What to do In Tacoma, WA
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Welcome, traveler, to Tacoma. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Tacoma
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Tacoma. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Tacoma? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Tacoma attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
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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.

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.

Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center
Take the family on an outing to Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center during your trip to Federal Way. Wander the seaside and picturesque gardens in the area.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Joint Base Lewis-McChord is just one of the places to see in Joint Base Lewis-McChord, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.
Emerald Queen Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Emerald Queen Casino during your travels in Tacoma? Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Wild Waves Theme and Water Park
Bring your family to Wild Waves Theme and Water Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Federal Way. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
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