Favorite Holiday small cities by the sea

One of my favorite "cities by the sea" is a wonderful small quaint town in Kitsap county Washington.  Poulsbo is a lovely city to shop, eat and be attending events from Thanksgiving to after Christmas.  I will always cherish the days spent enjoying all there is to see in " Poulsbo" the little festive and very special city.

Cities by the sea for the Holidays.

There are so many great places to stay over the holidays in our local "Cities by the sea". Wonderful full service resorts and bed and breakfasts all have their own special charm. Be sure to check out all of our lovely winter scenery and hospitality...

Nature and Fall colors at the seaside cities....

Some of the most brilliant colors in nature are found in cities close to the sea....enjoy the bounty of this beauty....

My top 5 seaside cities in Washington state....

I have five of my favorite Seaside Cities.....1.  :Poulsbo, Washington.  2.  Edmonds, Wa. 3. Gig Harbor, Wa. 4.Belfair, Wa.  5. Mukilteo, Wa.   Enjoy these top 5 favs.... great cities by the sea...

Edmonds, Washington....photo

Edmonds, Washington , a lovely, quaint city  by Puget Sound ....with a view of the Olympic Mountains..photo: edmondstourgroup.com

Olympia, Washington in Thurston County....photo

A great day in Olynpia, Washington....city by the sea....State Capitol of Washington state... photo: www.capellahealth.com

Allyn Washington, Mason County Washington, photo...

Another city by the sea...Allyn, Washington in Mason County, a park on puget sound in Allyn. One of the most desirable small cities in Washington. Great place to spend the day...photo: gonorthwest.com

Belfair Washington, State Park, photo

Beautiful Belfair State Park , on the shores of Hood Canal in Mason County Washington, day use and overnight also....a great place to get away to...photo: parks.gov

Mukilteo, Washington from the sky....photo...

        Mukilteo, Washington.....Snohomish county.....lovely.  

North Seattle looking back towards downtown....Seattle, Washington photo....

 North Seattle looking back towards downtown and puget sound....splendid!  photo: www.trulia.com

Jarrells Cove, Harstine Island, Washington State, photo

Jarrells Cove and marina a great place to stop and have a picnic...and enjoy the view. On Harstine Island in Mason County.... photo: sheltonvilleproperties.com

Point Roberts, Washington....photo,,,, Whatcom county.

A great marina and resort.... in Whatcom county, Washington... good weather and good fun....photo: marinas.com

Edmonds Washington, seaside cities......photo.

Lovely  Edmonds, Washington.....this is a thought provoking state on the seashore....Edmonds has quaint shops, restaurants and fabulous sunsets year round.....a must see on a visit here...photo: www.activerain.com

Sequim, Washington....Dungeness Beaches...photo

Beautiful sunny Sequim Washington, pristine beaches, blue sky and fabulous scenery... photo: www.city-data.com

Harstine Island Bridge, Mason County Washington State. photo.

                     Harstine Island Bridge, Mason County in Washington State.....great suburban area of homes and small business....nice place to live.....

Makah Marina in Neah Bay Washington....photo

              Makah Marina and village in Neah Bay Washington....on the edge of the state bordering the Pacific ocean. In Clallam county...photo by:  marinas.com

Port Hadlock Washington, seaside city by the sea.....

Port Hadlock Washington, great marina and good weather....the best...photo: gonorthwest.com

Tahuya Washington on lovely Hood Canal...photo

Tahuya Washington on Lovely Hood Canal....on a summer day...blue sky and water....photo: marinas.com

Dosewallips State Park, Washington State, photo

Great state park for all to enjoy...rare and natural nature...pristine.... photo: visitusa.com

Port Ludlow, Washington in Jefferson County....photo

Port Ludlow, Washington.....in Jefferson County....great harbor and marina...photo:  marinas.com

Clallam Bay Washington.....photo

Slip Point at Clallam Bay Washington.....a beautiful spot in our nature....photo: clallambay.net

Lakebay, Washington, photo....magnificent sunset over the sea...

                         Lakebay Washington......fabulous sunset...photo: tripadvisor.com

Pleasant Harbor Marina in Brinnon, Washington, photo

Brinnon Washington is home to a wonderful saltwater marina...located in Mason County Washington... Pleasant Harbor marina and surrounding area are packed with rare natural beauty..Stunning!   photo:  marinas.com

West Seattle, Alki Point, Washington, photo...

Alki Point and beach in West Seattle Washington is a scenic wonderland....blue water and blue sky.... photo: www.johnlscott.com

John Wayne Marina in Sequim, Washington...photo

A very unique boating marina is located in Sequim, Washington. John Wayne Marina offers it all for the boating enthusiast.  A wonderful destination location any time of the year.... photo: www.marinas.com

Birch Bay, Washington... Whatcom, County....photo

The bay with a view of the mountain..... Birch Bay , Washington has some of the best views in Whatcom County,  A true scenic wonderland....photo: www.city-data.com

Greenbank Farm, Greenbank Washington...photo

This is a true scenic showplace...home to shopping and all things crafted at the Greenbank Farm...It is a picturesque medium old fashioned farm... complete with a traditional red barn...very unique destination. Photo from: www.greenbankfarm.biz      A good visit...or maybe a wedding...

The Boardwalk Shops in Ocean Shores, Washington state, photo

A new area of Ocean Shores, Washington...The Boardwalk features many new shops with several more to be built in the future...A wonderful place to take a stroll while visiting this quaint little City by the Sea...photo: www.oceanshoresinfo.com

City of Friday Harbor, San Juan county, Washington state...photo

This is one of the best Cities by the Sea....Friday Harbor located in the San Juan Islands of Washington state...stunning scenic beauty....a must see destination...photo:  fridayharbornow.com

Westport, Washington, another city by the sea...photo

Westport, Washington in Grays Harbor county.... a great place to spend the day or a week...enjoy the fun...photo:  www.worldsbestbeachtown.com

Tacoma, Washington, Pierce County....photo

A medium size city in Pierce County called Tacoma.... It is the county seat...good restaurants, industry and lots of good shopping... Good museums:  Chihuly Glass and Washington State History...also the University of Washington branch campus...Something for all... photo: Forbes.com

Union, Washington, The Great Bend area, photo

Union Washington has all the classic Northwest charm and beauty of any resort community in the world...One of my favorites....spend a day or few...a truly relaxing experience!  Located in The Great Bend area of Hood Canal...photo:nwtripfinder.com

Everett, Washington, photo

Lovely Everett, Washington from the crystal blue waters of Puget Sound....shops, restaurants, good schools and communities.... nice place to visit.... photo: panoromio.com

Shelton, Washington....photo

      Shelton, Washington....on the border of Puget Sound...  a small logging  community full of wonderful people...living the good life in southern puget sound... photo: johnlscott.com

Port Angeles, Washington, photo

    Port Angeles, Washington  in the Pacific Northwest. Charming, good food, good shopping etc.  Great city to spend the day....ferry to Victoria also....photo: city-data.com

Anacortes, Washington...photo

    Anacortes Washington,   the harbor....photo: zillow.com     ..............Lovely..................

LaConner, Washington, photo

                 La Conner, Washington, quaint shops and restaurants...Lovely,  photo: nwboat.com

Moclips, Washington....photo

 The beauty of the Beaches in Moclips, Washington.......photo:  tripadvisor.com..............

Des Moines, Washington...evening photo

          Des Moines, Washington....city by the sea...photo: city-data.com..............................

Kingston, Washington...photo

Kingston, Washington...another lovely " city by the sea"  the state ferry runs from here to Edmonds...a great ride for a saturday..so scenic.... photo: www.city-data.com

Seabeck, Washington...photo

Ah, this lovely, quaint small city on the sea is one of my favorites... you look across the stunning blue salt water sea to the fabulous and majestic Olympic mountains....so special.....

Boy and his Dog , Bronze statue , photo from Langley, Washington

Langley, Washington on lovely Whidbey Island.... This is a bronze statue in downtown...looking towards Puget Sound and the mainland. My favorite statue in my " cities by the sea" series...

Seaside Living....

Living by the Sea has always been my special dream.... seeing the waves lapping on the beach in the morning, a cool and refreshing walk along the shore, watching the sea birds flying in the wind. And finally watching the sun set over the blue water...can't get much better than that....oh, the seaside life!

Belfair, Washington.... photo of the Northshore...

Belfair, Washington is small, lovely and ever so quaint....it is so beautiful here! Mainly homes, a few shops and  places to eat...simply charming!  Pack a picnic and getaway from it all......

Steilacoom, Washington photo

Steilacoom Washington, scenic beauty abounds....fab sunsets and good times....... photo: coastalliving.com

Belfair Washington, city by the sea, Hood Canal....photo

Another city by the sea....small town America at its best....charm and country living... photo: visitkitsap.com

Mukilteo Washington, ferry and lighthouse photo...

Mukilteo Washington, lighthouse and ferry ....park is a major part of this great City by the sea....

Langley Washington, photo

This is a great destination small town...so charming.....one of my special favorite "Cities by the Sea"   photo: Coastalliving.com

Lopez Island , Washington, photo, in the San Juan Islands...

Lopez Island Washington....one of the most pristine islands in the Pacific Northwest...... north state.

Gig Harbor, Washington....photo

This is a favorite for events in summer...a large art festival, parades, shopping and more....close to everything and all major cities. It truly is a rare find in Washington state....simple and  peaceful! photo : Joseph Becker @ www.seldomseenphoto.com   please check out all of the lovely photos on this site or more information.

Poulsbo Washington, Kitsap county.....photo

A lovely photo of Poulsbo Washington ....this is a small city with much to do...from shopping, events at the waterfront park, great places to eat..quality of a small town.  A summer destination for all.

Coupeville Washington on Whidbey Island....city by the see photo...

Ah, Coupeville Washington...such a wonderful place to live or visit any day  of the week....so much history and a very small town atmosphere...shops and restaurants abound....a step into the past. Many memories to be made here.

The Seattle Waterfront Park....city by the sea....photo

The Seattle Waterfront Park.....in the evening...a great site day or evening.. a good place to visit...Enjoy!

Bellingham, city by the sea, photo....Washington state.

Beautiful Bellingham, Washington......lovely crisp blue sky and deep blue seas......one of my favs.....enjoy your time here....

San Juan Island Harbor photo....Washington state....

San Juan Island Harbor.....simple and ever so quaint...... scenic wonderland.......