Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Tacoma travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tacoma

With a population of 198,397, Tacoma is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tacoma has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Tacoma

If you’re looking for affordable options, STEEL CREEK TACOMA (1114 Broadway) and WOVEN Seafood & Chophouse by Roy Yamaguchi (3017 Ruston Way) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Amor Wine + Tapas (705 Pacific Ave) and Cooper's Food and Drink (5928 N 26th St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Tacoma.

When to visit Tacoma

Tacoma in November
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tacoma in November
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tacoma in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Tacoma, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to Tacoma

Plane

When flying to Tacoma, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 24 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tacoma include Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Tacoma departs from Oakland and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Tacoma is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 41 km from Tacoma. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Movly, among others, in Seattle.

Plane

When flying to Tacoma, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 24 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tacoma include Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Tacoma departs from Oakland and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Tacoma is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 41 km from Tacoma. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Movly, among others, in Seattle.

Airports near Tacoma

BFISeattle King County/Boeing
PAEEverett Paine Field
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Tacoma

Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,690 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,451 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,832 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,388 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,630 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tacoma

Average rates range from around $183 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $86 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma and Best Western Lakewood. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Tacoma, with prices from $49 to $395 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Tacoma are about 99% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Tacoma by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Tacoma

Most booked hotels in Tacoma

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Silver Cloud Hotel Pointruston
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 793 reviews)
$215+
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Silver Cloud Inn - Tacoma Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1534 reviews)
$205+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Tacoma
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 565 reviews)
$122+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3290 reviews)
$89+
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Hotel Murano
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1909 reviews)
$136+
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Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 579 reviews)
$107+
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Renting a car in Tacoma

Renting a car in Tacoma costs $50 per day, on average, or $202 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Tacoma.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Tacoma (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Tacoma is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tacoma costs $50 per day, on average, or $202 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Tacoma.

Expect to pay $4.62 per gallon in Tacoma (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Tacoma is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tacoma

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$31/day

Intermediate

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact
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