As greasy dive bars go, we vote Rock the Dock the best! It’s The “best worst” dive bar you’ll ever visit in Tacoma from your boat. They occasionally feature live music in addition to karaoke and other performances. There is something truly special about their gritty, unrefined atmosphere. The dimly lit corners, the worn-in stools, and the smell of Read more...
Harbor Lights is situated on the picturesque Ruston Way, offering stunning views of Commencement Bay in Tacoma. Sometimes you can get a spot at the dock just west of the RAM and walk over here. Of course, you can always drop anchor and grab a cleat for your dinghy there. For more than half a century, the restaurant has built Read more...
Titlow Park is a large grassy flat park located near a lagoon and Puget Sound at the base of 6th Avenue. The extensive beach frontage and estuary lagoon serve as the focal point to park visitors. Other site amenities include tennis and basketball courts, playfields, trails, playgrounds and picnic areas. The Historic Titlow Lodge, formerly the Hotel Hesperides, constructed in Read more...
Casco Antiguo is on the first floor of the new Henry Bldg. The Glass Museum is right next door. Delin Docks slips are in front. To reserve a slip and explore the area. Call them at 253-572-2524 Casco Antiguo is a Mexican Cocina & Cantina along the banks of the Foss Waterway in Tacoma. Like with our Seattle location, we Read more...
Tacoma-This is Your Waterfront! The Seaport’s Museum is a place where stories are told with artifacts from our permanent collection and on extended loan. This year we welcome new exhibits sharing stories of Puget Sound’s Mosquito Fleet, Maritime Lego Display, Classic Boats, and new train exhibit entitled Rails to Sails. Fishing the Sound Fishing, in both sport and Read more...
Browns Point Lighthouse Park (4.03 acres) lies on the tip of historic Browns Point, and provides the community waterfront access, enticing beachcombers year round and sunbathers and picnickers during the summer. A large green space makes this a nice spot for a picnic as you watch the deep-sea ships entering Tacoma’s busy portal. HISTORY On December 12, 1887, two years Read more...
Casual eatery offering Northwest seafood & sandwiches, plus a patio with water views. Johnny’s Dock is more than a restaurant. Whether you come by boat for dinner, to spend the night or to stay for a year we can accommodate you. Our marina has space for boats from 20 to 55 feet. Power, water and parking are included in our Read more...
Boathouse 19 is the newest addition to the Lobster Shop Family of Restaurants. It is conceived to be casual, comfortable, affordable and fun – befitting our dockside setting. With our unique location over the waters of Puget Sound, the fabulous views of the Narrows Bridge and the snow-capped Olympic Mountains, the maritime activity of the Tacoma Narrows Marina, and the Read more...
Rent a boat, fish from the pier, enjoy a fine Northwest meal, or walk along the waterfront. The Marina is located in Point Defiance Park, near the Zoo & Aquarium, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, the 5-mile scenic drive, and an extensive trail system. Read more...
The Museum’s galleries are dedicated to both temporary exhibitions and our Permanent Collections that feature 20th and 21st-century glass. Explore on your own or join a docent-led tour for an interactive and unique adventure into the world of contemporary glass. Explanatory commentary in the form of interpretive text panels, interactive technology, and gallery guides are provided to ensure your experience Read more...
Narrows Brewing Company combines craft beer with Tacoma’s rich maritime history, right here on the shores of the Puget Sound. A casual atmosphere in a picturesque setting, Narrows Brewing Company strives to create the ultimate craft beer experience for you and your mouth. Hop on the Bridge to Adventure and bring your taste buds along! Read more...
The original Tacoma Narrows Bridge opened on July 1, 1940. It received its nickname “Galloping Gertie” because of the vertical movement of the deck observed by construction workers during windy conditions. The bridge became known for its pitching deck, and collapsed into Puget Sound the morning of November 7, 1940, under high wind conditions. Engineering issues as well as the Read more...
A fast-paced, high-energy restaurant serving fresh Northwest seafood in casual and fun preparations. It’s a perfect spot for the whole family, and is located adjacent to the Vashon ferry terminal, just below the Point Defiance Zoo. Twenty-foot high dormer windows provide an expansive 280° view of Vashon Island, Mount Rainier and local boating activity. Read more...
Cozy, waterfront restaurant with Commencement Bay views serving up lobster & other seafood dishes. In the summer they drop a 12’x53′ float under that ramp for us to use. Read more...
Nice marina on the north side of Commencement Bay. With over 200 slips, 24/7 security, laundry facilities and a host of other amenities, Marine View Ventures, through its Chinook Landing Marina, has established its reputation as one of the premier marinas in the Puget Sound region. Read more...
Fuel, Moorage and easy access to the city and nightlife up the 11th street bridge stairwell, or just stroll the boardwalk. About Foss Harbor Marina Foss Harbor Marina is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Tacoma, Washington. Our 416 slips range in size from 26′ to 100′. Whether you need a slip for a 20′ fishing skiff or Read more...
