Come for a Game and Stay for a While!

Tacoma's Foss Harbor Marina offers the best accommodations for your next trip

Let's face it – traveling by boat is a great way to travel. So the next time your plans call for a trip to Tacoma in the South Puget Sound, take your boat and stay with us! We offer modern slips with up to 50-amp service, wireless Internet service through BroadbandXPress, to-boat deliveries and so much more. And with so many local area attractions, you can easily skip the hassles of driving on the 5 and enjoy a nice sail instead. The Tacoma Dome is a short bus ride away, while downtown Tacoma is just a short walk away. We can also make on-land travel arrangements for you with one of the local Tacoma taxi or limousine services.

For more Tacoma attractions, events, dining information and additional ideas, visit the Tacoma Convention & Visitor Bureau.

Attractions in Tacoma

		Passport to Puget Sound promotion! Get Guest Moorage and a stamp in your passport. In 2010, fifteen Puget Sound Marinas will partner with Northwest Marine Trade Association to offer a new program that will reward visiting boaters. The promotion, Passport to Puget Sound, will kick off at the 2010 Seattle Boat Show on Jan. 29.
		Museum of Glass The Museum of Glass is a fine arts museum dedicated to presenting the medium of glass within the context of contemporary art in all media. The Museum presents the richness and diversity of the art of our time and explores how glass draws from and contributes to the many facets of contemporary art.
		Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium The Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is large enough to offer an awesome array of animals yet small enough to let you get really close to them. It's fun, affordable and offers breathtaking views of the Puget Sound, Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains.
		Seymour Botanical Conservatory Exotic tropical plants and floral displays await you at the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory in Wright Park. This historic glass conservatory, with its distinctive twelve-sided central dome, is listed on the City of Tacoma, Washington State and National historic registers.
		Tacoma Art Museum In May 2003, Tacoma Art Museum opened a new facility twice the size of its previous home, allowing the museum to expand on its vision and mission. The Antoine Predock-designed building, located in the heart of Tacoma’s Cultural District, features flexible exhibition space in a series of galleries that wrap around an open-air interior stone garden.
		Tacoma Dome Nestled in downtown Tacoma, near the waters of Commencement Bay, sits the 6.1-acre Tacoma Dome Entertainment Complex. It’s unique design and technology enhances the sights and sounds for every event.
		Union Station Rotunda This unique, historic setting is perfect for many occasions. Art displays by Dale Chihuly, magnificent marble walls, terazzo floors, and the original glass block flooring in the east balcony area each add a beautiful backdrop to any celebration.
		University of Washington, Tacoma Campus Since opening their doors in 1990, the University of Washington Tacoma has provided high-quality programs leading to bachelor's and master's degrees.
		Working Waterfront Maritime Museum The Museum was incorporated in 1996 to carry on the work begun in the early 1990's by Life on the Sound founders Phyllis Harrison and Mike Vlahovich to create community space to celebrate the art, culture, crafts and skills of Puget Sound's maritime history and maritime community.
		Emerald Queen Casino Whether you're looking for more ways to play or a great place to stay...the Emerald Queen Casino has it all!
		Washington State HIstory Museum The Washington State History Museum is where fascination and FUN come together! People of all ages can explore and be entertained in an environment where characters from Washington's past speak about their lives.

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Dining in Tacoma

		Anthony's Restaurant Anthony’s Restaurants owns and operates a family of 23 waterfront restaurants in 17 locations throughout the Pacific Northwest.
		El Gaucho Steak House There are occasions when nothing less than perfection will do. Special events so momentous, they must be marked and remembered forever. For these, there is only one choice:The spectacular El Gaucho
		Johnny's Dock Perched on City Waterway Johnny's Dock restaurant commands Tacoma's best view. A landmark institution since 1955, Johnny's Dock has been serving customers in the same comfortable style that has continued to make it famous.
		The Melting Pot At The Melting Pot, fondue becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different.
		Old Spaghetti Factory For more than a generation, families and friends have been coming to The Old Spaghetti Factories, located across the United States, to enjoy our delicious food, charming atmosphere and friendly service.
		Ram Restaurant & Brewery Sports, beer and food...
		The Swiss Tavern From it's very beginning, the Swiss Tavern restaurant has served Tacoma some of the finest pub food this side of the Atlantic, plus the tastiest brews to wash it down, and SINCE 1993, they've remained Tacoma's favorite gathering spot for music, dancing, parties, dining and of course, who can forget the BEER?

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Events in Tacoma

		Daffodil Festival April – The Festival is an annual event that culminates in April with a Grand Floral Street Parade, which travels through the cities of Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner and Orting, all in one day.
		Farmer's Market Tuesdays & Thursday, May through October – The Tacoma Farmers Market is a non-profit organization that is operated by a volunteer Board of Directors, paid staff and a handful of generous volunteers. The markets typically offer fresh fruits and vegetables, such as; Strawberries, Apples, Pears, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Eggplant, and Green Beans.
		Taste of Tacoma Late June to Early July – Tacoma's Ultimate Family Festival
		Tall Ships Tacoma July 3-7, 2008 –The 2008 festival will feature many popular events, including a Parade of Sail, tours of vessels, maritime educational workshop and programs, and opportunities to sail aboard a tall ship. There also will be musical entertainment, food vendors, and activities for children
		Maritime Fest Mid to Late September – With 52 miles of shoreline, Tacoma’s past, present and future are integrally connected to the Waterfront.
		Artwalk 3rd Thursday of the month, year round – Artwalk was launched in 1989 by a small but dedicated group of artists and gallery owners to help draw more patronage to the downtown arts scene of Tacoma. Admission to participating museums and galleries is free on this day.
		Zoolights Late November through December – The Zoo comes aglow with more than a half-million lights! Bundle up and stroll the Zoo, enjoying live entertainment, animal visits, holiday shopping and more. Warm up with hot chocolate or a visit to the steamy South Pacific Aquarium!
		First Night Festival December 31s – Tacoma's international award-winning, alcohol-free, locally-produced, family-friendly New Year's Festival.
		Wintergrass Late Februrary – Honored as Bluegrass Event of the Year in 2005, Wintergrass has consistently presented a stellar mix of old and newgrass, vets and newcomers, national and regional guests, and always, a surprise or two.

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