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Popular places to visit

Tacoma Dome

Tacoma Dome

3/5(6 reviews)

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.

Tacoma Dome
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium showing marine life

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

5/5(2 reviews)

Visit a red wolf habitat, watch polar bears swim and see elephants in a simulated forest environment at this unique zoo and aquarium.

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Puyallup Fairgrounds

Puyallup Fairgrounds

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a stop at Puyallup Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Puyallup Fairgrounds
Museum of Glass showing night scenes and modern architecture

Museum of Glass

5/5(21 reviews)

Watch some of the world’s best glassblowers demonstrate their skills and admire 20th- and 21st-century glass artworks at this extraordinary museum.

Museum of Glass
Port of Tacoma

Port of Tacoma

Explore the waterfront in Tacoma with a trip to Port of Tacoma. Take in the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Port of Tacoma
Point Defiance Park featuring a garden

Point Defiance Park

One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.

Point Defiance Park

Activities

The Premier Float Spa Experience

The Premier Float Spa Experience

NZ$165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Premier Float Spa Experience
Mt. Rainier National Park: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour

Mt. Rainier National Park: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour

NZ$573
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Mt. Rainier National Park: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Tacoma Puzzling Adventure

NZ$58
per traveller
Tacoma Puzzling Adventure
[Silver] Vancouver 1-Day Bus Tour from Seattle

Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle

NZ$315
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
1-Day Mount Rainier National Park Tou

Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle

NZ$298
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Small Group Seattle Day Tour Major Attractions and Afternoon Tea & Deli

Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions

NZ$280
per adult
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
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Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG
Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG
3 out of 5
8402 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$205 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$205
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"The room is nice and clean, the staffs are very nice and professional and quick for checked-in process."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8045 S HOSMER ST, Tacoma, WA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$226
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (956 reviews)
Modern and clean
"The property was clean, modern, and the bed was comfortable. The gym equipment was functional. Staff was friendly and helpful. It is a little bit noisy due to its proximity to the freeway, but it didn’t bother me with earplugs. Area is not the safest in Tacoma, but there is parking very close to ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG
2.5 out of 5
8601 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA
The price is NZ$197 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$197
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Comfortable
"Decent room, comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG
Studio 6 Tacoma, WA - South
Studio 6 Tacoma, WA - South
2 out of 5
1811 South 76th Street, Tacoma, WA
The price is NZ$162 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$162
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tacoma. Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino are located nearby.
6.6/10 (82 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. The rooms were nice. Loved the beds. Very comfy."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Studio 6 Tacoma, WA - South
Hotel Murano
Hotel Murano
4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
The price is NZ$297 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$297
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (2,440 reviews)
"I love staying at the Murano, it’s clean and the staff are amazing everytime."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Hotel Murano
Coast Gateway Hotel
Coast Gateway Hotel
3.5 out of 5
18415 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA
The price is NZ$334 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$334
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,327 reviews)
"Excellent location for airport & only a short walk for catching train into Seattle. Friendly staff on reception. Room was adequate for our stay with housekeeping on request."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Coast Gateway Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around South End

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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.

South Tacoma
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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.

Eastside
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Monta Vista

Monta Vista is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Stina's Cellars and Regal Lakewood.

Monta Vista
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Midland

While Midland isn't home to many top sights, Tacoma Mall and Tacoma Dome are some notable places to visit nearby.

Midland
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Parkland

If you're spending some time in Parkland, LeMay Museum at Marymount and Paradise Lanes Entertainment Center are top sights worth seeing.

Parkland
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Hilltop

If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.

Hilltop

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