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
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
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Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Downtown Tacoma
Hotel Murano
Excellent hotel that has great staff members along with beautiful glass items. The beds were very comfortable Felt very safe here.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Nice place
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
Room was ok but we had an awkward person who was not staying at the hotel try and join us at the bar. Completely awkward and disappointing.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Great staff and wonderful atmosphere!!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
The first room I got was filthy and wasn't safe as the safety latch was pulled away and the door handle was loose. The toilet shrieked for a minute after flushing. The corners of the floors, the grout, the doorjambs and more were filthy and gross. The refrigerator looked as if it was dropped out ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
This hotel is in nice condition. Offer a small fridge and microwave in the rooms which is convenient and nice. Staff is always helpful with easy Check-in, checkout. Basic breakfast but I wish they’d offer almond milk for us lactose intolerant guests and some gluten free options and occasional bacon ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Tacoma
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.
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.
