Tacoma, WA

Travel Guide

Tacoma showing a city, a bay or harbor and a marina
Gig Harbor featuring a marina, a bay or harbor and forest scenes
Gig Harbor showing a bay or harbor and a marina
Gig Harbor which includes a bay or harbor
Tacoma showing a marina, a bay or harbor and a city

Where to stay in Tacoma

Tacoma which includes a city

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.

Downtown Tacoma
#Trovember #Food

South Tacoma

3.5/5(161 area reviews)

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
A blast from the past and fixture in Tacoma.

North End

5/5(25 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.

North End
Spring is in the air.

Ruston

Travelers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ruston
Tacoma which includes a city

New Tacoma

3.5/5(587 area reviews)

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 the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.

New Tacoma
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium which includes marine life

West End

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Point Defiance Park.

West End
Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano

4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza Tacoma WA
The price is AED 409 per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
AED 409
AED 470 total
29 Dec - 30 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (2,756 reviews)
The staff was AMAZING!!

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Hotel Murano
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

4 out of 5
1820 E 29th St Tacoma WA
The price is AED 592 per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
AED 592
AED 678 total
25 Dec - 26 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,432 reviews)
Nice and clean room, pretty spacious

Reviewed on 15 December 2025

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

2 out of 5
5201 20th St E Fife WA
The price is AED 198 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
AED 198
AED 227 total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Fife. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,455 reviews)
Gret place for truckers tobp a rk safe locations

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife
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.
38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!

38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!

Gig Harbor WA
Stay at this houseboat in Gig Harbor. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Skansie Brothers Park and Grandview Forest Park are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
We celebrated my birthday aboard this stunning 38’ luxury yacht, and it exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the experience felt elegant, intimate, and effortlessly relaxing. The yacht is beautifully appointed and offered a serene, upscale escape on the water. The harbor was glowing ...

Reviewed on 15 December 2025

38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!
Northend Charmer! Your own Private space and bathroom in Tacoma’s beautiful NE.

Northend Charmer! Your own Private space and bathroom in Tacoma’s beautiful NE.

Tacoma WA
Stay at this vacation home in Tacoma. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Great property and Great owner. Absolutely responsible, totally recommend!!!

Reviewed on 19 October 2025

Northend Charmer! Your own Private space and bathroom in Tacoma’s beautiful NE.
Spacious 46' Yacht: Luxury, kayaks, walk to town

Spacious 46' Yacht: Luxury, kayaks, walk to town

Gig Harbor WA
Stay at this houseboat in Gig Harbor. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Skansie Brothers Park and Grandview Forest Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Our stay was fantastic! This boat was so charming, cozy, and well-kept. We loved how close it was to town and how safe and peaceful our experience was. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing little adventure!

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

Spacious 46' Yacht: Luxury, kayaks, walk to town
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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Reviews of Tacoma

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
211
5 - Excellent 21%
4 - Good
454
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
285
3 - Okay 28%
2 - Disappointing
35
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
20
1 - Terrible 2%

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Crime,overall look of city.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It is very pretty, however due to the virus most places were closed

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Everything was closed due to current health concerns.

1/5 - Terrible

Tab

The down town industrial district is nice and they have good food if you look for it. But overall Tacoma is not a place to stop.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love the vastness and beautiful views.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful.