Parkland, WA
Tacoma
Popular places to visit
Pacific Lutheran University
Explore the campus of Pacific Lutheran University during your stay in Tacoma. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Tacoma Dome
Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
Washington State Fair Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Washington State Fair Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Visit a red wolf habitat, watch polar bears swim and see elephants in a simulated forest environment at this unique zoo and aquarium.
Tacoma Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tacoma Mall during your trip to Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Point Defiance Park
One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.
Things to do
Woodinville Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic State Ferries
Authentic Italian Cooking Class in Seattle (5-Course Meal)
French Cooking Class in Seattle (Includes 4-Course Meal)
Vancouver to Seattle Private Transfer Service
Parkland Hotel Deals
Hotel Murano
Steps to Foothills Trail: Unique Carbonado Studio
The tiny house had what was advertised.. a small cozy place. We stayed in container 3 and loved our first experience in a tiny container home. BBQ grill and outdoor vibes were amazing.
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
Room and hotel were in great condition. Parking onsite is limited if the hotel is full.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
The INN at Gig Harbor
Clean room. Easy parking. Great location.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
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Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife
The only issue was that my minor granddaughter had to walk through a Smoky Casino to get to the Hotel Lobby and no amenities for a teenager other than swimming if the weather is good.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Parkland
South End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South End and surrounding area, you can visit Tacoma Mall and Tacoma Dome.
Eastside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eastside and surrounding area, you can visit Tacoma Dome and LeMay Car Museum.
South Tacoma
While you're in South Tacoma, take in top sights like Tacoma Mall and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.
Waller
Waller is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to BJ's Bingo and Emerald Queen Casino while you're in town.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Feast Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
Central Tacoma
While visiting Central Tacoma, you might make a stop by sights like 6th Ave and Cheney Stadium.
