Things to do in Auburn
What should a visitor do in Auburn? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are May to September. In January, November and December, rain makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Auburn
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- T-Mobile Park 20 miles
- Bellevue College 19 miles
- Pierce College District 19 miles
- Green River College 2 miles
- Tacoma Community College 16 miles
- Highline College 7 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Auburn actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Auburn?
T-Mobile Park (place, 20 miles), Lake Washington (lake, 22 miles), Tacoma Narrows Bridge (bridge, 16 miles), Museum of Pop Culture (museum, 23 miles) and University of Washington-Seattle Campus (place, 24 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Auburn?
For comfortable weather, go in May to September, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Auburn: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
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