There are an endless amount of fun and exciting things to do in Spokane. For those new to the city, you'll find that there are amazing options for shopping, arts and entertainment.
Spokane has some of the best retailers and brands, goods and services available. If you are looking to pamper yourself or a friend at a salon, consider a visit to a downtown day spa. Gifts can also be found throughout the city's numerous art galleries and museums. The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture is an expansive, impressive Smithsonian-affiliated institution and a historic city landmark. You will find it in the historic Browne's Addition area near downtown.
With it's unique stores and retail areas, shopping in Spokane is one of the most fun outings residents and visitors can have. If you're looking for fashions or furniture for your home, be sure to explore the Spokane Falls area. Check some of the areas offerings when in need of kitchenware, dining-room and living-room accents, bathroom furniture, vanities and the like.
Spokane Falls is home to a number of civic attractions such as the Skyride, a gondola that carries people across of the falls above the river gorge. You can also take in a film at the area's five story tall IMAX theater, spend the day at the large amusement park or skating in the winter. In the fall and winter, biking, hiking and skiing are all options at the area's mountains.
Spokane Falls has year round entertainment for the whole family with events such as: Hoopfest, the Bloomsday Post-Race Celebration, Spokane Music Festival, Restaurant Fair, Pig Out in the Park and Pow Wow events. When looking for unique purchases and want to avoid the typical box stores, Spokane Falls can be a good alternative. Radio and television specialty shops for the audiophile, high end electronics and computer stores for the gadget fan, are all also in and around the area.
In addition to the longstanding shops and antique stores, familiarize yourself with the city's open markets, flea markets and second hand shops on the downtown's east end. You will always come home with some amazing find. Take some old trinkets with you that you may be able to sell or exchange at one the cash for scrap gold vendors in the area. Vintage jewelery and accessories are all available in the area alongside second hand clothes, electronics, books and music.
Sports and recreation are a large part of Spokane's reputation for offering an "outdoorsy" lifestyle. The city of Spokane is greatly impacted and supported by the area's all-season climate. From mens hockey camps to girls summer camps, you and your family will have endless options in summers for activities. With it's proximity to numerous rivers and lakes, boating, rafting, fishing and swimming are all available to you.
With 76 lakes, 33 golf courses, 11 wineries, five ski resorts and five national parks nearby, you will never be without numerous fun and exciting ways to spend your day in Spokane.
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