USA · SEATTLE TOURS
Good seattle tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Explore Seattle’s Pioneer Square from above and below on a lively one-hour tour covering old passageways, the Klondike era, and Coast Salish history.
“Enjoyable historical through Streets and underground of Seattle. Daniel was knowledgeable and moved us at a reasonable pace.”
Taste Pike Place Market with a chef guide, sampling chowder, cheese, chocolate, tacos, truffles, and local specialties in a small group.
“Be prepared for deliciousness! Some stairs but overall easy pace. Great variety of food samples and stories. Loved the history bit about the Gold Rush, Eddie Bauer and Nordstrom’s.”
Review of the Mt. Rainier Highlights Tour from Seattle, with waterfalls, forest walks, Paradise views, seasonal tips, and honest advice.
“We had a lovely day with Cory who looked after us so well and even though the weather wasn't on our side it rained all day. We manged two walks in the National Park, enjoyed time in the lodge and then on the way home hot chocolate/ice cream in a very unique American store. If you can do this tour you will not be disappointed. Thank you Cory Alan and Julia 44 years .....”
Explore Seattle’s buried streets, 1890s passageways, and 1889 fire history on a lively one-hour Pioneer Square walking tour.
“Very informative. Our tour guide was hilarious and we really loved her. Learned a lot about Seattle history.”
Cruise Elliott Bay for skyline, mountain, port, and Seattle history views on this narrated one-hour Argosy harbor tour.
“Great views of the city!! Interesting details about the skyline and history of specific buildings. Worth the price!”
See Pike Place, Pioneer Square, Ballard Locks, Kerry Park, and the Space Needle on a practical three-hour Seattle city tour.
“Tour was great. Tyler was a great tour guide. He shared a lot of history and was very knowledgeable.”
See Seattle from 520 feet and explore Chihuly’s dazzling glass garden with one flexible, same-day ticket at Seattle Center.
“Great attractions! Price was cheaper than at the ticket office.”
Review the Mt. Rainier day tour from Seattle, with waterfalls, forests, snow, flexible stops, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We had a wonderful trip to Mt. Rainier. Our tour guide, Ken, was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was such a wonderful experience from beginning to end and I’d highly recommend checking this tour out.”
Taste eight or more Pike Place Market specialties, learn Seattle market history, and get insider tips on this two-hour small-group tour.
“Our experience with Woody was great, he took us to all the cool spots, very knowledgeable and friendly. The little dishes we got were all so yummy, our favorite was definitely the clam chowder. We would do this again, thank you Woody!”
Combine Snoqualmie Falls with Seattle highlights on a four-hour small-group tour, led by local guides with history and photo tips.
“The tour guy Dale was great he was so interesting and had lots of good info when visiting Seattle plus he had camera tips when taking pictures”
Explore Pike Place Market before the crowds with local tastings, market history, and a small-group guide-led tour in Seattle.
“Bobs was great. Enjoyed learning about the market. Food was yummy, especially the gelato and cookie.”
See Seattle’s top sights, neighborhoods, floating homes, and Ballard Locks on a lively three-hour small-group bus tour.
“Earl is very knowledgeable, funny, and easy to talk with. A good heart; Earl gave an extended tour and also gave us a ride back to our hotel.”
Explore Olympic National Park from Seattle by ferry and small van, with naturalist-led walks, seasonal hikes, meals, snacks, and mountain views.
“Every tour i had at National Parks/Historical Landmarks /Nature has always been thru small group guided tour for years and I can honestly say this is one of the most comfortable and memorable getting closer to beautiful nature. It was made better by the tour guide Evan , who maintained his professionalism and accommodating friendly attitude without being annoying. Evan made sure everyone is treated equally and fairly without being disrespectful or intrusive. He made sure we take our time and enjoy the opportunities we have yet have all the bases covered. His knowledge was very helpful and you can tell he respects every one of us and avoids anything…”
Taste eight local foods on a two-hour Pike Place Market tour with a small group, colorful stories, smoked salmon, chowder, gelato, and more.
“We try to have a guided tour when we travel. We usually get so much out of these tours that we just wouldn’t anywhere else. Rowan, our guide, was exceptional! Fun, energetic and so knowledgeable on the market. He guided us all thru it and we were sad when it was over!”
Review of the all-inclusive Mount Rainier day tour from Seattle, with small-group transport, guided walks, meals, waterfalls, and seasonal snowshoeing.
“Booked the all-inclusive Mt. Rainier hike tour. Unfortunately because of winter weather there were a lot of roads that were closed that limited our access to the national park. But our guide Marty adapted, gave us the best options available to us which eventually led to an absolutely fun 4 hour hike, and gave us above and beyond service, great information, and adapted the experience based on varying needs and preferences of our small group. Plenty of great snacks, great lunch, and really great experience!”
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