VISIT: Explore Downtown Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor is a summer playground filled with great eats, stunning views and waterfront adventure.

Today we are walking along Gig Harbor’s gorgeous waterfront with Diane - the owner of Treasure 4 Humanity - and it’s a walk filled with one delish dish, yummy drink, beautiful view, and unique local shop after another.

Gig Harbor is the Kitsap Peninsula’s southernmost city and is known for its upscale and elevated homes, dining and experiences. This relative poshness makes Gig Harbor a wonderful waterfront to explore on foot - a perfect date, family adventure, or solo exploration. Those with an adventurous spirit will enjoy the many pocket parks and will want to rent a kayak or SUP and explore Lighthouse Park. The foodie will swoon over the wine bars, restaurants & cafes that line Harborview Drive and the beer lover will make a beeline for 7 Seas Brewing.

We recommend coming on a market day and spending several hours walking along and stopping in where you feel called.

IN THIS ARTICLE

7 Seas Brewing • Tides Tavern • Heritage Distilling Company • Gig Harbor Fly Shop • The Trolley at the Boatyard • The Gig Harbor Gondola • Skansie Brothers Park Netshed • Hey Darlin’ The Shop • Sea Hags Fine Art • Brix 25 • Netshed No 9 • Millville Pizza Co • Susanne’s Bakery + Deli • Gig Harbor Kayak + SUP • Gig Harbor Boatshop • Eddon Boat Park • Morso

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7 seas brewing

2905 Harborview Dr | @7seasbrewing

Killer brews and killer views…with plenty of room for friends to gather in their outdoor area. 7 Seas is tucked into the southern end of Harborview Drive and is a beer lover’s dream come true. Start or end your Gig Harbor walkabout adventure at 7 Seas!

tides tavern

2925 Harborview Dr | @tidestavern

Perched above the water the venerable Tides Tavern is as close to a culinary institution as you can find around here. Since 1973 Tides Tavern has welcomed locals and visitors with a huge menu of seafood, sandwiches, pizza and classic Americana cuisine. The outdoor seating is OMG on a sunny summer day, grab a pint and a bite and kick back and watch the world float by.

Heritage Distilling Company

3118 Harborview Dr | @heritagedistilling

Heritage Distilling is not only a proud PNW local favorite - they are the most awarded and celebrated distiller for 7 years in a row! If you are a cocktail connoisseur or simply a lover of spirits, you must stop by the Heritage Distilling tasting room on Harborview Drive.

gig harbor fly shop

3115 Harborview Dr | @gigharborflyshop

Gig Harbor Fly Shop is a one-stop shop for anyone needing gear, tackle, rentals or a guide for local fishing experiences. Book a guided trip, take a class to improve your skills or dive into their extensive shop for flys, lines, reels and rods. They also rent kayaks if you’re looking to get out on the water asap!

The Trolley at The Boatyard

3117 Harborview Dr | @sunshineattheboatyard

This cute lil red trolley has found a second life as a walk up foodie favorite. Tucked away from the street and flanked by picnic tables, The Trolley at the Boatyard has been known to serve up yummy items like grilled Mahi sandwiches, perfect fish and chips, and Cuban sandwiches.

The gig harbor gondola

3117 Harborview Dr | @gigharborgondola

What could possibly be more romantic than a traditional Venetian gondola gliding before the sunset views of Mt. Rainier? Treat your lovely with a gondola ride by the one and only Gig Harbor Gondola and earn a bajillion brownie points.

skansie brothers park and netshed

3207 Harborview Drive

Skansie Brothers Park and the extremely cool and atmospheric netshed that shares space as an immensely popular local gathering place and the location of the seasonal Farmer’s Market. Adjacent to Jerisich Dock and blessed with a large lawn and places to sit and hang, the park is a perfect waypoint for visitors to take it all in.

hey darlin’, the shop

3226 Harborview Dr | Located inside Harbor Landing | @hey_darlin_shop

Gig Harbor is a happier and better place because of the ray of sunshine that is Hey Darlin’! This FriendShop (friendship + gift shop) is full of lovely, quirky, inspired, and whimsical stuff that make the perfect gift for yourself or your bestie.

sea hags fine art

3302 Harborview Dr Suite A | @seahagsllc

Stepping into Sea Hags is entering a magical world of art and elevated gifts and decor. Sea Hags brings American made and fairtrade beautiful objects to Gig Harbor for your shopping pleasure. See what is only displayed this season and pick up something truly unique.

Brix 25

3315 Harborview Dr | Located in Arabella’s Landing Marina | @brix25restaurant

This is PNW cuisine as served in heaven. These are the cocktails the angels sip! If you have a palette for the finer things and want to treat yourself to a meal, you will find satisfaction at Brix 25. Steak tartar, grilled octopus, grilled bone marrow…with a menu this exciting it will be hard to choose!

netshed no. 9

3313 Harborview Drive | Located in Arabella’s Landing Marina | @NetShed No.9

Incredible breakfast + lunch spot serving dinner on Friday & Saturday evenings, the Netshed is comfort food homecooked and turned up to 99. Great waterfront views (par for course around here!) and a loyal following make Netshed something special!

Millville Pizza Co

3409 Harborview Dr | @millville.pizza.co

There is pizza…and then there is perfectly crispy and incredibly yummy woodfired pizza cooked in a brick oven! Millville Pizza serves up insanely good, made to order gourmet pizzas and salads 7 days a week. Grab a friend and treat your tastebuds to some of the best ‘zaw this side of Italy.

susanne’s bakery + deli

3411 Harborview Dr | susannesbakery.net

A cute, snug little bakery that turns out delicious fresh-baked pastries for a loyal following of grateful locals, Susanne’s is here for you too! Hot and cold sandwiches and coffee round out the offerings of this beloved bakery. Closed Mon & Tues.

gig harbor kayak + sup

3419 Harborview Drive | @gigharborrentals

Didn’t bring your kayak or paddleboard to Gig Harbor, but craving a little time on the water? Look no further than the good folks at Gig Harbor Kayak + SUP. Grab a single or tandem kayak or rent a SUP and enjoy the peaceful waters of Gig Harbor…maybe escape to Lighthouse Park?

gig harbor boatshop

3805 Harborview Dr

Traditional maritime craftsmanship continues on in the historic Eddon Boatyard. The craft of wooden boat building is central to Kitsap’s cultural heritage and the Gig Harbor Boatshop is a wonderful way to explore this tradition.

Eddon Boat Park

3805 Harborview Dr

Next to the Gig Harbor Boatshop, Eddon Boat Park offers a sloping lawn and shoreline access. Grab a sandwich from Susanne’s and make it a picnic mission to Eddon or just stop off as you make your way through on your Gig Harbor adventure!

Morso

9014 Peacock Hill Ave | @morsogigharbor

Morso is a wine shop, bistro, and market dedicated to the finer moments in life…like that first sip of a Washington wine whilst sitting on a shaded patio. Thoughtful items to take home and delicious food to enjoy at the bistro complement the selection of wines available for tastings and glass and bottle pours.

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