South Westside Travel Guide
Olympia
Visit South Westside
Popular places to visit
Washington State Capitol
Washington State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Olympia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the cosy cafes and lively bars while in town.
Hands On Children's Museum
Spend the day watching your kids explore, discover and play at this award-winning, highly interactive children’s museum in Washington’s capital city.
Olympia Farmers Market
You can do some window-shopping at Olympia Farmers Market during your stay in Olympia. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Millersylvania State Park
You can take time to visit Millersylvania State Park during your travels to Tumwater. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls during your travels in Tumwater. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area
Bring your family to Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Olympia. Savour the lively bars and cosy cafes while in town.
Things to do
Top hotels in South Westside
Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel
Our room was not ready still at the check in time of 4.00 pm! Once we finally were able to to check in we had to call the front desk for towels and coffee that was not restocked! They use top sheets on the bed as a bottom sheet and we got our feet stuck in the sheets throughout the night! We were ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound
I brought my granddaughter and a friend for 3 nites, both 12 years old! ! They had a great time! I felt very safe letting g them do the wand experience without my supervision! They had a blast! I so purchased a package for $399, think , that included endless sodas in 2 special cup, endless popcorn, ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lacey – Olympia by IHG
The rooms were updated and nice. The pool was comfortably warm. The greatest part of our stay was the people. Every employee was friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont
Everything is nice but no charging outlets on night stand
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Olympia - Lacey
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Little Creek Casino Resort
Property itself is beautiful. The biggest issue we had, is check-in was at 4:00, and we didn't get a room until 5:30. I understand it was a sold out night, but our room also didn't feel extremely
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Westside
Downtown Historic District
When in Downtown Historic District, you can plan a visit to Hands On Children's Museum and Olympia Farmers Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, State Capitol Museum and Capitol Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Olympia
Northwest Olympia might not have many top sights, but Olympia Farmers Market and Hands On Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Olympia
If you're spending some time in Downtown Olympia, Hands On Children's Museum and Olympia Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.
East Bay Drive
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Bay Drive and surrounding area, you can visit Olympia Farmers Market and Hands On Children's Museum.
Eastside
While Eastside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hands On Children's Museum and East Bay Public Plaza.
