Introduction
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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Gig Harbor travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gig Harbor

With a population of 7 126, Gig Harbor is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Gig Harbor deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Gig Harbor

If you’re looking for affordable options, Green.House (4793 Point Fosdick Dr NW) and Anthony's - Gig Harbor (8827 N Harborview Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor in December
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gig Harbor in December
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gig Harbor in August, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 8.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Gig Harbor, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Gig Harbor

Plane

Although Gig Harbor doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 24 km from Gig Harbor. Seattle King County/Boeing is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gig Harbor departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gig Harbor. The train journey from Gig Harbor to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $41 for a 3h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gig Harbor is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 36 km from Gig Harbor. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gig Harbor, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Everett, the bus ride to Gig Harbor takes 145 km and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

Although Gig Harbor doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 24 km from Gig Harbor. Seattle King County/Boeing is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gig Harbor departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gig Harbor. The train journey from Gig Harbor to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $41 for a 3h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gig Harbor is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 36 km from Gig Harbor. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gig Harbor, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Everett, the bus ride to Gig Harbor takes 145 km and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Gig Harbor

BFISeattle King County/Boeing
PAEEverett Paine Field
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Gig Harbor

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,102 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,053 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,607 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,414 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,478 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (912 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gig Harbor

Most booked hotels in Gig Harbor

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Waterfront Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 225 reviews)
$174+
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Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 356 reviews)
$127+
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The Inn At Gig Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 852 reviews)
$109+
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Renting a car in Gig Harbor

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Gig Harbor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Kia Niro or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gig Harbor, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Gig Harbor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Kia Niro or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gig Harbor, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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