5.0 ★ · 246 reviews · from USD49
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 visit the cities art district, Chinatown-international district and 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.
Check Availability✓ Local guide
✓ Monorail Ticket
✕ Snacks
10 min
Meet here, learn about the native people of the area, the founding of the city, and the early days of Seattle
5 min
Pass through this lovely urban park lined with cafes and shops. Learn about the Great Seattle Fire
5 min
Beautiful mini park with a waterfall feature. Learn about the Klondike gold rush
Learn about the Klondike Gold Rush and the impact it had on Seattle - entrance is free
5 min
Amtrak station with large clock tower and ornate interior
Seattle's SODO neighborhood and Stadium District, home to the Seahawks and soccer teams - we pass by this stadium, but do not enter. Entry fee is NOT included in the tour
5 min
View the gate marking the entry to Seattle's Chinatown International District. Learn about the ID, Japan Town, & Little Saigon.
5 min
Learn more about this important Seattle Neighborhood
5 min
Experience the grandeur of this now defunct architectural treasure
Excellent museum - we pass by, but do not enter. Entry fee is NOT included in the tour
Japantown art gallery with an interesting and troubled history
20 min
View this unique architectural gem inside and out
10 min
Walk past this unique public market and and learn the history of this city gem
15 min
We'll take a ride on the iconic monorail from Westlake Center in downtown Seattle to Seattle Center
15 min
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
Museum dedicated to rock and roll, science fiction, and pop culture, designed by the architect Frank Gehry - we pass by, but do not enter. Entry fee is NOT included in the tour
Iconic Seattle landmark - we pass by, but do not enter. Entry fee is NOT included in the tour
Seattle Science Museum with remnants of the '62 World Fair - we pass by, but do not enter. Entry fee is NOT included in the tour
2 min
musical fountain
Seattle Center Food Hall
Learn the story of how this historic structure was renovated into a state of the art sports and performance venue - we pass by, but do not enter. Entry fee is NOT included in the tour
15 min
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
in front of the Pioneer Building