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How To Spend Your Day in Walla Walla, WashingtonExplore Walla Walla with an itinerary that blends award-winning wineries, farm-fresh dining, scenic farmland, and historic small-town charm. This guide highlights the best tasting rooms, local eats, outdoor experiences, and can’t-miss stops for an unforgettable visit to Washington wine country.AuthorsAFST
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Things To Do

Walawála Plaza
What began as a temporary street closure during the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the corner of First & Main Streets into one of downtown Walla Walla’s most beloved public spaces – Walawála Plaza. Initially known as First Avenue Plaza, the area was closed to vehicles in 2020 to create a safe, outdoor environment where residents and visitors could gather, dine, and connect under public health guidelines. As restrictions eased, the community’s attachment to the space became clear—people didn’t want to lose this new heart of downtown. Recognizing its significance, the City made the plaza permanent and renamed it Walawála Plaza, honoring the region’s Indigenous heritage. “Walawála,” meaning “many small streams” in the Sahaptin language, reflects both the area’s name and its deep cultural roots.
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Walla Walla Balloon Flights
Each May during Mother’s Day Weekend, the skies above Walla Walla hold bright pops of color with hot air balloons, taking part in the annual Walla Walla Balloon Stampede. With a special morning event for kids and an evening “night glow” experience, this is one of the area’s most popular attractions, drawing people from all over the West.
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Kirkman House Museum
Adam West Day is an annual celebration in Walla Walla, Washington, honoring hometown hero Adam West, star of the 1960s Batman series. First held in 2017, just months after his passing, the event takes place around his birthday (Sept. 19). Festivities include appearances by the Batmobile and Batcopter, screening of Batman episodes, panels, and family-friendly activities. The Kirkman House Museum also maintains a permanent Adam West exhibit – complete with a secret button leading to the Batcave.
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35th+Butter
All along Main Street, long-standing local shops set the tone for Walla Walla’s warm and welcoming retail scene. 35th + Butter features a stylish mix of home décor, clothing, jewelry, and accessories.
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Bright's Candies
Bright’s Candies, named the Best Candy Store in USA Today’s 10Best in 2023, has been a beloved family tradition since 1934. Their old-fashioned confections are still made using copper kettles, metal molds, and an antique popcorn popper, preserving generations of candy-making right in the heart of downtown.
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Marguerite Walla Walla
Other highlights include Marguerite, the thoughtfully curated boutique by resident Peggy Frasse, which offers “provisions and creations for an inspired home and table,” including local rosé, high-quality pasta, striking glassware, and more.
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McGovern / Parsons Herb Co
At McGovern / Parsons Herb Co, a modern-day apothecary meets old-world charm with an eclectic selection of bulk herbs, handmade candles, incense, and artisanal home goods.
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Combine Art Collective
The Combine Art Collective showcases paintings, sculptures, and other visual arts from local artists.
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Eats

Walla Walla Roastery
Walla Walla Roastery is where you go when you want coffee without the pretense—just solid, dialed-in roasts and a calm space away from the tasting-room shuffle. Order the single-origin pour-over; it’s where you taste what they actually care about.
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Sweet Basil Pizzeria
A reliable downtown slice shop turning out pies with a little chew and plenty of flavor—no gimmicks, no overthinking. It’s the spot you hit between tastings when you need real food fast. Order the pesto chicken slice for the win.
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Passatempo Taverna
Passatempo nails modern Italian without losing the soul—fresh pasta, thoughtful ingredients, and a bar that treats cocktails like part of the meal. The vibe is lively but never chaotic. Order the cacio e pepe, simple and perfect when the kitchen’s on its game.
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Outdoors

Pioneer Park
Pioneer Park, Walla Walla’s oldest park, features playgrounds, soccer and softball fields, pickleball courts, walking paths, a free outdoor aviary, and a beautifully maintained rose garden.
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Rooks Park (WA) Bennington Lake
Just minutes from downtown, the Bennington Lake Recreation Area is a local favorite, known for its stunning views, birdwatching, hiking, fishing, and paddling opportunities.
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Jasper Mountain Reserve
Outside of town sits Jasper Mountain Reserve, a private wildlife sanctuary in the Washington Blue Mountains spanning 330 acres featuring miles of serene trails perfect for wildlife spotting, photography, hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
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Bluewood
Just past Jasper is Bluewood Ski Area, which boasts the second-highest base elevation in Washington. It offers incredible tree skiing, off-piste cat-accessible terrain, and famously dry, powdery snow. A new high-speed chair is set to open in the next couple of years, allowing guests to fit even more runs into their visit.
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Drinks

Caprio Cellars
Caprio Cellars pairs polished wines with hospitality that feels personal, not scripted. The tasting comes with curated bites that actually complement the pours instead of distracting from them. Try the Eleanor Red Blend—it’s balanced, elegant, and the bottle people end up taking home.
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Burwood Brewing
A relaxed taproom with a backyard feel, Burwood Brewing is where you settle in for a flight and end up staying for a pint—or two. Food trucks rotate, but the beer’s the main draw. Order the Hefeweizen, their quiet standout.
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Quirk Brewing
Quirk Brewing feels like the kind of place where the beer is great because no one’s trying too hard to impress you: straightforward taps, easy conversation, and a chill patio. Order the West Coast IPA—clean, crisp, and the one regulars quietly stick with.
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