West End Travel Guide
Tacoma
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Titlow Park
Explore the great outdoors at Titlow Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.
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 theatre scene.
Things to do
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
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Vancouver Canada One Day Bus Tour from Seattle
Small Group Seattle Full Day Tour W/ All Major Attractions
Top hotels in West End
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Great staff, easy check in and check out, great shuttle service
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
We recently stayed here for a one-night visit, and it was a very positive experience overall. It’s a great choice for travelers who need a reliable and comfortable place for a quick stay. Close to SeaTac airport. Since we had a very early departure, we weren't able to sit down for a full meal, ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Very nice staff, great location and breakfast was nice. I found the bed too soft but I am sure many people like that.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Seatac Airport
Free breakfasts food was not good
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
The Red Roof Inn at Seattle Airport was awesome. Our room was very clean, the shower actually drained when showering instead of standing in a foot of water. How many times are you at a hotel and the shower drain can’t keep up. The shuttle to the airport was very convenient.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North
Convenient for one night between flights. Beds comfortable and room clean
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Ruston
Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Fircrest
While Fircrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cheney Stadium and Tacoma Nature Center.
Central Tacoma
If you're spending some time in Central Tacoma, 6th Ave and Cheney Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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 Museum of Glass and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
