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Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Distance: 1-2 miles of flat, easy walking through downtown Olympia
Meeting Point: The Puget Sound Mosaic on Percival Landing boardwalk (near the “Kissing Statue”)
Olympia’s streets are a living canvas. On this guided walking tour, you will step off the beaten path to explore the city’s most spectacular murals, striking community street art, and hidden creative corners.
While you take in the vibrant colors, you’ll learn about the Pacific Northwest artists behind the work, the community movements that inspired them, and the unique history of downtown Olympia.
Whether you’re a lifelong local looking to see the city through fresh eyes or a visitor wanting to experience our unique culture, this tour offers a fun, inspiring, and creative look at our capital city.
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COMING SOON!
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Status: Launching Late Fall - Stay Tuned!
Step back in time to discover how a small waterfront settlement grew into Washington’s state capital. This guided walk covers Olympia’s historic downtown buildings, political milestones, and the fascinating figures who shaped our city.
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COMING SOON!
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Status: Launching January 2027 - stay tuned!!
Go behind the scenes of Washington state’s political heart. This tour takes you through the beautiful grounds of the State Capitol campus, exploring the architecture, the history of how Olympia became the capital, and how our state government functions today. Perfect for school groups, history buffs, and civics enthusiasts alike!
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COMING SOON!
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Status: Research & Development
Honor and explore the deep indigenous roots of the South Sound. Long before it was named Olympia, this area was - and remains - the traditional home of the Coast Salish people, including the Steh-Chass family group of the Squaxin Island Tribe. This tour shares the rich history, vital culture, and on-going modern presence of the First Peoples of the Deschutes River estuary and Budd Inlet.
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COMING SOON!
Duration: 1 hour
Status: Research & Development
Explore the rich maritime heritage of Budd Inlet. On this scenic walk along the boardwalk, you’ll learn about Olympia’s early port history, local ecology, and how the waterfront remains the heartbeat of the community today.
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COMING SOON!
Duration: 1-1.5 hours (varies by topic)
Dive deep into niche topics with our guest-guided specialty walks. We partner with local historians, scientists, and cultural experts to offer exclusive, limited-run tours. From Olympia’s unique geology and marine ecology to deep-dives into our famous indie music scene, these walks offer unmatched insider knowledge.
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COMING SOON!
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Status:Research & Development
Don't let a rainy day keep you from exploring! The Oly Indoors tour is a dynamic storefront crawl designed to keep you warm, dry and deeply connected to Olympia's thriving independent culture.
Think of it like a neighborhood bar crawl, but focused on the spirit of local entrepreneurship (and not just the booze!) Together, we will step inside a curated selection of downtown Olympia's most unique, locally owned businesses. At each stop, you'll sample or browse the shop's offerings and hear the inspiring, gritty, and creative stories of how they built from the ground up.
Its the ultimate way to support local, stay cozy, and discover the true heartbeat of our downtown community.
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