Olympia is the capitol of Washington, and a visit to the capitol building, which has one of the tallest masonry domes in the world, is well worth the trip. Inside the capitol, you'll find the Tiffany bronze chandelier—in face, the largest collection of Tiffany bronze is found in this state capitol.

But the capitol isn't only one reason to visit Olympia. The city boasts a calendar full of exciting events, and you'll find a variety of delicious Pacific Northwest seafood—fresh from the docks—at area restaurants. The many museums, galleries and historic sites in Olympia will provide you with a fascinating look at the area's arts, history and culture. Don't miss the Monarch Sculpture Park, an amazing, eight-acre outdoor exhibit that displays more than 80 rotating works by regional, national and international sculptors. And you can’t miss the public art in Olympia—it seems to be around every downtown corner! More than 80 pieces of public art and sculpture enhance the city from Percival Landing to the Capitol campus. Pick up a self-guided, walking tour brochure at the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau to find the art locations.

But if you'd prefer to hike, bike, boat, skate or fish, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation as well. Have a shopper in your group? Don't worry—from specialty shops to antiques to farmers markets, Olympia will have them covered, too. And at the end of what's sure to be a very busy day, relax at one of our hotels, bed-and-breakfasts or campgrounds. No mater what you're looking for, Olympia is sure to have the perfect accommodations for your tastes.