Woodinville

Head to the Hollywood District to visit Washington’s oldest winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle (14111 NE 145th St), where you can taste by the glass or buy a bottle to enjoy with a charcuterie board on the sprawling grounds. Find your new favorite vintage with a tasting at chic, family-friendly Novelty Hill (14710 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE), or even play a game of bocce ball. If spirits are what you’re after, head to Woodinville Whiskey Co. (14509 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE) for a taste of its house-made bourbon. Fuel up with a burger or sandwich at Hollywood Tavern (14508 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE)—don’t miss the Tavern Club sandwich stuffed with house-made Cajun potato chips—or pizza alfresco at Vivi Pizzeria (14505 148th Ave NE). For elevated Pacific Northwest fare, make a reservation for a nine-course seasonal dinner at The Herbfarm (14590 NE 145th St), where the on-site garden grows produce and herbs enjoyed at every meal.

Browse the artisan crafts at the Woodinville Farmers Market in downtown Woodinville. Open during warm-weather months, this market offers travelers a true taste of the area with everything from fresh-cut flowers to local berries. In the Schoolhouse District, visit a restored historic schoolhouse for a unique dining experience at Walla Walla Steak Co, Ballard Pizza Co, and more. Head to the Warehouse District to visit the Eddie Bauer Outlet, or stop by Elegant Details Boutique (13620 NE 175th St, Ste 12) downtown to score stylish additions to your closet.

Woodinville hosts a full calendar of activities and festivals throughout the year—listen to local bands play at downtown tasting rooms, or get in on the excitement at a crush event or wine walk. Stop by JB Family Growers for seasonal fun from fields of lavender to a pumpkin farm and corn maze. After filling your day with outings, spend a few hours at the Spa at Willows Lodge (14580 NE 145th St)—if you’re on a romantic wine weekend, relax with a couple’s massage or facial. Get outdoors and rent bikes with Woodinville Bicycle (13210 NE 175th St) and cycle the 11-mile Sammamish River Trail (17301 131st Ave NE). Switch up your perspective by taking to the skies with Over the Rainbow (16509 140th Pl NE), where you’ll experience a unique view of the Seattle skyline and the foothills of the Cascade Range on a soaring hot air balloon ride.