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
Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Columbia Center
Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Columbia Center
3.5 out of 5
1101 N Columbia Center Blvd, Kennewick, WA
The price is P3,955 per night from 1 May to 2 May
P3,955
P4,552 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kennewick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,226 reviews)
"Great central location for shopping, dining, and sight-seeing."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Columbia Center
The Lodge at Columbia Point
The Lodge at Columbia Point
4 out of 5
530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA
The price is P11,291 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
P11,291
P12,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Just one night but nice room top floor and view of river. Wish I had more time exploring"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 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 P4,582 per night from 1 May to 2 May
P4,582
P5,247 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
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! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and clean, and overall I had a pleasant stay. However, there were a couple of things worth noting: There was no elevator, so I had to pay extra to get a room on the first floor. It would be helpful if this was made clearer during booking. At night, it was quite noisy due to guests ..."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Tri-Cities/Kennewick WA
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 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! (3,390 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Bellevue
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! (4,126 reviews)
"kitchen was stocked and working and room bed was good"

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Renton
Sonder RailSpur
Sonder RailSpur
3.5 out of 5
417 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle, WA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Seattle. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
"Close to everything I needed to see"

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

Sonder RailSpur
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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