Welcome to Tacoma, Washington, also known as the City of Destiny. Nestled on the shores of Commencement Bay, Tacoma is a mid-size city with a bustling port and business community, an exciting gateway to the Pacific Rim and the world.

Surrounded by the natural wonders of the Puget Sound, Mount Rainier National Park and the Olympic Peninsula, Tacoma has all the amenities of a big city and all the charm of a small town. Tacoma is also a college town, including The University of Washington Tacoma, The University of Puget Sound and Tacoma Community College.

The City of Tacoma has a strong historic preservation program, amazing arts community, music groups, theatre, and opera company. The Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center, and the Museum of Glass are all in Tacoma. Tacoma is a place of creative synergy.