Downtown Tacoma Travel Guide

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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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BEST Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle

AU$225
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
BEST Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
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BEST Olympic National Park One Day Tour from Seattle

AU$241
Per adult
BEST Olympic National Park One Day Tour from Seattle
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BEST Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$275
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
BEST Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
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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 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$233
per night
3 Jun - 4 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! (1,002 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$274 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$274
per night
9 Jun - 10 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! (1,752 reviews)
"Overall, our stay was great. The room was large and nicely furnished. Plus, we had a great view of the city and the water! The staff was very nice, helpful and professional! We will stay here again. Though it would have been nice for a hotel of this caliber and price to give their guests a couple ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Hotel Murano
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
3.5 out of 5
1538 COMMERCE ST, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$306 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$306
per night
16 Jun - 17 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! (689 reviews)
"Restaurant service was relatively slow. There are two elevator banks so it's confusing to get to the parking garage. Air freshener hits you in the face."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
3 out of 5
1515 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$293 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$293
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! (715 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
The price is AU$274 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$274
per night
2 Jun - 3 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! (5,573 reviews)
"This is my go-to for short stays. It’s just exactly what I need: safe, clean, quiet, great staff, comfy bed, convenient to downtown and the airport. What’s not to love?"

Reviewed on 29 May 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$299 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$299
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (4,562 reviews)
"They had the best breakfast I’ve ever had at a hotel. Great service."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
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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.

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Hilltop

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

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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.

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Old Town Tacoma

While Old Town Tacoma may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 6th Ave and Pantages Theater.

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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.

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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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