Museum of Glass
Featuring a number of works by Dale Chihuly, rotating exhibitions, and live glassmaking demonstrations, the Museum of Glass is one of Tacoma's most popular attractions. www.museumofglass.org

The Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
Situated in the scenic Point Defiance Park, The Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium features hundreds of animals in a wide range of real life habitats, as well as a 240,000 gallon Outer Reef environment. www.pdza.org

Tacoma Art Museum
This downtown museum houses a rotating collection of Northwest art, as well as a large collection of Chihuly and Impressionist pieces. www.tacomaartmuseum.org
* TAM is also one of our favorite Tacoma Film Festival venues!

Point Defiance Park
Pt. Defiance Park and Owens beach have more than 700 acres of woodland and beachfront trails. The park also houses several different gardens and gathering spaces. Website

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
This living history museum recreates a mid-19th century experience of the Washington territory. Website

Washington State History Museum
Features a number of interactive exhibits, and numerous historical artifacts. Website

Union Station
An architectural relic from the golden age of railroad travel. 
www.unionstationrotunda.org

W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory
Located in the historic Wright Park (just a few blocks from the Grand Cinema!), this early-20th century conservatory houses a huge collection of tropical plants. Website

Tacoma Dome
In addition to being a highly distinguishable landmark, the Tacoma Dome hosts a number of concerts, sporting events and conferences. 
www.tacomadome.org

Broadway Center for the Performing Arts; the Pantages Theater
Located in Tacoma's scenic Theater District, these two collaborative theaters host a number of plays, opers, concerts and speakers year-round. 
www.broadwaycenter.org

Pantages Theater

Rainier National Park
Centered around the stunning and majestic volcano, this national park offers plenty to explore, including old growth forests, scenic meadows, and Mount Rainier itself. 
Website

Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad
This piece of Washington's history is the longest continuously operational steam engine railroad in the Pacific Northwest, offering a scenic ride through the foothills of Mount Rainier. 
www.mrsr.com

Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
A 723-acre wildlife park that showcases numerous animals of the Northwest throughout the tram tour, including bears, wolves and deer, as well as miles of hiking trails.  
www.nwtrek.org

LeMay Car Museum
This vast collection of over 3,000 vehicles, many of them historic, originated as one couple's private collection but has since been housed and opened to the public.  
www.lemaymuseum.org

Tacoma Children's Museum
Features a number of permanent exhibits and hands-on activities for kids and adults, as well as rotating and seasonal activities.  
www.childrensmuseumoftacoma.org

Tacoma Musical Playhouse
A non-profit community theatre company that produces musical theater exclusively.  
www.tmp.org

Tacoma Mall
The largest shopping center in Tacoma features a number of both department stores and small boutiques.  
Website

Maxwell's
(253) 683-4115
454 St. Helens Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.maxwells-tacoma.com

Infinite Soups
(253) 274-0232
445 Tacoma Avenue S
Tacoma, WA 98402
http://infinitesoups.com

The Matador
(253) 627-7100
721 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
matadorrestaurants.com

India Mahal
(253) 272-5700
823 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.indiamahal.com

Galanga Thai Cuisine
(253) 272-3393
1129 Broadway
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.galangthai.com

Fujiya Japanese Restaurant
(253) 627-5319
1125 Court C #1
Tacoma, WA 98402
http://fujiyatacoma.com

Varsity Grill
(253) 627-1229
1114 Broadway
Tacoma, WA 98402
http://varsitygrill.com

Quickie Too
(253) 572-4549
1324 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
www.hillsidequickie.com

Red Hot
(253) 779-0229
2914 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
www.redhottacoma.com 

The Ram Restaurant & Brewery
(253) 756-7886
3001 Ruston Way
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.theram.com

Mad Hat Tea Company
(253) 441-2111
1130 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.madhattea.com

Wild Orchid
(253) 627-5889
3023 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406

Asado
(253) 272-7770
2810 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
http://asadotacoma.com

Pacific Grill
(253) 627-3535
1502 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.pacificgrilltacoma.com

Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
(253) 272-8200
1924 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
http://indochinedowntown.com

Farrelli's Pizza
(253) 759-1999
3518 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
www.farrellispizza.com

Hob Nob Restaurant & Lounge
(253) 272-3200
716 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405

Southern Kitchen
(253) 627-4282
1716 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
www.southernkitchen-tacoma.com

Shakabrah Java
(253) 572-2787
2618 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405

Over the Moon Cafe
(253) 284-3722
709 Court C/Opera Alley
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.overthemooncafe.net

Harmon Brewery & Tap Room
(253) 212-2725
204 St. Helens Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Website 

Paddy Coyne's Irish Pub
(253) 272-6963
815 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.paddycoynes.net 

Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern
(253) 756-0771
3211 Ruston Way
Tacoma, WA 98406
www.katiedowns.com

Antique Sandwich Company
(253) 752-4069
5102 North Pearl Street
Ruston, WA 98407
www.katiedowns.com

Mandolin Cafe
(253) 761-3482
3923 South 12th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
www.themandolincafe.com

Silk Thai Cafe
(253) 756-1737
3401 6th Avenue #F
Tacoma, WA 98406
www.silkthaicafe.com

Corina Bakery
(253) 627-5070
510 6thAvenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.corinabakery.com

Minoela
(253) 503-1460
604 S. Fawcett Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
http://minoelabistro.com

Doyle's Public House
(253) 272-7468
208 St. Helen's Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.doylespublichouse.com

Satellite Coffee
(253) 953-7773
817 Division Avenue #B
Tacoma, WA 98403

Caffe Dei
(253) 572-2550
2607 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406

Puget Sound Pizza
(253) 383-4777
317 South 7th
Tacoma, WA 98402

The Harmon Hub
(253) 683-4606
203 Tacoma Avenue South
Tacoma, WA 98402
http://hub.harmonbrewingco.com

Tempest Lounge
(253) 272-4904
913 Marin Luther King Jr. Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
www.tempestlounge.com

1022 South
(253) 627-8588
1022 South J Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
www.1022south.com

MASA
(253) 254-0560
2811 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
www.masatacoma.com

Duke's Chowder House
(253) 752-5444
3327 Ruston Way
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.dukeschowderhouse.com

Hello, Cupcake
(253) 383-7772
1740 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.hello-cupcake.com

The Melting Pot
(253) 535-3939
2121 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.meltingpot.com

El Gaucho
(253) 272-1510
2119 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
www.elgaucho.com