Visitors to San Juan Island will be charmed by the eclectic offerings of this island getaway, from first class restaurants to museums, gardens, art galleries, and of course, whale watching! While Friday Harbor is a bustling harbor town in the summer, consider a winter trip to enjoy its charms in the quiet season.
Sightseeing is unparalleled on San Juan Island! The magnificent Orca whales are in residence from March through November and can be easily seen from the shores of Lime Kiln State park on the island’s west side. Visit the national parks of English and American Camps and learn the tale of the infamous Pig War of 1859. Roche Harbor sits at the north end of the island and is an historical lime production landmark and marina. San Juan Island is also home to a lavender farm, alpaca farm and weekly Farmer’s Market – we’ll keep you busy year-round!
Start your San Juan Island adventure here!
Bicycling
Bicycle Adventures: San Juan Islands Tours
1(800) 443-6060 or (360) 786-0989
Offers bicycling, hiking, and multisport vacations throughout the San Juan Islands | Island Bicycles
380 Argyle Ave., 3 blocks from Ferry
(360) 378-4941
Rent a bike from Paul during your visit! They also offer repairs, and sales. |
Susie’s Mopeds
125 Nichols, Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor (located at the resort entrance)
(360) 378-5244
sjmopeds@rockisland.com
Moped, Car, and ScootCar Rentals | TerraTrek Premier Bicycle and Multi-Sport Vacation
1(888) 441-2433 or 360-378-4223
Enjoy bicycling, hiking, sea kayaking, and whale watching. |
Backroads
(800) 462-2848
Offers bicycling, hiking, and multisport vacations throughout the San Juan Islands. |
Boating and Kayaking
San Juan Safaris
1(800) 450-6858 or (360) 378-1323
Whale watching, sea kayaking, and kayak rentals. Departing from Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor. Five-hour Orca search by kayak. | Crystal Seas Kayaking
1(877) SEAS-877 or 360-378-4223
Offers 3 hour, day, and multiple day tours in the San Juan Islands with naturalist guides. See whales, eagles, seals and more. No experience required. |
San Juan Outfitters
1(866) 810-1483 or 360-378-1962
Family friendly Whale Watching, Sea Kayaking & Adventure Tours departing from Roche Harbor & Friday Harbor. Multi-day Kayak Adventures, Private Tours & Lessons. | San Juan Excursions
1(800) 80-WHALE
Orca Whale Watching, Sea Kayaking & Birding-Friday Harbor & Roche Harbor, San Juan Island, WA. Kayak Tours: 3 hour Wildlife. |
San Juan Classic Day Sailing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-6700
inforsjcds@gmail.com
Offers 3 hour, 1/2 day and full day sailing charters, sailing to and from many of the islands that make up the San Juan Archipelago while providing knowledge of local wildlife, weather phenomenons, and historical island lore along the way. | Victoria Clipper
800-888-2535
Passenger-only ferry service with seasonal daily departures to the San Juan Islands |
Sea Quest Kayak Tours & Whale Watching Trips
360-378-5767 or 866-589-4253
Join a kayak quest for whales with biologist guides. Sea kayaking in the premiere orca whale watching waters off the west side of San Juan Island on day tours or 2-5 day camping trips to remote islands. No experience necessary. Families welcome. Over 20+ seasons! |
Golf
San Juan Island Golf Club
(360) 378-2254
A 9 hole golf-course with a restaurant, banquet facilities, and pro-shop. |
Museums
San Juan Islands Museum of Art
540 Spring Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 370-5050
Opened in 2015, in a modern glass and steel building, the IMA positions the San Juan Islands as a new art destination for art lovers around the world. | The San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
9083 Roche Harbor Road, Friday Harbor, WA
(360) 370-0035 ext. 30
The largest sculpture park in the Pacific Northwest, on 20 acres with well-known artists and wandering nature trails. |
The Whale Museum
(360) 378-4710
Located in the heart of Friday Harbor, the Museum is popular destination for visitors and researchers. | The Whale Museum Store
(360) 378-4710 ext. 30
Drop by this friendly store to check out gifts, books, clothes, educational toys, and all things whale-related. Proceeds directly benefit whale education & research. |
Outdoor Adventure
Zip San Juan
360.378.5947
info@zipsanjuan.com
Enjoy a fun filled experience zipping across 8 cables of various heights and lengths that take you soaring through forests, across a wildlife inhabited lake, and over a natural wetlands area. |
Parks and Recreation
Hiking Trails on the Island
Cannery Landing
Front Street, Friday Harbor
(800) 887-8387 or (360) 378-8887
A beginner's guide to the easy-to-find and easy-to-enjoy hikes on the island. (Presented by San Juan Transit). | Pelindaba Lavender Farm
(360) 378-4248 or (866) 819-1911
Stroll through the 25,000 organic lavender plants, browse the lavender products handcrafted on the farm and harvest your own lavender bouquets. |
San Juan Island National Historical Park
(360) 378-2902 or (360) 378-2240
Two national parks on San Juan Island including English Camp and American Camp. This site explains how war in 1859 between the US and Britain was avoided. | Krystal Acres Alpaca Farm
3501 West Valley Rd., Friday Harbor, WA
(360) 378-6125
The entire family will enjoy seeing the largest herd of alpacas in the San Juans on this 70-acre working farm, and being able to purchase fine alpaca clothing and gifts. |
Transportation
San Juan Transit
Cannery Landing
Front Street, Friday Harbor
(800) 887-8387 or (360) 378-8887
Transit Service, Tours, Charters and Other | Susie’s Mopeds
125 Nichols,
Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor
(located at the resort entrance)
(360) 378-5244
sjmopeds@rockisland.com
Moped, Car, and ScootCar Rentals |
Classic Cab
(360) 378-7519
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Whale Watching
San Juan Safaris
(800) 450-6858 or (360) 378-1323
Whale watching, sea kayaking, and kayak rentals. Departing from Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor. Five-hour Orca search by kayak. | Maya's Whale Watch Charters
(360) 378-7996
An intimate Orca whale watching tour in the pristine, wildlife rich waters of the San Juan Islands with naturalist and retired school teacher, Captain Jim. |
Western Prince Cruises
(800) 757-6722 or (360) 378-5315
The first company in the islands to specialize in Whale and Wildlife Cruises. Narrated by a full-time naturalist. | San Juan Outfitters
(866) 810-1483 or 360-378-1962
Family friendly Whale Watching, Sea Kayaking & Adventure Tours departing from Roche Harbor & Friday Harbor. Multi-day Kayak Adventures, Private Tours & Lessons. |
Wine and Art
Roche Harbor Village
Visit an 18-acre sculpture garden of original works, artist booths, walk the docks and see 100's of boats, eat breakfast, lunch or dinner at the restaurants, grab a latte or ice cream cone, shop in one of the three boutiques and more. | San Juan Vineyards
3136 Roche Harbor Road
(360) 378-WINE (9463)
San Juan Island's only commercial winery and vineyard features many award-winning wines and offers free tastings. A gift shop is located in the tasting room and offers a nice selection of wine-related items. |
San Juan Distillery
12 Anderson Lane
(360) 378-2606
| Waterworks Gallery
315 Argyle Ave
(360) 378-3060
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Island Studios
270 Spring Street
(360) 378-6550
| Gallery 9
60 First St N
(360) 378-9193
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Arctic Raven
130 First Street S
(360) 378-3433
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