McKinley Hill Business District The McKinley Hill Business District is located above the Dome on McKinley Avenue and is home to quaint shops, historic buildings, the McKinley street festival, and some of the best views of Commencement Bay.   Upper Tacoma Business District Upper Tacoma is located in the heart of Tacoma above the downtown. It is a quick and convenient spot to pick up a last minute gift, box of chocolates, drug store item, or grab a bite for lunch with choices ranging from barbecue to Thai to Vietnamese to hot bowls of Noodle Soup. Upper Tacoma is also one of the oldest residential areas in Tacoma and historic walking tour maps are available through the Historic Preservation Office. Columbia Bank, Key Bank, The Evergreen Stage College, Multi Care and St. Joseph's hospital are located here on the hill.   Stadium Historical Business District Located north of downtown, the Stadium Historic Business District is located in the heart of the city's fascinating and historic North End neighborhood. The district is home to the incredible architecture of Stadium High School and the beauty of Wright Park and the Seymore Conservatory. Ranko's Pharmacy, the Harvester, Ball Automotive and Stadium Thriftway are long time Stadium district businesses that have been serving their neighbors and Tacoma residents with quality service for a long, long time.   Fern Hill Historic Business District The center of the Fern Hill District is located at South 84th and Park Street. It is located on one of Tacoma's first trolley lines. This district brings old world charm to the surrounding neighborhood with classic brick buildings and down home friendliness. An historic walking tour has been created for the area with copies available and Linda's Used Books or through the Historic Preservation Office.   Dome District The Dome District is a diverse mix of retail, industry, and public facilities. Come here to find a quick bite to eat, your favorite tattoo, antiques, motorcycles and so much more. The Tacoma Dome, Pierce Transit's Tacoma Dome Station, Sound Transit's Commuter Rail and Amtrak can all be found here in addition to Tacoma's well loved "Freighthouse Square" retail complex and the Tacoma Used Book Center.   Portland Avenue Business District An emerging neighborhood business area, the Lower Portland District is found along Portland Avenue from I-5 to East 44th Street. Partnerships with the Puyallup Tribe are bringing Native American art to the district and the Portland Avenue Community Center and Park provide wonderful open space and recreational opportunities for Tacoma residents. Location, strong neighborhood involvement and relationships with the Tribe are preparing Portland Avenue to become a future powerhouse in and around Tacoma.   Oakland / Madrona Business District Oakland Madrona Business District runs along Center Street from Pine to Orchard. The district has stayed true to its lumber mill history and is your one stop shopping area for all your home improvement needs. Lowe's, Home Depot, and ABC Cabinet are a few examples, but you can also take care of your back at the local chiropractor, take care of your dog at it's very own dog boutique and bring home flowers to mom from Grassi's.   Old Town Business And Professional District Old Town, located at the bottom of 30th hill and along Ruston Way is the birthplace of Tacoma and it is no wonder Job Carr settled here with the waterfront and spectacular views. Visitor's can tour the Job Carr cabin museum in Old Town Park. The original charm persists among local merchants who can meet your needs for flowers, jewelry and unique gifts. There is also a host of dining experiences with chains such as The Ram, Shennanigans, Tulley's and Starbucks mixing in well with local favorites such as The Spar, Harbor Lights, Katie Downs and Trattoria Grazie.   Proctor Business District The Proctor District begins on North 24th Street on Proctor in the center of Tacoma's North End. One of the first established business districts, Proctor is known for its quality retail, family friendliness and great restaurants. Queen Anne Thriftway and Safeway serve as the anchor tenants to a locally grown mix of quality retail and restaurants. Old House Café, Blue Mouse Theater, Jasminka, Pacific NW Shop, Chalet Bowl are all old and familiar favorites of Tacoma residents.   Sixth Avenue Business District The Sixth Avenue Business District is located between Sprague and Proctor along Sixth Avenue. Eclectic truly defines this district with its coffee shops, doggie daycares, music and record stores, lumber yard, tattoo parlors, fast food and fine dining restaurants. Sixth Avenue is a hot spot at night with quality musical entertainment from local clubs such as Jazzbones, Eve's Place and the Offbeat and an array of dining choices like Gateway to India, Primo Grill, Lorenzo's and Engine House 9 (E9) and a lot more. The Ave is an area you don't want to miss day or night.   South Tacoma Business District The South Tacoma Business District is an historic shopping area that's been serving Tacoma's needs for generations. You can find almost any type of merchandise or service along South Tacoma Way from 46th to 68th street, from printing, home security, hobby shops, collective dolls, ballet and dance lessons, family restaurants, and it is regionally famous for its auto row and specialty automotive shops.   Lincoln International Business District The Lincoln International Business District is centered at S. 38th Street and Yakima Avenue. The area is a pleasing mix of long term family owned businesses such as Frisbee's bakery, Lincoln Hardware and Lincoln Pharmacy and a growing international presence with the TET New Year Festival, fabulous international cuisine, exotic foods and gifts. The district is bordered by beautiful Lincoln Park and historic Lincoln High School. See the Map