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17 Best and Fun Things To Do In Poulsbo, Washington


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Poulsbo, a charming town nestled on the shores of Liberty Bay in northwestern Washington, is only an hour away from Seattle. Despite its small size, it boasts a lively spirit and offers a plethora of activities for visitors. The town is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and fascinating past.

There are plenty of activities to enjoy in Poulsbo, from museums to markets and festivals. There are also several parks in Poulsbo where visitors can spend some time in nature and enjoy beautiful views of the bay.

And, if you’re an animal lover, you could stop by SEA Discovery Center. The aquarium is home to a variety of exhibits and oceanic wildlife, and it makes for a fun trip when you’re traveling with younger children.

Read our list below to discover the top things to do in Poulsbo, Washington.

The 17 Most Popular Things To Do In Poulsbo, Washington

17. Poulsbo Historical Museum

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

Location: 317 NW Lindvig Way Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 440 7354

Web Address:   http://poulsbohistory.com/visit/hours-and-locations/

16. Sawdust Hill Alpaca Farm

4.7 ★★★★★ (12 reviews)

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Location: 25432 Port Gamble Road NE Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 265 2122

Web Address:   http://sawdusthillalpacas.com/

15. Island Lake

4.0 ★★★★☆ (14 reviews)

14. Chief Sealth gravesite

4.9 ★★★★★ (59 reviews)

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Location: 7076 NE South Street Suquamish WA

Web Address:   http://chief-sealth-gravesite.keeq.io/

13. Old Man House Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (155 reviews)

Location: Suquamish WA

12. Suquamish Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (225 reviews)

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Location: 6861 NE South Street Suquamish WA

Tel:  360 394 8499

Web Address:   https://suquamish.nsn.us/suquamish-museum/

11. North Kitsap Heritage Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (248 reviews)

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Location: Miller Bay Road NE Kingston WA

Tel:  360 337 5350

Web Address:   https://kitsapgov.com/parks/Pages/NorthKitsapHeritagePark.aspx

10. Kitsap Memorial State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (745 reviews)

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Location: 202 NE Park Street Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 779 3205

Web Address:   http://parks.state.wa.us/529/Kitsap-Memorial

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9. Poulsbo Heritage Museum

4.3 ★★★★☆ (15 reviews)

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Location: 19020 Front Street NE Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 440 7354

Web Address:   http://poulsbohistory.com/

8. Liberty Bay

4.7 ★★★★★ (21 reviews)

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7. SEA Discovery Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (57 reviews)

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Location: 18743 Front Street NE #2318 Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 650 4905

Web Address:   http://wwu.edu/SEA

6. Nelson Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (62 reviews)

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Location: 20296 3rd Ave NW Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 779 9898

5. Historic Downtown Poulsbo Association

4.7 ★★★★★ (168 reviews)

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Location: 18825 Anderson Pkwy Poulsbo WA

Web Address:   http://historicdowntownpoulsbo.com/

4. Frank Raab Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (257 reviews)

Location: 18349 Caldart Ave NE Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 779 9898

3. Poulsbo’s Fish Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (506 reviews)

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Location: 288 NW Lindvig Way Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 779 9898

Web Address:   http://cityofpoulsbo.com/

2. U.S. Naval Undersea Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (916 reviews)

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Location: 1 Garnett Way Keyport WA

Tel:  360 396 4148

Web Address:   https://navalunderseamuseum.org/

1. Liberty Bay Waterfront Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (937 reviews)

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Location: 18809 Anderson Pkwy Poulsbo WA

Tel:  360 779 3901

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Poulsbo, Washington! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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