Free & Cheap Things to Do in Tacoma, WA

  • The list below includes 236 free or cheap things to do in or near Tacoma, Washington, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
  • From Point Defiance Park to Wright Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Tacoma and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Puyallup, Lacey, Bremerton and Federal Way.
  • The list below includes 236 free or cheap things to do in or near Tacoma, Washington, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
  • From Point Defiance Park to Wright Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Tacoma and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Puyallup, Lacey, Bremerton and Federal Way.
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25.7 Miles
86% 56 votes
Parks 18201 SE Cougar Mountain Dr, Issaquah, WA 98027 MoreLess Info
This 3,100-acre park connects to Squak Mountain State Park and has elevation between 1,000 and 1,595 feet with scenery that includes mature second growth forests, cliffs, streams, wetlands, talus and caves. There are four trail systems of different lengths and skill level for your exploration.
25.7 Miles
95% 163 votes
Farmers Markets 700 Capitol Way N, Olympia, WA 98501 MoreLess Info
This farmer's market has music, crafts, fresh seafood, locally grown and organic fruit, berries, vegetables, meat, and dairy products. There are also packaged items like homemade salsa, herbs, and homemade jams. Fresh flowers are available in many varieties.
25.7 Miles
Science Museums 200 Second Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109 MoreLess Info
Enjoy a day of discovery for visitors of all ages at Pacific Science Center and its engaging exhibits and multi-media presentations. Featuring an IMAX theater, planetarium, and childrens learning area, plan your visit and be amazed.
25.7 Miles
63% 32 votes
Farms & Ranches 12031 Issaquah-Hobart Rd SE, Issaquah, WA 98027 MoreLess Info
Fox Hollow Family Farm offers a seasonally changing array of activities for visitors to enjoy. The farm offers horseback riding, rides and games, a petting zoo, and a fall festival each year.
25.8 Miles
85% 65 votes
Malls Seattle, WA MoreLess Info
Enjoy shopping at stores such as Anne Taylor, Coach, or Tiffany & Co. at Pacific Place. This shopping center also offers several high-end dining options and AMC Theatres for a place to relax after a day of shopping.
25.9 Miles
94% 152 votes
Art Museum 550 Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 MoreLess Info
Displaying work from local artists, Bainbridge Island Art Museum is a contemporary art museum that was recently opened. At any given time, three artists are featured in their own exhibits. They also have a permanent collection of artwork for visitors to enjoy.
25.9 Miles
94% 158 votes
Parks 217 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98501 MoreLess Info
Percival Landing is a 3.38-acre waterfront park that sits on the east side of Budd Bay. It's a gathering place for festivals and public celebrations. It's a block from the farmer's market and has a .9 mile boardwalk to view the bay and Olympic Mountains.
25.9 Miles
78% 4610 votes
Music Museums 325 5th Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109 MoreLess Info
The EMP experience starts when you gaze upon the building and builds from there. Pop culture music artifacts are expertly displayed. Try out the sound stage or participate in a camp or workshop to get the full effect of this one of a kind museum.
25.9 Miles
84% 988 votes
Parks 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109 MoreLess Info
Originally built for the 1962 World Fair, the 74-acre Seattle Center is a park, arts, and entertainment center. Though it contains many attractions, it is most famous for The Space Needle.
25.9 Miles
94% 164 votes
Art Museum 550 Winslow Way East, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 MoreLess Info
At the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, visitors can admire beautiful paintings as well as interpret modern art. Exhibits include photography, illustrations, painting, sculptures, and interpretive exhibits to challenge the way people think.
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