South Westside 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 lively bars and cosy cafes 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 top-notch restaurants or cosy cafes in this family-friendly area.
Millersylvania State Park
You can take time to visit Millersylvania State Park during your travels to Tumwater. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants 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 cosy cafes and top-notch restaurants 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 top-notch restaurants and cosy cafes while in town.
Top hotels in South Westside
Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel
I stayed in a 2 queen size room of March 2026. The room was very spacious, clean and beautifully set up. The gentleman that checked us in was genuinely nice and relatable-we were both from California. We arrived to the hotel rather late so we decided to go inside the casino for food. I had my 20 ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound
OK
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lacey – Olympia by IHG
We were well recieved by the staff, all very friendly. The second floor we stayed at was okay, there was a smell of cigarettes that stunk even inside our room. We wish the pool wouldn't close at 10:00pm, we saw a little rust too. Overall not a bad place to be for one night, could use some work. Loved ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont
We had an extended stay here and it was pleasant! We had our crazy toddler and service dog and they created a enjoyable stay. Magdalena was kimd and courteous and always making sure our stay was doing good!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Olympia - Lacey
Breakfast was legit, loved their coffee.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Little Creek Casino Resort
Big comfy room… newly remodeled bathroom!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Westside
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.
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, State Capitol Museum and Capitol Lake are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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 Olympia Farmers Market.
