Downtown Tacoma
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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
Explore the campus of University of Washington Tacoma during your visit to 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 theater 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
Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour
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
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Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Downtown Tacoma
Hotel Murano
Great downtown location. Close to the Tacoma Dome. Nice, on site restaurant was very handy.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Very comfortable
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
It was great
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
The Bistro in the lobby of the hotel had excellent meal options, as well as wine and cocktail options. The setting is lovely, great location, down the street is Museum Row.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
There is no fridge in the room We had our maintenance fix the TV!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
The airport shuttle was easy to connect, although the airport signage was a little confusing. The room was clean and updated. Breakfast was well stocked and had many different options. Excellent staff!
Reviewed on May 7, 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 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
While visiting Central Tacoma, you might make a stop by sights like 6th Ave and Cheney Stadium.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eastside and surrounding area, you can visit 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.
