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15 Best Things To Do in Tacoma, Washington

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About Tacoma, Washington


Sitting on the splendid Puget Sound, Tacoma is the most populated city in Washington, followed closely by Spokane. The city is rich in culture, scenery, and cuisine, owing to the number of restaurants and outdoor activities that have sprawled across the region in the past few decades.

The Point Defiance Park is the perfect place to find it all - botanical gardens, historical sites, forests, hiking trails, and beaches to relax on. Meanwhile, the Museum Row is a history lover’s dream-come-true since it features several museums, displaying everything from classic cars to rare manuscripts found in Tacoma and its surroundings.

Travelers who are mesmerized by natural beauty might want to take a trip to the nearest Mount Rainier National Park and enjoy the scenic views of the Cascade Mountain Range.

Current Conditions

Weather in February


1.5" of rainfall
38.5 ° average temp
8.1" of snow

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Tacoma Weather by Month


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Places to Stay in Tacoma


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Tacoma. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Tacoma


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Tacoma.



Best Things to do in Tacoma, WA


These are the best things to do in the greater Tacoma area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Tacoma


Point Defiance Park

Point Defiance Park

Based on 218 Reviews
Canopy Tours Northwest

Canopy Tours Northwest

Based on 97 Reviews
Seattle Ballooning

Seattle Ballooning

Based on 50 Reviews


Museums in Tacoma


Venardos Circus

Venardos Circus

Based on 49 Reviews
Seattle Guitar Teacher

Seattle Guitar Teacher

Based on 45 Reviews
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Based on 38 Reviews


Restaurants in Tacoma


Melon Seed Deli & Frozen Yogurt

Melon Seed Deli & Frozen Yogurt

Based on 743 Reviews
Wolfe Club Coffee Roasters

Wolfe Club Coffee Roasters

Based on 134 Reviews
Manifesto Coffee

Manifesto Coffee

Based on 85 Reviews


Nightlife in Tacoma


Thirsty Hound Drinkery

Thirsty Hound Drinkery

Based on 47 Reviews
Seattle Guitar Teacher

Seattle Guitar Teacher

Based on 45 Reviews
Erawan Sports Bar & Grill Thai Cuisine

Erawan Sports Bar & Grill Thai Cuisine

Based on 37 Reviews


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Based on 175 Reviews
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Based on 97 Reviews
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