2026 Tacoma Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in March)
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I refuse to go to crowded places to take photos of cherry blossoms
Standing under the cherry blossom tree in uniform for the last time.
Wearing camouflage and counting over 1,000 sunsets, this time I can finally see the finish line. Counting the days until retirement, the rain we got caught in together, the sleepless nights, the officers we scolded... all have become memories that make me smile. Just like this cherry blossom tree, it should fall when it blooms the fullest. Some things, like camouflage green, will forever be dyed into my life.
This is Tacoma Community College, completely empty. You can find angles to take really good photos. The University of Washington is just too crowded; I’ve taken photos there before, and it feels like the flowers there are getting whiter.
Photos 2-3 are from Wapato Park; just look for the basketball court and you’ll see many cherry blossom trees.
Lucy_Bennett57
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The feeling of Seattle is unparalleled.
Seattle downtown, the romantic Mount Rainier, a city where you can look at the snow-capped mountains from any corner, especially when the weather is good, the view is better! Here are 6 places in Seattle downtown to take photos of Mount Rainier.
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Ferry
The ferry from Downtown to Bainbridge Island can take a straight angle to the snow-capped mountains, full of retro feelings.
2 Ruston Way Park
Walking up the small slope of the park, you can take photos of the city scenery of Tacoma, the lake and the snow-capped mountains, which is very atmospheric.
Address: Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98407
3 Ferris Wheel
Here, you can overlap the dreamy Ferris wheel and the huge Mount Rainier, which is visually shocking.
Address: 2226 Elliott Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
4 Kite Park
The end of the road is the snow-capped mountains. This is a very classic place to shoot Mount Rainier. It is recommended to use a telephoto lens to shoot, which can better capture the oppression of the distant snow-capped mountains. At the end of the road, there is also a coffee shop Caffé D'arte, where you can also check in the snow-capped mountains.
Location: 13802 Canyon View Blvd E, Bonney Lake, WA
Price_Deirdre_67
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What A Gorgeous City 🏙️❤️
There is so much to see and do and we just scratched the surface.
We did a lot of walking but also used taxis and metro and took a trolley tour.
The list is endless that we fitted in to such a short space of time - tour of US Capitol, Washington Monument (buy tickets ahead of time on the National Park's Website), Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, White House, Ford's Theatre (enjoyed A Christmas Carol in this quaint theatre), Union Station, National Cathedral,and endless Museums.
Wouldn't hesitate in recommending this fabulous city for anyone looking for a long weekend or week away - plenty to see, do and just enjoy the whole atmosphere of this capital city.
Having never been to Washington D.C. I did not know what to expect. The City is beautiful, with wonderful architecture, museums and great restaurants. We stayed at the Mayflower Renaissance Hotel; centrally located and we could walk to the White House. The hotel was beautiful and the service was great; better than I could have hoped for. Stayed seven nights and still did not see everything. Rode the Metro the whole time were there and it was very simple to figure out. I am proud to call this the capitol of our country.
#awesomepic #couplestrip #deliciousfood #foodie #us #usatrip #citylife #dc #washingtondc #beauty #flowers #cupcakes #building #architecture #Gorgeous #summervacation #spring #cold9°#musem #art #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #tripblazers #travel #cafe #bucketlistreboot
Arabella am
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Dried Flowers Dome Workshop in
Marymount
Did this as an activity to celebrate a friend’s birthday. We all had fun though the activity will require some patience (that we ran out of nearing the end cause we were hungry)
The instructor was really patient and nice and sat near us so whenever we ran into any problems we could easily ask her
The selection of dried flowers was quite extensive. Overall we had fun and we spent about 2.5hours doing the round globe it turned out quite nice.
#couplestrip There was a large variety of dried flowers which we could choose from and therefore large room for originality and customisations. The instructor shared some useful starters and tricks on floral arrangement and guided us patiently whenever we had questions. We signed up because their pricing is very affordable compared to other floral courses which are around the same duration. Would strongly recommend this activity to friends or couples looking to spend quality together. The only downside is that the location is secluded (deep in an industrial building)so just remember to refer to the directions whatsapped by the vendor as they're still in the middle of updating the klook page with the link
Pei Lpm
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Missing in
Missing international travels... especially summer in snow mountains! Great hiking trip for anyone looking for some fun!
#leaveyourmark
#hiking#nationalpark#urbanexplorer
CarolinaBFC
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A little p
A little post Thanksgiving dinner hike.
_GG***44
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I mentione
I mentioned the United States, what do you think of?
Intentional indulgence? Open freedom? Still a nightlife of paper drunken fans?
Look tired of the bustling New York street scene and LA's sparkling star
not as good as Tacoma experience a unique tram American Italian
as the port city of Washington
Tacoma most famous The attraction is the Straits Suspension Bridge
Today I found a different play experience in this port city
in a tram with a retro accent
like the United States/hh in the 90s / Have eaten delicious American meal
go to Warehouse and friends to drink beer
slightly sour mellow beer just dissolved undigested meals
after eating enough
I still have to go to the video game room to play in the last century's table pinball
a whole day of happiness are hidden in the bit of life
Molly_Chang.
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Jay bahd
Jay bahd
Jay bahd
#couplestr
#couplestrip #birthday
Kamiko Shade
Trying out
Trying out a newly Cajun New Orleans styled restaurant in Tacoma,Wa!
Aquaab
One-day trip around Point Defiance
Rare good weather, finally visited the much-anticipated Point Defiance.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium are together, and booking online saves a few dollars. Although it looks quite large in area, it doesn’t feel very big... maybe because I was comparing it to Beijing Wildlife Park and Singapore Zoo. It’s recommended to follow the keeping chat schedule, where keepers interact with animals (feeding them). You can see Mount Rainier from the park. There is a plaza cafe in the park to grab a bite.
Point Defiance Park, Dune Peninsula, and Point Ruston Waterfront all feel like they are close together. This area is great for viewing Mount Rainier, walking, and some people are kayaking. I chatted about photography with a local Tacoma uncle on a hill. He even showed me his Instagram and asked to follow each other later.
The piers around here are all very beautiful, almost made me hesitate to change my itinerary. With limited time, I stopped at Les Davis Pier. A small regret was not visiting Owen Beach.
EnchantedSoul1234
Seattle's super cool car museum!
Seattle has a somewhat niche but truly worth visiting car museum.
The LeMay Car Museum is a vibrant hall of American car culture.
1. Rich collection, truly a "kaleidoscope of cars": The museum's collection spans different eras and models, from elegant streamlined classic cars, powerful American muscle cars, to highly personalized custom cars, and even movie star cars. Whatever style you love, you can find your favorite here.
2. Immersive exhibits, a return to the golden age: The coolest part of the museum is its unique exhibition style. It doesn't just line up cars; it recreates vintage gas stations, old repair shop signs, and neon lights to create a time-traveling atmosphere. You feel like you're walking down an American small-town street from over half a century ago, surrounded by classic masterpieces from various eras.
3. Visually striking special exhibits: The museum is full of unforgettable "treasures." For example, a red motorcycle shaped like a giant high heel shoe, whose creativity and fun far exceed ordinary vehicle displays, fully showcasing the whimsical side of car culture.
4. Attention to detail and interactive experience: As seen in the photos, the vehicles are very well maintained with shiny paint. The museum also has photo spots encouraging visitors to participate, not just observe.
In summary, the "cool" of the LeMay Car Museum lies in using cars as a medium to vividly tell a story about design, industry, pop culture, and American life history. It is not only a paradise for car enthusiasts but also an excellent place that offers everyone a novel experience and nostalgic feelings.
💵 Adults $20/person, children free
📍 325 152nd St E, Tacoma, WA 98445
📆 Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm, closed Monday
JacksonByrne64
Alright, alright, you Seattle people have your own Mount Fuji, huh?
Mount Rainier is really beautiful.
First time here 🦐 and I was amazed by the photos!!
And for some reason, I feel like Seattle people are generally smart and low-key.
Wandered around without a plan for several days and really like this city.
This set of photos was taken at the Space Needle.
Space Needle
400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109
It's still incredible to think it was built in 1962.
It was already there before my parents were born!
You can buy tickets together with the nearby Museum of Glass and Museum of Pop Culture; combo tickets are cheaper.
You can park at KOMO Plaza Garage.
The longer you park, the cheaper it gets.
You can also check out the International Fountain nearby.
There’s also a delicious pho place within walking distance.
🍜 Pho Viet Anh
2621 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Actually, I found that Seattle’s attractions are pretty concentrated.
Parking downtown is expensive, and it seems taking a taxi is more convenient.
But since we rented a car this time, we just parked in one place.
Then city walk~
Even on cloudy days in spring, Seattle is very comfortable.
I really like the temperature and humidity 💕
Feels like a place that’s very good for the skin! Love it, love it.
MartinKnutsen
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Tacoma Mall ‘Texas de Brazil’ Steak Buffet
#MayTravelSupport
On the way to Albany, Oregon, USA, a delicious meal at Texas de Brazil, a steak buffet in Tacoma Mall, Washington State 😋 Compared to Texas de Brazil under the Andaz Hotel in Seoul, the store is much bigger, the salad bar is more diverse, and the quality and taste of the steak is much better. Above all, steak is delicious in the US 😋ㅋㅋ Of course, the price is more expensive here, and if you include the tip, it's not a cheap price, but if you like meat, I highly recommend it!! The taste of the steak is much better than in Korea^^ #OverseasTravel #AmericanRestaurants #TexasDeBrazil #SteakRestaurants
SSongSSu
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I had a BL
I had a BLAST at (G)I-DLE’s 2024 World Tour in Seattle, Tacoma. Tacoma itself was also amazing. Looking forward to another trip soon.
SPDS_OOC
Comfy Business Trip
Flew into SEA in Tacoma for a work trip. The ride from the airport was only 30-35 minutes.
The room was nicely decorated to be clean, comfy, and surprisingly homey for a hotel. The king size bed was very comfortable, the desk was long and spacious to work at, and the couch was a nice break from work.
The hotel has a bistro downstairs and several closed by restaurants, making it very convenient for food.
I didn't get to explore much so having the hotel room being this comfortable is very much appreciated
#hotelstay #tacoma #washington #marriott
letsrunaway
Trip.com is so AWESOME!!!
#freehotelstay #trip
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old town Tacoma
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old town Tacoma
_TI***2s
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worst experience ever
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