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Walla Walla hailed as the West’s Standout Wine and Dine region in the 2022 Sunset Travel Awards. Walla Walla Wins best in the West As Julia Child once said, “Wine is meant to be with food. That’s the point of it.” Recognizing this, the editors of Sunset Magazine scoured the West to find a destination … Read More
Walla Walla is vibrant and bustling any time of year, with plenty to do both inside and out. For an even more memorable taste of Walla Walla’s community spirit and hospitality, plan your visit around one of our popular signature events. January – Walla Walla Chamber Music Festival The sweet sounds of the Chamber Music … Read More
If you’re an art lover, you’re in luck! Local artist, Kim Nemeth’s highly anticipated studio and gallery, The Cotton Wool, opened in the fall of 2021 and has been an exciting addition to Walla Walla. This small but stunning space is not your typical gallery. Here, Kim’s unique (and extremely popular) woven pieces are displayed … Read More
Looking for a quick tasty bite or a laid-back atmosphere for cocktails and apps? Have no fear; casual dining options abound in Walla Walla! From delicious pub fare to hand-tossed pizzas to incredible seasonal cocktails, you’re sure to find a spot on this list for whatever your heart (and stomach) desires! AK’s Mercado: If you’ve … Read More
by Vicki Hillhouse Nowhere evokes the luxury and life of the American Victorian era in Walla Walla like the Kirkman House Museum. The 1880 brick mansion is like a time capsule at the corner of Colville and Cherry streets. Its Italiante-style architecture stands alone at the convergence of contemporary houses and the downtown commercial district … Read More
What’s the rush? Take time to roam along this short roadside trail By Melissa Queen Sometime 15,000 years or so ago, when the Missoula flood waters were raging across Montana, Idaho, and Washington, they had to pause and stop for a while at the Wallula Gap. Held back by the strong basalt rock ridges on … Read More
Looking for a restaurant for that special occasion that may have brought you to Washington Wine Country? Or perhaps you’re just in the mood for an elegant date night or dinner when you’re visiting? You’re in luck, because Walla Walla has a fantastic selection of fine dining restaurants. Read on for eight fantastic restaurant options … Read More
by Vicki Hillhouse If you missed part one about the Fort Walla Walla Museum, you can read that here first. Down the hill from Fort Walla Walla Museum’s exhibit buildings, a village of wooden structures offers a peek into pioneer living. Pioneer living at the center of town The doorways, windows and even limited entry … Read More
The Walla Walla Valley is blessed with many months of sunshine – and we’ve got the patios to prove it! A stroll through downtown (which is frequently voted one of the best in America) is a perfectly charming way to spend a morning or afternoon, and there are plenty of places to stop for a … Read More
Hikers seeking well-shaded trails that wind through mossy forest floors with ferns growing beneath old firs might think they have to haul themselves all the way to the western side of the Cascades. Or those wanting to immerse themselves in the relaxing sound of rushing water carving its way through a basalt canyon might think … Read More
