West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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.
Titlow Park
Explore the great outdoors at Titlow Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.
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.
Washington State Fair Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Washington State Fair Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Leavenworth & Snoqualmie Falls One-Day Tour from Seattle
Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"It’s very large with several wings to the property so if you have a walking disability expect to make arrangements. Breakfast is $30 but very good and parking is around $40 with tax, not so good. Finding a parking spot is difficult due to the amount of people on this property. Rooms were standard ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Great breakfast. Shuttle drivers very nice"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
"Property served its purpose, room was clean but property showed its wear. Shuttle was available but a bit disorganized. Only saw a Denny's within walking distance. Hallway smelled of marijuana from other guests. Would stay again price is right knowing what to expect."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
"Good breakfast , very close to airport. Diner across was convenient."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Motel 6 Seattle, WA - South
"Good location — right next to a coffee shop and gas station, which was super convenient. I felt pretty safe here as a solo traveler. The room was clean, and the service was great. Bathroom could've used a little extra cleaning, but for the price, I really couldn't complain. Solid budget option."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Murano
"Our room was clean and spacious. It had a beautiful view of the city and the Tacoma Dome. Staff was friendly and super helpful. Convenient parking lot right next to the hotel with EV charging spots was a plus."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Ruston
Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Fircrest
While Fircrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cheney Stadium and Narrows Plaza Bowl.
Central Tacoma
If you're spending some time in Central Tacoma, 6th Ave and Cheney Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.
New Tacoma
If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Tacoma Union Station Rotunda and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
