Downtown Tacoma Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Tacoma
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 lively festivals 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Activities
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Seattle Post-Cruise Tour Package
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Our pick of the best Downtown Tacoma Hotel Deals
Hotel Murano
"Easy check in. Nice restaurant and bar. Great location with parking (paid). I would stay again."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
"My stay was great overall. Location to my event was perfect being only a couple of blocks away."
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North
"Easy place to stay for a night. Allows dogs."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"I enjoyed my stay, but my side of the hotel was noisy. I was surprised I had to pay or upgrade to get a quieter room. Hotels should consider insulating windows and doors to improve guest comfort."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Confusing layout and signage for the wings rooms. Understaffed front desk in the morning. I returned with my rental car, loaded, and went to pay for the parking. My car was there for 1/2 hour, and I was charged $24.95! I was given a phone number to call to have the fee returned."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle SeaTac Airport
"Close to airport. Good parking. Accessible."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on 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.
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
Travellers 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 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.
