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Tacoma, Washington

Tacoma, located at the foot of Mount Rainier and along the shores of Commencement Bay, was established in 1865. The name Tacoma is derived from the Native American name for Mount Rainier – “Tacobet” meaning Mother of Water. Tacoma-Pierce County has been named as one of the most livable areas in the country due in part to its Point Defiance Park, one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. Enjoy the scenic Five Mile Drive which allows access to many of the park's attractions, such as Fort Nisqually and the Point Defiance Zoo among many other sightseeing locations. Tacoma Cultural attractions include the Tacoma Art Museum and the Museum of Glass, both of which feature works by the City’s world-renowned local artist, Dale Chihuly.

The Tacoma-Seattle area (often referred to as SEATAC) is situated on the vibrant and culturally diverse Pacific Rim which offers no shortage of opportunities – from tracking down Asian cuisine and cultural delights to starting an internship at a global trading company. A quick hour drive of Tacoma will land you in the beautiful Cascade or Olympic Mountain Ranges where you can camp and hike in the majestic setting.

Seattle, only 40 miles north of Tacoma, offers shopping, the Space Needle, the New Experience Music Project and stunning architecture. A stop to Pike’s Place market will tempt your senses with local and regional fruits vegetables and flowers. Seattle’s cultural scene flourishes with art, music, theatre and festivals including the country’s largest International Film Festival.

Links to Local Tourist Websites:
All Tacoma
Washington Tourism
Tacoma Regional Convention and Visitor Bureau

Tacoma Newspapers:
Tacoma Daily Index
Tacoma News Tribune