A quick ferry ride from Seattle is the most adorable spot, Bainbridge Island. Years ago, when I first found my way to Pinterest, I followed the sweetest lady who had a blog and lived on the island. I knew if I ever made it to Seattle, Bainbridge Island would be on the list of must-do’s. And of course, it didn’t disappoint.
We didn’t have a lot of time and of course, it was raining. But, that didn’t take away from the charm of the place at all.
HOW TO GET THERE?
You can access the island by ferry. It is so easy. You do not need reservations. You can purchase tickets on the Colman Dock, pier 52. The address is 801 Alaskan Way (near Ivar’s restaurant, another spot you should totally check out). Click here for a complete schedule of arrivals/departures. It takes about 35 minutes one way. Pedestrian and cars are both allowed. The cost is about $8.00 for a roundtrip. Inside the ferry, there is plenty of room if you want to just relax and sit, tables if you need to get work done and there is food and vending machines for a snack along the way. I quite enjoyed it! EVERYONE who visits Seattle should take a ferry ride and this is the perfect combination of seeing the cityscape of Seattle and looking at the Pacific Northwest through a completely different lens.
HOW TO GET AROUND?
Bainbridge is best seen by foot. A short walk from the ferry terminal and you are in the heart of the town. They do have a few Uber drivers, so if you find yourself in a hurry to make a ferry back like we did, there are a few on the island.
WHERE TO EAT?
There are a lot of eateries throughout Bainbridge but a local from Seattle recommended Bruciato, a casual Italian eatery that specializes in Napolitano pizza. It was really delicious. It’s a great place to have a drink, order an appetizer or share a pizza. And, bonus… the esthetic was very Instagram worthy. Check them out here (Instagram handle @pizzeriabruciato). Looking for something in particular? Click here for a listing of their downtown restaurants to try.
THINGS TO DO:
If you don’t have time for a wine tour (which we didn’t), there is great shopping, breathtaking views and a quaint, historic downtown. The island is laid back, so take advantage of the low key, non-agenda atmosphere and take a moment to relax here 🙂 If you are a hiker or biker (which I’m not, LOL), there are plenty of parks and recreational spots to see on the island. If you are on a budget, this is the perfect place to be. There is a lot of sightseeing that is completely free. They have a museum and art shows are in abundance. You can start with checking out their local visitor bureau to see what’s happening, click here.
Known for their fantastic fudge, Bon Bon Confections is a sweet shop on the main drag, Winslow Way (230 Winslow Way E). Click to find out more here.
WHERE TO GRAB A CUP OF COFFEE?
Our last stop was Pegasus Coffee House (located at 131 Parfitt Way S.W.) for our afternoon cup of coffee and this place was charming. Obviously a favorite of the locals, there was plenty of seating, tables and lounging couches to hang out. There were also plenty of outlets to charge all our tech gadgets and relax for a bit before heading back to the ferry.
Our day wrapped up with a quick Uber drive back to the ferry and a peak at the harbor nearby. Our trip to Seattle would not have been complete without this island visit. I can officially cross it off the bucket list but I know I will be back!
Until Next Time!
