Competing in a tournament at Washington Premier FC Field Complex certainly has its benefits. Because it’s located in the city of Puyallup, you and your team can look forward to a diverse collection of first-rate attractions not just in Puyallup, but other nearby cities like Tacoma and Seattle. Puyallup’s prime location makes traveling to these other cities extremely simple. You’ll also be relieved to find out that the sports complex itself is quite spacious and houses 12 soccer fields of various sizes. The facility has a wealth of experience hosting tournaments as well, so you can count on yours running smoothly.
Things to Do
Mike N Terry’s Outdoor Fun Park
Take advantage of any sunny weather while you’re in Puyallup and head to Mike N Terry’s Outdoor Fun Park. Looking to satisfy your need for speed? Your first stop should be the go-kart track. Buckle up, start your engine, and race teammates around the track for first place. These karts are speedy and handle like a dream, so you can show off your driving skills. Drivers must be at least 10 years old and 58 inches tall. Double seat karts are available if you have kids who don’t meet those requirements. Drivers of the double kart have to be at least 16 years old and passengers need to be at least four years old and 40 inches tall.
Those who would rather take things a little slower can enjoy 18 or 36 holes of mini golf. Mike N Terry’s offers two difficult courses that are filled with all kinds of impediments. Putt your ball through caves, windmills, over hills, and more! The final activity at Mike N Terry’s is the batting cages. They have four hardball cages, three softball cages, and one fast pitch softball cage. Whatever your hitting preference and skill level is, they have a batting cage for you. 6326 114th Avenue Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98372
Daffodil Bowl
One of the go to activities for all ages through the decades has been bowling. Reason being is it’s really fun and affordable. Fortunately for you, there’s a bowling alley near Washington Premier FC Field Complex. Spending a few hours at Daffodil Bowl will be welcomed by everyone. Running open bowl times every day, you won’t have any issues carving out some time to bowl. On weekend nights Daffodil Bowl hosts Rock N’ Bowl. This is the alley’s version of Cosmic or Glow Bowl. The vibe of the building changes completely. The alley is accentuated with bright, neon lights and the music is turned up to the max. It’s a lively, upbeat way to bowl. 1624 E Main, Puyallup, WA 98372
Skate Tiffany’s
Once you finish up at Washington Premier FC Field Complex, roll on over to Skate Tiffany’s. Whether you’re a roller skating professional or it’s your first time, Skate Tiffany’s guarantees that you’ll have a great time. Roller skate rentals are very reasonably priced. No need to worry about shelling out a lot of money to get on the rink. You can look forward to bonding with your team while you all skate around the rink and jam out to the music. When your legs get too tired to continue skating, hit up the arcade. With games like air hockey, basketball, and a claw machine, it’s all fun and games at Skate Tiffany’s. Skating and playing might make you work up an appetite. Fret not because the kitchen serves tasty foods like chicken wings, nachos, and cheese sticks. 1113 N Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Pioneer Park
It’s no secret that planning for a trip and traveling with your team can get exhausting for everyone involved. Sometimes you need to hit the pause button and take a breath. That’s where Pioneer Park comes into play. Located in downtown Puyallup, Pioneer Park can be your little piece of serenity from an otherwise busy trip. Take a load off on a comfy bench or lie down in the grass and partake in some cloud watching. There’s a playground that younger kids will really like and on a particularly hot day, nothing hits the spot like cooling off courtesy of the sprinklers and fountain at the Spray Park. Picnic tables and a pavilion can also be found at the park. 330 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
Walk on the wild side with some fascinating, exotic animals at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Animals from all over the world are represented here. Travel to the eastern hemisphere as you stop by the Asian Forest Sanctuary. Observe giant Asian elephants, cloud leopards, Sumatran tigers, and many other animals native to the region. Trek to the Rocky Shores exhibit and enjoy watching playful sea lions, Pacific walruses, and Magellanic penguins. Anyone with a love for aquatic creatures can revel in the expansive aquarium section. Various shark species like blacktip reef sharks and sandtiger sharks call the aquarium home. The mysterious giant Pacific octopus can also be found here.
The zoo specifically caters to kids in their Kids’ Zone. Stop by Magical Movement for some climbing action and animal watching fun. Contact Junction is the place to go when you want to get up close and personal with goats and other critters. In Animal Avenue, you can see snakes, frogs, tortoises, meerkats, lemurs, and others. One-of-a-kind experiences like camel rides and handling pretty Budgie birds can be arranged as well. For the best price on tickets, purchase them online. 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407
Cheney Stadium
Who doesn’t look forward to going to a baseball game? It might be tough trying to see the Seattle Mariners play because of the ticket prices, but Tacoma has the next best thing, the Tacoma Rainiers. Head on over to Cheney Stadium once you’re day at Washington Premier FC Field Complex is over and relax as you spend a couple hours watching America’s national pastime. The Rainiers are a triple-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners. This talented team is beloved by the city of Tacoma and the atmosphere at the ballpark is always electrifying. The food is pretty good too. For any teams of 20 or more, remember to inquire about group rates. 2502 S Tyler St, Tacoma, WA 98405
LeMay America’s Car Museum
You don’t need to be a car enthusiast to appreciate the incredible collection of cars at LeMay America’s Car Museum. They have all kinds of cars on display. Check out their super car collection which includes a Ford GT, Ferrari, and Indy car. Another exhibit shows off a collection of NASCAR automobiles through the decades. You can easily trace the evolution of the sports cars and the technological advancements through the years.
There are even some cars from the 1920’s, like the 1925 Model T, which was one of the very first car models ever made. Some classic muscle cars from the glory days of the 1960’s also reside in the museum, such as the 1969 Chevy Camaro SS Sport Coupe and the 1966 Ford Mustang. The LeMay America’s Car Museum extends its focus to not only cars, but the resources that run them. They have a display on the different cars and sources of power like solar, electricity, gasoline, and steam. This is a really cool museum to check out and spend an hour or two. 2702 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98421
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Places to Eat
Giorgio’s Greek Cafe & Pizzeria
In business since 1959, Giorgio’s Greek Cafe & Pizzeria serves all kinds of tasty meals that will make your mouth water. Some of the traditional Greek fare includes gyros, Souvlaki, and Mousaka. Other more common dishes to expect are pasta, pizza, and a Philly cheesesteak sandwich. 328 S Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371
Taqueria El Antojo
Get into the fiesta mood as you dig into a meal at Taqueria El Antojo. Authentic spicy and cheesy entrées will surely hit the spot and satisfy your empty stomach. You can’t go wrong with one of their quesadillas, burritos, tacos, or enchiladas. Other classic meat and seafood dishes like Arroz Con Pollo and Tostadas De Camaron make for great choices. 3801 McKinley Avenue East, Tacoma, WA 98404
Crockett’s Public House
At Crockett’s Public House, it’s all about gourmet food and fresh, high quality ingredients. These facts are evident once you examine the menu. Cooking up savory foods like caramelized pork belly, amazing sandwiches like a life changing ahi tuna melt, and other signature dishes such as BBQ St. Louis ribs and lobster mac and cheese, Crockett’s Public House will serve you one meal you won’t soon forget. 118 E Stewart Ave, Puyallup, WA 98371
Thai in Fife
The northwest has a huge Asian influence and because of that, many Asian restaurants representing all kinds of cuisines. If you and your team are in the market for some Thai food, Thai in Fife is worth checking out. Serving up favorites like fried noodles and rice, curries, and other authentic Thai meals, you don’t want to miss out on Thai in Fife. 4420 Pacific Hwy E, Fife, WA 98424
Your trip to Puyallup is certain to show you and the team a fun time. Use the Washington Premier FC Field Complex’s convenient location to your advantage and venture out into the city as much as possible. By the time your trip is over, you’ll have plenty of stories to go home and share with friends and loved ones.