Eastside, WA
Tacoma
Popular places to visit
Tacoma Dome
Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Washington State Fair Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Washington State Fair Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Visit a red wolf habitat, watch polar bears swim and see elephants in a simulated forest environment at this unique zoo and aquarium.
Tacoma Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tacoma Mall during your trip to Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Point Defiance Park
One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.
Pacific Lutheran University
Explore the campus of Pacific Lutheran University during your stay in Tacoma. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
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Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Authentic Italian Cooking Class in Seattle (5-Course Meal)
Eastside Hotel Deals
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Hotel was amazing, very clean and room (King Deluxe) was comfortable and homely. Wish they had microwave but overall is going to be our place to stay on our trips moving forward
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Rooms were out dated ( dark and gloomy) . Pricey breakfast. Staff great with reliable shuttle service.
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Great place to stay by the airport
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Seatac Airport
The front desk staff were very kind and informative with information about shuttles, nearby restaurants, etc. Pro: there is a free shuttle from the airport and back. Unfortunately, although somewhat clean, it was outdated, and our room had a huge gap around the door frame so big you could actually ...
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center
Hôtel un peu vieillot, mais facile d’accès à partir de SEATAC. Connexion facile au Link Rail aussi. Bon rapport qualité-prix pour la région.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
I arrived late and left early for a morning flight, so I barely got to experience the hotel. But the room was clean, spacious, and had everything I needed. What really stood out was the staff. Since I had to leave before breakfast started, they handed me a breakfast bag and let me grab a free cup ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Eastside
South End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South End and surrounding area, you can visit Tacoma Mall and Tacoma Dome.
Waller
Waller is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to BJ's Bingo and Emerald Queen Casino while you're in town.
Downtown Tacoma
In the central business district, this thriving museum and university area boasts attractions like the Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, and Washington State History Museum. Explore historic sites such as Old City Hall Building and Union Station, while enjoying the revived retail and dining scene.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.
New Tacoma
If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Tacoma Union Station Rotunda and hop on the metro to see more the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
South Tacoma
While you're in South Tacoma, take in top sights like Tacoma Mall and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.
