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Most kids are tourists at heart, always exploring and discovering. Whether you're on a family trip or just finally planning to visit the historic, scenic, sublime, and ridiculous spots near you, we've got them all covered museums, parks, great views, tours by land, air, or sea, and more!Washington State History MuseumParent rating: ![]() Location: 1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA The Washington State History Museum chronicles the history of Washington State through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays, and artifacts. |
Point Defiance Zoo & AquariumParent rating: ![]() Location: 5400 N Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA The only combined zoo and aquarium in the Northwest, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is large enough to house a variety of animals, but small enough to be accessible to families with small...
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Tacoma DomeParent rating: ![]() Location: 2727 East D Street, Tacoma, WA The Tacoma Dome's blue-and-white patterned roof is a familiar sight to anyone driving through the city of Tacoma. It's one of the largest wood-domed structures in the world and hosts a wide var...
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Museum of GlassParent rating: ![]() Location: 1801 Dock Street, Tacoma, WA The Museum of Glass is a fine arts museum dedicated to presenting glass in the context of contemporary art. Families can watch visiting artists create glass pieces in the hot shop amphitheater,...
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Tacoma Art MuseumParent rating: ![]() Location: 1701 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA In May 2003, the Tacoma Art Museum opened a new facility twice the size of its previous home. The new building, located in Tacoma's Museum District, features flexible exhibition space in a seri...
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Children's Museum of TacomaParent rating: ![]() Location: 936 Broadway, Tacoma, WA The Children's Museum of Tacoma opened in 1986 in downtown Tacoma, and moved in 1997 to the historic Kress building in the Theatre District. Permanent exhibits include A Place to Pl... |
Fort Nisqually History MuseumParent rating: ![]() Location: 5400 N Pearl Street #11, Tacoma, WA Fort Nisqually is a living history museum in which staff demonstrate the crafts of the 19th century and engage visitors in historic dialogue through Living History Days and other events through...
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Thea's ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 405 Dock Street, Tacoma, WA Thea's Park features beach access for swimming and fishing, a boat launch, picnic tables, a trail, and plenty of open space with opportunities to view wildlife. |
Flying with Baby: Tips from WeJustGotBack.comParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide The travel experts at WeJustGotBack.com offer tons of great tips for traveling families, including these from their |
WeJustGotBack.comParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide Family Travel site WeJustGotBack.com's blog is a goldmine for vacation deals, special promotions, and travel news. In three yea... |
Go USA CardParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide The Go Card is a multi-attraction pass with unlimited admission to top attractions and tours for one low price. Individual city Go Cards can be purchased for cities like Boston, Miami, O...
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Independent TravelerParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide The Independent Traveler is an online community of travelers who enjoy the fun of planning their own trips and the adventure of independent travel. Its particular strength is advice on saving money...
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Hertz Rent A CarParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide Hertz rental car agencies can be found just about anywhere you might need to rent a car. The company is especially tuned in to the needs of parents; one of its latest initiatives, Ni...
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Family Travel GuidesParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide One of the best online resources for traveling families. Includes information on lodgings, and wonderful traveling tips. |










