The Inland Northwest : Spokane
The Inland Northwest : Spokane
Emily Crum
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Visiting Spokane?
This city has more to offer than one may think, as the second largest city in Washington. It’s location in the Inland Northwest is filled with lakes, forests and mountains that makes this the perfect adventure town!
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Spokane. My hometown. It has everything you want in a mid size city like great restaurants, outdoor activities and a charming downtown. This guide will provide you with a memorable time in Spokane.
Transportation
Downtown is very walkable. You will only need a car if venturing outside of downtown. Uber is also available.
Where to Stay
Hotel Indigo Spokane Downtown
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Where to Eat & Drink
Coffee + Breakfast
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First Avenue Coffee
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First Avenue Coffee stands out as one of the largest coffee houses in the U.S., boasting a 40-foot-long coffee bar with 10 different organic coffees, from Africa to South America, all sourced and roasted by Roast House Coffee
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Restaurants
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baba Spokane
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Delcious Mediterranean inspired food! The baklava is very good. They also do brunch!
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Aloha Island Grill
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Amazing Hawaiian style food. My go to order is the garlic chicken with Mac salad
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Vieux Carre NOLA Kitchen
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A homey New Orleans restaurant- order the cornbread & bacon wrapped shrimp and grits
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Inland Pacific Kitchen
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Upmarket bar & restaurant offering inventive small plates, craft cocktails & tasting menus.
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Bars / Where to drink
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Dry Fly Distilling Bar, Restaurant, & Gift Shop
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A farm to spirit distillery with a tasting menu
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Durkin's Liquor Bar
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A refined menu with a downstairs speakeasy. The food here is very good too!
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Brick West Brewing
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A huge brewery in downtown with a patio. Perfect to hangout during the summer
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Local Shops
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Fern Plant Shop
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Fern is a boutique plant shop featuring:· High-quality indoor houseplants· Modern pots· Unique plant terrariums & fun gifts
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Atticus Coffee & Gifts
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Cozy, brick-walled coffee & gift shop with cafe fare, local roasts & loose teas sold in bulk
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Lucky Vintage and Pretty Things
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Charming boutique that specializes in a unique blend of home decor and antiques
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What to see & do
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Sanctuary
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Take a moment for some self care at this spa that offers sauna, cold plunge, herbal steam room & hot therapeutic soak tub
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Wildland Cooperative
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A cute stop on Greenbluff. They are serving beer, wine, and locally made gifts. Be sure to explore the rest of what Greenbluff has to offer!
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Riverside State Park - Bowl and Pitcher Area
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Enjoy a day outdoors at Riverside State Park with its numerous trails and scenic overlooks.
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Numerica SkyRide at Riverfront Spokane
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A cool way to see Spokane Falls and to explore Riverfront Park
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Arbor Crest Wine Cellars
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Come here for wine tastings and live music in beautiful kept grounds
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Bing Crosby Theater
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See a show at this historic theater which hosts a variety of performances
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Day Trips
Spokane is close to some really great small towns in North Idaho to explore.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Emily Crum
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Hi! I’m Emily & I am a certified travel adviser based in the Pacific Northwest!
My sister (my traveling buddy) and I love to travel to destinations that have an amazing local food scene, proximity to the outdoors and have a strong sense of culture & design. We like to travel with a balance between luxury & budget! We have been traveling together for six years and I spend hours researching our destinations to find unique places & things to do but also keeping in the classics.
Here on Thatch, I create super detailed guides and itineraries to destinations that we have personally visited or plan on visiting. These destinations have everything we love about travel! Among tips and tricks for each destination I also always include the best spots for coffee, local shopping & the best boutique hotels to stay!
If you are interested in having me book your travel as your travel adviser with potential upgrades and perks email me at emily.crum@fora.travel
My personal upcoming travel includes Vancouver, BC Canada & Costa Rica!
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