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United States

Tacoma / The tide is high

MeowScore 😸87/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

July

Experience the lively Freedom Fair on July 4th! 🎆

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january

Celebrate New Year's Eve at First Night Tacoma!

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february

Explore the Museum District during Tacoma Museum Month

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march

Hike through blooming wildflowers at Mount Rainier National Park

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april

Attend the Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade

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may

Enjoy the Tacoma Jazz and Blues Festival

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june

Take a dip in the cool waters of Owen Beach

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july

Celebrate Independence Day at the Tacoma Freedom Fair

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august

Sample local cuisine at the Taste of Tacoma festival

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september

Watch the dragon boat races during Tacoma Ocean Fest

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october

Get spooked at the Tacoma Haunted Hike

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november

Explore the Tacoma Art Museum during the Night at the Museum event

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december

Shop for unique holiday gifts at Tacoma's Holiday Food & Gift Festival

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Tacoma is average, with a mix of high-end and budget options. However, the overall cost of living in the city is relatively high.

Check out the Tacoma Mall for a variety of stores and deals. Consider taking advantage of happy hours and lunch specials for cheaper dining options.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring attractions and city highlights

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring attractions and city highlights

Tacoma is a small city, but has a lot to offer such as Museum of Glass, Point Defiance Park and Tacoma Art Museum.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard American tipping culture

Tipping

15-20%

Standard American tipping culture

Most restaurants accept credit cards. Splitting the bill is common. Remember to tip on the full amount before splitting.

internet situation

great Speed

Decent speeds on average

great Availability

High availability from major providers

great Cellular

Good coverage in urban areas

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking possible

Developing infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent but not ideal

LGBTQ friendly

Numerous LGBTQ-friendly laws

Tacoma is like a cat stuck in a tree, so close yet so far from the excitement of Seattle.

Its paws cling to the edge of the Pacific Northwest, but its gaze is fixed on the stunning views of Mount Rainier.

Things to do

The mainstream

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LeMay - America's Car Museum
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Tacoma Dome
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Chihuly Bridge of Glass
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Museum of Glass
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Point Defiance Park

The mainstream

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LeMay - America's Car Museum

Car-tastic museum with antique cars and interactive exhibits for cats who love the vroom vroom!🚘🐱🏎️

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Tacoma Dome

Claw-some arena for feline fans of sports and concerts, where cats can paw-ty with the crowd.🎤🎸🏀

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Chihuly Bridge of Glass

Fur-tastic Bridge with colorful glass sculptures and pawsome views of the city and harbor.🌉🌅🐾

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Museum of Glass

A-mew-sing museum where cats can watch live glass blowing and see feline-inspired art exhibits. 😺🎨🔥

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Point Defiance Park

Purrfect park full of nature trails, zoo, and beach access for cats who love the outdoors!🌳🐅🌊

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Off the beaten path

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Grit City Grindhouse
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LeMay America's Car Museum
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Point Defiance Park Beach
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Dorky's Arcade
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Wright Park

Off the beaten path

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Grit City Grindhouse

A vintage-style skate shop with skateboards, clothing, and coffee. A hipster haven for cats who love to grind, lounge, and sip on java! 🛹☕😼

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LeMay America's Car Museum

A fascinating museum with vintage cars, motorcycles, and trucks. A must-visit for cats who adore shiny objects and roaring engines! 🚗🏍️🐾

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Point Defiance Park Beach

A secluded beach with stunning views, tide pools, and occasional sea lions. A hidden treasure for cats who want to relax and watch the waves. 🌊🌅😻

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Dorky's Arcade

An arcade with retro and modern games, delicious pizza, and craft beer. A perfect spot for cats who love to play, eat, and drink! 🕹️🍕🍺

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Wright Park

A colorful park with blooming flowers, a serene pond, and a playground. Great for cats who like to stroll, nap under trees, or chase butterflies. 🌸🌳🦋

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biking possible

Developing infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent but not ideal

LGBTQ friendly

Numerous LGBTQ-friendly laws

Mindful meoweler tips

Tacoma's Glass Art Scene

The cat art lover should visit the Museum of Glass to see how these delicate pieces are crafted. Bonus: Every July, Tacoma hosts the Tacoma Glassblowing Studio Tour!

Tacoma's Historic Stadium District

Take a stroll around Stadium High School, known as Pacific High School in the movie '10 Things I Hate About You'. You may also want to visit the antique shops and boutiques, and dine at Twokoi Japanese Cuisine or Shake Shake Shake.

Point Defiance Park

Visit Point Defiance Park, a park featuring a zoo and aquarium, gardens, and hiking trails. Take a walk through the Pagoda and the Rose Garden and view the animals.

Useful external sites

traveltacoma.com

Travel Tacoma↗

Official travel website for Tacoma, Washington

pdza.org

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium↗

Website for Tacoma's popular zoo and aquarium

museumofglass.org

Museum of Glass↗

Website for Tacoma's Museum of Glass, featuring contemporary glass art

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