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Where to stay and
what to do in
Spokane

ACCOMMODATIONS
Bed and Breakfast
Campgrounds
Hotels - Downtown
Hotels - North Side
Hotels - West Side
RV Parks

Also see hotel listings:
 Spokane Valley

ACTIVITIES

ATTRACTIONS
Art Galleries
Downtown Spokane
Festivals and Events
Riverfront Park
Performing Arts

FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Coffee and Tea Houses
 - Downtown
 - North Side
 - South Side

Restaurants
 - Downtown
 - North Side
 - South Side

Wine and Wineries

SHOPPING

VISITOR INFORMATION

Spokane is named after the leader of the local Indian tribe, who identified himself to fur trappers as Illim-Spokane, which means "chief of the sun people".

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Spokane, Washington

Spokane, Washington's Ideal Recreation Location

With four distinct seasons, Spokane offers many different opportunities for adventure and recreation. Many visitors and longtime residents of Spokane take advantage of Spokane's nearby mountains that allow for winter sports such as skiing and snowshoeing, as well as, summer biking and hiking. Spokane's ideal location next to many different lakes and rivers allows for visitors to swim, fish, and boat in and around this beautiful city. Even the Spokane River flows directly through downtown Spokane. Spokane also hosts a range of beautiful parks within downtown and inside cozy neighborhoods for relaxing days with the family. Visiting in the fall? Be sure to visit the Finch Arboretum to see all the trees changing color. The Canadian border is little less than a 2 hour drive away, and only 20 minutes from Spokane is the Idaho border.

Spokane draws visitors from across the country and around the world through annual events such as Bloomsday and Hoopfest. Bloomsday, founded by Don Kardong, is Spokane's May 12k run started in 1977. Shutting down the entire downtown, Hoopfest is the world's largest 3 on 3 basketball tournament. Spokane's festivals draw musical artists, food, shopping, interactive entertainment, and unite the community.

Spokane's Indoor Attractions

For visitors and residents looking for a quiet afternoon or evening, Spokane offers Wine tastings, art galleries, preforming arts shows, fine dining, and delicious cafes. Since Spokane is the second largest city in the state, it boasts a wide variety of attractions. Spokane has also hosted the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in 2007 and 2010. Be sure to explore the links below and to the left to see all Spokane has to offer.

Spokane Visitor Information

For those traveling to Spokane, be sure to check out the links at the left to see all Spokane has to offer. Check out the local news sites listed below to see what's happening in the thriving city of Spokane, Washington. Links under community information can guide you to local history, a crash course on what the Spokane community looks like, and what attractions this thriving city has to offer. What makes Spokane worth visiting? Take a look for yourself and you will soon realize it's more than the beautiful mountains, lakes, and rivers surrounding the city. Spokane is a thriving, active community taking advantage of the opportunities presented.

VISITOR INFORMATION

Community Information

Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce. 9507 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Phone: 509-924-4994 or 1-866-475-1436. E-mail

Spokane Public Library. 906 W. Main, Spokane, WA 99201. Phone: 509-444-5300.

Spokane Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau. 801 West Riverside, Suite 301, Spokane, WA 99201. Phone: 509-624-1341.

Greater Spokane Incorporated. 801 W. Riverside, Suite 100, Spokane, WA 99201. Phone: 509-624-1393.

Local Web Guides

Spokane.net
Includes new stories from The Spokesman Review, business, community and government links and listings.

Tincan - Inland Northwest Community Access Network
TINCAN provides education and support for social, economic and community development for the Inland Northwest region through the use of information technology and interactive media.

Media

KHQ-Q6 (NBC)

KREM-TV Online (CBS)

KXLY-TV (ABC)

Transportation

Spokane Traffic Cams
Spokane area traffic cams from the Washington State Department of Transportation.

*Also see neighboring Spokane Valley

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