Central Tacoma Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Central Tacoma attractions

Cheney Stadium

6.0/10 (2 reviews)
Catch an event at Cheney Stadium during your trip to Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour

Seattle Wine And Snoqualmie Falls Highlights Tour

NZ$247
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Seattle Wine And Snoqualmie Falls Highlights Tour
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle

Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle

NZ$261
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries

Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries

NZ$331
per adult
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle 2-Can-Go

Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch

NZ$296
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Highlights Day Tour from Seattle

NZ$387
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Highlights Day Tour from Seattle
Private Seattle City Tour with Pike Place & Space Needle

Private Seattle City Tour with Pike Place & Space Needle

NZ$793
per traveller
Private Seattle City Tour with Pike Place & Space Needle
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Our pick of the best Central Tacoma Hotel Deals

Tacoma Homestays

Tacoma Homestays

2 out of 5
3023 S 11th St Tacoma WA
The price is NZ$81 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$81
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and 6th Ave are located nearby.
Tacoma Homestays
Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano

4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza Tacoma WA
The price is NZ$217 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$217
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,293 reviews)
"The location to the convention center is very helpful. The art work onsite is one of a kind."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Hotel Murano
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

3 out of 5
3100 South 192nd Street SeaTac WA
The price is NZ$175 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$175
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North

SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North

3.5 out of 5
3000 S 176th St SeaTac WA
The price is NZ$174 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$174
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle SeaTac Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle SeaTac Airport

4 out of 5
19031 International Blvd. SeaTac WA
The price is NZ$239 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$239
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,135 reviews)
"Wonderful property in a fantastic location! The restaurant snd front office staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle SeaTac Airport
Motel 6 Seattle, WA - South

Motel 6 Seattle, WA - South

2 out of 5
20651 Military Rd S SeaTac WA
The price is NZ$127 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$127
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Motel 6 Seattle, WA - South
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Tacoma

Find the best Central Tacoma areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Tacoma
Learn more about Central Tacoma
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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.

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North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Job Carr Cabin Museum and Puget Sound Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Ruston

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

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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.

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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.

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