South Capitol Travel Guide
Olympia
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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 lively bars or cosy cafes 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 top-notch restaurants and lively bars 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 Capitol
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
Front desk staff was delightful. Breakfast buffet was better than I had imagined it would be. Great location if you need to be close to the capital!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont
The location and staff was wonderful. Having a pool and sauna was also very nice.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Olympia
... Not my first choice paint chips in the window sill, the dryer didn't work, the TV didn't work properly, no microwave, little to not hot water and the renovation were very inconvenient why not close down if the building needs that much work.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Little Creek Casino Resort
The only issue was the business chair it should be replaced the fabric was tearing. We mentioned this to the front desk.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Olympia - Lacey
Rigjt off the highway, tidy and convenient. Great breakfast!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Capitol
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.
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.
South Westside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Westside and surrounding area, you can visit Washington State Capitol and Governor's Mansion.
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.
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.
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.
