Parkland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Tony Hjaltalin
Photo by Tony Hjaltalin
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Photo by Angela Travels

Popular places to visit

Pacific Lutheran University

Pacific Lutheran University

Enjoy the student vibe at Pacific Lutheran University during your visit to Tacoma. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma Dome

Tacoma Dome

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
Puyallup Fairgrounds

Puyallup Fairgrounds

Enjoy a stop at Puyallup Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Puyallup Fairgrounds
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium showing marine life

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

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
Museum of Glass showing night scenes and modern architecture

Museum of Glass

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
LeMay Car Museum

LeMay Car Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at LeMay Car Museum during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

LeMay Car Museum

Activities

Salem Puzzling Adventure

Tacoma Puzzling Adventure

AU$54
per traveller
Tacoma Puzzling Adventure
Sheep pasture

Faithful Hands Farm Tour

AU$53
per adult
Faithful Hands Farm Tour
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$288
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Small Group Seattle Day Tour Major Attractions and Afternoon Tea & Deli

Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions

AU$257
per adult
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
1-Day Olympic National Park Tour

Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries

AU$257
per adult
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour

Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour

AU$213
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
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Our pick of the best Parkland Hotel Deals

Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano

4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$245 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$245
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,502 reviews)
"Just as described and easy access to downtown. Lots of parking nearby to avoid valet if you would like that option."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hotel Murano
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

4 out of 5
1820 E 29th St, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$311 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$311
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,132 reviews)
"Very safe."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino

Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino

3 out of 5
5700 Pacific Highway East, Fife, WA
The price is AU$197 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$197
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fife. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,083 reviews)
"They had a lot of 24 hour options for food and convenience stores which I always appreciate when I’m traveling. Everything was straight forward and quick service. Staff was helpful and knowledgable, I never had to search for staff there were always employees close by willing to help or answer ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

3 out of 5
31611 Pete Von Reichbauer Way South, Federal Way, WA
The price is AU$216 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$216
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Federal Way. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"We chose this hotel for its convenient location between Seattle and Tacoma, just off I-5. The included breakfast was good and they didn’t run out of anything despite being busy. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

2.5 out of 5
2611 E E St, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$201 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$201
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
5.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Place was great, close to train, bus and cabs. It’s the neighborhood that needs cleared out. I’d still come back"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

2 out of 5
5201 20th St E, Fife, WA
The price is AU$149 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$149
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Fife. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,222 reviews)
"Very convenient."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkland

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Monta Vista

Monta Vista is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Stina's Cellars and Regal Lakewood.

Monta Vista
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South End

While South End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tacoma Mall and Tacoma Dome.

South 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 Mall and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.

South Tacoma
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Waller

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Waller and you might want to plan a stop by BJ's Bingo and Emerald Queen Casino while you're in the area.

Waller
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Lincoln International District

When in Lincoln International District, you can plan a visit to Tacoma Mall and LeMay Car Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lincoln International District

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