Things to Do
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Anacortes is the first of the San Juan Islands, accessible by bridge. From here you could take a ferry to Vancouver Island, British Columbia, or to the other San Juan Islands. But you may want to stay right here, as there are so many things to do in Anacortes and surrounds.
Whale watching, kayaking, hiking, bicycling, fishing or diving are all available in Anacortes. If you just want to relax and unwind, we offer that too. Choose an outside table at a downtown restaurant and sip coffee or wine, or relax on Autumn Leaves' patio to the soothing sound of the waterfall. Browse through shops, take a boat ride or stroll around the marina. Take the 10 minute ferry ride to Guemes Island, where you'll explore the beach or have coffee while watching the boats go by. Whatever your activity level, there are many things for you to do in Anacortes. Some are pictured in our Gallery.
Anacortes has some of the finest views in the Pacific Northwest: water, islands, mountains and forest. Hike or drive up Mt. Erie, the island's highest point, or walk, cycle or drive the 2.3 mile loop road in Washington Park for breathtaking views and great picnic spots.
Celebrate your special occasion, birthday or anniversary at romantic, luxurious Autumn Leaves Bed and Breakfast. Have dinner at one of Anacortes' fine restaurants and then go to the beach and watch the sunset over the islands. It's magic.
THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND ANACORTES:
Whale watching cruises: www.island-adventures.com or www.mysticseacharters.com
Charter boats - For parties, weddings or charters
www.mysticseacharters.com, abcyachtcharters.com, www.ayc.com, www.paracletecharters.com, www.lujacsquest.com
www.sBoats.com.
One hour boat tour - www.deceptionpasstours.com
Kayaking - www.anacorteskayaktours.com. They provide the kayak , no experience required.
Ferries - to the San Juans or Vancouver Island. Ferry information: www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
River rafting, birding and eagle watching - Great blue heron, eagles and hawks are a common sight. In winter great clouds of snow geese can be seen in neighboring fields, along with trumpeter swans. Bald eagle season can bring over 200 eagles to the Skagit River. www.blueskyoutfitters.com
Scenic cruises - www.paracletecharters.com, www.mysticseacharters.com,
www.island-adventures.com
Scuba diving - www.lujacsquest.com, www.anacortesdiving.com
Sport fishing - www.catchmorecharters.com, www.anacortesdiving.com
Walking or mountain biking - There are many miles of trails in the 2700 acres of Anacortes Forestlands. Trailheads are a short walk away.
Bicycle tours of Skagit Valley: www.countrycycling.com
Taxi service: Mert's Taxi 360-708-6358; Triangle Taxi 360-588-8294 or 888-675-1244
Restaurants - Some of our guests' favorites:
Anthony's www.anthonys.com/restaurants/info/Anacortes.html (seafood)
Adrift http://www.adriftrestaurant.com/
Cameron's Fine Dining http://www.cameronslivingroomdining.com/
Rockfish Grill and brewery www.anacortesrockfish.com
Greek Islands (Greek, lamb) 360.293.6911
Ethnic and casual restaurants include: Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, Greek, Thai, Island Cafe, Calico Cupboard, Gere-a-deli, bowling alley, Bob's Chowder House and several pizza/spaghetti restaurants.
SPECIAL EVENTS IN AND AROUND ANACORTES INCLUDE:
Anacortes Art Walk the first Friday of each month
March 18-20 Spring Boat Show, Cap Sante Marina
March 26-27 Anacortes Salmon Derby, Cap Sante
April 1-30 Anacortes Quilt Walk
April 1-30 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival (bloom dates up to God) www.TulipFestival.org
April 9 Spring Wine Festival
April 10-11 Wood craft show, Sedro-Wooley (360-855-1841)
April 15-17 Tulip Festival street fair, Mount Vernon
April 16 Island Chicks Vintage Home, Garden and More Show
April 16 Paccar open house (free) 11-3 (360-757-8311)
April 30-May 1 Garden art fair, Anacortes
May 13-14 Trawlerfest
May 21-22 Anacortes Waterfront Festival
June 26 Gardens of Note tour of Anacortes gardens, with live music
July 4 parade, program in the park and fireworks
July 9-10 Skagit Valley Highland Games, http://www.celticarts.org/index.php?page_id=105
July 15-16 What the Heck Fest
July 16 Anacortes Shipwreck Day flea market
July 29 and 30 An-O-Chord barbershop concerts http://www.anochords.org/Show%20and%20BBQ.htm
July 31 An-O-Chord barbecue in the park
August 5-7 Anacortes Arts Festival, www.anacortesartsfestival.com
August Eagles salmon barbecue
August 20 Work boat races
Sept. 30-Oct 2 Fall Boat Show, Cap Sante
Sept. Anacortes antique engine and machinery show
Sept. Anacortes Home and boat tour
Sept. Oyster Run motorcycle rally
October 8 Octoberfest
December 2-3 Anacortes winter art walk
December 10 Christmas lighted boat parade and concert
For more information on any of the above, call the Visitors' Information Center at 360-293-3832.
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Gift shops, flowers, gift baskets, wine
www.donatelloflowersandgifts.com (flowers, gifts)
www.sheelysfloral.com (gifts, flowers)
www.baysidesweets.com (hand crafted chocolates)
www.compasswines.com (wine or picnic, delivered)
www.seabear.com (smoked salmon, gift food items)
PLANNING YOUR TRIP TO ANACORTES -- some suggestions
First day:
Stroll around Anacortes shops and art galleries. Have a leisurely lunch, rest and begin to unwind.
Drive or walk to Cap Sante Marina to see the boats and water views.
At 3 p.m. you may check in at Autumn Leaves. We will bring you a beverage and snack as you relax in the parlor or on the patio by the waterfall.
Take in the fabulous view from Washington Park as you drive or walk the loop road. If you still have time, Mt. Erie is a short drive away, with more breathtaking views.
For dinner look through our folder of menus and choose one of the fine restaurants in Anacortes. Then you may want to check out the brewery or go bowling.
If you return to Autumn Leaves before 10, let the jetted tub soothe tired muscles before you sink into your antique queen size bed.
Second day:
Start with a mouth watering breakfast at Autumn Leaves. Allow time to savor each delicious course!
Stop by the deli for a sandwich or salad to take with you on a whale watching cruise. Take a warm jacket; it can be cold on the water. Take sunscreen too!
Return to Autumn Leaves and rest a while. This would be a good time for the reading nook. Check out the 1950's magazines. We'll bring you a beverage, or you may help yourself from the refrigerator in the sunroom.
Dinner could be followed by a movie or an early night.
Third day:
Another wonderful Autumn Leaves breakfast, then a walk in the Anacortes forestlands, or go on a kayak tour. Kayak rental with instruction is available; you don't have to be experienced.
In the afternoon, a massage might be in order. Or the short drive to Deception Pass Bridge. You could have a picnic there or on a grassy beach in Washington Park. Another good picnic spot is Rosario Beach, where you could peer into tidepools and listen to the oyster catchers.
That evening, try your luck at the casino.
Fourth day:
A leisurely breakfast at Autumn Leaves. This is your third sinfully delicious breakfast in three days, so strenuous exercise is called for.
Golf at Similk Golf Course and/or A trip to Burlington Mall or the outlet mall's shoe, clothing, fabric and kitchen stores.
Then back to Autumn Leaves to get ready for a special dinner--perhaps Anthony's, Cameron's or Il Posto (reserve ahead).
Fifth day:
After breakfast at Autumn Leaves head for the ferry (about 3 miles). Park your car and walk on, thus avoiding the long wait and expense of taking your car. Enjoy the boat ride, spend a few hours in Friday Harbor and return to Anacortes in the early evening.
All good things must come to an end, but then it's time to start planning your next Northwest island adventure.... Let us help you plan a really special getaway.
For more information visit, www.anacortes.org
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