Tukwila: Diversity at its Best

The City of Tukwila is a suburban city in King County, Washington with a total area of 9.58 square miles. Tukwila, WA borders Seattle in its northern edge and is known for having a diverse community. Early settlers of Tukwila were the Duwamish and in 1853 a Canadian pioneer named Joseph Foster established the place thereby making him as the “Father of Tukwila”. Today, a large commercial center allows the diverse people to engage in trade, industries and tourism. Shops, attractions, and hotel accommodations are also available within the city proper, and can be reached through the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport just 4 miles away from Downtown Tukwila.

Best Time to Visit

If you plan to travel to Tukwila, Washington on mid-July to late August, make sure to plan your visit as hotel rates may be high on this part of the year. Budget inns and travel lodges are also available but may be scarce due to the high volume of tourists. Throughout the year, the temperature usually varies from 37°F to 79°F. Check out hotel reservations online at least a month or two prior to your scheduled visit to save up to 30% on accommodations.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Try your luck at the Great American Casino, it offers wide choices of table games and slot machines to play. Not into gambling? The complex also has restaurants and shops to choose from. Try and visit Tukwila Park, Hartman Park, and Green Lake Park to calm down your senses amidst your busy schedule. Dine at the Copperleaf Restaurant Cedarbrook Lodge, Sharps Roasthouse, and Ivar’s Seafood for affordable yet delicious meals. Stay at Ramada by Wyndham Tukwila Southcenter or the budget-friendly Knights Inn Sea Tac Airport and enjoy the historic feel of Tukwila, Washington.