Port Townsend, Victorian Seaport
Designated a National Historic District in 1976, Port Townsend is famous for its magnificent homes dating back to the late 1800's in a Victorian Seaport setting.
Residents and visitors enjoy the natural scenic beauty of the area. Perched on the Strait of Juan de Fuca and surrounded by views of the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, Port Townsend feels like an island, but is easily accessible by car, state ferry, boat, or charter plane.
This inviting Victorian seaport also offers much in the way of leisure and recreation. Take a stroll by the waterfront, participate in maritime activities and cultural events and dine on local gourmet cuisine.
Port Townsend is also a part of the "Olympic rain shadow" with an average of only 17 inches of rain per year.
From small town parades to sophisticated art exhibitions, wacky kinetic sculpture races to world-renowned boat festivals, celebrations of Victorian heritage to week-long music festivals, each season in Port Townsend brings an abundance of activity!
Local area information
www.ptguide.com
www.heartoftheolympics.org
www.olympicpeninsula.orgCounty library
www.jcl.lib.wa.usChambers of Commerce
www.ptchamber.org
www.portludlowchamber.org
www.cityofsequim.com/State tourism
www.tourism.wa.gov
www.nps.gov/olym/home.htm
www.jeffcofairgrounds.com
www.visitsun.com
www.lavenderfestival.comLocal government
www.co.jefferson.wa.us
www.jeffersonsheriff.org
www.jeffersoncountypublichealth.org
www.ci.sequim.wa.usLocal newspapers
www.ptleader.com
www.sequimgazette.comFerry & Hood Canal Bridge Info
www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/hoodcanal