Things To Do on Whidbey Island

Fun Tours

Located in Langley  |  seasonally available
- kayaking  |  When making your reservations, be sure to tell Whidbey Island Kayak that you are staying at The Quintessa as they will provide a 10% discount for groups of 8 or more.  In addition, they can also offer private tours for our couples staying at The Cottage.
- scooter rentals 
- electric bike rentals

Located farther up North  |  typically available only during the Summer (contact them for possible special arrangements)
- boat charter
- sailing
- jet boat  
- whale watching (Anacortes)  
- whale watching (Langley)

Beaches
Starting from the closest to The Q and then heading Northward ...

(Note: first three listed are very close)  |  between 2 to 10 miles  
- Dave Mackie Park (Maxwelton Beach)  
- Possession Beach  
- Double Bluff Beach   
- Ebey's Landing  
- Oak Harbor  
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​GOLFING
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Holmes Harbor Public Golf Club 
Holmes Harbor Golf and Beach Club is an executive-style golf course that treats the golfer to a variety of playing challenges as well as stunning panoramic views. Located on Whidbey Island, Washington, this golf course overlooks majestic Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountain Range. 360.331.2363  |   playholmesharbor.com

MUSEUMS
 
South Whidbey Historical Society
The South Whidbey Historical Society collects, preserves and presents information, stories and artifacts of South Whidbey’s history, weaving together the diverse experiences of our people as context for today’s decision makers and inspiration for tomorrow’s leaders.
360.221.2101 | southwhidbeyhistory.org
 
Island County Historic Society
Ice Age relics, Mammoth remains, a fine Native American collection – including cedar dugout canoes, maritime, early settlers, and the first automobile on Whidbey Island (1902 Holsman auto buggy) are highlighted in the main exhibit.
360.678.3310 | islandhistory.org

Fort Casey Interpretive Center
Interpretive panels in Admiralty Head Lighthouse tell the history of the area around Fort Casey State Park. The story begins with a brief cultural history about the Native American nations from the area, and then leads forward through time to the first pioneer settlers, the building of the Red Bluff Lighthouse and the construction of Fort Casey.  Guided tours of historic gun batteries.
1280 South Engle Road, Coupeville 360.678.4519 | parks.wa.gov/parks/?selectedpark=Fort%20Casey&subject=all
​How about a Movie or Live Theatre to wrap up a wonderful evening?
 
THEATRE
 
The Clyde Theatre
Built in 1937 at the height of the Depression, The Clyde brings back memories of grand ol’ movie house days.  Today it is frequented by the friendly folks on South Whidbey and continues to be a icon with owners committed to community and life on Whidbey.
 Leave your change in the jar at the snack counter – it will go to a good cause!  
217 First Street, Langley
360.221.5525 | theclyde.net
 
Blue Fox Drive-In
Bring back the memories!  Open for more than 50 years, this drive-in has first run movies, double & triple features, special pricing, arcade, and Go Karts.
 1403 Monroe Landing Road, Oak Harbor 
360.675.5667 | bluefoxdrivein.com
 
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
This community performing arts center serves Whidbey Island and outlying areas - the 246-seat theater hosts a year-round season of many diverse offerings.
 
565 Camano Ave, Langley
360.221.8268 | wicaonline.com
 
Whidbey Children's Theater
Since 1981, Whidbey Children's Theater has made a difference in the lives of children by creating opportunities for them to discover, experience, and participate in the performing arts. Located in the heart of historic Langley, their "one room schoolhouse for the imagination" offers participation in the arts so children will learn, develop and flourish as they engage in the larger realms of team and community.
222 Anthes Ave., Suite 102, Langley 360.221.2282  | whidbeychildrenstheater.org