Bainbridge Island, Rain or Shine
Sometimes it seems like Kitsap experiences all 4 seasons on the same day. Especially in Spring, the Kitsap Peninsula can go from sunshine to drizzle to a double rainbow and back to blue skies all in the same day.
Keep reading to explore fun and memorable things to do in BAINBRIDGE, rain or shine!
A ferry ride to Bainbridge is always a good idea - no matter the weather!
5 things to do on Bainbridge island when its’s raining.
GRAB A BITE or a drink
Stepping off the Seattle to Bainbridge ferry there are many amazing restaurants, eateries, bars and cafes and grabbing something to eat is a great way to escape bad weather.
DOWNTOWN BAINBRIDGE
BIMA Bistro - The BIMA coffee bar complements Chef Stephanie Knutson’s rotating menu of delicious seasonally inspired Pacific Northwest cuisine.
Streamliner Diner - This BI staple for classic diner fare is a diner by day serving hearty breakfasts & an Italian bistro at night.
Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse - Grab a pint of some craft beer brewed right on Bainbridge Island at this Winslow Way watering hole steps from the ferry.
Cafe Hitchcock - Rain or Shine Cafe Hitchcock is the bees knees. Fresh, incomparably good cuisine with an a full bar and espresso offerings.
Bruciato - The best pizza on the island? Yeah. This minimalist tratttoria style Italian spot is bustling for a reason, it’s that good.
Ba Sa - Sublime Vietnamese fare elevated to point of the divine. Everything on the menu is as beautiful as it is deliscious but we are partial to the Bahn Mi and the Chicken Buns.
Habour Public House - Locally sourced bar food & amazing waterfront marina views make this historic home turned tavern a favorite for locals and visitors alike.
Proper Fish - This hole in the wall eatery is heralded by the Seattle Time as the BEST style fish and chips. Proper Fish serves up a piece of crispy fish the size of your arm with a dollop of minted mashed peas that will become your new favorite side.
The menu at Cafe Hitchcock features fresh ingredients that are full of flavor.
LYNWOOD CENTER
Hammys Burgers - BEST BURGER on Bainbridge Island winner 2016-2023…what else do you need to know?
Sawan Thai - All you favorite Thai dishes done right in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. You can smell the yumminess form around the corner!
Treehouse Cafe - Sandwiches, salads, pastries, pasta, espresso and more in a gorgeous Tudor style building. Check their schedule for live music!
Admire art at the bainbridge island museum of art (bima)
FREE, fascinating and family friendly - BIMA is an island treasure mere feet from the ferry terminal.
shop till you drop on winslow way
There are simply TOO MANY amazing shops and local businesses to list here, we suggest dodging the rain by strolling Winslow Way and ducking into every shop that strikes your fancy from independent bookstores, toy shops, art, apparel, gifts, gear and more.
see a film at the historic lynwood theatre
This beautiful historic movie house is known for its inspired selection of independent and foreign films. Check their schedule and escape the weather with a good movie.
grab a pint or a glass of wine at coppertop park
Fletcher Bay Winery and Bainbridge Island Brewing are nestled under the copper roofs of this BI favorite place to sit and sip.
bring the kiddos to the kids discovery museum
With tons of fun, educational, interactive play areas KiDiMu has everything you need to keep young minds and bodies active for hours.
Kids of all ages love the interactive exhibits at the Kids Discovery Museum.
5 things to do when the sun is shining
Picnic at Blakely Harbor
Explore this 40 acre waterfront park or bring a picnic and watch the sun glint off the water. A favorite spot for island cold plungers who love to get in the chilly water!
Japanese Exclusion Memorial
The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial honors the first Japanese Americans to be excluded, forcibly removed from their community, and incarcerated during World War II. This powerful memorial is a must visit RAIN OR SHINE.
Kayak/SUP near the ferry terminal
Exotic Aquatics have you covered for kayak and SUP rentals. Get on the water and have a blast watching the marine traffic sail past.
Halls Hill Labyrinth
Find your inner peace with this beautiful meditation labyrinth at the top of Halls Hill.
Explore the Grand Forests
Step into nature among towering evergreens and swaying sword ferns with Grand Forest East and Grand Forest West. Walk the trails and breathe the fresh air!
Fort Ward
This large, waterfront historic park offers boating, fishing, an underwater scuba park & a paved beachfront trail - perfect for strolling on a sunny day!