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Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS
Murray Bridge is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

1. Murray Bridge

I-509, Tacoma, WA
Bridge · Downtown Tacoma · 4 tips and reviews

PCL ConstructionPCL Construction: This project for the City of Tacoma involves the full rehabilitation of a 99-year-old vertical lift bridge over the Foss Waterway in Tacoma, Washington. Read more.

Tacoma Narrows Bridge is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

2. Tacoma Narrows Bridge

Hwy 16, Tacoma, WA
Bridge · 21 tips and reviews

Ana Marie A.Ana Marie Alameda: It's cheaper to cross the bridge with a Good To Go pass. If you don't have one, save a buck by going through the toll booths.

Cheney Stadium is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

3. Cheney Stadium

8.4
2502 S Tyler St, Tacoma, WA
Baseball Stadium · Central Tacoma · 34 tips and reviews

Paul S.Paul Swortz: Great baseball experience and a bargain! Read more.

Antique Row is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

4. Antique Row

7.3
743 Broadway, Tacoma, WA
Antique Store · Downtown Tacoma · 1 tip

Urban Gardener A.Urban Gardener Antiques: Come for the antiques, stay for the vintage clothing, garden shop, restaurants, Tully's, nightlife, furniture, candy, maternity, toys, gifts, jewelry, non-profits, wine shop...

Stadium High School is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

5. Stadium High School

111 N E St, Tacoma, WA
High School · Downtown Tacoma · 5 tips and reviews

Meghan M.Meghan McInerny: Stop and indulge in the memory of Heath Ledger serenading Julia Stiles in 10 Things I Hate About You.

Chihuly Bridge of Glass is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

6. Chihuly Bridge of Glass

8.6
Btwn Pacific Ave & Dock St, Tacoma, WA
Art Gallery · Downtown Tacoma · 12 tips and reviews

Doug G.Doug Gaynor: Be sure to look UP at the Sea Forms. They are amazing.

Museum of Glass is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

7. Museum of Glass

8.5
1801 Dock St, Tacoma, WA
Art Museum · Downtown Tacoma · 32 tips and reviews
Tacoma Art Museum is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

8. Tacoma Art Museum

7.8
1701 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA
Art Museum · Downtown Tacoma · 9 tips and reviews

Tim M.Tim Mezen: art walk every 3rd Thursday .... totally worth it

Washington State History Museum is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

9. Washington State History Museum

7.8
1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA
History Museum · Downtown Tacoma · 11 tips and reviews

10. LeMay - America's Car Museum

9.3
2702 E D St, Tacoma, WA
Museum · Downtown Tacoma · 23 tips and reviews

Dave B.Dave Baker: one of the best car museums I've ever seen....a must visit for any car junkie...

University of Washington Tacoma is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

11. University of Washington Tacoma

1900 Commerce St (Tacoma Campus), Tacoma, WA
University · Downtown Tacoma · 17 tips and reviews

Brandon S.Brandon Smith: Beautifully small campus, have a nice stroll.

University of Puget Sound is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

12. University of Puget Sound

1500 N Warner St (Alder & 14), Tacoma, WA
University · North End · 2 tips and reviews

Brandon S.Brandon Smith: Great little campus to visit and take a stroll.

Wright Park is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

13. Wright Park

8.7
501 S I St (btw Division Ave & 6th Ave), Tacoma, WA
Park · Downtown Tacoma · 15 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lum: The conservatory is stunning!

W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

14. W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory

7.9
316 S G St, Tacoma, WA
Historic and Protected Site · Downtown Tacoma · 3 tips and reviews
Point Defiance Park is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

15. Point Defiance Park

9.5
5400 N Pearl St, Ruston, WA
Park · 35 tips and reviews

Metro Parks TacomaMetro Parks Tacoma: 702-acres of natural forest, saltwater beaches and spectacular views! Visit in the winter when the crowds have are gone!

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

16. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

8.6
5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA
Zoo · West End · 53 tips and reviews

NASANASA: PDZA is proud to be an Arctic Ambassador Center. These approved organizations strive for bear friendly exhibits with lots of enrichment activities to stimulate the bears to be active and content!

Titlow Park is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

17. Titlow Park

7.8
8425 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
Park · West End · 5 tips and reviews

18. Broadway Center for the Performing Arts

7.5
901 Broadway (S 9th and Broadway), Tacoma, WA
Performing Arts Venue · Downtown Tacoma · 3 tips and reviews

Debbie M.Debbie Mischo: If you see something you really want to see,even if it's the same day, check for tickets.They've been really good about getting us into shows with great seats even on the same day of the performance.

Peterson Bros. 1111 is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

19. Peterson Bros. 1111

8.5
1111 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA
Bar · Downtown Tacoma · 23 tips and reviews

Rod R.Rod Rothin: Best food with old skool Tacoma crew!

The New Frontier Lounge is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

20. The New Frontier Lounge

6.7
301 E 25th St, Tacoma, WA
Bar · Downtown Tacoma · 7 tips and reviews

owen r.owen robinson: Go support local music.

Top of Tacoma Bar & Cafe is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

21. Top of Tacoma Bar & Cafe

9.0
3529 McKinley Ave (at E Harrison St), Tacoma, WA
Bar · Eastside · 35 tips and reviews

Sebrina B.Sebrina Brown: My fav bar in Tacoma! ALL of the food is AMAZING...especially the 253 Thursday Tacos!

The Swiss is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

22. The Swiss

1904 Jefferson Ave (At S 19th St), Tacoma, WA
Bar · Downtown Tacoma · 37 tips and reviews

Doug G.Doug Gaynor: Check out the Chihuly glass pieces that are above the bar. They are fantastic!

Doyle's Public House is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

23. Doyle's Public House

8.7
208 St Helens Ave (Btwn S 2nd St & S 4th St), Tacoma, WA
Pub · Downtown Tacoma · 46 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Get a Jamesons -- everyone else has! (Check the empty bottles lining the walls.) Read more.

Bob's Java Jive is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

24. Bob's Java Jive

7.7
3230 S Ferry St., Tacoma, WA
Dive Bar · South Tacoma · 3 tips and reviews

JasonJason: It's shaped like a coffee pot, has cold beer, is divey and just a blast to get wasted in.

Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

25. Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern

8.2
3211 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA
Pizzeria · North End · 31 tips and reviews

Justin D.Justin D.: Great pizza. Deep dish and full of toppings. It's a challenge to finish two pieces.

Adriatic Grill - Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

26. Adriatic Grill - Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar

4201 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA
Italian Restaurant · South Tacoma · 51 tips and reviews

John L.John Louderback: This is the best place for happy hour early or late and if you want to get brownie points with the misses bring her here for a fabulous Italian meal without going the expense of going to Italy. Have M

THEKOI Japanese Cuisine is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

27. THEKOI Japanese Cuisine

7.9
1552 Commerce St (at S 17th St), Tacoma, WA
Sushi Restaurant · Downtown Tacoma · 22 tips and reviews

Brian H.Brian Haynes: Best sushi in T-town!

Johnny's Dock Restaurant & Marina is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

28. Johnny's Dock Restaurant & Marina

6.8
1900 E D St (Btwn E 18th St & E 19th St), Tacoma, WA
Seafood Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Adria M.Adria McMichael: Amazing bartender, go for happy hour to try a variety of food.

29. Steamers Seafood Cafe

8.4
8802 6th Ave (S Seashore Dr), Tacoma, WA
Seafood Restaurant · West End · 21 tips and reviews

ScottScott: Great place for seafood by the water. Summer time is a great time to eat outside or in the park.

MARROW Kitchen and Bar is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

30. MARROW Kitchen and Bar

2717 6th Ave (at N Anderson St), Tacoma, WA
Gastropub · North End · 12 tips and reviews

Heather V.Heather Valtee: Wait staff is fabulous, especially Benny and Anna! Cocktails are amazing. Food is delicious. <3

Frisko Freeze is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

31. Frisko Freeze

8.5
1201 Division Ave, Tacoma, WA
Burger Joint · North End · 45 tips and reviews

Ron G.Ron Geier: 1. Shakes are amazing, 2. try a hot dog, they are deep fried. 3. Fries are excellent. 4. Quintessential Northwest Burger.

Marcia's Silver Spoon Cafe is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

32. Marcia's Silver Spoon Cafe

7.4
2601 South Tacoma Way (at Fife St), Tacoma, WA
Diner · South Tacoma · 30 tips and reviews

Shaun G.Shaun Gill: The best breakfast in town. Period.

Stonegate Pizza and Rum Bar is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

33. Stonegate Pizza and Rum Bar

7.2
5421 S Tacoma Way (at 54th), Tacoma, WA
Pizzeria · South Tacoma · 23 tips and reviews

NW M.NW MotorScooters: Great lunch specials. AMAZING pizzas.

Valhalla Coffee Roasters is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

34. Valhalla Coffee Roasters

8.9
3918 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA
Café · Central Tacoma · 27 tips and reviews

Angela S.Angela SpunkysCreations: Seriously smooth, amazingly fresh, locally roasted coffee. Yum yum!

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

35. Bluebeard Coffee Roasters

8.9
2201 6th Ave (at State St), Tacoma, WA
Coffee Shop · North End · 17 tips and reviews

robert r.robert rasmussen: Get a mocha with an extra shot. It's absolutely delicious.

Corina Bakery is one of Best spots in Tacoma, WA #visitUS.

36. Corina Bakery

8.8
602 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA
Bakery · Downtown Tacoma · 35 tips and reviews

Natalie B.Natalie Burdick: For vegans, the pumpkin loaf and Aztec cupcakes are a must (and good enough for omnivores too)