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 great live music and lively festivals.
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.
Port of Tacoma
Explore the waterfront in Tacoma with a trip to Port of Tacoma. Take in the lively festivals 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.
Eastside Hotel Deals
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Nice room but pillows are uncomfortable and air conditioner did not seem to cool. Would have liked a robe for going to pool. Some hotels have in room. I guess you have to ask when you check in at this one.
Reviewed on 2026/3/30
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Friendly & accommodating desk staff. Very clean & comfortable room. Lots of great space to explore & hang out in about the hotel. Nearby lake walk.
Reviewed on 2026/4/2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
breakfast was great
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Coast Gateway Hotel
Second time staying here and it’s been great.
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Hotel Murano
Pictures look good online. Rooms are in desperate need of work. Carpet unclean, drapes falling apart, mold in the ceiling cracks.
Reviewed on 2026/4/2
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
Ok
Reviewed on 2026/4/2
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 W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory are top sights worth seeing.
New Tacoma
If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Tacoma Art Museum 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.
