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
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.
Top hotels in South Tacoma
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
"The breakfast was a nice perk."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Murano
"The hotel is decent but the decor for the floors was weird. I get highlighting different artist but I didn’t like the display on for 7 since we had kids with us. My biggest problem with this hotel was how inaccessible it was. The main door wasn’t automatic or had an ADA button, I can’t remember about ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Staff went well above standards to provide a trouble free experience."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle SeaTac Airport
"Good staff service and helpful shuttle"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South
"I love the big window. I can see the airplanes all the time. And also the far away lake view~"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Room was small with only one chair"
Reviewed on 22 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.
