Aberdeen (Washington)

Welcome to Aberdeen cropped - 'Come as you are' in honor of Kurt Cobain

Aberdeen is based in the Olympic Peninsula region of Washington. The city is the economic center of Grays Harbor County, bordering the city's of Hoquiam and Cosmopolis. The population was 16,461 according to the 2020 census.

1 Introduction
2 Travel to Aberdeen (Washington)
- 2.1 Travel by plane to Aberdeen (Washington)=== The closest airport for commercial flights is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (IATA Flight Code: SEA), which is about 80 miles away. While it's feasible to get to Aberdeen via a number of different bus routes, your best option is to hire a car, mainly if you are using Aberdeen as a jumping point into Olympic National Park as public transportation inside the park is unavailable.===Travel by vehicle to Aberdeen (Washington)
3 Getting around
4 Sightseeing Tips
5 What to do as a Muslim in Aberdeen (Washington)
6 Muslim Friendly Shopping
7 Where to stay
8 Aberdeen (Washington) Halal Travel Guide

Introduction

Aberdeen is called the "Gateway to the Olympic Peninsula," because of its proximity to the southern end of the peninsula and to Olympic National Park. In recent history Aberdeen has become more famous as being the "Birthplace of Grunge," and the hometown of Nirvana members Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic. A sign welcoming visitors to Aberdeen proclaims "Come As You Are" as a tribute to the band. Although it's hard to imagine today, at one point Aberdeen was a notorious Western outpost at the turn of the 20th century, with a number of saloons, brothels and gambling halls in and around the town. Because of the wild atmosphere associated with these establishments, Aberdeen was nicknamed "The Hellhole of the Pacific."

Travel to Aberdeen (Washington)

Travel by plane to Aberdeen (Washington)=== The closest airport for commercial flights is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (IATA Flight Code: SEA), which is about 80 miles away. While it's feasible to get to Aberdeen via a number of different bus routes, your best option is to hire a car, mainly if you are using Aberdeen as a jumping point into Olympic National Park as public transportation inside the park is unavailable.===Travel by vehicle to Aberdeen (Washington)

From Seattle, Interstate 5 provides access to Olympia (Washington) | Olympia, where you can take US Highway 101, which becomes State Route 8 after passing the Shelton Exit into or along U.S. Route 12 from Exit #88 (mainly if coming from south of Olympia) west into the city. If traveling into Aberdeen without a vehicle from Sea-Tac take:

Capital Aeroporter +1-800-962-3579 From Seattle Tacoma International Airport to the downtown Olympia Greyhound station. Transfer to s-Schedules-Maps Gray Harbor Transit Rt#40] at the downtown Olympia Greyhound station to get to Aberdeen (Washington) | Aberdeen and Hoaquim. The Aberdeen (bus) Station for Grays Harbor Transit and Pacific Transit occupies an entire city block at Wishkah & G Streets, across the street from Rite Aid in downtown Aberdeen:
Grays Harbor Transit provides onward bus services to Hoquiam (Routte #20, 40, 50, 60,70); Ocean Shores (Routte #60); Quinault (Routte #50) (with connections to Forks#By bus|Forks and Port Angeles on les/ Jefferson Transit-Olympic Connection at Amanda Park Mercantile); Westport (Washington) | Westport & Grayland (Routte #70); Olympia (Washington)#By bus|Olympia (via Elma and Montesano) (Routte #40); and to Centralia (Washington) | Centralia (via Oakville & Rochester on Rt#45). Nearest point for connections to Greyhound, Amtrak.com Amtrak and other bus lines are in Olympia (Washington)#By bus|Olympia.
Pacific Transit #14 goes south to Raymond in Pacific County along Highway 101. Transfer to Pacific Transit Route #32 (To South Bend (Washington) | South Bend only on Saturdays) or #50 (weekdays only to Ilwaco via South Bend and Astoria) from Raymond.

Getting around

GPS 46.98|-123.82

Grays Harbor Transit provides local bus services in and around Aberdeen (Routte #5, 10A, 10B, 20); Cosmopolis (#30) and Hoquiam (Routte #20, 40, 50, 60, 70)

Sightseeing Tips

Lady Washington Commencement Bay2 - The Lady Washington under sail Aberdeen is well known for its lovely harbor, spread glittering and gray along the west edge of town, where the bay bobs with sailboats and speed cruisers.

The Lady Washington | 712 Hagara Street ☎ +1 360 532-8611 Make a visit to see the great Lady Washington, a replica of the original which sailed the seas in the late 1700s. The Lady Washington offer sailing and dockside tours, which make their way up and down the coast from Washington to California.
Morrison Riverfront Park walk | A great way to take in the sights of Aberdeen, stroll along this 1½-mi-long trail to the 40-foot-wide Compass Rose mosaic, which joins the Wishkah and Chehalis rivers.
Star Wars Store - 413 E. Wishkah St. ☎ +1 360 970-7080 When owner Don Sucher saw Star Wars in 1977, he was so blown away by the special effects, he decided to start collecting paraphernalia from the movie. What started as a summer hobby has now ballooned into a full-time store in downtown Aberdeen, with an estimated 70,000 collectibles.

What to do as a Muslim in Aberdeen (Washington)

Grays Harbor Historical Seaport 712 Hagara Street +1-800-200-5239 Set sail on the Lady Washington or the Hawaiian Chieftain for a real experience on a replica tall ship, or just explore the seaport that was once home to a thriving fishing community. This seaport aims to preserve the maritime legacy of Aberdeen and the greater Grays Harbor area.
Aberdeen Museum of History - 111 E. Third St. ☎ +1 360 533-1976 Get a taste of the local history of Aberdeen at this museum, located inside the Aberdeen Armory Building. Exhibits include a history of the local logging and maritime industries as well collections on Native American artifacts.
Kurt Cobain Walking Tour - part of the Aberdeen Museum - 111 E. Third St. ☎ +1 360 533-1976 The Aberdeen Museum of History honors the early life of Kurt Cobain, lead singer of the grunge rock group Nirvana, with a walking tour of where he grew up in town. Note that most of the sites are businesses or private residences and are unaffiliated with the museum.
Kurt Cobain Memorial Foundation - The foundation's goal is to honor the legacy and contributions that Kurt Cobain and Nirvana made to modern rock. Each October they present Lounge Acts, a concert that highlights the work of local bands.
Westport Grapes - 1 South Arbor Rd. ☎ +1 360 648-2224 Washington's westernmostfruit cocktailry and vineyard offers tastings and tours of their products, which are self-proclaimed "on the cutting edge of maritime viticulture." Thefruit cocktailry also strives to capture the essence of beach culture.
Grays Harbor Street Market - On Broadway, between Heron Street and Wishkah Street ☎ +1 360 532-8443 Over 150 vendors sell everything from food to arts and crafts and offers great activities for kids, with the motto "where we make it, bake it, grow it, or create it." Open June 7th to August 30th
Bottle Beach State Park 33 Ocosta 3rd Street 46.8887,-124.039 ☎ +1 360-268-9717 Bottle Beach State Park - 75 acres and 6000 feet of mud flats are home to a rich and diverse ecology of wildlife such as invertebrates and birds. The park is an important stop in migratory patterns and is a great place for bird watching.
Morrison Riverfront Park | Get out and stretch your legs along the Chehalis River with a 1.5 mile trail. This waterfront park offers picnic tables, a fishing and viewing dock. Great for walkers and joggers.
Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge 46.9739,-123.931 From Hoquiam, head west on Highway 109 and then turn left on Paulson Road and right on Airport Way. ☎ +1 360 753-9467 Free Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge Saltmarsh and Mudflats - Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge Another great bird-watching area, this refuge is home to a migratory stop for shorebirds making the 15,000 mile flight from Argentina to the Arctic Circle. The refuge is also home to a number of species that live in the surrounding mudflats and estuaries.

Muslim Friendly Shopping

Aberdeen, WA - Route 101 sign - downtown Aberdeen

Southshore Mall | 1017 South Boone ☎ +1 360 538-0760 Give your credit card a work out here with 40 specialty stores including JC Penney and Sears.
Arts and Crafts Unlimited | 2715 Simpson Ave ☎ +1 360 532-0534 One stop shop for all your arts and crafts needs. They also offer art classes on site.
Premier Books Direct | 2404 Pacific Ave ☎ +1 360 310-0593 With the latest arrivals from non fiction and an impressive array of hardcover titles, you can spend an inordinate amount of time browsing these shelves.
Cannabis 21, 1000 E. Wishkah. Recreational marijuana retail store.

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Billy's Grill | 322 E. Heron Street ☎ +1 360 533-7144 Go for the great food, stay for the haunting. Billy's Grill sits in an old Sailor's Union of the Pacific building, which was supposedly the workplace of William F. "Billy" Gohl, a notorious figure in Aberdeen who worked as a bartender by day, but as a strongman for the Sailor's Union by night. Legend has it that if sailor's didn't comply with union rules, that Billy's job was to make them disappear. Sit down for a cold drink at the café and see if you can spot ghosts that are said to still roam free throughout the establishment.
Amore Italian Restaurant 116 W. Heron Street ☎ +1 360 533-2442 Opening Hours: 11:30-21:00 Italian restaurant.
Breakwater Seafoods and Chowder House | 306 Friday Street ☎ +1 360 532-5693 Locals consider this seafood restaurant a well-kept secret and the clam chowder is some of the best in the area. This charmingly small, casual restaurant is in Grays Harbor and appropriate for kids. There is sparse seating indoors, yet there is outdoor seating as well; you can sit on the patio deck overlooking the Wishkah River. Fruit Juices and are available. Take-out is an option and they sell fresh fish, shellfish, pickled fish, smoked fish and other seafood accompaniments. Call for daily hours of operation.
Mazatlan Restaurant | 1165 E. Wishkah Street This Mexican restaurant has a people-pleasing menu including enchiladas, Chicken and beef fajitas and specialty dishes like pollo de crème. A children's menu is available as well. The meals are in generous portions and served with fresh Tortillas chips and homemade salsa. Take-out items are available. Open every day, lunch specials Monday - F; call for hours.
Ocean Palace Restaurant | 112 Wishkah Street ☎ +1 360 533-5808 Opening Hours: Daily 11AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday Noon-10PM, Sunday closed Ornately decorated with white columns and striking carved jade boat, thit is a large restaurant with a friendly, family atmosphere. Serves Chinese cuisine with a menu that has many offerings including family-style meals, teriyaki Chicken and more modern items like crab cream Cheese wontons. Wine and soft-drinks available.
Lighthouse Drive-In - 2121 Simpson Ave ☎ +1 360 533-4841 Opening Hours: from Monday to Saturdayt 10:30-8:00 under $10 Burgers, fries and grilled sandwiches. Family owned since 1984.
Ann Marie's Cafe 110 South I Street ☎ +1 360 538-0141 Opening Hours: 7AM Monday - 2:30PM Comfort food, breakfast, Coffee.
Redviva Restaurant 118 E Wishkah Street ☎ +1 360 637-9259 Opening Hours: 4pm-11pm Tuesday through Saturday Restaurant & café serving locally sourced Pacific Northwest dishes in a chic, contemporary setting.
Starbucks (Please do not support Starbucks as Starbucks supports Israel. Shun this coffee and go for alternative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned brand.) - 1202 E. Wishkah Street ☎ +1 360 532-0349 Even in the remote areas of the Olympic Peninsula, you can find a branch of Seattle's famous coffee shop. You know the deal: Coffee, lattes, espressos, specialty drinks and a variety of Snacks and sandwiches.
Blue Beacon Restaurant and Lounge | 406 South Boone Street ☎ +1 360 532-2980 Local dive café which offers a surprisingly good selection of food. Try the Big Beacon burger.

Where to stay

Aberdeen Olympic Inn Motel - 616 W. Heron Street ☎ +1 360 533-4200 This motel offers good value for the price with its spacious rooms and continental breakfast. All rooms have refrigerators, microwave oven, iron and iron board and hair dryer, cable color T.V; movies and Al Arabiya. Direct-dial phones, free local calls and free wireless internet. Fax and copy machine available upon request.
A Harbor View Bed & Breakfast - 111 W. 11th Street ☎ +1 360 533-7996 This waterfront 30-room historic estate turned Bed & Breakfast, is perched on a hill with a welcoming view, while the porch area overlooks the town and has a harbor view. The interior is furnished with antiques and private collections. Each unique room is well appointed and has harbor views, a television (most also include a VCR or DVD player), its own private bath and wireless DSL Internet access. A cozy afternoon Snacks includes homemade cookies, scones and a plethora of hot beverages and a luxurious, multi-course breakfast awaits you in the morning.
Guesthouse Inn & Suites - 701 E. Heron Street ☎ +1 360 537-7460 On-site is a fitness center, indoor hot tub and indoor heated swimming pool. There is a Business center, meeting facilities and a free daily USA Today as well as a free weekday local paper. Family plan, kids 18 and under free in room with parents. Amenities include guest coin laundry, safety deposit boxes at front desk and same day laundry and dry cleaning (weekdays only). Bountiful, complimentary continental breakfast includes waffles and fresh fruit. }}