Port Townsend Marine Science Center Tours

Photo by Erin Frank
Photo by Erin Frank
The whole family will have fun learning about nature at Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Find out facts about local flora and fauna and ways you can help care for the environment.

You'll find this place to learn about the environment in Port Townsend. Once you've seen everything you can at Port Townsend Marine Science Center, pay a visit to nearby Fort Worden State Park, Fort Ebey State Park, and Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve.

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Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

4 out of 5
Downtown Tacoma
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$419
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Jan 28 - Feb 1
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Dallas (DFW) to Seattle (SEA)
17.2/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were very friendly, polite, and helpful. Parking was easy and we were happy to have an EV charging station (and lots to choose from). The room was clean and spacious and the bed was very comfortable. We also ordered room service late one evening and the food was excellent and arrived hot and fresh. We will definitely stay here again next time we find ourselves in the area.

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

The Burke House Collection by Stay Rested

The Burke House Collection by Stay Rested

2 out of 5
Wallingford
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Feb 1 - Feb 4
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Burbank (BUR) to Seattle (SEA)
18.8/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
We had an excellent stay. Very nice and quaint house. Nice and personable owners too!

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Sea-Tac Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Sea-Tac Airport

3 out of 5
Price was $679, price is now $449 per person
$449
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Dec 30 - Jan 6
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Burbank (BUR) to Seattle (SEA)
15.2/10 Exceptional! (1,439 reviews)
Great staff, good room? Free breakfast was very solid.

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Popular places to visit

Quiet spot for sunset reflections

Fort Worden State Park

4.5/5(132 reviews)

You can take time to visit Fort Worden State Park during your travels to Port Townsend. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Fort Worden State Park
Nice old lighthouse in Fort Worden State Park. At the end of a long rock & sand beach. The park also has big open areas, some camping & a number of small local museums.

Point Wilson Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Port Townsend with a visit to Point Wilson Lighthouse. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Point Wilson Lighthouse
An inveterate fantasm purportedly haunts this house, or at least one of its windows. When viewed just right from about one spot on the entire planet, the first dark window you see to the right of the central structure appears to reveal a woman sitting in her chair. To the more jaded eye, it would seem that a large flaw in the ancient glass happens to line up very nicely with a large, stuffed chair directly behind the window. No matter. People come from miles around to scare the bejeezus out of themselves by lining up precisely where the apparition can see them and shrieking in delight. However, few of them will actually stay at the "boutique hotel" contained within. Which is probably why the owner is looking to sell it. If you like company, but are not overly fond of money, you might drop by and make him an offer.

Ann Starrett Mansion

You can find out about the history of Port Townsend with a visit to Ann Starrett Mansion. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Ann Starrett Mansion
Again, this is is really called the Jefferson Museum of Art and History, but, to-may-to, to-mah-to, take your pick. A nice turn-of-the-century brick building with some art deco flourishes which add a certain playfulness to the design.

Jefferson County Historical Society

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Jefferson County Historical Society during your trip to Port Townsend. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Jefferson County Historical Society
The Rose Theater is still a functioning theater in Port Townsend.

Rose Theatre

4.5/5(14 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Rose Theatre during your trip to Port Townsend. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Rose Theatre

Centrum

4/5(58 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Centrum during your trip to Port Townsend. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Centrum

Best Lodging Options Near Port Townsend Marine Science Center

Tides Inn & Suites

Tides Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1807 Water St Port Townsend WA
Tides Inn & Suites
Palace Hotel Port Townsend

Palace Hotel Port Townsend

2.5 out of 5
1004 Water St Port Townsend WA
Palace Hotel Port Townsend
Water Front Inn

Water Front Inn

2 out of 5
2333 Washington Street Port Townsend WA
Water Front Inn
Manresa Castle

Manresa Castle

3.5 out of 5
651 Cleveland St. Port Townsend WA
Manresa Castle
Harborside Inn

Harborside Inn

2.5 out of 5
330 Benedict Street Port Townsend WA
Harborside Inn
Port Townsend Inn

Port Townsend Inn

2 out of 5
2020 WASHINGTON STREET Port Townsend WA
Port Townsend Inn
The Adams Pragge House

The Adams Pragge House

4 out of 5
1028 Tyler St Port Townsend WA
The Adams Pragge House
Starrett House

Starrett House

2 out of 5
744 Clay St, Port Townsend, WA
Starrett House
The Bishop Hotel

The Bishop Hotel

3 out of 5
714 Washington St Port Townsend WA
The Bishop Hotel
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