Spokane, Washington City Guide
For over 20 years, Pamela Lanier's Spokane, Washington Travel Guide has been your connection to Spokane's tourism community with invaluable details on local attractions, restaurants, shopping, museums, history, outdoor recreation and more.
Districts to Visit
 Spokane is divided into distinct districts, all of which are entertaining and offer their own brand of pleasure for the traveler. Try the Garland District for beautiful, historic brick buildings filled with art galleries, coffee shops and delicious bakeries. Stop for an ice cream at the giant milk bottle before heading for a show at the old art deco movie theatre. A whole day could be spent at Browne's Addition, which is another historically significant district filled with notable, majestic homes on tree lined streets (many of the Spokane bed and breakfasts rival these well-known homes). Famous local cafes line the streets, eating a favorite pastime at these gourmet establishments. The highlight of this district is the Mac (Northwest Museum of Art and Culture), a regional yet world renowned local museum. Inside the Mac, five underground galleries and a wealth of prestigious artifacts will keep you busy all day if you desire. The world's largest collection of Plateau Indian artifacts are kept here, making the Mac a culturally significant museum. Or, if you feel like leaving the bustling city for awhile, head south to the South Perry District, where you can experience a wealth of nature and sophisticated horticultural exhibits. Grab a snack from the natural food store housed in a windmill or hang out for awhile in a converted gas station that now rocks out with local musicians. The most celebrated district in Spokane is the Davenport District, which is anchored by The Davenport Hotel, an architectural wonder and the heart of the Spokane art scene. Here you'll find art galleries, venues for live music and theatre, or just an interesting and enjoyable walk. |
