Red Lion Inn & Suites Everett

Golfing, Outdoor Adventures, and Hidden Gems

Just 25 miles outside of Seattle, yet still on the shores of the Puget Sound, Everett has a mix of urban and rural points of interest. From outdoor activities on the water to scenic golfing, there's many Everett attractions to explore during your stay.

Stay with Red Lion Inn & Suites Everett for convenient accommodations in the center of town. You'll have easy access to Boeing, Naval Station Everett, and more things to do in Everett.

Things To Do In Everett

• Popular local attractions
• Golf course
• Outdoor adventure
• Hidden gems

Legion Memorial Golf Course

Everett Golfing, Just Down The Street

Pack up the clubs and be ready for 18 holes of golf. Legion Memorial Golf Course, one of the best golf courses in Everett, is just a five minute drive from Red Lion Inn & Suites Everett. The course is ideally located near the Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens along the Snohomish River.

Legion Memorial Golf Course features PGA Teaching Staff for lessons, and it’s the perfect spot for company outings, family gatherings, and charity events. Their pro shop has a wide selection of equipment, apparel, and accessories.

Local Attractions In Everett

The Brightest Hidden Gems

Sometimes when you visit a new locale, you need some local knowledge. At Red Lion Inn & Suites, we’re glad to share our favorite places to spend time in Everett. Check out these overlooked attractions in Everett, and if you’re looking for more recommendations, feel free to ask our staff during your stay.

The Ceramic Place

Come home with a piece of homemade pottery from The Ceramic Place. This local art store has both ceramic painting and glass fusion in their studio. Kid friendly glass is also available. Monthly events include Paint Til You Faint, where they’re open until midnight.

Address:
1327 112th St Southeast
Everett, WA 98208
Phone: (425) 337-6306

Flying Heritage Collection

See the history of flight at this exciting museum. As the headquarters of Boeing, Everett has had a long history with aviation. At the Flying Heritage Collection, you can see a range of World War Two era fighter jets, along with state-of-the-art supersonic planes and more.

Address:
Paine Field Airport
3407 109th St Southwest
Everett, WA 98204
Phone: (877) 342-3404

Shack Art Center

See local and national artists at Shack Art Center. Everett’s own artistic history includes Chuck Close, the celebrated contemporary portrait artist, whose massive portraits and mosaics have earned international fame and renown. Take a class, see their exhibits, and visit their studios.

Address:
2921 Hoyt Avenue
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 259-5050

Howorth Park

This secluded 28-acre park lies right along the beach. A playground and an off-lease area for dogs make it perfect for an afternoon of relaxation. Enjoy the sandy shore, and take a pic on its scenic pedestrian bridge. In the evening, it has a perfect view of the sunset.

Address:
1127 Olympic Blvd
Everett, WA 98203

Everett Outdoor Attractions

See The Pacific Northwest’s Famous Beauty

One of the largest cities on the Puget Sound, Everett has a host of outdoor attractions awaiting you. During your stay at Red Lion Inn & Suites, take advantage of the local gardens, arboretums, and more. The Pacific Northwest’s famous natural beauty is an attraction in and of itself.

Mukilteo Clinton Ferry

This ferry ride takes you from nearby Mukilteo to Clinton, straight across Possession Sound. Large, Olympic-class ferries travel at 17 knots across the water. The 20 minute ride is an excellent way to see the local waters.

Mukilteo Lighthouse & State Park

Home of the Mukilteo Historical Society, the Mukilteo Lighthouse is a small, quaint museum on the shore. The lighthouse is still functioning to this day, with a Fourth Order Fresnel lens that has a range of 12 nautical miles. The romantic area around the lighthouse has landscaped grounds and interesting works of architecture. You can even see the Northern Lights in certain seasons.

Nishiyama Japanese Garden

This garden at Everett Community College represents a compressed world of mountains, forests, lakes, rivers, and villages. Self-guided tours are free during days when college classes are in session. The garden has eleven primary elements. The centerpiece is the Iwakuni footbridge, which is made of wood salvaged from the Kintai Bridge in Everett’s sister city, Iwakuni, Japan.

Address:
905 Wetmore Avenue
Everett, WA 98201

Evergreen Arboretum Garden

Located at Legion Park, near Legion Memorial Golf Course, the Evergreen Arboretum Garden is Snohomish County’s treasure. It’s a place of both beauty and education. The 3 and a half acres have ten gardens, including a Japanese Maple Grove and a Woodland and Conifer Garden. The arboretum is open from dawn until dusk.

Address:
145 Alverson Blvd
Everett, WA 98201

Everett Attractions

Popular Places To Visit

Everett attractions run the gamut from the history of aviation to thrilling shows. During your stay with us, visit these local attractions for some of the best Everett activities.

Xfinity Arena

This 10,000 seat arena hosts everything from sports to touring music acts. It won the International Association of Venue Manager’s Venue Excellence Award in 2010. This modern venue is home to the Everett Silvertips, a Western Hockey League franchise. The Xfinity Community Ice Rink is open for public skating, hockey leagues, and figure skating.

Address:
2000 Hewitt Ave
Everett, WA 98201

Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour

One of the Seattle area’s favorite attractions, the Future of Flight Aviation Center is where the Boeing Factory Tour starts out. See how massive commercial jets are constructed, along with seeing the latest innovations in aviation. The Boeing Tour allows you to visit the largest building (by volume) in the world. At night, you can see beautiful views of Mount Rainier from the airstrip.

Address:
8415 Paine Field Boulevard
Mukilteo, WA 98275

Port of Everett

One of the best ways to spend an afternoon is to sit by the shore and watch massive cargo freighters and other ships arrive into the Port of Everett. Everett is the biggest port in Washington, and supports large, high value cargos, especially for the aerospace industry.

Naval Station Everett

One of the most important naval stations on the West Coast, Everett hosts an array of ships, including two Guided-Missile Destroyers and two Coast Guard Cutters. About 6,000 sailors and civil service personnel are assigned to the station.

Address:
2000 West Marine View Drive
Everett, WA  98207