5 Cool Things To Do In Tacoma Washington

Tacoma may not be the largest city in Washington, but that hasn’t seemed to matter much. But this is certainly one instance where size doesn’t matter. Over the years, the city has worked hard to establish its own identity, and it’s become a popular destination for people looking for a new place to live or a cool place to visit. With an array of different things to do, Tacoma has a cool atmosphere that appeals to a very diverse group of people. If you ever find yourself in Tacoma, and are looking for some fun things to get into, you won’t have to look too hard. This is one city that knows a thing or two about being fun and trendy. Here are five cool things to do in Tacoma Washington.

Visit the Museum of Glass

Glass is something you see every day, and you probably don’t think much of it. However, you’ll never look at glass the same way after visiting Tacoma’s Museum of Glass. This incredible 75,000 square foot space is “committed to creating a space for the celebration of the studio glass movement through nurturing artists, implementing education, and encouraging creativity.” Opened in 2002, the museum has housed several exhibits over the years including two permanent exhibits.

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Visit Point Defiance Park

All parks were not created equal, and Point Defiance Park is proof of that fact. No matter what type of outdoor fun you enjoy, you’ll definitely be able to find something you love at Point Defiance. This massive parks includes a zoo, an aquarium, a rose garden, and beaches. If you’re looking to spend a day doing something that the whole family can enjoy, a trip to Point Defiance is certainly in order.

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Site See Mount Rainer National Park

With more than 100 years of history, Mount Rainer National Park is a beautiful place that is home to wildlife, trails, mountains, and glaciers. Thousands of years ago, the area that now makes up the park was also home to Native American tribes. These days, countless people flock to the park each year to take in all of the sites. Those who enjoy experiencing the beauty of natural will definitely appreciate taking a trip to Mount Rainer.

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Enjoy Fort Nisqually

Once an important trading post for the Hudson Bay Company, Fort Nisqually now stands as a piece of America’s history. In 1974, the location was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Operating as a museum, Fort Nisqually allows visitors to learn more about the areas rich history while touring the inside of the building.

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Hang out in downtown Tacoma

If you’re not familiar with Tacoma, you may not be expecting much from the city’s downtown area. However, over the years, downtown Tacoma has become full of great shops and restaurants and it’s a pretty great place to hang out. Whether you’re a resident or simply passing through, it shouldn’t be difficult to find something you enjoy in downtown Tacoma.

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