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Popular places to visit

Tacoma Dome

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

Tacoma Dome
Puyallup Fairgrounds

Puyallup Fairgrounds

5/5(1 review)

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

Puyallup Fairgrounds
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium showing marine life

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
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
Point Defiance Park featuring a garden

Point Defiance Park

One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.

Point Defiance Park
Port of Tacoma

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

Activities

Salem Puzzling Adventure

Tacoma Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
Tacoma Puzzling Adventure
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

AU$289
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 Full-Day Tour W/ Scenic State Ferries

AU$289
per adult
Olympic National Park Full-Day Tour W/ Scenic State Ferries
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle 2-Can-Go

Small Group Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle 2-Can-Go

AU$257
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle 2-Can-Go
Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour

Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour

AU$214
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
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Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
8402 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$233 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$233
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfy room"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8045 S HOSMER ST, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$209 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$209
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews)
Great Hotel
"Great hotel, it was clean and the front desk staff at check-in were so nice and helpful. The room was comfortable and the breakfast was really good. The pool was great for my son. No complaints!!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

2.5 out of 5
8601 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$182 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$182
27 July - 28 July
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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent Stay – Limited Space for Larger Vehicles
"My stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma was excellent overall. The room was clean, the environment was quiet, and the staff were professional and courteous. The only downside was the limited parking, especially challenging for larger vehicles like my pickup truck. Despite this, the quality ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG
Studio 6 Tacoma, WA - South

Studio 6 Tacoma, WA - South

2 out of 5
1811 South 76th Street, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$149 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$149
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tacoma. Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino are located nearby.
6.6/10 (84 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. The rooms were nice. Loved the beds. Very comfy."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Studio 6 Tacoma, WA - South
Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano

4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
The price is AU$268 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$268
27 July - 28 July
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! (2,446 reviews)
"Great staff & friendliness!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Hotel Murano
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$300 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$300
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (7,332 reviews)
"Very convenient being so close to the airport. The staff was very helpful and got us signed up for the shuttle as we were checking in. The shuttle service was on time and the driver was incredibly kind and helpful! The hotel and room were clean and quiet despite being near both the airport and road ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Coast Gateway Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around South End

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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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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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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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Parkland

If you're spending some time in Parkland, LeMay Museum at Marymount and Paradise Lanes Entertainment Center are top sights worth seeing.

Parkland
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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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