Tri-Cities Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Tri-Cities
Tri-Cities showing a river or creek and a bridge

This collection of three cities in eastern Washington is famous for its award-winning wineries, golf courses, watersports and nuclear power plant.

From wine, watersports and nuclear energy to museums, shopping and golf, the Tri-Cities area has a wealth of recreational and cultural activities to enjoy. Tri-Cities is comprised of the cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland. The three cities are in the eastern Washington region, where the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers come together.

Although Tri-Cities is three cities in one, getting around the major attractions is made easy by an extensive network of public buses. Alternatively, rent a bicycle and explore over 200 miles (320 kilometers) of bikeways.

Discover Tri-Cities’ science and hydroelectric power heritage at Richland’s museums. Join a tour of the Hanford Site, noted for its role in producing the atomic bomb dropped over Nagasaki in 1945. Learn about wind energy at the Nine Canyon Wind Farm Visitor Center. Spot geological, wildlife and indigenous artifacts at the Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science and Technology.

At Kennewick’s East Benton County Historical Museum, see the casting of the skull from the skeleton of a 9,000-year-old male found nearby. Tri-Cities’ rivers and waterways make the area popular for watersport fans. Enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and windsurfing, among other activities, on the Columbia River. Bring a picnic to enjoy at the base of the Clover Island Lighthouse and capture a photograph of its silhouette in the sunset. Walk or bike along the picturesque Sacagawea Heritage Trail, a 23-mile (37-kilometer) pathway that parallels the Columbia River and connects the three cities.

Golf enthusiasts can enjoy 18 holes at 10 excellent courses. One example is the Sun Willows Golf Course, designed by the revered golf course architect Robert Muir Graves. Visit the family-owned, boutique and commercial wineries that give Tri-Cities the name the “Heart of Washington Wine Country.” Over 160 wineries are set amid scenic valleys and within a 1-hour drive of the cities.

Get here via intercity trains and buses or catch a domestic flight to Tri-Cities Airport, just outside Pasco. Centrally located in the Pacific Northwest, Tri-Cities is about a 3.5-hour drive from Seattle and Portland. Over 300 sunny days and little rain make Tri-Cities’ famed outdoor recreation enjoyable year-round.

Where to stay in Tri-Cities

Tri-Cities which includes a bridge and a river or creek

South Richland

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in South Richland, Columbia Point Golf Course and Yakima River are top sights worth seeing.

South Richland
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Tapteal West

While Tapteal West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Center Mall and Columbia Point Golf Course.

Tapteal West
Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
2525 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA
The price is AU$150 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$150
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pasco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,341 reviews)
"Convenient location near the airport, spacious."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center
Clover Island Inn

Clover Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
435 Clover Island Dr, Kennewick, WA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$149 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$149
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kennewick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,861 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and check in and out was flawless. Easy access and felt comfortable and safe."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Clover Island Inn
The Lodge at Columbia Point

The Lodge at Columbia Point

4 out of 5
530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA
The price is AU$311 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$311
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Richland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Work Trip
"I always stay here when I can for my business trips and always comfortable and welcoming environment."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Lodge at Columbia Point
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
2 Bed/1 Bath-sleeps 6, pets allowed-Central Location in Cul de Sac

2 Bed/1 Bath-sleeps 6, pets allowed-Central Location in Cul de Sac

2 out of 5
Kennewick
Stay at this apartment in Kennewick. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Toyota Center and The REACH Museum are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
"Check in and check iut very easy. Everything was provided! Wifi access,small little extras like creamer for coffee, laundry detergent and dryer sheets. The location was close to everything I needed to go. Anthony responds very quickly."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

2 Bed/1 Bath-sleeps 6, pets allowed-Central Location in Cul de Sac
Wine tasting from this eco-friendly home with stunning views.

Wine tasting from this eco-friendly home with stunning views.

Benton City
Stay at this vacation home in Benton City. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chandler Reach Winery and Tucannon Cellars ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
Great wine tasting HQ.
"Jim is a great host. Perfect location for wine tasting in the valley."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Wine tasting from this eco-friendly home with stunning views.
Historic River Front Farmhouse Near Wineries-Private waterfront! Winery tour!

Historic River Front Farmhouse Near Wineries-Private waterfront! Winery tour!

Prosser
Stay at this vacation home in Prosser. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hinzerling Winery and City Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Class of 93
"Third summer retreat with HS girlfriends. Thank you! Same time next year… ;)"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Historic River Front Farmhouse Near Wineries-Private waterfront! Winery tour!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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