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In Tacoma, museums range from iconic spots to local favorites. Below are some of the best options to explore.

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museums in Tacoma

Discover 7 museums in Tacoma. Real reviews, verified locations, and practical details to plan your visit to United States.

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7 Museums in Tacoma

LeMay - America’s Car Museum
Popular

4-story museum on an 8-acre campus displays cars, trucks & motorcycles in historic & tech exhibits.

Car Enthusiasts
History Buffs
Families
Vintage Cars
Automotive History Exhibits
Motorcycle Collection
Varies
Museum of Glass
Popular
Tacoma

Diverse indoor & outdoor glass-art exhibits plus a cone-shaped studio with working artists.

Art Lovers
Tourists
Families
Glass Art Exhibits
Working Artists Studio
Cone-shaped Building
Varies
Washington State History Museum
Popular

Museum exploring Washington state's history through high-tech exhibits such as a big model railroad.

Families
History Buffs
Train Enthusiasts
High-tech Exhibits
Big Model Railroad
Washington State History
Varies
Tacoma Art Museum
Popular
Tacoma

Exhibits feature Dale Chihuly glass works, European Impressionism, Japanese prints & American art.

Art Lovers
Tourists
Students
Dale Chihuly Glass Works
European Impressionism
Japanese Prints
Varies
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Popular

Re-creation of the first Puget Sound European settlement, with a fort & costumed interpreters.

History Buffs
Families
Students
Historical Re-creation
Costumed Interpreters
Early European Settlement
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Job Carr Cabin Museum
Popular

A to-scale replica of an 1865 frontier home, this museum offers history exhibits about the city.

History Buffs
Families
Tourists
Frontier Life Exhibits
1865 Replica Cabin
Tacoma History
Varies
Karpeles Manuscript Museum

Stately museum in a parkside locale with a rotating exhibition schedule of historic manuscripts.

History Buffs
Book Lovers
Educators
Rotating Manuscript Exhibitions
Rare Historical Documents
Ancient Artifacts
Varies

Plan Your Trip to Tacoma

Now that you've explored the best museums in Tacoma, it's time to start planning your trip. Here are some tips to make the most of your visit:

  • Create a personalized itinerary based on your interests.
  • Check opening hours and admission fees for each attraction.
  • Consider purchasing a city pass for potential discounts.
  • Plan your transportation between attractions.
  • Read recent reviews for up-to-date information.
  • Book accommodations in advance, especially during peak season.
  • Learn a few basic phrases in the local language.
  • Pack comfortable shoes for walking and exploring.