South Tacoma Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Tacoma Dome
Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Cheney Stadium
Catch an event at Cheney Stadium during your trip to Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Top hotels in South Tacoma
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
"Upon checking in we were told that the AC was not working but we would be able to open the window and could have a fan for the room. We had already paid for our room so we continued with the booking. We get up to our room and the window are screwed shut. We call and maintained comes and opens it ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Breakfast wasn't good. Couldn't get water till later. Charged for early checking Couldn't sit on patio and smoke had to go to front of building and only 2 benches"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"The room was clean, friendly staff and very convenient to and from the airport."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Hotel Murano
"I wished you had more snacks to offer and items that’s carried in the vending machine because the one that is there doesn’t work and it’s been that way for a long time, like things for a headache, toothbrush, snacks etc"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Quality Inn SeaTac Airport-Seattle
"Hotel was very dirty, rooms had sticky floors, pillows smelled and overall the property is really run down."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
"There is no breakfast. There was no hot water. I took a warm shower. I was very disappointed in the shower. The bed was comfy. The room was clean."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Tacoma
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.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ruston
Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Point Defiance Park are top sights worth seeing.
