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Experience the food and culture at one of Seattle’s most famous landmarks, Pike Place Market, on this guided tasting tour. Enjoy diverse tastings, from fresh produce and smoked salmon to local pastries and much more. Interact with the merchants before it gets busy, then savor the flavors, as well as the sights and sounds, of this historic attraction.

Walk and taste your way through Seattle's vibrant coffee culture in the city's hip Capitol Hill neighborhood. As you caffeinate, your guide will delve into the history, processes, speciality offerings, and unique coffee culture of the city. This crash course in coffee is a fun and interactive education in everything from single origin beans to sustainable coffee. Plus, you'll explore a key area in the revival of worldwide coffee culture.

Thanks to beautiful scenery, a vibrant town and the ambiance of Bavaria, Leavenworth is the most popular tourist destination in Washington after Seattle. Come and see it for yourself! Before we get to town, we'll enjoy classic Northwest scenery, take pictures with Bigfoot and stretch your legs on a woodsy trail. Explore Leavenworth and choose a lunch spot on your own (there are plenty of German options!) Heading back, we'll visit Deception Falls for a full Northwestern day to remember.

Spend a day exploring the ancient temperate rainforests and beautiful overlooks with a day tour to Olympic National Park. Your driver will take you and your group to some of the prettiest spots in the park, including scenic Hurricane Ridge and ancient Lake Crescent. You'll also get a chance to stop at the Olympic National Park Visitor Center, where you can familiarize yourself with the park's natural features.

Enjoy both types of spirit during a ghost tour that takes place across three of Seattle's best bars. A costumed guide helps to inject some theater into this experience, while exploring after dark makes for a spooky atmosphere. Plus, you'll hear lesser-know tales of haunting and horror that you're unlikely to find in the guide book and receive personalized attention in a small group.

Seattle is known for its seafood. Sample a variety of seafood dishes for yourself, and explore the renowned Pike Place Market, on this small-group seafood tasting tour. Follow your chef guide around the market and learn about its history, while sampling dishes like clam chowder, smoked scallops, salmon three ways, and sushi.

Visit beautiful Vancouver, Canada, consistently named one of the top five worldwide cities for livability and quality of life. We’ll leave from Seattle and see some of the city’s top sights including, Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown and Granville Island. We’ll stop to see the Gastown Steam Clock and have to option to experience the FlyOver Canada 4D experience (your own expense). Required documents include an ArriveCAN, E311 Declaration Card, and passport/green card.

Transfer from your cruise terminal to the airport or your hotel — and tour Seattle in between — on this 3-hour post-cruise city tour. See Seattle's most popular attractions, including the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, on this fully narrated excursion that includes pickup from your cruise terminal and drop-off at the airport or your hotel.

- Only long-term Exhibition that showcases artist Dale Chihuly’s work - Located at Seattle Center - Free digital photos - Free audio tour - Unique space with a garden & glasshouse - Live glass demonstrations year-round - Everything included in the ticket – no upcharges for smartphone audio tour, gallery talks, live glass demonstrations. - Garden is vibrant during all four seasons – spring and fall are particularly unique times in the ever-changing Garden.

Get a true taste of Seattle's coffee scene with a local guide, as you explore the vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood where coffee culture and counterculture intersect. Step into various coffee shops to taste a wide array of different brews, from traditional favorites to unique creations. Learn about the coffee production process, gain insight into the local culture and discover the stories behind each cup of coffee. This walking tour through Seattle, known as the coffee capital of the USA, will not only leave you feeling energized but also more knowledgeable about the craft and culture of coffee. This tour is carbon neutral, operated by a B Corp certified company committed to using travel as a force for good.

VOTED 10 BEST FOOD TOURS IN THE COUNTRY BY USA TODAY! Join us for Seattle’s original food and cultural tour of Pike Place Market! On our signature tour, we’ll take you on a journey through the lively and bustling days in the heart of Seattle: Pike Place Market. While our guides give you the most delicious tastings we could find at EIGHT different partners, you'll also learn the history of the market and hear the stories of the small-batch food and craft producers that make this place one of Seattle's most beloved landmarks. This is Pike Place Market 101! Savor Seattle is permitted and licensed by the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA) to operate tours in the Pike Place Market Historical District. The PDA requires any business or person conducting paid tours within its properties and in the public areas of the historical district to be pre-approved and to have a license for this activity.

Each neighborhood in Seattle has a unique feel, architectural style and social scene. Let’s take a ride and explore some of them! We will check out Capitol Hill, center of nightlife, meander through the Volunteer Park neighborhood to see some of Seattle’s beautiful old Victorian-style homes, then we're off to Columbia City, Beacon Hill, and Georgetown. There are spectacular views all through this drive! If you’re a new resident of Seattle, or considering moving here, this is a great tour for you to start building a mental map of the feel of the city, guided by a resident of 30 years. For a private version of this tour (1 to 4 people) please call/text

Get out on the water, and soak up the views, while sipping your favorite cocktails, on this private sightseeing cruise, with space for six passengers. Admire views of seaplanes, houseboats, and the scenic shoreline on Lake Union, along with famous sights like the Space Needle from the water. Enjoy personalized attention from the captain as you cruise around.

Capture the very best of Seattle on this city tour by bus. Your itinerary for the day includes many must-see spots, including Pike Place Market, the Central Waterfront, the Space Needle, and the locally sculpted Fremont Troll. Plus, this tour operates with a maximum of 15 people, ensuring you’ll enjoy a small-group experience from your expert guide.

lab·​o·​ra·​to·​ry | \ ˈla-b(ə-)rə-ˌtȯr-ē A place providing opportunity for experimentation, observation, or practice in a field of study. This is an ever-changing and high concept cocktail workshop (aka. laboratory) for those with 0 to 100 levels of experience. Unconventional, not a class; learn through experimentation! You get to take risks in this lab that you wouldn't normally take at home with hundreds of ingredients at your fingertips. Tools include smoking gun, test tubes, shaker sets, etc. It is my goal as your host to work with each of you and fine-tune each event to fit your individual mixology goals. By design, any awkwardness and negative judgement is kicked out the door in order for the madness to ensue!

Where but Olympic National Park can you find beaches, mountains, and rainforest in one place? This self-guided tour takes you through the most beautiful sites in this one-of-a-kind park. Cruise along the shores of a glacial lake, embark on hikes through lush old-growth forests, & take in views from lofty mountain vistas—all while hearing about the fascinating history of this landscape! Also included are bonus tours of Hurricane Ridge, Hoh Rainforest, and coastal beaches. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Explore many of Seattle’s key landmarks—and leave all the transit and planning to your guide—on this flexible, full-day tour. Meet in the morning, and travel in a comfortable bus or mini-coach. You’ll visit several top Seattle landmarks, including Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square. You can also upgrade to explore destinations like the Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass, The Museum of Flight, and more (own expense).

Travel throughout Seattle to get a well-rounded view of the city. Guests ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle while they learn about the highlights from a local guide. The tour covers destinations throughout the city as well as stops at Kerry Park, Pioneer Square, and the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. This is a door-to-door experience with hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Embark on a culinary adventure through the heart of Seattle's vibrant Pike Place Market. Join a guided walking tasting tour that promises to delight your palate with delicious food and coffee samples. We will eat donuts, salmon, cheesecake and more. Of course, there are stops at the Gum Wall Starbucks and the flying fish market. Your gastronomic exploration includes the aromatic allure of Seattle's world-renowned coffee culture. Sip on a freshly brewed cup of rich, locally sourced coffee as you learn about the city's love affair with the bean. Thoughtful Chef Tours is permitted and licensed by the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA) to operate in the Pike Place market Historical District. The PDA requires any business or person conducting paid tours within its properties and in the public areas of the historical district to be pre-approved and to have a license for this activity.

Experience the best of Seattle on this small-group minibus tour in and around the Emerald City. Visit great attractions in downtown Seattle and at the Seattle waterfront. Travel to Pioneer Square, Chinatown and International District, plus Seattle Center (with the iconic Space Needle), hopping out for photo ops throughout the tour.

Cycle through Seattle on this half-day tour that combines exercise with sightseeing. After getting matched with the appropriate gear, you'll follow your guide and group of just 12 fellow adventurers to some of Seattle's top sights, stopping to listen to insightful commentary along the way. Highlights include the Ballard Locks, Olympic Sculpture Park, the Fremont and Queen Anne neighborhoods, the fish ladder. Travel most of the way via protected bike lanes and an interurban bicycle trail.

Throughout the course of our one hour guided walking tour, guests can expect to learn about the first people of the area, the Great Northern Railroad, the logging industry, the transition to an Alpine Village, and even fun facts about Leavenworth today! The story of Leavenworth is so unique that our guests will have a whole new appreciation for the area after participating in our wonderful walking tour. We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the incredible history of Leavenworth, Washington.

Mount Rainier Park showcases Pacific Northwest's legacy. Traverse Nisqually Twin Firs Trail by Tahoma Creek. Longmire brims with pioneers & wildlife. Discover Tatoosh Range, Christine & Comet Falls. Uncover tales of John Muir & the pioneering woman climber. Gaze stars at Sunrise Point, Ohanapecosh, Tipsoo Lake. Start a collective journey via app; remember park entry rules & timings. visit ancient burial grounds, and really get to know this island’s rich culture. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This isn't an entrance ticket. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.