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Day Trip to Bainbridge Island ⛴️
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items Bainbridge is a perfect day or weekend getaway from Seattle. Not only is riding the ferry a classic pacific northwest experience, its full so many great places to eat, shop and see.
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Ferry
Coffee
Restaurants
Activities
Ferry
The Bainbridge Ferry is short and easy either by driving on or walking on.
Make sure to check the ferry times before you leave - I love just parking downtown and walking on.
Bainbridge Island Ferry Schedule
Coffee
Spots to grab a coffee or pastry once you jump off the dock.
Pegasus Coffee is a charming little gem that feels like a warm hug on a cloudy Bainbridge morning. It's so cute and they even have postcards you can write that they will send out for you.
Pegasus Coffee
Another great spot to find a good cup of coffee and pretty good food as well. They opened a second location in the ferry terminal. I am a fan of the breakfast sandwich!
Commuter Comforts
If you stop in for a coffee here, make sure to order a pastry to go with it. Their scones are perfection.
Blackbird Bakery
A great stop for a coffee but not as close to the ferry as the other spots. You also get a free cookie with your order! :)
Cups Espresso & Cafes
Restaurants
I LOVE the pizza here! It's so good! If you go and there is a line, it's worth the wait. I haven't had one pizza I didn't love from here.
Bruciato
I have been to Ba Sa a few times and have never been disappointed. The menu is great and always has interesting dishes to choose from. I love the spring rolls.
Ba Sa Restaurant
Rumor has it … these are the best fish and chips in Washington. If you go.. let me know what you think!
Proper Fish
I love the sandwiches here and the staff is also so friendly it makes it a fun place to be at.
Café Hitchcock
Stop in for a flight before catching the ferry back to Seattle. They have great wine and few snacks on the menu.
Fletcher Bay Winery
Doc's is the perfect spot to check out their outdoor patio space and with a view over lunch.
Doc’s Marina Grill
Another great spot to eat with a view. Great Atmosphere inside and out.
The Harbour Public House – Serving the community nutrient-rich local food & beverages since 1991
Activities
Fun Things to do near the ferry terminal.
The art museum is always a fun stop to check out artists, and of course their gift shop is great. Not to mention it's free admission! It's an easy walk from the ferry and has a nice little cafe inside.
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
The farmer's market is on Saturday's from 10am-2pm. If you go, look for the Hitchcock Bakeshop's booth - great pastries!
Bainbridge Island Farmers Market
Since pickleball was founded on the island, it feels only right to check out the courts and play a few games.
The Founders Courts : Pickleball Courts
Head to the park and check out Pia the Peacekeeper. Such a cool addition to the island.
Pia the Peacekeeper | Bainbridge Troll | Bainbridge Island Metro Park
You are guaranteed to find a treasure to take home in this antique shop - I have never seen a shop so full of every collection imaginable.
Pastiche Antiques
A beautiful property with gardens and great walking trails. You could spend hours reconnecting with nature.
Bloedel Reserve | A Wonder of Nature