This is a fun, informative tour that's easy to walk, but covers a lot of ground. We will point out the big iconic sites, but visit a few places off the beaten path as well. In this tour we’ll get you acquainted with Seattle. Starting in the Pioneer Square neighborhood, you’ll learn about the history and founding of the emerald city. We’ll peruse art galleries and try some treats (and of course, some delicious coffee) as we meander through the downtown core. Then it’s a ride through the future past on the historic monorail, which we’ll ride to Seattle Center, the site of the 1962 world’s fair. This is a walking tour and we cover roughly 2.5 miles on foot. The tour will take place no matter the weather, rain or shine, (we only cancel during weather advisories). We recommend you dress appropriately, including footwear.
- Half-day Oahu tour
- Small groups—maximum of seven people
- Learn about local history, geology, and spiritual practices
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
What To Expect
Pioneer Square
Meet here, learn about the native people of the area, the founding of the city, and the early days of Seattle
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Occidental Park
Pass through this lovely urban park lined with cafes and shops. Learn about the Great Seattle Fire
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Waterfall Garden Park
Beautiful mini park with a waterfall feature. Learn about the Klondike gold rush
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chinatown International District
View the gate marking the entry to Seattle’s Chinatown International District. Learn about the ID, Japan Town, & Little Saigon.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4Culture
Gallery in the Tashiro Kaplan Building with rotating exhibitions by King County artists. This stop is one example of several galleries and art making spaces we may stop at on this tour depending on available time and gallery hours.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Seattle Public Library
View this unique architectural gem inside and out
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pike Place Market
Visit this unique public market and historic city gem. Food stalls galore!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Seattle Center Monorail
We’ll take a ride on the iconic monorail, a 2 mile ride from Westlake Center in downtown seattle to Seattle Center
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Seattle Center
A walk through the grounds of the 1962 World’s Fair, now a civic culture center with museums, performance spaces & theaters, and the iconic Seattle Space Needle. Tickets to these attractions is not included on this tour, guests are welcome to purchase tickets and visit various museums or the Space Needle after the conclusion of the tour. Your guide can make recommendations
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
KEXP
The tour concludes at the gathering space at Seattle’s independent radio station – KEXP. Grab a coffee (guests will purchase their own coffee), peruse records, watch the DJ’s live in the booth and listen to the broadcast. If we’re lucky, maybe we’ll catch a live performance by a touring or local band
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 14 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is approximately 2.5 mile walking tour – remaining time be spent walking between stops
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Include
Monorail Ticket
Exclude
Snacks
Max group – 15
