One very-big check.

If you love the outdoors, Spokane has plenty of places to play.

Parks, gardens, and trails surround the city for every level of activity. You can get a casual morning walk in at the five peaceful gardens of Manito Park or soak in a sunset hike at High Drive Bluff. Visitors can enjoy the sounds of the Spokane River and the falls from the accessible greenspace of Centennial Trail along Riverfront Park, where outdoor events are held. Riverfront Park is where Spokane hosted Expo ’74, the first environmentally themed world’s fair. Kids can also enjoy riding the historic Looff Carrousel at the park or the Numerica SkyRide gondola over the falls. Riverfront Park also displays some of Spokane’s quirky side, with the ever-popular, trash vacuuming Garbage Goat or the giant Red Radio Flyer, which has a slide.

Thousands of acres of trails are within driving distance from the city. If you’re craving a more challenging outdoor adventure, try scaling the steep switchbacks of the Rocks of Sharon trail loop at Dishman Hills Conservation Area until you reach its arresting views from its granite outcroppings. Bring lunch because it is the perfect place to eat. Or follow trails to the spectacular peaks of Mount Spokane and Mount Kit Carson. And if you feel the need for speed, each zipline of Mica Moon’s Classic Zipline Tour builds in intensity until you reach a crescendo, soaring along a sloping mountainside at 50 miles per hour.

“Inexhaustible” is the word for Spokane’s food scene.

For breakfast, satisfy your sweet tooth at The People’s Waffle or brunch with the comfort diner menu at The Yards. For lunch, pick up a fresh and generously sized sandwich from local staple Domini’s, get craft beers and creative Neopolitan pizza at The Flying Goat, or try the revolving international menus of Feast World Kitchen, where

immigrant chefs get a chance to showcase their cultural favorites.

For dinner, visit Zona Blanca’s Mexican coastal flavors from two-time James Beard finalist and former Top Chef contestant Chad White, or taste the popular Latininspired menu of Kismet in the historic Hillyard District. For after-dinner drinks, stop in to visit Cease & Desist Book Club—a speakeasy with a secret bookcase entrance and a great selection of craft cocktails. Rumor has it that prohibition-era tunnels still exist under the city.

Spokane is many things, but for me, it is a place where outdoor adventures and great food come together, wrapped in a mid-sized city package. It’s also beginning to feel like home. I come from a mid-sized city, so I tend to be biased, but Spokane is rightfully a destination of its own. I know I’ve only scratched the surface of what is available there, which is why I’m returning this year for more. If you’re passing through Washington or want to visit a city that is not trampled by overtourism, Spokane has you covered.

Also, did I mention the food?

Ruins, Libby Kamrowski

Manito Park, Nick James

The opportunity for live music astounds in Spokane. From big-name acts to indie to local bands, there’s a location for everyone’s tastes.

Spokane made the most significant leap of any city in America for live events in 2023. That’s according to Pollstar, the trade publication for the concert and live music industry. Take advantage of the myriad opportunities to have your mind blown.

BEST OF BROADWAY

334 W Spokane Falls Boulevard spokanebroadway.com

The Broadway shows come to you at First Interstate Center for the Arts.

SPOKANE SYMPHONY

1001 W Sprague Avenue spokanesymphony.org

The lilting sounds of the Spokane Symphony have entertained audiences for an impressive 78 seasons. James Lowe conducts the symphony at the architecturally stunning Fox Theater.

SPOKANE CIVIC THEATRE

1020 N Howard Street spokanecivictheatre.com

Entertaining people since 1947, the Spokane Civic Theatre is officially one of the oldest and longestrunning community theatres.

SPOKANE COMEDY CLUB

315 W Sprague Avenue spokanecomedyclub.com

The Comedy Club is an intimate venue with some of the biggest names in comedy headlining. We’re not joking.

HEATERS

The Blue Door Theatre bluedoortheatre.com

Spokane Children’s Theatre spokanechildrenstheatre.org

Spokane Valley Summer Theatre svsummertheatre.com

Stage Left Theater stagelefttheater.org

SH OW TI M E IN S P O K A N E MORE T

By Kate Hudson

CHANNELING TED LASSO

Soccer enthusiasts from the Inland Northwest can do more than just “BELIEVE” that professional soccer has landed in Spokane. It’s here in 2024, and organizers say fans can expect it will be better than homemade biscuits wrapped in a pink box.

Like so many times before, life will again imitate art in Spokane. Indeed, visitors to the city may find it shares many of the attributes of the show’s main character. It’s affable, kind, means well and doesn’t always win, but you end up loving it despite itself.

But downtown Spokane’s new 5,000-seat outdoor stadium north of Riverfront Park is anything but a movie set. It is home to the men’s and women’s teams, both affiliated with the United Soccer League.

The men’s team, the Velocity, starts its inaugural season in March 2024. Leigh Veidman from Liverpool, England, is the Velocity’’s first-ever head coach. The women’s team, the Zephyr, will begin their season in August 2024. Scan the QR code to see the teams’ schedules. Single-match tickets go for $20.

The serious Ted Lasso fans may look for some serendipity with the Velocity’s first home match facing Richmond (Virginia, that is. Not the Greyhounds), but we’re pretty positive Roy Kent won’t be there.

In addition to two new soccer teams, Spokane has minor league hockey, baseball, and myriad college sports.

SPORTS!

SPOKANE INDIANS BASEBALL

Avista Stadium

Spokane, WA

Season: April-September

509.343.6886

Avista Stadium is home to the Spokane Indians (a Colorado Rockies affiliate). It’s a family-friendly, affordable night out at the ballpark.

SPOKANE CHIEFS HOCKEY

Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena

Spokane, WA

Season: September-March

509.535.7825

Spokane’s junior hockey team plays in the Western Hockey League and has been a staple in the city for over 60 years.

GONZAGA UNIVERSITY BASKETBALL

McCarthey Athletic Center

Spokane, WA

Season: November-March

509.313.6000

Gonzaga University has emerged as a national powerhouse with its men’s and women’s basketball teams.

GET LIT!

Various locations getlitfestival.org

MAY

ARTFEST

Browne’s Addition neighborhood northwestmuseum.org/support/artfest

BLOOMSDAY RUN

Downtown Spokane bloomsdayrun.org

LILAC FESTIVAL & ARMED FORCES TORCHLIGHT PARADE

Downtown Spokane spokanelilacfestival.org

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL

Martin Stadium

Pullman, WA

Season: August-November

509.335.9626

Experiencing a game at Martin Stadium on Eastern Washington’s Palouse is always worth the 90 minute drive south from Spokane.

EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL

Roos Field

Cheney, WA

Season: August-November

509.359.6059

The red turf is what you notice at first, but after you get settled in at Roos Field, you’ll soon realize what fun it is to watch the Eagles play.

Chiefs Hockey Game, Spokane Arena, Libby Kamrowski

Bloomsday, The Inlander

WALK THIS WAY

Hoof it in Spokane and experience something new. Free self-guided tours of downtown Spokane or guided tours are all available.

HERITAGE WALK

historicspokane.org/ HeritageTours/downtown

While you’re downtown, you take the self-guided Heritage Walk. You’ll learn the history of the significant historic buildings in downtown Spokane.

TWO DOG CITY TOURS

visitspokane.com/directory/ two-dog-city-tours/

Known for their Spokane Ghost Tours, take a walk and learn about haunted historical sites in Spokane.

SCULPTURE WALK

spokanearts.org

Public art is essential in Spokane. The free self-guided Sculpture Walk is a great way to see Riverfront Park and Gonzaga University’s campus and feed your soul at the same time.

SPOKANE

WINE

OR BEER TOUR

groupcoordinators.com/tours

Group Coordinators put together delightful 3-hour tours of just about anything you can think of in the Spokane area. Try the wine or beer-tasting tours.

WANDER SPOKANE

wanderspokane.com

Wander Spokane will take you on an urban wilderness or food tour. You’re guaranteed to have fun.

YES, YOU CANNABIS!

For those who like to partake in recreational marijuana, it’s legal in Washington. Below, see our list of favorite shops, plus scan the QR code for a complete marijuana guide.

4:20 FRIENDLY

1515 S Lewis Street

Spokane

APEX CANNABIS

1325 N Division Street, Suite 104

Spokane

CANNABIS & GLASS

605 E Francis Avenue

Spokane

CINDER

927 W Second Avenue

Spokane

THE GREEN NUGGET

322 E Francis Avenue

Spokane

LUCKY LEAF

1111 W First Avenue

Spokane

SMOKANE

3801 E Sprague Avenue

Spokane

The Green Nugget, The Inlander Cinder, The Inlander

Spokane Pavilion, Libby Kamrowski

If you’re into weird & oddball experiences, Spokane has them. The intrepid will find giant red wagons, garbage-eating goats, and hidden messages. Go gonzo, see all these strange sites.

BIG RED WAGON

507 N Howard Street

Continually voted a top roadside oddity, Spokane’s giant red wagon is a popular spot for the young kids in Riverfront Park. It doubles as a slide and monkey bars.

DODD HOUSE

603 S Arthur Street

Fun fact: a Spokane woman–Sonora Smart-Dodd–founded Father’s Day. Her home in the East Central neighborhood is a private residence, but you can drive by and check it out.

GARBAGE GOAT

507 N Howard Street

Near the giant red wagon is the Garbage Goat. She has a vacuum inside that sucks up all your trash and is a total icon.

GREENWOOD CEMETERY

211 N Government Way

If the peace of a cemetery is your jam, visit this spot, but you must find “the steps.” Legend has it that the ghosts haunt the steps outside the graveyard.

HOBBIT HOUSE

3525 W Second Avenue

Lord of the Rings geeks, rejoice! Yup, it’s a perfect replica of a Hobbit House. Have the second breakfast and make the trek.

Please remember that this is a private residence.

TRANSCEND THE WHAT??

334 W Spokane Falls Boulevard

High atop the “Lantern” sculpture tucked behind the First Interstate Center for the Arts in Riverfront Park is a hidden message. Local artist Harold Balazs left the quirky surprise. While we don’t recommend climbing the sculpture to see the message, we can recommend Googling it.

MARY LOU’S MILK BOTTLE

802 W Garland Avenue

Call it a milk inception. You can drink a milkshake inside a giant milk bottle built in 1935.

PETUNIA & LOOMIS

421 W Riverside Avenue

Every day is Halloween in this downtown store. Oddities abound.

Winning is just the beginning.

Nestled among the rolling hills of northern Idaho, Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel has everything you need to feel right at home. Here, you’ll experience the very best of traditional tribal hospitality as you explore the beauty and wonder of our premier casino resort and its surrounding scenery while enjoying world-class gaming and amenities. In just a short drive you’ll find nearly 1,200 video gaming machines, several dining options, live entertainment, a 15,000 sq. ft. spa, a world-class golf course, and more.

With over 30 years of offering the largest, most eclectic collection of jewelry, beads, artifacts and natural wonders anywhere in the Pacific Northwest.

STUFF TO DO

Trying to please the entire family while on vacation can be challenging and expensive. Here’s a handful of ideas designed to meet everyone’s needs. From hard-to-impress teenagers to tantrum-prone toddlers. We got you, boo.

CENTENNIAL TRAIL

The Centennial Trail gives you a 40-mile opportunity to walk, run, bike, or scoot. The paved trail starts at Riverside State Park and meanders along the Spokane River to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

BLUE ZOO AQUARIUM

(4705 N Division Street) has a stingray touch pool, starfish touch tank, and more. While you’re headed north, make a trip to Cat Tales Wildlife Center (17020 N Newport Highway). You’ll see big cats and other wildlife in a safe setting at this wildlife sanctuary.

SKYWAY OR THE HIGHWAY

Drop into the Skyway Cafe at historic Felts Field (6105 E Rutter Avenue). Try the giant sticky buns and watch the planes take off.

GREEN BLUFF

Fresh air and fresh fruit greet you at Green Bluff (8110 E Greenbluff Road). This collection of family-owned farms is just north of Spokane. Depending on the time of year, you can pick strawberries, cherries, peaches, apples, pumpkins, or Christmas trees.

AMUSEMENT FOR DAYS

Just 47 miles east of Spokane, you’ll find Silverwood Theme Park (27843 US-95) in Athol, Idaho. If it’s amusement you seek, you’ll discover 70 rides, attractions, and a full water park.

KALE, YEAH!

In Spokane County alone, there are 2,500 farms

From May to October, Spokane is a cornucopia of farmers’ markets.

MONDAYS

WEST END

FARMERS MARKET

1318 W First Avenue

WEDNESDAYS

KENDALL YARDS

NIGHT MARKET

1335 W Summit Parkway

MILLWOOD

FARMERS MARKET

9205 E Frederick Avenue

THURSDAYS

PERRY STREET

THURSDAY MARKET

924 S Perry Street

FRIDAYS

EMERSON-GARFIELD

FARMERS MARKET

2310 N Monroe Street

SPOKANE VALLEY

FARMERS MARKET

2426 N Discovery Place

SATURDAYS

WONDER MARKET

835 N Post Street

LIBERTY LAKE

FARMERS MARKET

1421 N Meadowwood Lane

SPOKANE

FARMERS MARKET

2195 W Second Avenue

HOSPITABLE HISTORY

The Historic Davenport Hotel (10 S Post Street) is worth a stop, even if you’re not planning to stay there. Why? It’s as iconic as Chicago’s Palmer House or Memphis’ Peabody Hotel. The Historic combines opulence, craftsmanship, and old-world style. It was constructed in 1914 by Louis Davenport and nearly torn down in the early 2000s. The hotel routinely hosts events and brunch. Scan the QR code to discover experiences at the Davenport.

RECOMMENDED SELF-GUIDED TOUR

Look for the hidden marriage proposal and the stairway to nowhere. Tour maps are at the front desk.

LOBBY

Sit and sip a coffee while you watch the world go by.

PEACOCK ROOM

Order a cocktail under the iconic stained glass ceiling.

GARDEN TERRACE

In the summer months, sit on the rooftop terrace and take in southerly views of Spokane.

TEA TIME

The High Tea in the Palm Court is a new addition to the Historic’s lineup of experiences, and we cannot recommend it enough.

The Hisotric Davenport, Autograph Collection, Davenport Hotels

MANITO PARK

1702 S Grand Blvd

Spokaneparks.org

Admission: Free Dogs welcome; leash required

Magnificent Manito Park is a must-stop in Spokane. Please note that the ideal time to visit is May through October.

DUNCAN GARDEN

Reminiscent of the manicured to-perfection gardens of Europe, you might gasp the moment you see the Duncan Garden for the first time.

FERRIS PERENNIAL GARDEN

This Manito Park section contains more than 300 perennial plants. You’ll find bulbs and primroses in early spring and, in autumn, beds of asters.

LILAC GARDEN

The garden planted in 1912 pays homage to Spokane’s moniker, “The Lilac City.” It contains more than 100 named cultivars from 23 distinct species.

NISHINOMIYA TSUTAKAWA JAPANESE GARDEN

Find inner peace with a stroll and sit beside the Japanese Garden koi pond. Note: this garden is closed in the winter months.

ROSE HILL

The rose garden has over 150 varieties of roses.

SPOKANE FALLS

In the heart of downtown Spokane, the Spokane Falls blast through in a cacophony. It’s a sight to behold. Make sure you see both parts of the country’s longest urban waterfall. Upper and lower.

OPTIMAL VIEWING

April-June

UPPER FALLS

The upper falls are easy to find on the park’s north side. Walking through, you’ll see two suspension bridges next to the stately white Washington Water Power building. The water is high enough to soak the pedestrian bridge during the spring run-off.

View it best

CLINKERDAGGER’S

621 W Mallon Avenue

ANTHONY’S BY THE FALLS

LOWER FALLS

The most spectacular place to view the lower falls is Huntington Park, which sits west of Riverfront Park between Mobius Science Center and City Hall. Stop at the Tribal Gathering Place, the plaza surrounded by soothing water features and basalt stonework. Walk to the viewing areas, take in the panorama of the lower falls below, and follow the path down.

If you want to skip all the walking and would rather sit comfortably, the Numerica SkyRide is ADAaccessible and offers a 15-minute fly-over for a bird’s eye view. You’ll gradually descend 200 feet for some great vantage points.

View it best

NUMERICA SKYRIDE

720 W Spokane Falls Boulevard

MONROE STREET BRIDGE

218 N Monroe Street

PLACE OF TRUTHS PLAZA

901 W Spokane Falls Boulevard

Distillery, Libby Kamrowski

GUIDE TO ASIAN-OWNED

RESTAURANTS

Spokane has dozens of delicious offerings from Asian-owned restaurateurs. Scan the QR code for a link to the Multi-Ethnic Business Association.

BANGKOK THAI

1325 S Grand Boulevard 101 N Argonne Road spokanebangkokthai.com

D’BALI ASIAN BISTRO

12924 W Sunset Highway Suite 6 dbaliasianbistro.com

NUDO

9602 N Newport Highway 818 W Sprague Avenue nudoramen.com

KARMA INDIAN CUISINE AND LOUNGE

2606 N Monroe Street karmaindiancuisine.us

MANGO TREE

401 W Main Avenue themangotreerestaurants.com

SHOGUN HIBACHI STEAK & SEAFOOD

20 N Raymond Road spokaneshogun.com

SUSHI BLOSSOM

1227 S Grand Boulevard sushiblossomwa.com

SUSHI.COM

430 W Main Avenue mainsushi.com

sushi.com, The Inlander

Bangkok Thai, The Inlander

BLACK OWNED

RESTAURANTS

We invite you to support one of Spokane’s Black-owned restaurants.

Scan the QR code for a link to the Black Business Directory.

BETTY JEAN’S BBQ

2926 E 29th Avenue bettyjeansbbq.com

CASCADIA PUBLIC HOUSE

6314 N Ash Street cascadiapublichouse.com

CHKN-N-MO

414 ½ W Sprague Avenue chicken-n-more.com/ChickenMo

FRESH SOUL

3029 E 5th Avenue spokaneeastsidereunionassociation.com

LUNA

5620 S Perry Street lunaspokane.com

QUEEN OF SHEBA

2621 W Mallon Avenue #426 queenofshebaspokane.com

Bob Hemphill, Owner of Chkn-N-Mo, photo by The Inlander

Luna, The Inlander

Cascadia Public House, The Inlander

THE FARM CHICKS FAIR

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center thefarmchicks.com

HOOPFEST

Downtown Spokane spokanehoopfest.net

LILAC CITY COMICON

Spokane Convention Center lilaccitycon.com

JUNETEENTH

Liberty Park

facebook.com/inwjc

SPOKANE PRIDE

Riverfront Park outspokane.org

CRAVE!

CenterPlace Regional Event Center cravenw.com

FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVITIES

Riverfront Park

spokanecity.org/riverfrontspokane

UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY

Riverfront Park nwunity.org

SPIKE & DIG

Merkel Sports Complex spikeanddig.com

B A K E RI ES

Who doesn’t love a good cookie, cupcake, or donut?

Whether it’s bread or something sweet, you’ll find many options–including gluten-free. We’ve made a note for our celiac-challenged friends.

BIRDIE’S PIE SHOP

712 N Monroe Street

CAFÈ COCO

24 W Main Avenue

COLE’S BAKERY (GF)

521 E Holland Avenue

BOOT’S BAKERY & LOUNGE (GF)

15 W Main Avenue

DONUT PARADE

2152 N Hamilton Street

EUROPA RESTAURANT & BAKERY (GF)

125 S Wall Street

HELLO SUGAR (GF)

419 N Nettleton Street

LILAC CITY BAKERY (GF)

1215 N Ruby Street

MADE WITH LOVE

BAKERY (GF)

2023 W Dean Avenue

RIND & WHEAT (GF)

1516 W Riverside Avenue

SWEET FROSTINGS

BLISSFUL BAKESHOP (GF)

15 S Washington Street

THE GRAIN SHED (GF)

1026 E Newark Avenue

TWENTY-SEVENTH HEAVEN

SCRATCH BAKESHOP

105 S Madison Street

Birdie's Pie Shop, The Inlander Chaps Diner and Bakery, The Inlander

Boots Bakery & Lounge

Coffee is Washington’s official state drink, so finding a good cuppa in Spokane is simple. Here are some of our favorite spots for coffee, plus tea shops for those who don’t partake in coffee.

ATTICUS COFFEE & GIFTS

(222 N Howard Street) is a brick-walled coffee joint that serves robust local roasts, teas, and delicious cookies.

BREWS BROS.

(734 W Sprague Avenue) Located in the heart of downtown, northeast of the Historic Davenport Hotel, this spot creates quality drinks.

CEDAR COFFEE

(701 N Monroe Street) Fleeing the war in Ukraine in 2015, the owners of Cedar Coffee found safety in Spokane. In 2017, they opened this space near Kendall Yards. Be sure to try the Ukranian pastries.

FIRST AVENUE COFFEE

(1011 W First Avenue) features a high-tech Modbar system, allowing baristas and roasters to chat about their locally roasted Roast House Brews.

INDABA COFFEE ROASTERS

(518 W Riverside Avenue) fill their coffee shops with special roasts and skilled baristas ready to guide you through a coffee journey.

LADDER COFFEE

(1516 W Riverside Avenue) has twp locations in Spokane, which triples your chances of finding incredible espresso.

BRAMBLEBERRY COTTAGE

(206 E Pacific Avenue) is a quaint space on the east edge of downtown. The teahouse has over 100 blends of loose-leaf tea. You can book a tea time for you and your friends.

REVIVAL TEA COMPANY

(415 W Main Avenue #100) is one of the coolest tea shops. A visit to their downtown tasting room in an old speakeasy is necessary. Bonus: Revival Tea Company has a boba tea bar, as well.

Atticus Coffee & Gifts, Libby Kamrowski Ladder Coffee, Visit Spokane

Revival Tea Mocktail, The Inlander

Brambleberry Cottage, The Inlander

Breakfast is one of the greatest meals in the lineup. Spokane runs the gamut from basic diners to fancy brunch spots. The trouble is choosing where to go.

The food case at Madeleine’s Café and Patisserie (415 W Main Avenue) brims with delicious French goodies, making it difficult sometimes to choose. Any way you slice it, you’ll find something tasty.

Chap’s Diner & Bakery (4237 S Cheney Spokane Road) is a sweet little cafe and bakery off Highway 195 in south Spokane. Guy Fieri visited once and featured the spot on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

Crepe Cafè Sisters (441 N Nettleton Street) in Kendall Yards is inventive with its crepe menu. Oui, oui!

People’s Waffle (15 S Howard Street) takes the waffle to new places. The restaurant creates anything from the eggs benedict waffle to the blueberry lemon waffle.

Française (928 S Perry Street) is a sweet French restaurant in the Perry District.

For those who like to stay out till the bars close and then have breakfast, The Satellite Diner (425 W Sprague Avenue) is the spot for you.

Love trains and basic eggs and bacon? Frank’s Diner (1516 W 2nd Avenue) is your spot.

House of Brunch (818 W Riverside Avenue) is fancy. We recommend reservations.

House of Brunch, The Inlander

Frank's Diner, The Inlander

WHO RUN THE WORLD?

Spokane is full of surprises, but it should be no surprise that many of the innovative tastemakers kicking some hiney are women. Here’s our list of some of our must-visit, women-owned restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, breweries, wineries, and bars. The list of boss women is so long that we had to narrow it down to only a few.

Anna Vogel, Co-owner of Italia Trattoria, The Inlander

Almaz Ainuu, Owner of Queen of Sheba, The Inlander

Jolie Forral, Owner of Bruncheonette

COFFEE & PASTRIES

CHAPS DINER & BAKERY / CAFÈ COCO

Owner: Celeste Shaw www.chapsgirl.com

Comfort is the main goal at Chaps. Celeste Shaw’s farmhouse in south Spokane has been serving up scrumptious brunch for a while now. Her pastries and cookies are what get people talking. Celeste also owns Cafè Coco, which has a French flair.

JUST AMERICAN DESSERTS

Owner: Eva Roberts

www.jadspokane.com

You’ll get your dessert and eat it, too! Pause momentarily and think about the sour cream white cake with tart lemon filling. It’s to die for. Eva has been busy for decades making wedding cakes that taste delicious.

MIFLAVOUR

Owner: Ella Piskun www.miflavour.com

Ella Piskun’s sweet little French bakery will have you drooling and begging for more. She creates everything from wedding cakes to pastries, but the macarons get people talking the most.

SWEET FROSTINGS

Owners: Sally & Jessica Winfrey www.sweetfrostingsbakeshop.com

The mother-daughter duo who own Sweet Frostings have made birthdays, celebrations, and regular Tuesday afternoons much sweeter since opening in 2011.

THE SCOOP

Owner: Jennifer Davis

www.thescoopspokane.com

For Jennifer Davis, the owner of The Scoop in Spokane, it’s about community. Homemade ice cream is the glue that holds us all together. If you’re vegan or have dairy allergies, this is the place for you.

WINERIES, BARS & BREWS

ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS

Owner: Kristina van Loben Sels www.arborcrest.com

The incredible setting of Arbor Crest is the perfect backdrop for wine made lovingly by Kristina van Loben Sels. She’s been creating wine for Arbor Crest since 1999. Try her creations while taking in a summer concert on the historic grounds.

LATAH CREEK WINE CELLARS

Owner: Natalie Barnes www.latahcreek.com

She calls herself the Tinkerbell of wines, and her creations are magical. Natalie Barnes has been making wine for her family’s winery for over 15 years. Make sure to try her sangria.

BADASS BACKYARD BREWING

Owner: Charlene Honcik www.badassbackyardbrewing.com

What started as a quest to make good beer in their backyard shed became a full-blown business in Spokane Valley. Charlene Honcik has been a staple on the local brewery front since 2015.

BIJOU

Owner: Shelayna Skidmore

facebook.com/bijoubeverages

It’s a coffee shop by day and a cocktail bar by night. It’s the best of both worlds.

RESTAURANTS

ITALIA TRATTORIA

Owners: Anna Vogel & Bethe Bowman

www.italiatrattoria.com

With Anna Vogel and Bethe Bowman’s talent, they could’ve gone anywhere and been successful. They chose to make their home and business in Spokane, and it’s the best thing that could’ve happened. The lamb ragu is so good Food Network chose it as the best in the country.

D’BALI ASIAN BISTRO

Owner: Jeannie Choi

www.dbaliasianbistro.com

A mix of Southeast Asian and Pacific Rim flavors will have you in ecstasy at this Airway Heights restaurant. Owner and chef Jeannie Choi is so welcoming; she will make you feel like a guest in her home.

QUEEN OF SHEBA

Owner: Almaz Ainuu www.queenofshebaspokane.com

Three little words. Ethiopian coffee ceremony. It’s a symbol of friendship and respect. You’ll find all that and food to die for at this restaurant in the historic Flour Mill. Almaz, born and raised in Ethiopia, spent many years doing missionary work before realizing her dream of owning a restaurant.

GARLAND SANDWICH SHOPPE

Owner: Kristen-Marie Speller www.garlandsandwich.com

You haven’t lived until you’ve had The Big Dill at the Garland Sandwich Shoppe. Who needs bread when you can slap sandwich innards between two giant pickle slices? Kristen is the sandwich hero we all needed!

BRUNCHEONETTE

Owner: Joile Forral www.bruncheonettespokane.com

A line to get into Joile’s restaurant usually forms on weekend mornings, and you understand why once you get a taste. The tamale waffles are a must-try–made with masa flour, which gives the waffles a savory flavor instead of sweet. The restaurant aims to keep foodies interested but offers familiar comfort to the less adventurous palates.

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INDICANA

1020 S Perry Street

Indicana opens spring of 2024 and mixes the flavors of India and Mexico. Think pork vindaloo with tandoori-spiced cabbage on a warm naan taco.

PACIFIC TO PALOUSE

1020 S Perry Street

In the same building, this wine and tapas bar offers small bites best shared with friends in the trendy South Perry District.

LORÈN SOCIAL CLUB

908 N Howard Street

This French-inspired restaurant is also a social club. Don’t bring the young children.

18 and older, please.

Spokane’s dining scene is ever-evolving, with new and exciting restaurant openings.

SORELLA

1122 W Summit Parkway

Stunning ambiance with even better service and delicious Italian food make for an epic experience. Reservations recommended.

TAMALE BOX

1102 W Summit Parkway

Two words: fresh tamales. These tamales are made from a beloved family recipe. After five years selling out of food trucks at farmers markets, the owners have just opened their first brick-and-mortar.

TRE PALLINE GELATO NAPOLITANO

159 S Lincoln Street

If gelato is your weakness, this is the place for you. The owners make 15 flavors fresh daily.

The delicious space has since added a separate menu catering to carnivores. You’ll love the ambiance and the food.

METHOD JUICE CAFE

718 W Riverside Avenue

7704 N Division Street

509.473.9579

Beside the amazing healthy smoothie options on their menu, Method also carries plenty of healthy vegan and vegetarian meals.

NUDO RAMEN HOUSE

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Spokane has shed its meat and potatoes reputation.

Vegan chefs in this city are inventive, so vegans and vegetarians are sure to find something delicious. Here’s a list of establishments to try.

ALLIE’S VEGAN PIZZERIA & CAFE

1314 S Grand Boulevard

509.321.7090

As the name suggests, it’s one of the best vegan pizza places. Allie’s makes the dough, sauces, and even the cheese in-house.

INLAND PACIFIC KITCHEN

304 W Pacific Avenue Ste 160

509.464.6541

Inland Pacific Kitchen is a destination for people who love the artistry of food. Vegans will appreciate it even more.

MIZUNA

214 N Howard Street

509.747.2004

Mizuna started being strictly vegetarian in the 1990s.

818 W Sprague Avenue

9602 N Newport Highway

509.290.5763

Nudo Ramen has myriad options for vegetarians. You’ll do well trying the cold summer noodles, Tan Tan Men or a rice bowl of garlic pepper pineapple curry.

RÜT BAR & KITCHEN

901 W 14th Avenue

509.241.3165

Rüt’s creators wanted a place to enjoy delicious plant-based food and some delicious craft cocktails.

WILD SAGE BISTRO

916 W Second Avenue

509.456.7575

From taquitos to chickpea burgers and sweet chili-glazed tofu, Wild Sage has an entire menu section dedicated to vegan and vegetarian options.

WOODEN CITY

819 W Riverside Avenue

509.822.7194

Wooden City is where you need to go if you want stellar service with your vegan/vegetarian meal. The restaurant is a delight from start to finish.

at either of our locations!

at either of our locations: GU District:

829 E. Boone Ave #E (corner of Hamilton & Boone) (509) 850-9292 or Downtown:

808 W. Main Ave #FC-5 (River Park Square Mall food court) (509) 315-5865

Method Juice Cafe, Libby Kamrowski

You’ll find no shortage of places to grab a cocktail in Spokane. There are zero-proof options anywhere you go for those who don’t partake.

BISTANGO

108 N Post Street

TRY: Mojito BON BON

926 W Garland Avenue

TRY: Barrel-aged Manhattan

CEASE & DESIST BOOK CLUB

108 N Washington Street, Suite 201

TRY: Twist of Paris

GARDEN PARTY

107 S Madison Street

TRY: Smoked Berry Old Fashioned

HOGWASH WHISKEY DEN

If the taste of a good whiskey haunts you, then pop into one of Spokane’s two distilleries. Dry Fly

Distilling is the OG of distilleries in modern Spokane. The owners fought and overturned 100-year-old Prohibition laws in Washington to pave the way for every distillery in the state.

DRY FLY DISTILLING

1021 W Riverside Avenue

dryflydistilling.com

BROWNE FAMILY SPIRITS

304 W Pacific Avenue

TRY: Hogwash Milk Punch

EMMA RUE’S

17 S Howard St

TRY: Murder She Wrote

PURGATORY

524 W Main Avenue

TRY: Muffin, What About You?

VOLSTEAD ACT

12 N Post Street

714 N Lee Street

Spokane, WA

brownefamilyvineyards.com

TRY: The Drunks Who Stare at Goats I

Teeny spaces with big tastes.

BABY BAR

827 W First Avenue

325 square feet

BIJOU

1925 W Fourth Avenue

277 square feet

EL QUE

141 S Cannon Street

500 square feet

TINY TIKI

490 square feet W

307 W Second Avenue

Hogwash Whiskey Den, Connor Bacon

Old Fashioned at Purgatory, Connor Bacon Volsted Act, Connor Bacon

BEER & CIDER TRAIL

Beer and cider aficionados rejoice. Spokane has more than 30 breweries and a handful of cideries. Lucky for you, Visit Spokane has made it easy with its new Beer & Cider Trail pass.

Use the pass to explore the city’s brewery scene and find your new favorite flavor and gathering place. Simply download the pass, grab a drink at one of the participating breweries, and rack up points for amazing prizes.

Read on for some of our recommended stops.

BIG BARN BREWING

16004 N Applewood Lane

509.710.2962

bigbarnbrewing.com

BRICK WEST BREWING

1318 W First Avenue

509.279.2982

brickwestbrewingco.com

HUMBLE ABODE BREWING

926 W Sprague Avenue

509.241.3310

humbleabodebeer.com

IRON GOAT BREWING

1302 W Second Avenue

509.474.0722

irongoatbrewing.com

LOCUST CIDER

421 W Main Avenue

509.242.3519 locustcider.com

NO-LI BREWHOUSE

1003 E Trent Avenue

509.242.2739 nolibrewhouse.com

THE GRAIN SHED

1026 E Newark Avenue

111 S Cedar Street

509.241.3853 thegrainshed.coop

SPOKANITE BREWING

6607 N Ash Street

509.368.9411 spokanitebrewing.com

WHISTLE PUNK BREWING

122 S Monroe Street

509.315.4465 whistlepunkbrewing.com

Iron Goat Brewing

WINE

You could spend an entire weekend dedicating your efforts to wine tasting in Spokane. Sixteen wineries dot the Spokane landscape. Many have tasting rooms in downtown Spokane.

Aside from downtown Spokane, the area also features two additional wine tasting clusters. A short drive to the northeast you’ll find the Green Bluff Cluster and just minutes east of downtown, the Spokane Valley Cluster, both featuring award winning wineries.

For a complete list of Spokane area wineries, scan the QR code, but here are a few wineries worth checking out.

Located on an estate built by an eccentric inventor in 1924, the winery overlooks Spokane and often features live music.

BARRISTER

1213 W Railroad Ave barristerwinery.com

Fun fact: thousands of trains rumble through downtown Spokane yearly. This gentle rumbling slowly rocks the wine as it ferments at Barrister, so there’s no need for the winemaker to turn the barrels.

LATAH CREEK WINE CELLARS

13030 E Indiana Ave latahcreek.com

One of the oldest wineries in Washington is Latah Creek. Make sure you try the award-winning Merlot.

maryhillwinery.com

Be sure to try a chilled Rosé on a warm summer day on the patio overlooking the Spokane River.

WILDLAND COOPERATIVE

8022 E Greenbluff Road wildland.coop

Take your beer-loving friend to Wildland while you taste their wine. The winery is only open in spring, summer, and fall. Plan accordingly.

WINESCAPE

6011 E 32nd Avenue winescapewinery.com

Escape to Spokane’s upper South Hill and taste what Winescape has created. Crisp, clean wines blend with a pastoral setting near the city center. The winery is pet-friendly!

Maryhill Winery Spokane Tasting Room & Bistro, The Inlander

SUPPORT ONE OF SPOKANE’S HISPANIC AND LATINO-OWNED RESTAURANTS.

BELOW ARE SOME OF OUR FAVORITES. SCAN THE QR CODE FOR A DIRECT LINK TO THE CITY’S COMPLETE BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

AZTECA

9738 N Newport Highway

aztecamex.com

DE LEON’S TACO & BAR

10208 N Division St #110

1801 N Hamilton St

2718 E 57th Ave Suite 105

15530 E Sprague Avenue

deleonstacoandbar.com

EL IXTAPA RESTAURANT

123 S LeFevre Street

elixtaparestaurant.com

FIESTA MEXICANA

1227 S Grand Boulevard

fiestamexicanaspokane.com

GERARDO’S AUTHENTIC RESTAURANT

2706 N Monroe Street

723 1st Street, Cheney

facebook.com/Gerardos AuthenticMexicanFood

KISMET

3020 E Queen Avenue

kismetspokane.com

MOLÉ RESTAURANT

1335 W Summit Parkway molespokane.com

PALENQUE MEXICAN RESTAURANT

1102 N Liberty Lake Road

eatpalenque.com

TECATE

2610 W Northwest Boulevard

tecategrill.square.site

Each platter includes a selection of Mini-Chimichangas, Quesadillas, Flautas, Taquitos Rancheros, Chicken Taquitos, Sour Cream, Guacamole and Pico de Gallo.

Ser ves (8-10) $67

BURGERS & SAMMIES

We all know that bread is merely a conduit for shoveling tasty meat and veggies into your mouth. Find your perfect handheld in Spokane.

CHOWDERHEAD

825 N Monroe Street

chowderheadspokane.com

DICK’S HAMBURGERS

10 E 3rd Avenue

facebook.com/ dickshamburgers

DOMINI SANDWICHES

703 W Sprague Avenue

dominispokane.com

GARLAND

SANDWICH SHOPPE

3903 N Madison Street

garlandsandwich.com

HIGH NOONER

237 W Riverside Avenue

Highnooner.com

THE ONION

TAPHOUSE & GRILL

302 W Riverside Avenue

7522 N Division Street

theonion.biz

ZOZO’S SANDWICH HOUSE

2501 N Monroe Street

zozossandwichhouse.com

WISCONSINBURGER

916 S Hatch Street

wisconsinburger.com

Domini Sandwiches, Libby Kamrowski

PIG OUT IN THE PARK Riverfront Park spokanepigout.com

SPOKANE COUNTY INTERSTATE FAIR

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center spokanecounty.org

VALLEYFEST

CenterPlace Regional Event Center valleyfest.org

spencersspokane.com

KRAZINESS IN THE KENNEL

Gonzaga University gozags.com

MT SPOKANE SKI PATROL SKI SWAP

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center skipatrolskiswap.com

TERRAIN

terrainspokane.com

Who better to recommend a spot than the hardworking people at Visit Spokane?

STAFF PICKS

DURKIN'S LIQUOR BAR

"Durkin's has a moody vibe with excellent craft cocktails and delicious food."

VIEUX CARRE

“Their catfish and cheese grits are great!”

Noah

THUNDER PIE PIZZA

“Fantastic flavor and worth the wait to have some delicious pizza! For those that enjoy a side of ranch, you’ll love the hint of dill.”

CHURCHILL’S

“There are tons of options, and they have the best onion rings and mozzarella sticks.”

“Sooooo good! I always recommend folks to dine in the bar as the atmosphere is spot on.”

Jeff Hawley VP of Marketing

Marshall / Interdepartmental Activity Coordinator

Ruth Fitzgerald / VP of Sales

Julianne Kerley / Partner Development Manager

Jackie Fulton / Executive Assistant to the CEO THE ONION

Wooden City, The Inlander

Thunder Pie, The Inlander

Durkin's Liquor Bar, The Inlander

Churchill's, The Inlander

Bethany Letcher Director of Convention Services

WILEY’S DOWNTOWN BISTRO

“Their service is unmatched, and I haven’t had anything there that I didn’t thoroughly enjoy.”

Tasha Koberstine Sales Manager

FRANK’S DINER

“I love the ambience, customer service, and the many eggs benedict variations.”

Jennifer Hendricks / Director of Regional Accounts

WOODEN CITY

“The Tavern Burger is simply delicious.”

Hannah Deubel Marketing Manager

TAVOLATA

“They have great gluten-free options and provide unique Italian options.”

Rose Noble President & CEO

RÜT

“Vegan-friendly and delicious. Great service as well.”

Ana Liberty / Director of National Accounts

GANDER & RYEGRASS

“The menu changes with the seasons!”

Charlotte Finnegan Director of Visitor Engagement

THE FLYING GOAT

“Love their pizzas and their cool patio.”

RÜT, Libby Kamrowski

Gander and Ryegrass, The Inlander

Tavolata, The Inlander

SANTA’S ARRIVAL

River Park Square riverparksquare.com

NUMERICA TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION

Riverfront Park downtownspokane.org

DBING CROSBY FILM FESTIVAL

Bing Crosby Theater bingcrosbytheater.com

CHRISTMAS TREE ELEGANCE

Historic Davenport Hotel & River Park Square spokanesymphonyassoc.org

NORTHWEST WINTERFEST

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center northwestwinterfest.com

THE NUTCRACKER

Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox foxtheaterspokane.org

WINTER GLOW

Liberty Lake winterglowspectacular.com

SHOP HAPPENS

WHEN IN DOUBT, SHOP IT OUT. YOU’LL FIND OPPORTUNITIES TO FIND TREASURES IN SPOKANE.

DOWNTOWN SPOKANE

River Park Square (808 W Main Avenue) is where you want to start. The beautiful shopping center in the middle of downtown has every shop you can imagine. From Nordstrom, Gap, and Sephora to quaint boutiques like From Here, you’ll whittle away hours and whittle away your bank account. Pendleton, a true Northwest icon in textiles, also has a shop inside River Park Square. Outside the mall along Main Avenue, you’ll find shops like Lego, Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters, Apple, Nike Factory Store, Lululemon, and Carhartt

SPOKANE VALLEY

For that classic American mall experience, head to Spokane Valley Mall (14700 E Indiana Avenue). TJ Maxx, Old Navy, Nordstrom Rack, and Macy’s are on the lineup.

NORTH SPOKANE

You can also go to Northtown Mall (4750 N Division Street). H&M, American Eagle, Marshalls, and JCPenney are all there.

Try Ritters Garden & Gift (10120 N Division St) for gifts and flowers.

AIRWAY HEIGHTS

Try your luck at Windfall at Northern Quest Resort & Casino (100 N Hayford Road) for outdoorsy things. The Kalispel Tribe runs this shop with everything from Pendleton to GSI Outdoors to Filson.

LOCAL BOUTIQUES

Live like a local and shop in Spokane’s small boutiques. Here’s a list of some of our favorites.

BOO RADLEY’S

232 N Howard Street

BOUTIQUE BLEU

1184 W Summit Parkway

ECHO

1033 W First Avenue

FRENCH TOAST

MAMA & MINI

1170 W Summit Parkway

FROM HERE

808 W Riverside Avenue #251

KINGS QUALITY MENSWEAR

2810 N Monroe Street

LOLO

319 W 2nd Avenue

ROSES & THREAD BOUTIQUE

1407 W First Avenue

SIMPLE WILDFLOWER

112 S Monroe Street

SWANK

4727 N Division Street

THE KITCHEN ENGINE

621 W Mallon #416

VEDA LUX

1106 S Perry Street

WONDERS OF THE WORLD

621 W Mallon Avenue

AUDREY'S BOUTIQUE

3131 N. Division St.

BOOKMARK SPOKANE

2ND LOOK BOOKS

Fancy yourself a bibliophile?

Spokane is a superb spot for any self-proclaimed bookworm. Eastern Washington University celebrates all things literature every April with a week-long event called “Get Lit.”

Many incredible authors–Jess Walter, Sharma Shields, Stephanie Oakes, Kris Dinnison, and Shawn Vestal–call this city home. Author Sherman Alexie wrote many of his early novels from a small apartment in Spokane’s South Hill neighborhood. You can find the works of all these local authors and more at Spokane’s locally-owned bookstores.

2829 E 29th Avenue

Lose yourself inside this surprising second-hand bookstore in an unassuming Spokane strip mall.

ATTICUS COFFEE & GIFTS

222 N Howard Street

Atticus has a great collection of books and an awesome café where you can enjoy a cup of something.

AUNTIE’S BOOKSTORE

402 W Main Avenue

A must-stop! Auntie’s has survived the onslaught of big-box bookstores and is a beloved behemoth in downtown Spokane.

GIANT NERD BOOKS

607 W Garland Avenue

New, rare, and used books galore. The store prides itself on carrying books you won’t find anywhere else.

MERLYN’S COMICS

15 W Main Avenue

If graphic novels and comics are your jam, hit up Merlyn’s and discover magic.

WISHING TREE BOOKS

1410 E 11th Avenue

Bring your children to this adorable shop in an old, historic Perry District house.

SPOKANE MADE

Creativity and collaboration are the heart of Spokane. The community fosters the arts, artisans, dreamers, and makers. You get to reap the dividends. We invite you to discover Spokane’s local makers. Take home a bit of that inspiration during your visit to Spokane. Don’t forget to tell your friends!

COLLADAY LEATHER

Online store

Whether you’re looking for a handmade leather wallet or a hand-tooled belt, you’ll find beauty and craftsmanship with Colladay Leather. Jeremiah and Erin Colladay are committed to the leather artisan tradition.

colladayleather.com

THE GREAT PNW

1098 W Summit Parkway

This Spokane company makes casual clothing inspired by the Pacific Northwest.

thegreatpnw.com

H IS FOR LOVE

Online store

Finished with the beauty industry standards on aging; Bee Simmonds took matters into her own hands. She uses natural ingredients aimed at working with a person’s chemistry became her focus. hforlove.com

NICKS BOOTS

6510 E Sprague Avenue

Want more than a mass-produced boot you could find in any city anywhere? Consider a custom-made boot from Nicks Boots.

nicksboots.com

KJ POTTERY

5509 N Market Street

Ditch the idea of mass-produced dinnerware and invest in handmade dishes from KJ Pottery. The pieces are functional yet gorgeous. kjpottery.com

REFUGEE BATH CO.

This company was created to allow refugees in the Spokane community to earn a living.

refugeebathcompany.com

REVIVAL TEA

415 W Main Aveue

If tea is what fills your cup, then make a beeline for Revival. Fresh crafted tea–loose leaf or bagged–await you in the tasting room. You can also order online.

revivalteacompany.com

SPICEOLOGY

Online Store

Spice up your life with something from Spokane’s own Spiceology. The small batch spice blends make perfect gifts for any occasion.

spiceology.com

VINTAGE PRINT NW

914 W Garland Avenue

Spokane artist Chris Bovey f eatures every iconic part of the region and turns it into beautifully screen-printed art.

vintageprint.us

NEON NINA

Online store

Brighten your life with an incredible piece of art created by 3rd generation neon artist Nina McLean. Do a custom design or purchase a one-of-a-kind piece.

neonnina.net

BUNGALOW CANDLE STUDIO

808 W Main Avenue #251

Take home the scent of Spokane with a hand-poured soy candle from local maker Sue Griffith. You can find her eco-friendly candles with names like Spokane Sweater Weather at From Here in River Park Square or online.

bungalowcandlestudio.com

THE MALTED MUTT

Online store

Bring home a treat for your four-legged friends! The Malted Mutt’s founder, Katie, and her dog, Ziggy, use hop-free spent grains from Spokane’s breweries to create delicious treats.

maltedmutt.com

Neon Nina, Shadowland Photography

WHERE TO STAY

DOWNTOWN SPOKANE

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON (509) 455-9600

322 N SPOKANE FALLS CT

THE HISTORIC DAVENPORT HOTEL (509) 455-8888

10 S POST ST

THE DAVENPORT GRAND (509) 458-3330

333 W SPOKANE FALLS BLVD

RUBY RIVER HOTEL (509) 326-5577

700 N DIVISION ST

THE CENTENNIAL HOTEL SPOKANE (509) 326-8000

303 W NORTH RIVER DR

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT (509) 456-7600

401 N RIVERPOINT BLVD

THE DAVENPORT LUSSO (509) 747-9750

808 W SPRAGUE AVE

THE DAVENPORT TOWER (509) 789-6965

111 S POST ST

BEST WESTERN PLUS CITY CENTER (509) 623-972

33 W SPOKANE FALLS BLVD

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT (509) 747-9131

311 N RIVERPOINT BLVD

HAMPTON INN & SUITES (509) 867-3676

675 S MCCLELLAN ST

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DOWNTOWN (509) 328-8505

801 N DIVISION ST

HOTEL INDIGO (509) 862-6400

110 S MADISON ST

LA QUINTA INN & SUITES (509) 838-6630

211 S DIVISION ST

OXFORD SUITES SPOKANE (509) 353-9000

115 W NORTH RIVER DR

RIVERFRONT PARK TRAVEL APTS (866) 648-1322

218 N BERNARD ST

HOTEL RUBY (509) 747-1041

901 W 1ST AVE

STEAM PLANT HOTEL (509) 290-5209

123 S POST ST

RUBY SUITES (509) 309-2400

1120 N DIVISION ST

MONTVALE HOTEL (509) 624-1518

1005 W 1ST AVE

BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM (509) 279-2909

907 W 3RD AVE

Hotel Indigo, The Inlander

AIRPORT/WEST PLAINS

NORTHERN QUEST

RESORT & CASINO (877) 871-6772

100 N HAYFORD RD, AIRWAY HEIGHTS

BEST WESTERN PLUS (509) 624-4655

3711 S GEIGER BLVD

CAMBRIA HOTEL (509) 503-1157

4611 S DOWDY RD

DAYS INN & SUITES (509) 850-9413

1215 S GARFIELD RD

HAMPTON INN (509) 747-1100

2010 S ASSEMBLY RD

HILTON GARDEN INN (509) 244-5866

9015 W HWY 2, AIRWAY HEIGHTS

HOLIDAY INN (509) 838-1170

1616 S WINDSOR RD

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (509) 235-1100

111 W BETZ RD, CHENEY

RAMADA BY WYNDHAM (509) 724-0019

8909 W AIRPORT DR

SLEEP INN MAINSTAY SUITES (509) 315-8922

3809 SOUTH GEIGER BLVD

SPRINGHILL SUITES (509) 838-9540

8967 W AIRPORT DR

STRATFORD SUITES (509) 321-1600

11808 W CENTER LN

SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM (509) 209-9971

11102 W WESTBOW

WINGATE BY WYNDHAM (509) 343-2398

2726 S FLINT RD

NORTH SPOKANE

BEST WESTERN PLUS (509) 468-5020

9601 N NEWPORT HWY

APPLE TREE INN (800) 323-5796

9508 N DIVISION ST

QUALITY INN OAKWOOD (509) 530-2569

7919 N DIVISION ST

SPOKANE CORPORATE HOUSING (509) 999-5694

LOCATIONS VARY

BED & BREAKFASTS

1899 HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST (509) 301-1377

1728 W 1ST AVE

E.J. ROBERTS MANSION (509) 456-8899

1923 W 1ST AVENUE

MARIANNA STOLTZ

HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST (509) 483-4316

427 E INDIANA AVE

RIVER HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST (509) 466-0890

14206 N TORMEY RD

SPOKANE VALLEY

MIRABEAU PARK HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER (509) 924-9000

1100 N SULLIVAN RD

TRU BY HILTON (509) 782-9878

13509 E MANSFIELD AVE

COMFORT INN & SUITES (509) 728-9392

12415 E MISSION AVE

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES (509) 928-5218

8923 E MISSION AVE

HAMPTON INN & SUITES (509) 928-6900

16418 E INDIANA AVE

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (509) 927-7100

9220 E MISSION AVE

MY PLACE HOTEL (509) 228-6105

16106 E INDIANA AVE

PARK LANE MOTEL & RV PARK (509) 535-1626

4412 E SPRAGUE AVE

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT (509) 892-9300

15915 E INDIANA AVE

SILVERSTONE INN & SUITES (509) 922-9002

2016 N ARGONNE RD

MOTEL 6 (509) 926-5399

1919 N HUTCHINSON RD

SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM (509) 724-0025

2020 N ARGONNE RD

OXFORD SUITES (509) 847-1000

15015 E INDIANA AVE

RAMADA BY WYNDHAM (509) 828-4861

905 N SULLIVAN RD

LIBERTY LAKE

BEST WESTERN PLUS (509) 755-1111

1816 N PEPPER LN

QUALITY INN & SUITES (509) 340-3333

2327 N MADSON ST

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Karli Fairbanks is an artist, designer, muralist, songwriter, and creative director. She graduated from the SFCC Graphic Design program, has worked at several advertising agencies, and runs a

successful freelance art business. She has worked with national clients like Netflix, Lululemon, and Cliff Bar while making her creative mark around Spokane by creating brands for small businesses and

events like Durkin’s, Boots, Farm Chicks, and more! You can find Karli’s art online, at Terrain’s retail store From Here, and, if you’re lucky, at local markets.

karlifairbanks.com

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TRANSPORTATION

FLY IT, BUS IT, WA

Considering its geographic isolation on the map, getting to Spokane is surprisingly easy. Once you’re here, it’s even more accessible. Let us break it down for you.

FLY

Spokane International Airport has 20 nonstop service destinations and is an easy 12-minute drive to the city center. Stress-free is Spokane’s middle name.

RIDE

All the usual suspects can help you get to your hotel. Grab a cab, Uber or Lyft. Public transportation is also available. Be sure to try the all-electric City Line bus system that runs through downtown. The sleek new buses are a deep purple, so you can’t miss them. In the summer months, hop on one of the myriad electric scooters or bikes available to rent.

WALK

Downtown Spokane is compact, safe, and walkable. Stroll down bustling streets, wander through Riverfront Park, and make sure you walk the Centennial Trail.

Parkade, Libby Kamrowski

GETTING AROUND

AIRPORT

Spokane International Airport spokaneairports.net

9000 W Airport Drive

Spokane, WA

CAR & TAXI SERVICE

Uber Lyft

Spokane Taxi spokane-taxi-cab.com

Orange Cab spokaneairporttaxicabride.com

AUTO RENTALS

Alamo Rent A Car alamo.com

Avis Car Rental avis.com

Budget Car Rental budget.com

Dollar Rent A Car dollar.com

Enterprise Rent-A-Car enterprise.com

Hertz Car Rental hertz.com

National Car Rental nationalcar.com

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Spokane Transit Authority spokanetransit.com

701 W Riverside Ave Spokane, WA

SHUTTLE SERVICES

Alpha Omega Tours & Charters aocharters.com

Northwestern Trailways trailways.com

Spokane Limousine spokanelimousine.com

Spokane Valley Limos spokanevalleylimos.com

TRAIN & BUS

Spokane Intermodal Center 221 W First Ave

Spokane, WA

Amtrak amtrak.com

Greyhound greyhound.com

FROM HERE TO THERE

Love the feel of the open road unfurling before you as you grip the wheel? Load up the Griswold family wagon and get going. Spokane is closer to cool spots like Banff National Park in Canada, Glacier National Park in Montana, or wine mecca Walla Walla than you may realize. Did we mention Spokane makes a great home base? Fly in and head out.

SEASONAL ITINER ARIES

IT’S NEVER A BAD TIME TO VISIT SPOKANE. EVERY SEASON OFFERS SOMETHING INTERESTING TO DO. WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU WITH THESE SEASONAL ITINERARIES.

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STAY: HOTEL INDIGO

MUST-SEE: THE SPOKANE

FALLS, MANITO PARK

MUST-DO: RAFT THE SPOKANE RIVER

8:00 AM:

Breakfast at Rockwood Bakery (315 E 18th Avenue) on Spokane’s South Hill.

9:00 AM:

Walk from Rockwood Bakery to magnificent Manito Park (1702 S Grand Boulevard). The park features five distinct gardens–Japanese Garden, Duncan Garden, Rose Garden, Perennial Garden, and Lilac Garden.

10:30 AM:

Ride the Numerica SkyRide (507 N Howard Street) over the Spokane Falls. The best viewing times are April-June. Explore Riverfront and Huntington Parks.

12:30 PM:

Lunch at The Grain Shed (1026 E Newark Street). This spot is all about sustainability, plus it’s a cooperative. No wasted loaves, no wasted grains.

2:00 PM:

Raft the Spokane River with Wiley E. Waters Whitewater Rafting. (1701 W Water Avenue)

5:00 pm: Cease & Desist Book Club (108 N Washington Street) for a pre-dinner cocktail. Alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks are available.

6:30 PM:

Dinner at Zona Blanca. (157 S Howard Street) Owner and chef Chad White has figured out how to bring fresh ceviche to landlocked Spokane. White was on Season 13 of Top Chef.

Zona Blanca Ceviche Bar, The Inlander Lilac Gardens in Manito Park, Nick James

SUMMER

STAY: RUBY RIVER HOTEL

MUST-SEE: ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS, THE CENTENNIAL TRAIL

MUST DO: ZIPLINE TOUR IN LIBERTY LAKE, NORTHWEST

MUSEUM OF ARTS & CULTURE

9:00 AM:

Breakfast at The Osprey (700 N Division Street) on the Spokane River.

10:00 AM:

Walk The Centennial Trail along the Spokane River and into Riverfront Park (507 N Howard Street).

10:30 AM:

Hop the lilac City Line bus to historic Browne’s Addition, enjoy the historic mansions, and visit the air-conditioned Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture (2316 W First Avenue).

12:30 PM:

Do a zipline tour with Mica Moon Zip Tours (23403 E Mission Avenue Suite 111) in Liberty Lake, Washington.

4:00 PM:

Cool your heels on the riverside patio at No-Li Brewhouse (1003 E Trent Avenue).

6:00 PM:

Drive to Arbor Crest Wine Cellars (4705 N Fruit Hill Road) for an evening summer concert at the historic estate.

Mica Moon Zip Line Tours

Arbor

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, Libby Kamrowski

STAY: THE DAVENPORT GRAND HOTEL

MUST-SEE: GREEN BLUFF, FINCH ARBORETUM

MUST-DO: SUNSET ON HIGH DRIVE BLUFF TRAILS, SPOKANE COMEDY CLUB

9:00 AM:

Walk to breakfast at The People’s Waffle (15 S Howard Street).

10:00 AM:

Drive to Finch Arboretum (3404 W Woodland Avenue) to look at the fall colors.

12:00 PM:

Drive to Green Bluff and visit one of the many family-owned farms. Start at Wildland Cooperative (8022 E Greenbluff Road), then have lunch and a beer at Big Barn Brewing (16004 N Applewood Lane) and pick a pumpkin.

4:00 PM:

Have a happy hour drink on The Grand Terrace (334 W Spokane Falls Boulevard) overlooking the colorful trees in Riverfront Park.

5:00 PM:

Dinner at Feast World Kitchen (1321 W Second Avenue). They stop serving dinner at 7:00 pm.

6:30 PM:

Drive to the South Hill and pop into The Rocket Market (726 E 43rd Avenue) to pick up dessert.

7:00 PM:

Hit the High Drive Bluff (29th Avenue & High Drive), perch yourself, eat dessert, and watch the sunset.

9:00 PM:

Laugh at the Spokane Comedy Club. (315 W Sprague Avenue) The club hosts someone every night of the week. Check listings for late show times.

STAY: HISTORIC DAVENPORT HOTEL

MUST-SEE: VISTA HOUSE AT MOUNT SPOKANE, THE HOLIDAY LIGHTS IN RIVERFRONT PARK

MUST-DO: SKI MOUNT SPOKANE, SKATE ON THE RIBBON, TEA FLIGHT AT REVIVAL TEA

8:00 AM:

Breakfast at The Bruncheonette (1011 W Broadway Avenue).

9:30 AM:

Drive up to Mt Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park (29500 N Mount Spokane Park Drive) to snowboard, ski, Nordic ski, or snowshoe. Be sure to check out the views from Vista House.

1:00 PM:

Lunch at Maxwell House (1425 N Ash Street).

3:00 PM:

Tea flight at Revival Tea (415 W Main Avenue).

4:00 PM:

Wander through Riverfront Park (507 N Howard Street), take in the holiday lights, and ice skate at the Numerica Skate Ribbon.

6:00 PM:

Dinner at the Steam Plant (159 S Lincoln Street). Be sure to go inside the smoke stack.

7:30 PM:

If you’re not too exhausted, have cocktails at Baby Bar (827 W First Avenue).

Mount Spokane, Jason Hummel

MOVING TO SPOKANE

If you want to relocate to the Spokane area, we can help. Perhaps you’re looking for a fresh start, or a job is bringing you here. Maybe you’re curious about building a life in a beautiful region with four seasons. Let us tell you more. Reach out, and we’ll send you our relocation packet.

Request a relocation packet

1.888.SPOKANE

visitspokane.com/about/ relocation-packet

Browne's Addition, Nick James

Spokane region, a thriving urban metropolitan hub that offers an available workforce, business-friendly climate, and collaborative spirit to fuel your business’s success.

WE’RE CONNECTED

We are a multimodal transportation hub with great access by air, rail, and highways to suite all your business needs.

The Spokane International Airport offers non-stop airline service to over 19 domestic destinations.

WE’RE EDUCATED

Go Eags, Go Zags, Go Cougs, Go Dawgs, Go Pirates, Go Sasquatch, Go everybody! 11 colleges and universities with 77,000 students building the talent pool for the region.

Spokane is home to 19 school districts, 2 skills centers, and several private schools.

WE’RE CREATIVE

The Spokane region is home to many entertainment and creative venues.

To name a few:

• Bing Crosby Theater

• First Interstate Center for the Arts

• Knitting Factory

• Martin Woldson Theater at the FOX

• Spokane Arena

• NW Museum of Arts & Culture

• Terrain Gallery

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