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
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tacoma in December
Estimated hotel price
$115
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 Houston and takes around 4h 41m.

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 Movly and Rent-A-Wreck, 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 Houston and takes around 4h 41m.

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 Movly and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Seattle.

Airports near Tacoma

PAEEverett Paine Field
LKESeattle Lake Union Spb
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Tacoma

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,589 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,260 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,654 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,368 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,776 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,516 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,379 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,627 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tacoma

Average rates range from around $184 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $84 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 Plus Tacoma Hotel. 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 98% 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, 785 reviews)
$215+
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Silver Cloud Inn - Tacoma Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1525 reviews)
$215+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3261 reviews)
$99+
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Hotel Murano
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1904 reviews)
$135+
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Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.8, 1506 reviews)
$103+
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Best Western Lakewood
2 stars
Good (7.7, 683 reviews)
$93+
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Renting a car in Tacoma

Renting a car in Tacoma costs $46 per day, on average, or $185 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 31% cheaper than airport locations in Tacoma.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Tacoma is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tacoma costs $46 per day, on average, or $185 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 31% cheaper than airport locations in Tacoma.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Tacoma is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tacoma

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$36/day

Economy
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