Travel & Stay

Welcome to the Pacific Northwest!

Whether you’re traveling from out of state or just a few towns over, we are so excited to celebrate with you!

For our out-of-town guests, we’ve put together some helpful information about accommodations, transportation, and a few of our favorite things to do in the surrounding area. We hope this makes planning your visit a little easier, and can’t wait to welcome you to the beautiful PNW!

Flying Into Washington

For guests traveling by air, we recommend flying into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), about 45–60 minutes from Fox Island Chapel (42 miles).

We recommend renting a car for this visit, as public transportation options to the chapel are very limited. You can find rental car options at SEA.

Airport Info Rental Cars

Where To Stay

For convenient access to the chapel on the day of, we recommend staying in Gig Harbor! Please note there is a toll going eastbound on SR-16 towards Tacoma. There is no toll going westbound towards Gig Harbor.

Toll Information

We’ve included a couple recommendations below! We have not reserved a hotel room block, and rates and availability may vary.

Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

About 15 minutes from the Chapel

The Inn at Gig Harbor

About 20 minutes from the Chapel

Exploring The Area

Tacoma & Surrounding Areas

Ruston Waterfront

A scenic two-mile stroll along Commencement Bay with views of the Sound and, on clear days, Mount Rainier.

Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402

LeMay – America’s Car Museum

Four floors of beautifully restored classic cars — a must for car lovers.

2702 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98421

Duke’s Seafood

Famous chowder and fresh Northwest seafood right on the water.

3327 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402

Shake Shake Shake

A retro burger-and-milkshake joint in the cozy Proctor District.

2621 N Proctor St, Tacoma, WA 98407

My Lil Cube

One of our local favorites — a sweet little spot worth the stop.

Tacoma area

Seattle

Heads up: Seattle traffic is no joke! Give yourself extra time (especially during rush hour, roughly 7–9am and 3–7pm), and expect to pay for parking almost everywhere downtown. Garages are usually easier than hunting for street spots. 🚗