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Sequim Holiday Shopping and Events The Sequim arts and small business communities are ready for the holidays! Spend the day shopping in Sequim and checking off your holiday gift list at a local boutique. They’ll give you the personal attention not found at big chain stores. Then enjoy a wonderful...

Touring Wineries Near Sequim Now is the season for gathering with friends and family, and the local wineries around Sequim have the perfect wine to complement any cuisine or occasion. Sequim is fortunate to have many excellent wineries that expertly blend grapes from eastern Washington. Plan a re...

Gourmet Coffee in Sequim Coffee is the fuel that keeps the Pacific Northwest going and Sequim is no exception. With so much to do and see around Sequim we depend on excellent coffee to start our days. Whether planning a morning round of golf or meeting up with a biking group to hit the Olympic Di...

Family Friendly Sequim Sequim has everything that makes a family friendly community. Here you will find the most beautiful surroundings with sunny, mild weather, that creates the perfect setting for active families that love the outdoors. The safe, friendly neighborhoods also include great school...

Discover Downtown Sequim A vibrant downtown is a sign of a healthy, happy community, and this is certainly true of Sequim. Our charming downtown has an abundance of restaurants, galleries, and unique shops. Spend a day finding that special gift, beautiful clothing or a piece of art, then relax wi...

See Why Pilots Love Flying in Sequim If flying is your passion, then Sequim is the perfect setting for your next adventure. We have a wealth of natural beauty including: a sparkling coastline, expansive forests and the stunning Olympic Mountains. All these gorgeous sites can be enjoyed by hiking,...

Golf in Sunny Sequim Picture a perfect day of golf on a sunny, well-groomed course, bordered with tall cedar trees and a backdrop of the Olympic Mountains. Find this idyllic setting at the golf courses in Sequim. And with a rainfall average of only 13 inches annually, we have the best conditions ...

Kayak Around Sequim Before summer is over, glide your kayak through the cool waters surrounding Sequim. There are many possibilities to explore our gorgeous coastline. Any choice will have beautiful scenery and a chance to encounter wildlife. One of the best things about living in Sequim is the a...

5 Essential Hikes Near Sequim Sequim is nestled in the shadow of the majestic Olympic Mountains. As the temperatures rise, the snow begins to melt from the peaks and hiking season begins. The mountain meadows explode with wildflowers and the forest rivers rush with new, clear water. Summer is th...

Outdoor Dining in Sequim In Sequim, we are so fortunate to have a wealth of delicious dining options. You’ll find international, seafood, farm to table and vegetarian cuisine, to name just a few. Also many of our fine restaurants offer al fresco seating so patrons can enjoy the abundant sunshine ...