Bainbridge Island is filled with thousands of acres of parks and gardens, including the picturesque Bloedel Reserve. Wander the waterfront or the adorable downtown village of Winslow where you’ll find local shops and dining options. Bainbridge Island is also home to several wineries, a brewery, and a distillery so you can create your own tasting tour.
This is a great day trip, but if you stay a night or two, look to the island’s cottages, inns, and vacation rental options rather than expecting larger chain hotels.
Getting There: Bainbridge Island is located across the Puget Sound just off the main Kitsap Peninsula. From the Seattle side, catch the Bainbridge Island Ferry to get there, which takes 35 minutes. To drive around Puget Sound by car would take about one hour and 45 minutes.
Travel Tip: The town where the ferry drops off passengers is easy to explore on foot, so you don’t need to worry about a car. If you want to visit farther parts of the island, bicycles are available to rent.
