Downtown Tacoma Travel Guide
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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
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
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Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
Top hotels in Downtown Tacoma
Hotel Murano
"I've stayed at this property several times over the years, it was a favorite in Tacoma. Common areas need an update, carpets are worn, broken glass in elevators, etc. Room didn't have an iron or ironing board, would have expected for a business/convention type hotel. Had booked a mountain view room, ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
"Had a nice stay. Only negative was the pool is shut down without notice online which is why we chose this location for the kids. However the staff did compensate us with free parking for the inconveniences."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
"The beds were comfy, great pillows. Staff were helpful and friendly. Parking was easy and plenty of it. Will definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"All round pleasant stay made all the more enjoyable by the helpful staff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Please fix elevator 2. We got stuck on it four times during our stay."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
"This must have been a smoking hotel in its history. The smell was disgusting. The carpet was thread bare and filthy. We had to wear our socks in the shower for fear of what may be in it. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Tacoma
New Tacoma
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 of the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.
Central Tacoma
If you're spending some time in Central Tacoma, 6th Ave and Cheney Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While there might not be top attractions in Eastside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tacoma Dome and LeMay Car Museum.
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.
