Detailed Map of Downtown Tacoma

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This map shows streets, roads, houses, buildings, hospitals, cafes, bars, restaurants, restrooms, theatres, monuments, parking lots, shops, churches, museums, railways, playgrounds, trails, and parks in Downtown Tacoma.

About Downtown Tacoma

Downtown Tacoma is the central business district of Tacoma, Washington, located on Commencement Bay. The area serves as the city's governmental, commercial, and cultural center.

The downtown core features a mix of historic and modern architecture. Notable landmarks include the Washington State History Museum, Union Station (converted to a federal courthouse), and the Tacoma Dome, a multi-purpose arena. The Museum District concentrates several cultural institutions including the Tacoma Art Museum and the Museum of Glass. Pacific Avenue and Broadway serve as primary commercial corridors.

Downtown Tacoma underwent significant redevelopment beginning in the 1990s, transforming from a declining urban center into a revitalized district. The establishment of University of Washington Tacoma campus in 1990 catalyzed much of this renewal. Mixed-use development has increased residential population downtown, with numerous apartment and condominium buildings constructed in recent decades.

The area is connected by the Tacoma Link light rail, a free streetcar service that began operation in 2003. The waterfront includes Point Defiance Park approaches and public access areas. Downtown hosts various events including farmers markets, festivals, and holiday celebrations. City and county government buildings are concentrated in the downtown area, including the Tacoma Municipal Building and the Pierce County Courthouse.