South Auburn, WA
Tacoma
Visit South Auburn
Popular places to visit

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 acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Port of Tacoma
Explore the waterfront in Tacoma with a trip to Port of Tacoma. Take in the 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.

Museum of Glass
Watch some of the world’s best glassblowers demonstrate their skills and admire 20th- and 21st-century glass artworks at this extraordinary museum.

LeMay Car Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at LeMay Car Museum during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
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

4 Day Seattle City and the Verdant Landscapes of Washington State

French Cooking Class in Seattle (Includes 4-Course Meal)

Authentic Italian Cooking Class in Seattle (5-Course Meal)
South Auburn Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Auburn
Everyone was really nice. Clean environment, especially the rooms. Breakfast was good. Swimming area was clean too.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG
Room was good and booking was great. I wanted a late check out and couldn’t since there was a big group coming. It was fine.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Great Staff, Clean
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Coast Gateway Hotel
Clean hotel with very pleasant staff, nice breakfast and timely shuttle to airport. Will stay there again.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Hotel Murano
Great!
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Convenient and comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around South Auburn

North Auburn
While visiting North Auburn, you might make a stop by sights like Emerald Downs and Green River.

Lakeland South
Lakeland South is well-liked for its lake views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Auburn area, you might plan a trip to Wild Waves Theme and Water Park or Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection.

Lakeland North
Lakeland North might not have many top sights, but The Commons at Federal Way and Cinemark Century Federal Way are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Edgewood
If you're spending some time in Edgewood, Pacific Slot Car Raceways and Jupiter Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Tacoma
While Northeast Tacoma might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dash Point State Park and Port of Tacoma.

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.
