Tacoma, WA
Travel Guide
Visit Tacoma
Where to stay in Tacoma
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.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Feast Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Tacoma
While Northeast Tacoma might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dash Point State Park and Port of Tacoma.
New Tacoma
If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Museum of Glass and hop on the metro to see more the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
Stadium District
While Stadium District isn't home to many top sights, Pantages Theater and Foss Waterway Seaport are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hotel Murano
"The hotel is decent but the decor for the floors was weird. I get highlighting different artist but I didn’t like the display on for 7 since we had kids with us. My biggest problem with this hotel was how inaccessible it was. The main door wasn’t automatic or had an ADA button, I can’t remember about ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
"Clean room and easy parking"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
The INN at Gig Harbor
"The breakfast was very good and the staff member who managed the breakfast was excellent. Tables were cleaned off as soon as people were done and the staff member was very helpful. The waffles were Excellent!!!"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Fort Lewis Extended Stay Motel - JBLM
"For the price I paid the room was fine! The property manager is friendly and helpful! It was a very basic room."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Saffire Villa
38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!
"Great communication with the host! The boat was secured, clean and tidy! The boat did not rock at night during our stay. We took our Grandson with us and he loved the small bed! Having a private parking spot was great too for the location was walking distance from downtown! We spent a lot of time ..."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Popular places to visit
Tacoma Dome
Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
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 acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium during your trip to Tacoma. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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.
Tacoma Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tacoma Mall during your trip to Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.
Pacific Lutheran University
Explore the campus of Pacific Lutheran University during your stay in Tacoma. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.
