How to Have the Best Wine Weekend Getaway

The Tri-Cities provides delightful opportunities to discover how the Heart of Washington Wine Country was named the New West Coast Wine Country by CNN Travel.

Whether you’re new to trying wine, a seasoned wine aficionado, or an overall adventurist – there’s something for every kind of traveler with more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius. Our blend of small-town charm with cosmopolitan amenities allows for more intimate wine experiences, filled with robust and delicate wines and paired with our signature stunning sunsets.

Friday

4 p.m. Check into your hotel. There are plenty of hotel options for the discerning wine connoisseur, whether riverside or closest to the vines, we have it in the Tri-Cities.

6:30 p.m. Ease into the weekend with dinner and a glass of Washington wine. Thanks to the Tri-Cities’ location in the heart of Washington’s agricultural region, local restaurants have access to an abundance of fresh, locally grown ingredients—perfectly paired with wines produced just minutes away. Local favorites include Dovetail Joint Restaurant and The Bradley by Chef Jessie.

Saturday

8 a.m. Relax, you’re on vacation. Banish any negative energy with a restorative stroll along the river on the Sacagawea Heritage Trail. This paved path travels in a 23-mile loop along the impressive Columbia River.

9:30 a.m. Instead of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, enjoy Brunch on the Columbia River at Sage Port Grille, a longtime Tri-Cities favorite tucked along Columbia Park Trail. Fuel up with classic breakfast favorites before setting out for a day of wine tasting and exploring the vineyards of the Tri-Cities and Red Mountain.

11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. It’s time to experience the Heart of Washington Wine Country. Spend the afternoon sipping your way through estate vineyards and tasting rooms, where sweeping views and welcoming hospitality are all part of the experience. Start at Goose Ridge Estate Winery & Vineyard before making your way to Red Mountain, home to acclaimed wineries including Kiona Vineyards and Hedges Family Estate. Take your time, enjoy the views and discover the people, places and wines that make this corner of Washington wine country so special. Reservations are recommended to make the most of your afternoon.

6:30 p.m. After an afternoon of wine tasting, keep the experience going over dinner. Tri-Cities restaurants make the most of the region’s agricultural abundance, pairing fresh, seasonal ingredients with wines grown and produced nearby. Along Tulip Lane in Richland, Fiction @ J. Bookwalter and Taverna Tagaris offer two distinct winery dining experiences, making either an ideal place to linger over dinner and another glass of Washington wine.

8:30 p.m. End the day on a sweet note. After dinner, treat yourself to something cool and delicious at one of the many locally owned ice cream and frozen dessert shops throughout the Tri-Cities. From handcrafted scoops and housemade gelato to frozen yogurt and creative specialty treats, there’s something for every sweet tooth. Explore the Tri-Cities Ice Cream Trail to find the perfect final stop for your evening.

Sunday

9 a.m. Start your morning with a taste of a longtime Tri-Cities tradition at Richland’s Uptown Shopping Center. Stop by the Spudnut Shop, a local favorite serving its signature potato-based doughnuts since 1948, or head next door to Some Bagels for something savory. Take breakfast to go and wander through the Uptown, where colorful murals and mid-century architecture offer a glimpse into Richland’s unique history before you hit the road.

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Not ready for your wine weekend to end? Extend your adventure with a short drive to Prosser, where Vintners Village brings tasting rooms, wineries and local flavors together in one easy-to-explore destination. Spend some time discovering a new favorite pour before settling in for lunch. Wine o’Clock Wine Bar & Bistro pairs Bunnell Family Cellar wines with a rotating menu of handcrafted dishes from its wood-fired kitchen—the perfect way to toast to one last taste of Washington wine country before heading home.

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