West End Travel Guide
Tacoma
Visit West End
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Mount Rainier National Park Small Group 1-Day Tour from Seattle with Lunch
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Seattle Post-Cruise Tour Package
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in West End
Hotel Murano
"Clean hotel/rooms were very modern .great view of the city and of Mt Rainier. We had an issue with no wash cloths in the room and no working hotel phone to call the desk. Also the front desk put us on hold when we called with our cell phone and never came back on. Went to the desk and the person ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"Good place to stay"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle SeaTac Airport
"Good staff service and helpful shuttle"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South
"I love the big window. I can see the airplanes all the time. And also the far away lake view~"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Room was small with only one chair"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North
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Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West End
Downtown Tacoma
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Tacoma. Top attractions like Pantages Theater and Museum of Glass are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Convention Center Station or Commerce Street Station to see more of the city.
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ruston
Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
