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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25.9 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 405 Columbia Street, Olympia, WA 98501 MoreLess Info
A 3.38 acre waterfront park, Percival Landing Park features a harbor house, boat moorage, open space areas, picnic areas, a playground, restrooms, showers and public art. It hosts many events and festivals throughout the year.
26.0 Miles
73% 41 votes
Children's Museums 301 Ravine Lane, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 MoreLess Info
Kids Discovery Museum offers a wide range of entertaining activities for younger kids. The museum includes multiple hands on play area replicas of grocery store, office, ferry boat and construction to name a few. There is a separate section for infants as well as an inbuilt gift store.
26.0 Miles
81% 31 votes
Movie Theaters 1500 NE Riddell Road, Bremerton, WA MoreLess Info
Olympic Cinemas is locally owned. The cinemas provide digital projection and sound. They do not offer movies in 3D. Olympic Cinemas has concession stands. Patrons can purchase bundles of popcorn and soda.
26.0 Miles
91% 76 votes
History Museums 215 Erickson Ave NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 MoreLess Info
The Bainbridge Island Historical Museum showcases over 3,500 local artifacts and 4,000 photographs dating back to 1854. Visitors to the museum have enjoyed the exhibit on the community's treatment of Japanese-Americans during WWII.
26.0 Miles
93% 14 votes
Parks 5th Avenue SW & Water Street, Olympia, WA 98501 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the lake from the many benches in Capitol Lake Park. There is a gravel path surrounding the lake for walking and biking. The lake is occupied with geese, ducks, and heron.
26.0 Miles
60% 5 votes
Parks Water Street & Legion Way, Olympia, WA 98501 MoreLess Info
Spanning 24 acres, Heritage Park offers a variety of amenities, including a large splash pad area where kids can cool off in hot weather. The park also has walking and jogging trails and an amphitheater.
26.1 Miles
64% 25 votes
Movie Theaters Westfield Capital Mall, 625 Black Lake Blvd SW, Olympia, WA 98502 MoreLess Info
With stadium seating and digital sound quality, movie goers can enjoy the latest releases at Century Olympia Theaters. In addition to new releases, they also show classic movies at special events.
26.1 Miles
63% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 403 N Madison Avenue, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 MoreLess Info
A movie theater multiplex, Bainbridge Cinemas at the Pavilion shows first run Hollywood movies in digital video and sound, with five screens to choose from. The theater is also available for party rentals.
26.1 Miles
100% 7 votes
Hiking Trails 700 2nd Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98027 MoreLess Info
Spanning around four miles from beginning to end, Poo Poo Point Trail offers a challenging hike through scenic wilderness areas. It offers striking vistas, particularly when paragliders land in the valley nearby.
26.2 Miles
95% 81 votes
Parks 2102 Bellevue Way Southeast, Bellevue, WA 98004 MoreLess Info
Mercer Slough Nature Park has multiple trails available for walking which take you through the beautiful forests and sloughs with occasional sightings of wildlife. Canoeing is also available in the river that runs through the park.
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