Tri-Cities, WA

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Tri-Cities which includes a garden
Tri-Cities featuring views, a bridge and a river or creek
Tri-Cities which includes a garden
Tri-Cities featuring a bridge and a river or creek
Tri-Cities featuring a river or creek and a bridge
This collection of three cities in eastern Washington is famous for its award-winning wineries, golf courses, watersports and nuclear power plant.

From wine, watersports and nuclear energy to museums, shopping and golf, the Tri-Cities area has a wealth of recreational and cultural activities to enjoy. Tri-Cities is comprised of the cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland. The three cities are in the eastern Washington region, where the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers come together.

Although Tri-Cities is three cities in one, getting around the major attractions is made easy by an extensive network of public buses. Alternatively, rent a bicycle and explore over 200 miles (320 kilometers) of bikeways. 

Discover Tri-Cities’ science and hydroelectric power heritage at Richland’s museums. Join a tour of the Hanford Site, noted for its role in producing the atomic bomb dropped over Nagasaki in 1945. Learn about wind energy at the Nine Canyon Wind Farm Visitor Center. Spot geological, wildlife and indigenous artifacts at the Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science and Technology. 

At Kennewick’s East Benton County Historical Museum, see the casting of the skull from the skeleton of a 9,000-year-old male found nearby. Tri-Cities’ rivers and waterways make the area popular for watersport fans. Enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and windsurfing, among other activities, on the Columbia River. Bring a picnic to enjoy at the base of the Clover Island Lighthouse and capture a photograph of its silhouette in the sunset. Walk or bike along the picturesque Sacagawea Heritage Trail, a 23-mile (37-kilometer) pathway that parallels the Columbia River and connects the three cities.

Golf enthusiasts can enjoy 18 holes at 10 excellent courses. One example is the Sun Willows Golf Course, designed by the revered golf course architect Robert Muir Graves. Visit the family-owned, boutique and commercial wineries that give Tri-Cities the name the “Heart of Washington Wine Country.” Over 160 wineries are set amid scenic valleys and within a 1-hour drive of the cities.

Get here via intercity trains and buses or catch a domestic flight to Tri-Cities Airport, just outside Pasco. Centrally located in the Pacific Northwest, Tri-Cities is about a 3.5-hour drive from Seattle and Portland. Over 300 sunny days and little rain make Tri-Cities’ famed outdoor recreation enjoyable year-round.

Where to stay in Tri-Cities

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South Richland

4.5/5(166 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Richland, Columbia Point Golf Course and Yakima River are top sights worth seeing.

South Richland
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Tapteal West

Tapteal West might not have many top sights, but Columbia Center Mall and Columbia Point Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tapteal West
Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
2525 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA
The price is ¥11,972 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
¥11,972
¥14,156 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pasco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,345 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying at the Red Lion Inn in Pasco. The breakfast was exceptional. The pool was really nice. We loved the food at the Grizzly Bar. The beds were comfortable and the room was spacious. We would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center
Clover Island Inn

Clover Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
435 Clover Island Dr, Kennewick, WA
The price is ¥13,662 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
¥13,662
¥15,580 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kennewick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,879 reviews)
Comfortable; needs updating. Good value
"Comfortable bed and the AC was quiet. The continental breakfast was average. No decaf coffee though. The waterside view was nice and the hotel is within walking distance of restaurants. The hotel is in need of an update."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Clover Island Inn
The Lodge at Columbia Point

The Lodge at Columbia Point

4 out of 5
530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA
The price is ¥25,054 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥25,054
¥28,177 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Richland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent, friendly stadd"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

The Lodge at Columbia Point
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
2 Bed/1 Bath-sleeps 6, pets allowed-Central Location in Cul de Sac

2 Bed/1 Bath-sleeps 6, pets allowed-Central Location in Cul de Sac

2 out of 5
Kennewick
Stay at this apartment in Kennewick. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Toyota Center and The REACH Museum are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (19 reviews)
Clean and well appointed
"The property was clean, it was in a cul-du-sac with other 4-plexes around the drive. Quiet location, close in location to good food and easy access to other amenities like grocery store, gas, freeway access etc. The communications were excellent and the property manager was attentive to my ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

2 Bed/1 Bath-sleeps 6, pets allowed-Central Location in Cul de Sac
Wine tasting from this eco-friendly home with stunning views.

Wine tasting from this eco-friendly home with stunning views.

Benton City
Stay at this vacation home in Benton City. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Chandler Reach Winery and Tucannon Cellars are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Great location for Benton City area!
"Wonderful home and great host! Very thorough instructions on everything. It was exactly as advertised. Sat out back and watched the beautiful sunrise with coffee every morning. Walked down the street to a great winery one day. Very comfortable with 5 adults and a baby for 4 days. We will look to ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Wine tasting from this eco-friendly home with stunning views.
Historic River Front Farmhouse Near Wineries-Private waterfront! Winery tour!

Historic River Front Farmhouse Near Wineries-Private waterfront! Winery tour!

Prosser
Stay at this vacation home in Prosser. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hinzerling Winery and City Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"The old house is charming and clean. It’s cool that the property goes down to the river."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Historic River Front Farmhouse Near Wineries-Private waterfront! Winery tour!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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