Tacoma, WA
Travel Guide
Visit Tacoma
Where to stay in Tacoma
Downtown Tacoma
In the central business district, this thriving museum and university area boasts attractions like the Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, and Washington State History Museum. Explore historic sites such as Old City Hall Building and Union Station, while enjoying the revived retail and dining scene.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ruston
Travelers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
New Tacoma
If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Tacoma Art Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Cinemark Century Point Ruston.
Hotel Murano
The hotel is adequate but old and tired. The bathroom floor in our room needed attention. The room faced a busy street, and there was street noise during the night.
Reviewed on 24 March 2026
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
I will definitely choosing this Best Western as my next hotel stay. Very clean and quiet and the view of downtown is best.
Reviewed on 22 March 2026
Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife
Staff was nice, room was clean and food was good.
Reviewed on 23 March 2026
Tacoma Tiny House
I enjoyed my stay at this cozy tiny home while I visited Tacoma. Shannon was very kind and responsive. I felt safe and it was perfect for my solo travel. Thank you!
Reviewed on 14 March 2026
Mrs Jensen's Bakery Suite... a very sweet suite
Lovely little apartment in a beautiful neighborhood. Very comfortable for a short stay. We enjoyed walking the neighborhood looking at all of the old stately homes. Easy drive to everything we wanted to do. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 March 2026
NEW - Puyallup Downtown Duplex
Everything is in great condition. Very nice place to stay for activities at the State Fair Grounds, close to dining options, lots of parking, mostly quiet (there is a train nearby). The beds were comfortable. Could use better lighting in the master bath over the sinks, the bulbs were very dim. Hard ...
Reviewed on 3 March 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 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.
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 great live music and lively festivals.
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 entertainment choices 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.
Point Defiance Park
Explore the great outdoors at Point Defiance Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
