Tri-Cities Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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This collection of three cities in eastern Washington is famous for its award-winning wineries, golf courses, watersports and nuclear power plant.

From wine, watersports and nuclear energy to museums, shopping and golf, the Tri-Cities area has a wealth of recreational and cultural activities to enjoy. Tri-Cities is comprised of the cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland. The three cities are in the eastern Washington region, where the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers come together.

Although Tri-Cities is three cities in one, getting around the major attractions is made easy by an extensive network of public buses. Alternatively, rent a bicycle and explore over 200 miles (320 kilometres) of bikeways. 

Discover Tri-Cities’ science and hydroelectric power heritage at Richland’s museums. Join a tour of the Hanford Site, noted for its role in producing the atomic bomb dropped over Nagasaki in 1945. Learn about wind energy at the Nine Canyon Wind Farm Visitor Centre. Spot geological, wildlife and indigenous artifacts at the Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science and Technology. 

At Kennewick’s East Benton County Historical Museum, see the casting of the skull from the skeleton of a 9,000-year-old male found nearby. Tri-Cities’ rivers and waterways make the area popular for watersport fans. Enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and windsurfing, among other activities, on the Columbia River. Bring a picnic to enjoy at the base of the Clover Island Lighthouse and capture a photograph of its silhouette in the sunset. Walk or bike along the picturesque Sacagawea Heritage Trail, a 23-mile (37-kilometre) pathway that parallels the Columbia River and connects the three cities.

Golf enthusiasts can enjoy 18 holes at 10 excellent courses. One example is the Sun Willows Golf Course, designed by the revered golf course architect Robert Muir Graves. Visit the family-owned, boutique and commercial wineries that give Tri-Cities the name the “Heart of Washington Wine Country.” Over 160 wineries are set amid scenic valleys and within a 1-hour drive of the cities.

Get here via intercity trains and buses or catch a domestic flight to Tri-Cities Airport, just outside Pasco. Centrally located in the Pacific Northwest, Tri-Cities is about a 3.5-hour drive from Seattle and Portland. Over 300 sunny days and little rain make Tri-Cities’ famed outdoor recreation enjoyable year-round.

Where to stay in Tri-Cities

Tri-Cities which includes a river or creek and a bridge

South Richland

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in South Richland, Columbia Point Golf Course and Yakima River are top sights worth seeing.

South Richland
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Tapteal West

While Tapteal West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbia Center Mall and Columbia Point Golf Course.

Tapteal West
Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
2525 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA
The price is ₹7,311 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
₹7,311
₹8,622 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pasco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,334 reviews)
"Amenities and lobby are very nice"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center
Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Columbia Center

Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Columbia Center

3.5 out of 5
1101 N Columbia Center Blvd, Kennewick, WA
The price is ₹7,622 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹7,622
₹8,704 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kennewick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,290 reviews)
"Very quiet and convenient to everything we wanted"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Columbia Center
Clover Island Inn

Clover Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
435 Clover Island Dr, Kennewick, WA
The price is ₹8,685 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹8,685
₹9,883 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kennewick. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,874 reviews)
"Clean and safe"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Clover Island Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
2 Mi to Badger Mountain: Hot Tub Haven!

2 Mi to Badger Mountain: Hot Tub Haven!

3 out of 5
Richland
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Richland. Enjoy in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sacajawea Heritage Trail and Bookwalter Winery are ...
2 Mi to Badger Mountain: Hot Tub Haven!
Chic Washington Wine Country Vacation Rental!

Chic Washington Wine Country Vacation Rental!

3 out of 5
Pasco, WA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly cottage in Pasco. Enjoy free parking, a marina and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Columbia Point Golf Course and ...
Chic Washington Wine Country Vacation Rental!
West Richland Home w/ Vineyard & Mountain Views!

West Richland Home w/ Vineyard & Mountain Views!

3 out of 5
2908 Tennessee Walker Ave, West Richland, WA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in West Richland. Enjoy free parking, a marina and air conditioning. Popular attractions Red Dot Paintball and Tagaris Winery are ...
West Richland Home w/ Vineyard & Mountain Views!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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