Tri-Cities

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Tri-Cities
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This collection of three cities in eastern Washington is famous for its award-winning wineries, golf courses, watersports and nuclear power plant.

From wine, watersports and nuclear energy to museums, shopping and golf, the Tri-Cities area has a wealth of recreational and cultural activities to enjoy. Tri-Cities is comprised of the cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland. The three cities are in the eastern Washington region, where the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers come together.

Although Tri-Cities is three cities in one, getting around the major attractions is made easy by an extensive network of public buses. Alternatively, rent a bicycle and explore over 200 miles (320 kilometers) of bikeways. 

Discover Tri-Cities’ science and hydroelectric power heritage at Richland’s museums. Join a tour of the Hanford Site, noted for its role in producing the atomic bomb dropped over Nagasaki in 1945. Learn about wind energy at the Nine Canyon Wind Farm Visitor Center. Spot geological, wildlife and indigenous artifacts at the Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science and Technology. 

At Kennewick’s East Benton County Historical Museum, see the casting of the skull from the skeleton of a 9,000-year-old male found nearby. Tri-Cities’ rivers and waterways make the area popular for watersport fans. Enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and windsurfing, among other activities, on the Columbia River. Bring a picnic to enjoy at the base of the Clover Island Lighthouse and capture a photograph of its silhouette in the sunset. Walk or bike along the picturesque Sacagawea Heritage Trail, a 23-mile (37-kilometer) pathway that parallels the Columbia River and connects the three cities.

Golf enthusiasts can enjoy 18 holes at 10 excellent courses. One example is the Sun Willows Golf Course, designed by the revered golf course architect Robert Muir Graves. Visit the family-owned, boutique and commercial wineries that give Tri-Cities the name the “Heart of Washington Wine Country.” Over 160 wineries are set amid scenic valleys and within a 1-hour drive of the cities.

Get here via intercity trains and buses or catch a domestic flight to Tri-Cities Airport, just outside Pasco. Centrally located in the Pacific Northwest, Tri-Cities is about a 3.5-hour drive from Seattle and Portland. Over 300 sunny days and little rain make Tri-Cities’ famed outdoor recreation enjoyable year-round.

Where to stay in Tri-Cities

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South Richland

If you're spending some time in South Richland, Columbia Point Golf Course and Yakima River are top sights worth seeing.

South Richland
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Tapteal West

Tapteal West might not have many top sights, but Columbia Center Mall and Columbia Point Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tapteal West
The Lodge at Columbia Point
The Lodge at Columbia Point
4 out of 5
530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA
The price is P11,418 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P11,418
P12,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Richland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"The view was just amazing."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

The Lodge at Columbia Point
Baymont by Wyndham Tri-Cities/Kennewick WA
Baymont by Wyndham Tri-Cities/Kennewick WA
2.5 out of 5
4220 W 27th Place, Kennewick, WA
The price is P4,633 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P4,633
P5,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kennewick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean and very quiet. Friendly staff. Jacuzzi was out of order which was a bummer. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Tri-Cities/Kennewick WA
Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center
Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center
3.5 out of 5
2525 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA
The price is P6,100 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
P6,100
P7,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pasco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,217 reviews)
"The room was angled and very nicely situated."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Renton
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Renton
3 out of 5
1701 E Valley Rd, Renton, WA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Renton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,106 reviews)
"Neighbors upstairs were loud. Parking is a pain. Sofa couch not comfortable. Great kitchen, dishes, silverware, etc."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Renton
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
3 out of 5
15805 SE 37th St, Bellevue, WA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,368 reviews)
"The property needs upgading feels like in was built in the 70's .Its time to up date"

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
Medallion Inn & Suites
Medallion Inn & Suites
3.5 out of 5
16710 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington, WA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Arlington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,016 reviews)
"This was the best stay i have had in a longtime. Staff was polite and helpful."

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Medallion Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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