Explore Walla Walla

Located on the grounds of a 19th century military fort, Fort Walla Walla Museum is a true treat for history aficionados. Take a walk through old Walla Walla, starting at the Museum’s iconic stagecoach. Discover stories from the Oregon Trail, see the oldest locomotive to operate in Washington State, or watch a 33-mule team harvest a wheat field.

“Good plays done well” is the mission of The Little Theatre of Walla Walla, and they’ve been doing just that since 1944. This volunteer-driven community theatre showcases four main shows each season and a children’s theatre outreach production in summer.

Experience Walla Walla Valley at its most breathtaking, and take to the skies in an exclusive balloon ride from Seattle Ballooning. Arrangements can be made for both group flights or romantic excursions for two. And as the tallest building in Southeast Washington, we can certainly appreciate taking your vacation to new heights.

You’re already staying amidst historic charm and classic splendor. Why not add some vintage automotive style to the mix? See the rolling hills of Southeast Washington in luxury exotic car from Royal Rides. Bar none the best way to arrive at a local winery with some panache.

Learn about the history of a pivotal event in the American West at The Whitman Mission, a preservation site located on the outskirts of the city. The site includes interpretive trails, a museum, and a memorial. A must-visit for any historian guest.

Washington state may be famous for its apples, but we humbly submit that a few additional crops be recognized.

Few landscapes lend themselves to artistic inspiration like the pastoral beauty of the Washington heartland. The Walla Walla Foundry is an organization dedicated to the preservation of the arts in this magnificent region, offering a venue for sculptors and metallurgists to create pieces that are frequently displayed in local museums.

You won’t have to journey far to experience incredible local cuisine. The Marc Restaurant is a place where passionate chefs showcase the bounty of the richest farmlands and the greatest wheat-producing region in the country, and where “farm-to-table” is so much more than words on a page. Join us for a delicious meal with local, seasonal ingredients, all in a warm, inviting vintage ambiance.

As the home of Whitman College, Walla Walla University, and Walla Walla Community College, our city is one dedicated to learning, and an active mind. And as cornerstones of our community, these institutions frequently offer exciting educational and entertainment opportunities open to the public.

Walla Walla offers a wide range of exciting activities for the whole family. Visit the Walla Walla Children’s Museum, catch a movie at the drive-in, or embark on an outdoor adventure on one of the many nearby parks or hiking trails.