Eastside Travel Guide
Tacoma
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
LeMay Car Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at LeMay Car Museum during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Eastside
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
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Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
The facility was very clean. The hotel is in a great location. We were able to walk to most places. Suggestion for the breakfast is to maybe add bacon as a meat option.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Staff was great and very friendly. Room was a smaller queen but it was just me. Everything worked and it was very clean. And being right next to the airport, it's very oddly quiet. Across the parking lot is a very nice restaurant and Expedia gave me a $10 credit for restaurant. (I use Expedia a bit...) ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Murano
Clean room and fantastic staff!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Convenient and comfortable
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
Good place
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
Downtown Tacoma
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Tacoma. Top attractions like Pantages Theater and Museum of Glass are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Convention Center Station or Commerce Street Station to see more of the city.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
