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Fun 'round Town

Below are some of the amazing attractions around Tacoma.

 

Jump Menu:

Siteseeing

Shopping

Restaurants

 

 

Siteseeing:

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1. Museum of Glass

A dynamic learning environment to appreciate the medium of glass through creative experiences, collections and exhibitions.

http://museumofglass.org
Address:
1801 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: 253.284.4750

2. Tacoma Art Museum

Serves the diverse communities of the Northwest through its collection, exhibitions and learning programs, emphasizing art and artists from the Northwest.

http://tacomaartmuseum.org
Address:
1701 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: 253.272.4258

3. Washington State History Museum

Through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays and dramatic artifacts, learn about the state’s unique people and places, as well as their impact on the country and the world.

http://wshs.org
Address:
1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: 888.238.4373

4. Point Defiance Park

At 702 acres, this is one of the country’s largest parks complete with a zoo, aquarium and spectacular views of Puget Sound.

http://metroparkstacoma.org/
Address:
5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407
Phone: 253.305.1010

5. The Broadway Center for the Performing Arts

With three unique theaters (The Pantages, Rialto and Theatre on the Square), the Broadway Center serves as a vital and valuable arts steward.

http://broadwaycenter.org
Address:
901 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: 253.591.5894

6. Chambers Bay Golf Course

This new 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Robert Trent Jones II is a must play, designed as a walking-only course and in the tradition of true links golf.

http://chambersbaygolf.com
Address:
6320 Grandview Drive W, University Place, WA 98467
Phone: 253.460.GOLF

7. Dash Point State Park

A 398-acre camping park with 3,301 feet of saltwater shoreline on Puget Sound providing excellent opportunities for sea-life study.

http://www.parks.wa.gov
Address:
5700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023
Phone: 888.226.7688

8. Titlow Beach & Park

Great beach for sunbathing, picnicking, launching kayaks and canoes and as an entry point for scuba diving. In addition, there is a large covered picnic shelter with a fireplace and barbecues.

http://www.metroparkstacoma.org
Address:
8425 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98407

 

Shopping:

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1. Savi Day Spa

This beautiful and comfortable atrium space is designed to be a calm getaway from one’s busy lifestyle, offering pedicures, manicures, massages and facial services.

http://www.savidayspa.com
Address:
1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: 253.627.2000

2. Red Line Clothing

Stay ahead of the style curve with designer fashions for men and women.

http://redlinestyle.com
Address:
2503 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
Phone: 253.627.9910

3. BKB & Company

Live and shop art where you can find handmade jewelry, clothing and art for your home, usch as tableware, lamps, clocks and more.

4. Dame Lola

Contemporary women’s apparel offering designer labels and other hard-to-find selections.

5. Ever After

Need to bring home a gift for the kids? Ever After is the perfect find!

6. The Pacific Northwest Shop (Currently Closed Due to Water Damage)

The perfect store to find gifts made in the Pacific Northwest from art to food!

7. Tacoma Mall

150 stores that include Nordstrom, Macy’s, Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch and more.

8. Proctor District

A quaint three-block shopping district with more than 75 businesses offering everything from cafes and restaurants to clothing stores and toy shops.

9. Antique Row

Browse through this downtown antique row for real, quality, and diverse antiques that include historical pieces, jewelry, and furniture.

Restaurants:

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1. El Gaucho

It’s the city’s big-time, downtown steakhouse, where locals and visitors put on their best duds and treat the restaurant as the hip, swanky joint that it is.

http://elgaucho.com
Address:
2119 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.272.1590

2. Pacific Grill

The seasonal menu offers old-fashioned American fare with an upscale Northwest twist, including steaks, fish dishes, wedge salads and more – in a classy and comfortable setting.

http://pacificgrilltacoma.com
Address:
1502 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.627.3535

3. Sea Grill

Warm light colors create a soothing background for the fare offering seafood standards like shellfish, simply prepared fish, lobster tail and king crab legs; carnivores can enjoy the rack of lamb and their choice of steaks.

http://the-seagrill.com
Address:
1498 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA
Phone Number:
253.272.5656

4. C.I. Shenanigan’s

The focus here is fresh, fresh and fresh with a daily updated and extensive menu of the freshest fish and seafood, and only the highest quality steaks around.

http://cishenanigans.com
Address:
3017 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.752.8811

5. TWOKOI

New on the Tacoma scene, TWOKOI brings traditional Japanese cuisine and innovative fusion together.

http://twokoi.com
Address:
1552 Jefferson Ave Suite 100, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.274.8999

6. Indochine

This long, candle-lit space exudes worldly exoticism with a menu focusing on Southeast Asian fusion cuisine, like shrimp tossed with a Thai basil pesto and served over soba noodles.

http://indochinedowntown.com
Address:
1924 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.272.8200

7. Matador

Amongst antique light fixtures and custom ironworks, guests enjoy gourmet Tex-Mex cuisine and choose from the largest tequila inventory in the Pacific Northwest.

http://matadorseattle.com
Address:
721 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.627.7100

8. Asado

Experience the fabulous flavors of Argentina with natural Black Angus steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian options.

http://asadotacoma.com
Address:
2810 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
Phone Number:
253.272.7770

9. Mad Hat Tea Company

A respite from busy lives… a tea shop where relaxation, reading or mingling are all options.

Mad Hat Tea Company
Address:
1130 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone Number:
253.441.2111