Life in the Puget Sound

If you have never been to Tacoma or spent much time here, you're in for a wonderful surprise. The Tacoma area is a beautiful place to live, work and raise a family.

While still retaining a small town feel, Tacoma is a vibrant center for culture, restaurants, art, museums and music, and over 700 acres of parks. Tacoma is also home to three major Universites, including the up and coming University of Washington Tacoma Campus.

Nestled between two mountain ranges and situated on the shoreline of the pristine Puget Sound, Tacoma is the outdoor lover's paradise. You will be just minutes away from sailing, hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing and many other exciting outdoor activities! Tacoma is also cetrally located just 30 miles South of Seattle and 174 miles South of Vancouver, B.C.

Although Western Washington has a reputation for heavy rainfall the average annual rainfall is less than Houston, New York City, Atlanta, Memphis, and St. Louis.

Follow these links to learn more about the exciting, inviting Tacoma area.

Tacoma Chamber of Commerce
City of Tacoma