Downtown Auburn Travel Guide
Tacoma
Visit Downtown Auburn
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 theatre 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 search for that perfect souvenir at Tacoma Mall during your stay in Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Pacific Lutheran University
Enjoy the student vibe at Pacific Lutheran University during your visit to Tacoma. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music 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.
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 Grand 4-Hour City Tour
Mount Rainier National Park 1-Day Tour from Seattle
Timepass Auburn Escape Room Adventures Book Karmageddon Now
Top hotels in Downtown Auburn
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"It was to cold to enjoy the pool but we enjoyed our stay! It had everything we needed… there will be return visits!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
"Country Inn and Suites was an amazing place to stay. The staff went above and beyond to help me navigate through getting my passport expedited and getting to pier 91 for a cruise. The hotel is close to the airport and their shuttle service was also so helpful! The atmosphere at the hotel is alive ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Seatac Airport
"Staff are courteous"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center
"The best place to stay just outside of seatac, hands down."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
"This was just a really great place to stay near SeaTac. I just needed to be close to the airport for an early flight, and it was convenient and well maintained. It is an older building but you can tell it has been taken care of. I have seen some brand new hotels that just don’t get cleaned or maintained. ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Steps to Foothills Trail: Unique Carbonado Studio
"The tiny house had what was advertised.. a small cozy place. We stayed in container 3 and loved our first experience in a tiny container home. BBQ grill and outdoor vibes were amazing."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Auburn
South Auburn
If you're spending some time in South Auburn, The Outlet Collection and FieldhouseUSA Auburn are top sights worth seeing.
North Auburn
While visiting North Auburn, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Downs and Green River.
Lakeland North
Though Lakeland North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Commons at Federal Way and Emerald Downs.
Lakeland South
Lakeland South is well liked for its lake views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Auburn area, you might plan a trip to Wild Waves Theme and Water Park or Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden.
Edgewood
While visiting Edgewood, you might make a stop by sights like Pacific Slot Car Raceways and Jupiter Tennis Center.
Northeast Tacoma
When in Northeast Tacoma, you can plan a visit to Dash Point State Park and Port of Tacoma, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
