Discover the rich cultural history of Seattle on a private tour that includes a visit to the iconic Space Needle. Explore art, history, and local institutions in Seattle Center, and enjoy breathtaking views from the observation deck.
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Seattle Center - Your Seattle walking tour takes place in the Seattle Center in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Uptown Seattle. The Center is home to many cultural institutions, a sports arena, local radio station, and of course, the iconic Space Needle.
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Space Needle - You’ll enjoy timed entry to the Space Needle, arguably the most iconic building in Seattle, following your private walking tour. Beforehand, your tour guide will fill you in on the structure’s design and its original purpose for the 1962 World’s Fair.
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Chihuly Garden and Glass - You’ll pass by this museum and studio known for its unbelievable sculptures of glass, all made or designed by glass artist Dale Chihuly.
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Pacific Science Center - You’ll pass by this science museum, a kid-friendly museum filled with interactive science exhibits, Laser Dome, and IMAX theaters.
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Pacific Northwest Ballet - You’ll be passing by this building housing the highly regarded ballet company which has long put on top performances including a wintertime favorite The Nutcracker.
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McCaw Hall - You’ll pass by this performing arts hall that is home to two of Seattle’s most venerated institutions, the Seattle Opera and Pacific Northwest Ballet.
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Seattle Opera - We’ll pass by this enormous complex which has been home to some of the greatest operas of the stage, including Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen and Carmen, since the 1960s.
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Seattle Repertory Theatre - We’ll pass by this theatre that has staged countless performances including works by August Wilson and F. Scott Fitzgerald, and today puts emphasis on highlighting plays by black and female playwrights.
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Cornish Playhouse - You’ll pass by this 1914 institution run by the Cornish College of the Arts and that offers programs for students in art, design, dance, theatre, and more.
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Light In The Attic Record Shop - If you’re a music fan, we’ll make time to walk over to this small record shop and label located inside the KEXP gathering space to pursue the vinyls for your favorite artists!
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International Fountain - You’ll pass by this musical fountain with epic views of the Space Needle and which was installed for the 1962 World’s Fair.
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Museum of Pop Culture - You’ll pass by this institution dedicated to preserving the history of music, including exhibits about famous Seattle artists and bands and lots of memorabilia and artifacts that will impress any music fan!
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Climate Pledge Arena - You may pass by this sports arena not only known as the home of Seattle’s ice hockey team, the Kraken, but also for its innovative sustainable design.
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Seattle Children’s Theatre - We may pass by this theater intended for young audiences and which offers a year-round drama school for young aspiring artists.
- Relax at the International Fountain and see landmarks of Century 21 Expo fame
- Discover the stories behind Seattle art and history on a Seattle Center tour
- Space Needle Admission
- Local guide
- Visit places linked with Seattle music history, including a local radio station
- Food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide
- Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops
This Seattle tour has it all: art, history, culture, and incredible views from the top of the iconic Space Needle!
Our Seattle tour starts with a walk around the Queen Anne neighborhood and Seattle Center. As we pass by landmarks like the Museum of Pop Culture and Chihuly Garden and Glass, your local tour guide will point out the grounds’ lesser-known artworks and institutions, from the famous musical International Fountain to surrounding entertainment complexes like the Seattle Opera.
For any Seattle music fans, we can include a stop at a local radio station and record store to browse some vinyls and enjoy some local coffee.
Then it’s off to the Space Needle for timed entry to the observation deck. Once there, you’ll enjoy a 360-degree Space Needle tour with your guide, who will point out other city landmarks and provide some Seattle history background.
After the tour, continue enjoying spectacular views of the city, Puget Sound, and on clear days, the Olympics and Mount Rainier!
- For parties less than 4, Please call to book
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
