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.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium during your holiday to Tacoma. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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 great live music and lively festivals.
Museum of Glass
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Glass in Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the great live music 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Pacific Lutheran University
Enjoy the student vibe at Pacific Lutheran University during your visit to Tacoma. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Eastside
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Great
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
The room was clean and tidy. The hotel was great! The staff were friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend this hotel and I will definitely come back here again.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Coast Gateway Hotel
Very clean and friendly helpful staff. We were happy to stay there. We loved the location—super close to airport and walking distance to restaurants. Continental breakfast
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
Room was good, I appreciated the shuttle to and from the airport.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Murano
Great place to stay in Tacoma for a friend golf trip.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Interurban Seattle Airport SeaTac
The room was very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
Lincoln International District
When in Lincoln International District, you can plan a visit to Tacoma Mall and LeMay Car Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Eastside Travel Guide
- Emerald Queen Casino
- Joint Base Lewis-McChord
- Muckleshoot Casino
- Washington State Fair Events Center
- The Boeing Company
- Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center
- Lake Tapps
- Museum of Glass
- Nisqually Red Wind Casino
- Angle Lake Park
- ShoWare Center
- Wild Waves Theme and Water Park
- LeMay Car Museum
- Point Defiance Park
- Pacific Lutheran University
- Starfire Sports Complex
- MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
- BJ's Bingo
- The Outlet Collection
- Emerald Downs
- South Hill Mall
