What to do and see in Leavenworth, Washington (WA): The Best Free Things to do

June 4, 2021 Augustus Redeker

Boasting Tudor revival architecture, a Bavarian Village style shopping area, an annual Bavarian Christmas celebration and one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations outside of Munich, Leavenworth offers up a little slice of Germany in the center of its spectacular Pacific Northwest landscape. The town boasts many tours, wine tasting rooms and even a museum of nutcrackers from the ancient to the quirky. Nearby Alpine Lakes Wilderness offers adventures in biking, hiking, skiing and more.
Restaurants in Leavenworth

1. Stemilt Creek Winery Tasting Room

617 Front St, Leavenworth, WA 98826-1363 +1 509-888-5357 http://www.stemiltcreekwinery.com
Excellent
84%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 19 reviews

Stemilt Creek Winery Tasting Room

2. The Oil & Vinegar Cellar

633 Front St Ste F, Leavenworth, WA 98826-1346 +1 509-470-7684 [email protected] http://www.oilandvinegarcellar.com
Excellent
85%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 41 reviews

The Oil & Vinegar Cellar

Reviewed By sshep58464 - Bagram, Afghanistan

What a delight this shop is, we all loved it an bought several oils, vinegars, and salts. They have such a great selection and the flavors are amazing. You can sample everything they have which is both a good and bad thing because you will love it and you will end up buying so much more than you plan but it is so worth it. They also have samples of mixes that they create using their oils, vinegar, and salts that if you like them they list exactly what they used to create the flavors which you can then buy and create yourself as well. Truly, one of our favorite shops that we visited. Who knew, we thought it would be the wine tasting and buying that we would do the most of and to our delight it was the oil and vinegar shop that won our hearts. Definitely will stop there again any time we are in the area. We were there on a family trip and even my young grandson enjoyed the sampling at this place. I would say though that this is more of an adult activity in my opinion however, my grandson really enjoyed it but then we only had the one young one with 3 adults. We all had a great time though I wouldn't necessarily say this is an activity if you have a lot of young children with you.

3. Kris Kringl - Where It's Christmas All Year Long!

907 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA 98826 +1 509-548-6867 [email protected] http://kriskringl.com/
Excellent
81%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 134 reviews

Kris Kringl - Where It's Christmas All Year Long!

Reviewed By Rehsinup19 - Kent, United States

This store has a nice selection of Christmas decorations and ornaments and also Halloween decorations. This was fun to visit.

4. Icicle Ridge Trail

Icicle Rd, Leavenworth, WA
Excellent
77%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Icicle Ridge Trail

Reviewed By aradvany - Bellingham, United States

We were there on April 7th we got lucky and had a sunny day. This trail seems to open up early, virtually all the snow had melted. Water was flowing and the view at the top was spectacular. The climb itself is scenic, wide open, lots of switchbacks not a whole lot in the way of forest cover. The view from the top is spectacular. My only gripe would be road noise could not be escaped. I can't imagine how hot this trail must get in the summer.

5. Waterfront Park

500 9th St, Leavenworth, WA 98826 http://cityofleavenworth.com/city-government/parks/waterfront-park
Excellent
59%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 561 reviews

Waterfront Park

This pretty park, full of walking paths and viewing areas, is just a short walk away from downtown Leavenworth.

Reviewed By jcakrj - Spanaway, United States

Nice walk by the river, easy for kids. Has a play ground for younger kids. Nice place to cool down or just get away from crowds. Early mornings are best.

6. Front Street Park

Leavenworth, WA http://www.leavenworth.org/experience/parks
Excellent
63%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 381 reviews

Front Street Park

This urban park hosts lots of outdoor activities year round.

Reviewed By jstally - Kennewick, United States

perfect sledding hills for the kids right downtown and in the evenings it’s all lit up with Christmas lights! also the gazebo has heaters in it to warm up when the family gets cold

7. The Cheesemongers Shop

819 Front St, Leavenworth, WA 98826-1377 +1 877-888-7389 http://www.cheesemongersshop.com/
Excellent
77%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 167 reviews

The Cheesemongers Shop

Reviewed By Sarah_SQ6334SQ - Port Orchard, United States

Everything we tried was yummy: a creamy garlic gouda, caramelized onion cheese, flagsheep, sheep's milk cheese from France, goat's milk cheese from Humboldt County . . . but the cheese they're known for is the applewood smoked cheddar. The best! They sell more than cheese: pretzel mix, jarred treats, etc. They are more than happy to let you sample any cheese.

8. Die Musik Box

933 Front St Ste B, Leavenworth, WA 98826-1477 +1 800-288-5883 http://www.musicboxshop.com
Excellent
71%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Die Musik Box

9. WooHoo Winery

725 Front St, Leavenworth, WA 98826-1348 +1 509-881-5022 [email protected] http://www.woohoowinery.com/
Excellent
56%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

WooHoo Winery

We are a boutique family winery handcrafting wines from both Washington grapes. From a bold Washington Syrah to sweeter style wines like our Berry Sangria and Warm Spiced Red Wine (German Gluhwien). We invite you to stop by our tasting room in Leavenworth and sample a taste of WooHoo

Reviewed By SusanH4001

My friend and I went to Woo Hoo Winery because we loved the name. We found a great server there, good conversation and FANTASTIC wine cups by Heifermade by Delania. I wish I had bought more for the girls in my family, because I couldn't find them online. The hot mulled wine was delicious and all the other selections were great as well. The tasting fee is waived when you buy wine, so a great deal.

10. Icicle Brewing Company

935 Front St, Leavenworth, WA 98826-1427 +1 509-548-2739 [email protected] http://www.iciclebrewing.com
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 274 reviews

Icicle Brewing Company

While experiencing downtown Leavenworth, Washington and the outdoor playground of our beautiful mountain valley, visit our tasting room to enjoy Icicle Brewing Company's refreshing brews. Our tasting room overlooks our craft brewery where our Head Brewer, Dean Priebe has masterfully combined the pristine waters of the Icicle River with only the freshest ingredients to craft fresh and flavorful ales and lagers for your enjoyment. Cheers! All ages welcome until 10pm!

Reviewed By josephw300 - Carrolltown, United States

We stopped at the Icicle Brewing Company which walking around Leavenworth. The brewery is nice and open to the outside and is perfect for the adults to grab a quick drink and get a quick snack-appetizer for everyone (5 kids in tow). Very helpful staff and very open brewing area as well (able to view into the brewing area from the steps leading to the bathrooms and upstairs). I tried 4 - 4oz samples and they were all great (Pilsner to IPA). I definitely recommend a stop into Icicle brewing (named after the creek that runs through town).

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