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43 Best and Fun Things To Do In Tukwila, Washington


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Situated approximately 20 minutes from Seattle by car, Tukwila is a lively city that is commonly referred to as a suburb in transition. It is evolving from a residential area for commuters to a thriving urban hub, featuring a diverse array of eateries, stores, and other attractions.

The city was founded in the 1800s and quickly grew into a commercial center for agriculture and trade.

Today, it’s home to a large population, with many residents making the daily commute to Seattle.

It’s mainly known for its wide range of amenities, which include a number of parks, trails, and lakes.

One of its main attractions is the Museum of Flight, which also happens to be the largest private air and space museum in the world.

For families with children, the Tukwila Family Fun Center is a must-visit with its huge variety of amusement rides and arcade games.

Outdoor enthusiasts will also appreciate the fact that Tukwila is within driving distance of Mount Rainier National Park and other outdoor destinations like Lake Washington and Discovery Park.

If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to visit on your next break, continue reading for a list of recommendations so you can make the most out of your trip

The 43 Most Popular Things To Do In Tukwila, Washington

43. Green River Trail

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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42. I-90 Trail

4.0 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

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41. Interurban Trail

4.2 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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40. Hicklin Lake

3.7 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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39. Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park

4.9 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: Phoenix Dr Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 764 5700

Web Address:   http://museumofflight.org/Giving/Vietnam-Commemorative-Park

38. Walker Preserve

4.9 ★★★★★ (13 reviews)

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Location: Normandy Park WA

Web Address:   https://wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/walker-preserve

37. Gary Grant Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: 13524 SE 208th Street Kent WA

36. Lake Fenwick

4.1 ★★★★☆ (19 reviews)

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35. South Park Bridge

4.4 ★★★★☆ (50 reviews)

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Location: 16th Ave S Seattle WA

Tel:  206 263 9979

Web Address:   http://kingcounty.gov/transportation/SouthParkBridge.aspx

34. Earthwork Robert Morris

4.4 ★★★★☆ (52 reviews)

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Location: 21630 37th Pl S SeaTac WA

33. Lake Youngs Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ (54 reviews)

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Location: Renton WA

Tel:  206 477 4527

Web Address:   https://kentwa.gov/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/237/318

32. Nature Trails Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (78 reviews)

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Location: 19250 Marine View Dr SW Normandy Park WA

Web Address:   http://ci.normandy-park.wa.us/

31. Waterworks Gardens

4.1 ★★★★☆ (79 reviews)

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Location: 602 Oakesdale Ave SW Renton WA

Tel:  206 296 0100

Web Address:   https://kingcounty.gov/services/environment/wastewater/education/locations/south-plant/waterworks-gardens.aspx

30. Angle Lake

4.3 ★★★★☆ (106 reviews)

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29. Bicentennial Park

3.8 ★★★★☆ (130 reviews)

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Location: 7200 Streetrander Blvd Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

28. Hydroplane & Race Boat Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (136 reviews)

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Location: 5917 S 196th Street Kent WA

Tel:  206 764 9453

Web Address:   http://thunderboats.org/

27. Duwamish Hill Preserve

4.3 ★★★★☆ (149 reviews)

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Location: 3800 S 115th Street Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

26. Tukwila Pond Park

2.9 ★★★☆☆ (154 reviews)

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Location: 299 Streetrander Blvd Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

Web Address:   https://tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-and-trails/tukwila-pond/

25. White Center Heights Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (179 reviews)

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Location: 10208 7th Ave SW Seattle WA

Tel:  206 296 0100

Web Address:   http://kingcounty.gov/services/parks-recreation/parks/parks-and-natural-lands/parksatoz.aspx

24. Crystal Springs Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ (192 reviews)

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Location: 15832 51st Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

23. Black River Riparian Forest and Wetland

3.9 ★★★★☆ (199 reviews)

Location: Oakesdale Ave SW Renton WA

Tel:  425 430 6400

Web Address:   https://rentonwa.gov/city_hall/parks_and_recreation/parks_and_trails/find_a_park_or_trail/black_river_riparian_forest

22. May Creek Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (211 reviews)

Location: Newcastle WA

Tel:  425 649 4444

21. Tukwila Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (231 reviews)

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Location: 15460 65th Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

20. Crestview Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (255 reviews)

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Location: 16200 42nd Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

Web Address:   https://tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-and-trails/crestview-park/

19. Foster Golf Links

4.1 ★★★★☆ (354 reviews)

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Location: 13500 Interurban Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 242 4221

Web Address:   http://fostergolflinks.com/

18. Steve Cox Memorial Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (383 reviews)

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Location: 1321 SW 102nd Street Seattle WA

Tel:  206 477 6150

Web Address:   http://kingcounty.gov/services/parks-recreation/parks/parks-and-natural-lands/popular-parks/stevecoxmemorial.aspx

17. Riverside Casino

3.8 ★★★★☆ (431 reviews)

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Location: 14060 Interurban Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 248 2363

Web Address:   http://riversidecasinotukwila.com/

16. North SeaTac Park & Ball Fields

4.4 ★★★★☆ (441 reviews)

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Location: Des Moines Memorial Drive South and S 128th Street SeaTac WA

Tel:  206 973 4680

Web Address:   http://seatacwa.gov/

15. Marine View Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (514 reviews)

Location: 20945 Marine View Dr SW Normandy Park WA

Tel:  206 248 7603

14. Great American Casino Tukwila

3.6 ★★★★☆ (535 reviews)

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Location: 14040 Interurban Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 244 5400

Web Address:   https://playmaverickwashington.com/

13. Tukwila Community Center

4.5 ★★★★★ (640 reviews)

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Location: 12424 42nd Ave S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

Web Address:   http://tukwilawa.gov/PARKS

12. Silver Dollar Casino Seatac

3.7 ★★★★☆ (878 reviews)

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Location: 19222 International Blvd SeaTac WA

Tel:  206 824 2340

Web Address:   https://playmaverickwashington.com/

11. Angle Lake Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (2,206 reviews)

Location: 19408 International Blvd SeaTac WA

Tel:  206 973 4680

Web Address:   http://seatacwa.gov/

10. Bowlero South Seattle

4.2 ★★★★☆ (2,405 reviews)

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Location: 100 Andover Park W Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 340 2263

Web Address:   https://bowlero.com/location/bowlero-south-seattle

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9. Charles Simonyi Space Gallery

4.9 ★★★★★ (83 reviews)

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Location: Tukwila WA

8. Fort Dent Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (299 reviews)

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Location: 6800 Fort Dent Way Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 768 2822

Web Address:   https://tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-and-trails/fort-dent-park/

7. Aviation Pavilion

4.8 ★★★★★ (429 reviews)

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Location: 9304 E Marginal Way S Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 764 5700

Web Address:   http://museumofflight.org/explore-the-museum/museum-galleries/Aviation-Pavilion

6. Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden

4.6 ★★★★★ (669 reviews)

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Location: 13735 24th Ave S SeaTac WA

Tel:  206 391 4003

Web Address:   http://highlinegarden.org/

5. iFLY Indoor Skydiving – Seattle

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,250 reviews)

Location: 349 Tukwila Pkwy Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 244 4359

Web Address:   https://iflyworld.com/seattle/

4. Starfire Sports

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,378 reviews)

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Location: 14800 Streetarfire Way Tukwila WA

Tel:  206 431 3232

Web Address:   http://starfiresports.com/

3. DEFY Seattle

4.4 ★★★★☆ (3,010 reviews)

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Location: 455 Andover Park E Tukwila WA

Tel:  425 669 9707

Web Address:   https://defy.com/locations/defy-seattle/

2. Tukwila Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle’s Restaurant

4.3 ★★★★☆ (3,974 reviews)

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Location: 7300 Fun Center Way Tukwila WA

Tel:  425 228 7300

Web Address:   http://fun-center.com/

1. The Museum of Flight

4.8 ★★★★★ (11,776 reviews)

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Location: 9404 E Marginal Way S Seattle WA

Tel:  206 764 5700

Web Address:   http://museumofflight.org/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Tukwila, Washington! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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