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 December
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tacoma in December
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 15 miles 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 Las Vegas and takes around 2h 47m.

Car

Another option to get to Tacoma is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 25 miles from Tacoma. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Payless, among others, in Seattle.

Plane

When flying to Tacoma, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 15 miles 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 Las Vegas and takes around 2h 47m.

Car

Another option to get to Tacoma is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 25 miles from Tacoma. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Payless, among others, in Seattle.

Airports near Tacoma

PAEEverett Paine Field
LKESeattle Lake Union Spb
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Tacoma

KLM
Good (1,599 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,295 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,278 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,466 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,118 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,228 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,712 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,698 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,485 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,029 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,891 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,543 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,411 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,633 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tacoma

Average rates range from around $181 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $85 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 Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 800 reviews)
$215+
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Silver Cloud Inn Tacoma
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1539 reviews)
$193+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Tacoma
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 568 reviews)
$122+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3315 reviews)
$90+
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Hotel Murano
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1910 reviews)
$112+
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Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 582 reviews)
$106+
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Renting a car in Tacoma

Renting a car in Tacoma costs $65 per day, on average, or $260 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Tacoma is Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tacoma costs $65 per day, on average, or $260 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Tacoma is Standard (Toyota 4Runner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tacoma

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

Intermediate
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