Downtown Tacoma
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Popular places to visit
Museum of Glass
Watch some of the world’s best glassblowers demonstrate their skills and admire 20th- and 21st-century glass artworks at this extraordinary museum.
University of Washington Tacoma
Walk around the campus at University of Washington Tacoma during your stay in Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Tacoma Art Museum
Don’t miss one of Tacoma’s top cultural attractions, which is among the most prestigious museums in the Northwest region.
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.
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.
Things to do
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
Top hotels in Downtown Tacoma
Hotel Murano
"Clean room which it was great but the breakfast was not warm enough!!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
"The pool was empty and was the whole reason we booked. No notice of this amenity being off line was frustrating."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
"Great location considering the lower than average price for the room. A view of Mt. Rainier and a perfect clean quiet room. A block up the hill from a cool street with stores and restaurants."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Long wait for airport shuttle"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
"NA"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Tacoma
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ruston
Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 of the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Point Defiance Park are top sights worth seeing.
