Discover the best of Seattle on a 4-hour walking tour. Explore Pioneer Square, Pike Place Market, and iconic landmarks while learning about the city’s history and enjoying local attractions and eateries.
Discover the best of Seattle on a 4-hour walking tour. Explore Pioneer Square, Pike Place Market, and iconic landmarks while learning about the city’s history and enjoying local attractions and eateries.
- Pioneer Square - Begin the tour in the historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, where Seattle’s early white settlers established the city. This area is steeped in the history of the city’s early mining and brothel days, with late 19th and early 20th-century buildings still standing. It also pays homage to its original inhabitants, the Duwamish and…
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Pioneer Square - Begin the tour in the historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, where Seattle’s early white settlers established the city. This area is steeped in the history of the city’s early mining and brothel days, with late 19th and early 20th-century buildings still standing. It also pays homage to its original inhabitants, the Duwamish and Suquamish peoples. The tour guide will walk you through the city’s development, capturing its pre-industrial and settlement days as a Native American village and harvesting grounds.
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Pike Place Market - The Seattle walking tour includes the labyrinthine Pike Place Market, where you can savor Pacific Northwest cuisine, immigrant-inspired street food, shop extensively, and enjoy views of the Puget Sound. The tour guide will provide an overview of the market’s history and its close-knit community, comprising diverse cultures and generationally-owned shops that attract thousands of visitors and locals annually.
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Space Needle - While exploring Seattle Center, there are numerous opportunities to capture stunning photos of this iconic landmark, arguably Seattle’s symbol. Book tickets to experience breathtaking views of the Puget Sound, city skyline, and distant Olympic and Cascade mountains from its 520-foot-high observation deck!
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Seattle Center Monorail - Consider resting your legs by hopping on the Seattle Monorail (for a nominal fee). This transit line makes just one stop at Seattle Center, where other landmarks from the 1962 Century 21 Exposition still stand. You’ll hear intriguing stories about the expo, the famous celebrities who attended, and more as you travel over Belltown and through (yes, through!) the Museum of Pop Culture building.
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Smith Tower Visitor Experience - The tour will pass by this neoclassical building, once Seattle’s tallest skyscraper, now housing a mix of businesses, residential floors, and a historical tourist attraction, including an observation deck and bar.
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Seattle Waterfront - The waterfront is home to numerous souvenir shops, restaurants offering fish and chips and local oysters, a ferris wheel, and docks serving as departure points for sightseeing cruises and the Washington ferry system. On the Seattle walking tour, enjoy a stroll past these attractions and take in the beautiful views of the Puget Sound.
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Pike Place Fish Market - The Seattle city walking tour will pass by the lively market stall famous for its flying fish. Discover the incredible variety of edible Pacific Northwest species as you watch skilled fishmongers toss whole salmon through the air!
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Pike Place Chowder - You’ll pass by a renowned chowder spot known for its variety of Pacific Northwest stews, with a chance to purchase a cup based on your guide’s recommendations.
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Piroshky Piroshky | Pike Place Market - You’ll pass by one of the market’s most celebrated foodie spots, famous for its Russian pastries with sweet or savory fillings. A true small business gem that has perfected the piroshky!
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Beecher’s Handmade Cheese - You’ll pass by this cheese shop renowned for making its products right at the front of the store! Watch and learn about the cheese-making process and sample Beecher’s signature cheeses.
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Ghost Alley Espresso - Likely pass by this charming coffee shop located under the market, with an opportunity to grab a cup of specialty coffee or tea.
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Three Girls Bakery - The market tour may pass by this bakery, where you can purchase baked goods, from tasty hamentashen and rugelach to delicious danish and filled macaroons. The guide will share the history of this eatery and its connections to Jewish immigrants in Seattle.
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The Gum Wall - The Pike Place tour may stop at one of Seattle’s most unique attractions, a 50-foot-long wall entirely covered with chewing gum! Regardless of your feelings about it, you’ll definitely want a few photos at this iconic spot and hear all about its history and current care and maintenance.
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Original Starbucks - On this Pike Place Market walking tour, pass by the birthplace of one of the world’s largest coffee chains, the original Starbucks. If fortunate, grab a cup of java, or simply marvel at the endless line as people queue for their lattes at this historic and cultural site.
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Seattle Great Wheel - This ferris wheel has adorned the Elliott Bay shoreline since 2012 and is a fantastic pre- or post-tour activity to enjoy before your private Seattle tour with us!
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Chinatown International District - This neighborhood is one of several options for a customizable Seattle walking tour and is highly recommended for those eager to try unique foods. It’s also a fascinating area that has fought to maintain its distinctive identity, with the history of Seattle’s early immigrants and pioneers evident on every street.
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Amazon Spheres - The tour may pass by this unique structure where Amazon employees dine, meet, and relax in what is essentially an indoor botanical garden. This area is perfect for anyone interested in the modern tech and workplace industry that has significantly transformed Seattle in recent years.
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Olympic Sculpture Park - This beautiful park features numerous sculptures by local and world-renowned artists. It’s an excellent choice for travelers seeking a bit more nature in their experience. The tour guide can provide insights into Seattle’s efforts to create a more eco-conscious shoreline as you enjoy some of the best views of Elliott Bay and Bainbridge Island.
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Museum of Pop Culture - For music enthusiasts, purchasing tickets for this museum dedicated to rock and roll is recommended. It contains music memorabilia and rotating exhibits featuring legendary artists.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass - Many choose to conclude their city tour with a visit to one of Seattle Center’s many excellent institutions. This museum showcases the awe-inspiring works of glass giant Dale Chihuly and his students. On certain days, the museum offers glass-blowing demonstrations!

- Local guide
- Learn the history of Seattle’s most popular attraction, Pike Place Market
- Take in beautiful views along the historic and bustling Seattle waterfront
- Relive Seattle’s early years in the historic Pioneer Square district
- Enjoy local Pacific Northwest eats like chowder, fresh cheese and fruit, & more
- Visit top sites including the Gum Wall and the oldest operating Starbucks
- Local guide
- Learn the history of Seattle’s most popular attraction, Pike Place Market
- Take in beautiful views along the historic and bustling Seattle waterfront
- Relive Seattle’s early years in the historic Pioneer Square district
- Enjoy local Pacific Northwest eats like chowder, fresh cheese and fruit, & more
- Visit top sites including the Gum Wall and the oldest operating Starbucks
- Food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
- Food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
Tour Seattle on foot with a local, knowledgeable guide who will give you a truly meaningful visit to the top attractions of the city!
We’ll start our Seattle tour in the historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, where you’ll hear stories of the city’s Gold Rush days, visit historic sites like Smith Tower and the Klondike National Historical Park, and…
Tour Seattle on foot with a local, knowledgeable guide who will give you a truly meaningful visit to the top attractions of the city!
We’ll start our Seattle tour in the historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, where you’ll hear stories of the city’s Gold Rush days, visit historic sites like Smith Tower and the Klondike National Historical Park, and discover its musical past.
Along the waterfront, you’ll get to see Seattle’s ferry terminal, the Seattle Wheel, historic wharves, and a beloved local fish bar. Hear fascinating facts about Seattle’s waterways and grab some group photos with a gorgeous backdrop of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains.
From the waterfront, we’ll head to Seattle’s most popular attraction, Pike Place Market, where your tour guide will help you navigate to the best places to eat in the market. Grab some creamy chowder or a fresh brewed cup of coffee as we pass by the notorious Gum Wall, see the oldest Starbucks, and wait for fish to fly!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.