Downtown Tacoma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Tacoma which includes a city

Popular places to visit

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Museum of Glass

5/5(21 reviews)

Watch some of the world’s best glassblowers demonstrate their skills and admire 20th- and 21st-century glass artworks at this extraordinary museum.

Museum of Glass
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Tacoma Art Museum

Don’t miss one of Tacoma’s top cultural attractions, which is among the most prestigious museums in the Northwest region.

Tacoma Art Museum
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Children's Museum of Tacoma

You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Tacoma during your travels to Tacoma. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Children's Museum of Tacoma
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Tacoma Dome

3/5(6 reviews)

Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its great live music.

Tacoma Dome
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Puyallup Fairgrounds

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a stop at Puyallup Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Puyallup Fairgrounds
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Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

5/5(2 reviews)

Visit a red wolf habitat, watch polar bears swim and see elephants in a simulated forest environment at this unique zoo and aquarium.

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Activities

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Explore Tacoma with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Wacky Walks

AU$15
Per adult
Explore Tacoma with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Wacky Walks
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Tacoma Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
Per adult
Tacoma Puzzling Adventure
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The Premier Float Spa Experience

AU$150
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Premier Float Spa Experience
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LeMay Collection Family Pack - 2 adults; 2 students 6yo+

AU$62
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
LeMay Collection Family Pack - 2 adults; 2 students 6yo+
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Groovy Gig Harbor Scavenger Hunt

AU$41
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Groovy Gig Harbor Scavenger Hunt
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Tacoma Tirade Scavenger Hunt

AU$41
Per adult
Tacoma Tirade Scavenger Hunt
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Our pick of the best Downtown Tacoma Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tacoma Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tacoma Downtown, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
2102 South C Street, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$233 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$233
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Worth it
"Under construction but breakfast was still fantastic. Nichole made us a memorable reservation at a local restaurant. We were even given a complimentary appetizer on behalf of the hotel and Nichole. Rooms are clean, beds are superb, and Dove toiletries 👍"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tacoma Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Murano
Hotel Murano
4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$286 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$286
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,759 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Hotel Murano
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
3.5 out of 5
1538 COMMERCE ST, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$349 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$349
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (693 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Will stay here again. Great staff and everything was simply easy. I wish the hot tub would have been available. But that was the only bummer. Everything else was perfect."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
3 out of 5
1515 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$277 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$277
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (723 reviews)
"Stayed for business. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Bar was nice."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Coast Gateway Hotel
Coast Gateway Hotel
3.5 out of 5
18415 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$291 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$291
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,627 reviews)
"Very close to Seatac Airport."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Coast Gateway Hotel
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
3 out of 5
3100 South 192nd Street, SeaTac, WA
The price is AU$319 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$319
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,772 reviews)
"a comfy place. Definitely busy at all times. Did not like the fact that they wouldn't accept cash."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Tacoma

Tacoma featuring a city

New Tacoma

If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Tacoma Dome or Pantages Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.

New Tacoma
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Hilltop

If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.

Hilltop
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Central Tacoma

If you're spending some time in Central Tacoma, 6th Ave and Cheney Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Central Tacoma
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North End

If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.

North End
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Eastside

While there might not be top attractions in Eastside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tacoma Dome and LeMay Car Museum.

Eastside
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South Tacoma

While you're in South Tacoma, take in top sights like Tacoma Dome and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.

South Tacoma

Downtown Tacoma Travel Guide

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