Parkland Travel Guide
Tacoma
Popular places to visit
Pacific Lutheran University
Enjoy the student vibe at Pacific Lutheran University during your visit to Tacoma. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
Tacoma Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tacoma Mall during your stay in Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in Parkland
Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South
The room was clean and very spacious, the toiletries provided were great, and it was quiet. There's a fridge as well as a safe in the room. I only stayed one night and checked out early in the morning, so I can't comment on how the housekeeping is. There's a bar and an Indian restaurant on the first ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Clean and quiet room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Murano
Great downtown location. Close to the Tacoma Dome. Nice, on site restaurant was very handy.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
HomeTowne Studios Tacoma - Puyallup
Best hotel ever
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Steps to Foothills Trail: Unique Carbonado Studio
The tiny house had what was advertised.. a small cozy place. We stayed in container 3 and loved our first experience in a tiny container home. BBQ grill and outdoor vibes were amazing.
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont
Very dated, my room had a faint cigarette smell. Breakfast was meh. It worked but I wouldn’t personally go back.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkland
South End
While South End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tacoma Mall and Tacoma Dome.
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.
Waller
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Waller and you might want to plan a stop by BJ's Bingo and Emerald Queen Casino while you're in the area.
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.
