The best things to do in Lakewood

28 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Allenmore Golf Course keeps the game honest with a meticulously maintained 18, a legit practice setup, and the on-site Urban Elk Restaurant…

2013 S Cedar St #300 (Tacoma) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Allenmore Golf Course keeps the game honest with a meticulously maintained 18, a legit practice setup, and the on-site Urban Elk Restaurant & Bar for post-round bragging rights. This week, get a tune-up with Team Griffin Golf’s PGA pros and then settle in, all right in the heart of Tacoma.

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Seattle Aquarium

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Seattle Aquarium is a legit reset button for city brain, with the Ocean Pavilion and a new Go Above the Reef tour that puts you eye to eye…

1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59 (Seattle)

Seattle Aquarium is a legit reset button for city brain, with the Ocean Pavilion and a new Go Above the Reef tour that puts you eye to eye with sharks, rays and schooling fish. Say hi to Tandu the humphead wrasse, then soak up some Puget Sound science and conservation wins.

From the Seattle newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Chambers Bay Golf Course delivers that rare Pacific Northwest links feel with sweeping Puget Sound views and a legit U.S. Open pedigree.…

6320 Grandview Dr W (University Place)

S. Open pedigree. Sneak in a Social 6 or sunset nine, then regroup at Chambers Bay Grill, a very reasonable excuse to ignore yardwork this week.

From the Olympia newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park packs a full golf day into one spot with a public course, a nine-hole executive loop, a…

4101 Beacon Ave S (Seattle)

Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park packs a full golf day into one spot with a public course, a nine-hole executive loop, a Toptracer range, and lessons for every level, plus skyline and Rainier views. Wrap it up at the Beacon Grill and call it a win this week.

From the Kent newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Flatstick Pub - Pioneer Square turns mini golf into a Seattle love letter, with holes spelling SEATTLE and a tiny Space Needle finish. Grab…

240 2nd Ave S (Seattle)

Flatstick Pub - Pioneer Square turns mini golf into a Seattle love letter, with holes spelling SEATTLE and a tiny Space Needle finish. Grab Duffleboard, Dartsee, brick oven pizzas, and local pours or mocktails for an easy Edmonds night out in the city this week.

From the Edmonds newsletter, August 6, 2026

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The Beacon Cinema

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Cozy movie theater in the Columbia City neighborhood screening lesser-known and classic films.

4405 Rainier Ave S (Seattle)

Cozy movie theater in the Columbia City neighborhood screening lesser-known and classic films.

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Parkland Putters

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Family-friendly mini-golf park dating to the 1960s offers 4 courses ranging from beginner to hard.

10636 Sales Rd S (Tacoma) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Family-friendly mini-golf park dating to the 1960s offers 4 courses ranging from beginner to hard.

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GameWorks Seattle

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Pubby amusement center & sports bar featuring electronic games, big-screen TVs & comfort food.

1511 7th Ave (Seattle)

Pubby amusement center & sports bar featuring electronic games, big-screen TVs & comfort food.

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Fircrest Golf Club

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Established in 1924, private members-only golf club also featuring dining.

1500 Regents Blvd (Fircrest)

Established in 1924, private members-only golf club also featuring dining.

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Seattle Center

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Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, restaurants & shops, plus the Space Needle.

305 Harrison St (Seattle)

Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, restaurants & shops, plus the Space Needle.

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Country club featuring a golf course, driving range, pool, cabana area, and lake views.

13204 Country Club Dr SW

Country club featuring a golf course, driving range, pool, cabana area, and lake views.

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Family-friendly play place featuring escape rooms and ax-throwing activities.

2345 Tacoma Ave S (Tacoma) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Family-friendly play place featuring escape rooms and ax-throwing activities.

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Central Cinema

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Dine-in theater screening second-run films & serving beers, cocktails & comfort grub.

1411 21st Ave (Seattle)

Dine-in theater screening second-run films & serving beers, cocktails & comfort grub.

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Country club featuring a golf course and restaurant, plus a venue for weddings.

11133 Des Moines Memorial Dr (Seattle)

Country club featuring a golf course and restaurant, plus a venue for weddings.

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24-hour entertainment center with indoor mini-golf, bowling & arcade games, plus a bar & restaurant.

6323 6th Ave (Tacoma)

24-hour entertainment center with indoor mini-golf, bowling & arcade games, plus a bar & restaurant.

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Beneath the Streets

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The historic underground passageways of Seattle’s original neighborhood, Pioneer Square.

102 Cherry St (Seattle)

The historic underground passageways of Seattle’s original neighborhood, Pioneer Square.

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Cinema featuring first-run & classic films, plus concessions such as craft beer & chocolate popcorn.

2100 4th Ave (Seattle)

Cinema featuring first-run & classic films, plus concessions such as craft beer & chocolate popcorn.

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Public course with a pro shop, offering scenic views of the city skyline.

4470 35th Ave SW (Seattle)

Public course with a pro shop, offering scenic views of the city skyline.

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Well-maintained golf course, featuring wide fairways and greens.

15602 Pacific Ave S (Tacoma)

Well-maintained golf course, featuring wide fairways and greens.

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Contemporary triplex movie theater with stadium seating & high-back chairs, plus a concession stand.

2044 NW Market St (Seattle)

Contemporary triplex movie theater with stadium seating & high-back chairs, plus a concession stand.

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Space Needle

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Iconic, 605-ft-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant.

400 Broad St (Seattle)

Iconic, 605-ft-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant.

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Opened in 1930, this golf course features an 18-hole course, a 9-hole course & a driving range.

1000 NE 135th St (Seattle)

Opened in 1930, this golf course features an 18-hole course, a 9-hole course & a driving range.

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Clubhouse featuring a course for golfing plus various venues for weddings and other events.

1000 S 112th St (Seattle)

Clubhouse featuring a course for golfing plus various venues for weddings and other events.

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SIFF Cinema Uptown

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Fans of classics, indie & foreign films favor this movie theater, which also stages special events.

511 Queen Anne Ave N (Seattle)

Fans of classics, indie & foreign films favor this movie theater, which also stages special events.

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

1680 S Mildred St (Tacoma)

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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Links style 9-hole golf course plus a large driving range, mini golf & virtual reality gaming.

2501 15th Ave W (Seattle)

Links style 9-hole golf course plus a large driving range, mini golf & virtual reality gaming.

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Broadmoor Golf Club

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Golf club with a course and a membership requirement.

2340 Broadmoor Dr E (Seattle)

Golf club with a course and a membership requirement.

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Two-tiered driving range, 9-hole and 18-hole golf course with open-seating eatery.

Seattle Parks & Rec. Dept, 4101 Beacon Ave S (Seattle)

Two-tiered driving range, 9-hole and 18-hole golf course with open-seating eatery.

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