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Awesome newish kids' museum in the heart of downtown Tacoma. Clean, diverse, with changing themes (currently Eric Carle to correspond with the Carle exhibit at the Tacoma Art Museum). Big water table, awesome airplane with a rope bridge, art room ready for your creative kid, fun treehouse with stuffies galore and neat winged animal capes, and even a small cafe! Admission is by donation and yes you CAN bring your coffee in! We'll definitely be back. #kidsfun
Awesome newish kids' museum in the heart of downtown Tacoma. Clean, diverse, with changing themes (currently Eric Carle to correspond with the Carle exhibit at the Tacoma Art Museum). Big water table, awesome airplane with a rope bridge, art room ready for your creative kid, fun treehouse with stuffies galore and neat winged animal capes, and even a small cafe! Admission is by donation and yes you CAN bring your coffee in! We'll definitely be back. #kidsfun
Where gas pumps go to die?
Awesome bridge in Tacoma
Part of the wall of the pedestrian overpass (above the road)

Popular places to visit

Giant rubber duckie for boat days

Port of Tacoma

Explore the waterfront in Tacoma with a trip to Port of Tacoma. Take in the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Port of Tacoma
Museum of Glass showing night scenes and modern architecture

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
This place is way more cool than I expected. First of all, the structure is an architectural marvel; such a great space that spans 165,000 sq feet. Packed with vintage autos

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
Early morning before the onslaught...

University of Washington Tacoma

Walk around the campus at University of Washington Tacoma during your stay in Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

University of Washington Tacoma
Tacoma Art Museum which includes modern architecture and street scenes

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
Beautiful Red fall colors in Wright Park.

Wright Park

Explore the great outdoors at Wright Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Wright Park

Activities

Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour

Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour

AU$189
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
1-Day Olympic National Park Tour

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

AU$221
per adult
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$282
per adult
96% 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$251
per adult
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
Seattle City and the Verdant Landscapes of Washington State

4 Day Seattle City and the Verdant Landscapes of Washington State

AU$2,462
per adult
4 Day Seattle City and the Verdant Landscapes of Washington State
7-Day Tour from Seattle to Egypt

7-Day Tour from Seattle to Egypt

AU$17,656
per adult
7-Day Tour from Seattle to Egypt
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Our pick of the best New Tacoma Hotel Deals

Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano

4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza Tacoma WA
The price is AU$216 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$216
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,781 reviews)
Great!

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hotel Murano
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

3 out of 5
1425 E 27th St Tacoma WA
The price is AU$137 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$137
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,394 reviews)
That was an older hotel. It was clean. Not much to do if you’re walking in this area.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle
Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

4 out of 5
1538 COMMERCE ST Tacoma WA
The price is AU$259 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$259
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Didnt have breakfast

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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$244 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
AU$244
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (910 reviews)
Everything was great! Location and staff were excellent.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

3 out of 5
2102 S C Street Tacoma WA
The price is AU$195 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$195
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)
Room was nice, and clean

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

2.5 out of 5
2611 E E St Tacoma WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$186 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$186
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (127 reviews)
Front desk staff, amenities

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
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Other neighbourhoods around New Tacoma

If you haven't had a chance to look at the Museum of Glass, put it and the hot shop on your list. #Details #LifeAtExpedia

Downtown Tacoma

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Tacoma. Top attractions like Pantages Theater and Museum of Glass are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Convention Center Station or Commerce Street Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Tacoma
Sunset Titlow Beach

Hilltop

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

Hilltop
A lazy balmy afternoon looking at one of Tacoma's marvelous parks. Next time you visit the region come take a stroll here.

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
Cheney Stadium is looking good, haven't been there since the remodel and it was a vast improvement. Great day too in WA

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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Browns Point

While Browns Point isn't home to many top sights, Dash Point State Park and Port of Tacoma are some notable places to visit nearby.

Browns Point
The sign is in the Puyallup Tribe language.

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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