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Mt. Rainier Day Tour

Enjoy a fun-filled, day-long tour of the breathtakingly beautiful wonderland that is Mount Rainier National Park.

DURATION: 10-12 Hours PRICE: $175 Adult, $135 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Seattle Grand Four Hour City Tour

This city tour, spanning four hours, offers an excellent beginning for those seeking a close and personalized introduction to the marvels of the Emerald City.

DURATION: 4 Hours PRICE: $107 Adult, $96 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Winery + Waterfall Tour

Embark on a delightful wine-tasting journey to Woodinville, a charming destination just outside Seattle, providing an intimate tasting experience with boutique wineries. The adventure extends to the majestic Snoqualmie Falls, inviting exploration of its beautiful gardens and trails.

DURATION: 6 Hours PRICE: $135 Adult, $100 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Olympic National Park Tour

Olympic National Park is well known for having several different ecosystems to explore: subalpine forest, wildflower meadows, temperate rain-forest, and the rugged Pacific Shore.

DURATION: 12 Hours PRICE: $230 Adult, $182 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Day Trip

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Brighten up your spring with a day trip from Seattle to the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, one of the most magnificent floral displays in the US! (ENTER PROMO CODE “TULIPS24” to receive a special 50% discount now) DURATION: 8 Hours PRICE: $250 Each MORE INFORMATION

‘Faithful Hands’ Farm Tour

Come and engage your senses in our interactive farm tour and learn what we do to run our farm. Visit the gardens and greenhouse and see what we grow. Our hope is that you will leave feeling inspired, encouraged and empowered to try it yourselves.

DURATION: 1.5 Hours PRICE:  $25 Adult, $15 Child MORE INFORMATION Book Now

Leavenworth Village of Lights Festival

Visit the Village of Lights Festival in the picturesque Bavarian-themed mountain village of Leavenworth, Washington. (ENTER PROMO CODE: LIGHTS24 to receive a special 50% discount now)

DURATION: 12 Hours PRICE: $198 Each MORE INFORMATION Book Now Gift Card

Boeing Factory Tour

The Future of Flight Tour is currently being offered for private transportation only. (Please see our Private Tour Section)

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I can tell you this: from start to finish, the day was perfect. Touring with Customized Tours was easy, relaxing, and so lovely.

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"Cory, our tour guide greeted us directly in our hotel lobby. We were the last of the tour to be picked up, so we were immediately on our way to the first winery! The tour does not include wine tasting fees, but there was a free tour that included some wine tasting (Chateau Ste. Michelle). We even had time to enjoy a glass of wine before the tour. Our tour guide took care of getting us our boxed lunches as we were at the winery! The next stop was Goose Ridge Winery, where we enjoyed lunch and another wine tasting. My husband saw that they also had cider tastings so he was able to taste cider! Our tour guide was very informative and personable, making the trip enjoyable. We had ample time to spend at each location. The falls were magnificent and it was convenient to be dropped off right at the falls! The last stop at the chocolate factory was a sweet end to our tour! We would highly recommend this tour!"

4-hour seattle city tour

We enjoyed our tour and our tour guide was very good about taking us to all the popular places as well as some side stops. (ex: Theo's chocolates, fisherman's landing, Kerry Park, Klondike National Park/museum). She was very knowledgeable and very informative about Seattle. We would recommend this tour and it is very reasonably priced.

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Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle Winery Tour

Cory, the guide made this trip so much fun! I would highly recommend this trip it was the best part of my Seattle visit! (January 2020)

Most beautiful place in Washington State with super friendly and knowledgeable guide

Wow, what a day! I wasn’t sure what to expect with it being pretty cold and wet, but this tour was a blast. It had everything, beautiful lakes, waterfalls, beautiful lush forest, ocean beaches, hiking (be prepared to do a fair bit, at least 5 or 6 miles). Cresent Lake is breathtaking and Tongue point was a beautiful surprise at low tide with all the tide pools. Joel did an excellent job of showing us all the diverse landscape and some super cool hidden gems. There were even a few things we missed due to road closures so I will definitely be going back on another tour when the weather warms up. This place is truly spectacular and I couldn’t have asked for a more friendlier and knowledgeable guide.

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The 7 Best Seattle Tours

Explore the Emerald City's natural beauty and urban offerings with these guided excursions.

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See Seattle's top sights from the water with a tour from Argosy Cruises.

Note: Some tour providers on this list may have limited or ceased operations due to COVID-19. Check with your tour operator about availability before you book.

Idyllically situated in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is a mecca for foodies, tech experts and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're here to see its city-based attractions like the Olympic Sculpture Park or its natural wonders like Mount Si , the best way to experience it all is with a guided tour. Browse through these 7 top Seattle tours, identified by U.S. News using both expert opinions and traveler sentiment, to help you plan your ideal getaway.

Argosy Cruises – Harbor Cruise

Sail through Seattle's Elliott Bay with Argosy Cruises. The one-hour narrated boat tour takes passengers through Puget Sound, by the shipping port and offers city skyline views. The vessel sports a full-service bar with snacks and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Tour-goers report seeing lots of wildlife and fantastic views. They also enjoy their friendly and informative guides. Seating is first-come, first-served, and boarding begins 20 minutes ahead of departure time. Tickets start at $33 for adults and $20 for kids ages 4 to 12; children 3 and younger ride for free. Tours run multiple times daily during peak summer months; there is an abbreviated schedule in the winter. The company also conducts wine cruises, as well as cruises of Lake Washington, among other sailings.

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Tours Northwest – Mt Rainier Tour

A trip to Mount Rainier is a must when visiting Seattle, but if you don't want to navigate to the peak yourself, consider this daytrip with Tours Northwest. You'll ride in an air-conditioned coach bus through incredible scenery en route to the mountain. At the park, you'll have the opportunity to hike as much or as little as you want to see waterfalls, meadows and old-growth forests. Tourgoers rave about their guides' knowledge of the park and its trails. They also relish the beautiful scenery and the frequent stops for photo-ops and exploration. Tours operate May through October. Each tour begins at 7:30 a.m. and lasts about 10 hours. Tickets for adults cost approximately $140 and tickets for children 7 to 12 cost approximately $120. Park fees are included, but you will need to pay for lunch. Tours Northwest also provides tours of Seattle and the Boeing facility.

Customized Tours – Olympic National Park Tour

Olympic National Park encompasses nearly 1 million acres and features a variety of ecosystems, including temperate rainforests, mountains and coastline. Customized Tours' daylong outing of the park aims to see each of these ecosystems. The tour begins with pickup from select Seattle hotels before hopping on a ferry ride across the Puget Sound to explore the park. Travelers agree that the park is incredible and the long day (about 12 hours) is worth it. They also advise wearing comfortable shoes; you'll be chauffeured in a bus to different locations, but you will still do a lot of walking. Tickets start at $170 for adults and $145 for children 11 and younger. Pickups start around 7:30 a.m. Tours run Monday, Wednesday and Friday from April through October. The company operates several other Seattle outings, including city tours and trips to Mount Rainier.

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Beneath the Streets

Learn about the formation of Seattle and its original neighborhood, Pioneer Square, on this one-hour Beneath the Streets tour. Expert guides will lead you through underground passageways dating back to the 1890s, sharing historic information, along with stories of the Klondike Gold Rush, the city's architecture and the Coast Salish tribes who originally inhabited the area. Tourgoers describe the experience as full of interesting information and praise their well-educated guides. Tours, limited to 16 people, leave every 30 minutes between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Though tours run daily, there is limited availability on Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets cost approximately $25 for adults, $22 for college students and teens, and $15 for children ages 7 to 12. The company also operates an adults-only red-light district tour.

Eat Seattle – Food Tour of Pike Place

Taste your way through Seattle's famous Pike Place Market with a chef leading the way. Guides will share insider tips about where area chefs shop and explain the history of the market. Along the way, you could sample chowder, chocolate, pasta and more. Tour-takers say the guides are wonderful and the food is delicious. Many commented the samples are enough for lunch. The two-hour tours depart several times daily, typically between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets cost about $50 per person. Abbreviated, hourlong tours of the market are also available on select days.

Puget Sound Express – Seattle Whale Watching Tours

A variety of wildlife species call Seattle home, including several different types of whales. The Puget Sound Express offers a half-day whale-watching tour that gives visitors the opportunity to see orcas, humpback whales, otters, sea lions and more in the San Juan Islands. The company's speedy boats reach the islands in about an hour and feature indoor seating with large windows, outdoor viewing decks and a cafe serving fresh blueberry buckle. Plus, the Puget Sound Express guarantees you will see whales on your tour or your next trip is free. Tourgoers rave about the courteous crew and all the wildlife spotted thanks to the crew's attentiveness and knowledge of the area. Tours last four to five hours and leave daily from April through October. Exact departure times vary by season. Ticket prices start at $135 for adults and $95 for children 2 to 10, while children younger than 2 ride for free. The company also offers bird-watching and multi-day wildlife cruises.

Shutter Tours – Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle City Tour

Travelers enjoy this comprehensive tour because it offers a balance of gorgeous natural scenery and a great overview of the city's top sights. During the four-hour excursion, tourgoers start with a lesson in Seattle history, exploring the Pioneer Square area – the hub of the Klondike Gold Rush. Travelers are then transported to the beautiful Snoqualmie Falls in the Cascade foothills. Next, the tour continues to the famous Fremont Troll and then the Ballard Locks. Finally, it concludes at Kerry Park , a popular spot to snap photos of the Seattle skyline. Reviewers recommend booking this tour your first day in Seattle to get your bearings. Tickets cost approximately $70 for adults, $65 for seniors, and $55 for children 12 and younger. Tours run daily at 10 a.m. Shutter Tours also operates a tour to Mount Rainier and a Tulip Festival tour every April.

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PREMIER SEATTLE CITY TOUR BUS

Our Seattle City Tours have all the best Seattle attractions that you can see from the comfort of our spacious coach buses!

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Combine our 3-hour Seattle City Tour with luxury hotel pickup and drop off!

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Mt Rainier Tour from Seattle

Touring at its finest with knowledgeable guides, comfortable mini-coaches, and 3 convenient meeting locations from downtown Seattle. Experience old-growth forests, wildflower-filled meadows, and thundering waterfalls on this tour of Mt. Rainier.

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Pre-Alaska Cruise Transportation and City Tour

Make the most of your time and money by combining tour and transportation with our Pre-Cruise City Tour! It also includes a 3-hour tour of Seattle. Consider this tour your Seattle hotel cruise port shuttle, with local culture added on top.

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2-Day Olympic National Park Tour

Explore the stunning natural beauty of Olympic National Park on this 2-day tour. K nowledgeable guides, comfortable mini-coaches, and 3 convenient meeting locations from downtown Seattle create a smooth, enjoyable experience. This is your chance to wander through alpine meadows and lush rainforests. Cameras at the ready!

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Private Seattle Tour

Explore Seattle at your own pace on this private and professionally-guided city tour. The tour begins from your hotel, where your personal local expert will pick your party up in a Pearl Chevrolet Suburban LTZ.

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Private Charters with Tours Northwest are your best option for airport or cruise ship transportation, shuttles to events and business meetings, or regular outings such as school sports events.

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Tours Northwest is a local, family-owned company that has been operating in Seattle for the past 30+ years. We offer tours in Seattle, Washington such as our Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour year-round. Beginning in May, we showcase our all-day scenic tour to Mt. Rainier ! Our recent addition of the 2-Day Olympic National Park Tour provides an exclusive tour from Seattle of the lush Hoh Rainforest, sea stack filled Pacific coastline, and Hurricane Ridge.

Our Seattle Tours offer a perfect orientation overview of the Pacific Northwest with authentic and memorable insights into the city of Seattle and surrounding areas, covering geography, culture, food, history, and architecture. Get a chance to see the massive Boeing factory and impressive 777 planes being built on our unique Private SUV Boeing Factory Tour . We provide transportation services and tours from most hotels in downtown Seattle. Our 14 to 32 passenger mini-coaches are comfortable with large, oversized windows so you won’t miss a thing.

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Avery was our tour guide and he was amazing!! Knowledgeable, funny, personable and kind to my ADA grandmother. We enjoyed seeing all the sights. Would highly recommend this tour, and would highly recommend requesting Avery as your guide if that's at all possible!!

What a way to see Mt Rainer! Lucinda was the perfect guide, very knowledgeable, willing to lend a helping hand, who truly enjoys what she does and I feel like she went above and beyond! We had perfect viewing conditions and our guide took us to all the perfect picturesque spots! Would highly recommend this tour!

I enjoyed this tour and the pace of it given my lengthy travel the day before to get to Seattle. The tour guide was knowledgeable, quirky and made everyone feel at home immediately. He was very warm, and took care of us throughout our stops, especially when I got lost. There was a lot to see of urban and suburban and the pace, stop-offs and breaks were all good and reasonable in length. There was alot of knowledge being passed, and he provided a backbone to the start up, progress and history of the city. That really helped me for the rest of my stay in Seattle and other tours I took. I’d recommend this tour. There isn’t a lot of walking but i left feeling I had a better feel for the city and it’s people.

This was an excellent way to see the majority of the park and explore various highlights including several waterfalls, with a limited amount of time. The guide, Andreas, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and shared insights regarding the history and seasonal changes within the park. Highly recommend this trip.

We thought we had missed the tour by mis-reading the pick-up time. We phoned the company (and spoke to a live person) and they agreed to circle back to pick us up! We are soooo glad we didn't miss it. Steve was an amazing guide with wonderful insights into the city history, amusing quips about area, and he simply made the tour a memorable event. Well worth the time and money.

Great time! Our driver/tour guide, Ken, was fantastic, very knowledgeable! Would give us little tidbits of info on Seattle as we left Seattle and also when returning besides plenty info on Mt Rainier. I was very impressed with his amount of knowledge. Wish I could have retained all of it, lol. The views as we drove up the mountain were gorgeous and he would always gave us a heads up so we could have our phones/cameras ready to snap. He would also make stops on the way back so we could have more time to take the scenery in. Make sure to bring snacks along and we were able to stop at a grocery store with a great deli so we could purchase something for our lunch for later. Our final stop did not have a big choice and also had long lines. Glad we purchased our deli items ahead of time. Gave us more time to explore the area. Great Day!!!

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Boeing Everett Factory Tour from Seattle

Experience the modern marvel of commercial jet production on this one-of-a-kind tour.  Includes admission to the Boeing Future of Flight factory tour and guided transport to and from downtown Seattle.

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Pike Place Market Food & Culture Tour

Join us on an intimate guided food tour of the world-famous Pike Place Market as we explore the back alleys, narrow corridors, and tiny storefronts in search of our favorite places.

Early-Bird Food Tour of Pike Place Market

Early birds are rewarded with this food and culture tour of Seattle’s most famous attraction!  This intimate and tasty tour gives you a valuable a head start on the crowd of 30,000 people who visit the Market each day.

2 Hour Seattle Snapshots Tour

Designed to help you create the ultimate Seattle photo album – 7+ iconic photos of the best spots, all in 2 hours!

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3 Hour Sightseeing Seattle Tour

Experience the best of the city with a small group of no more than 14 guests! Great way to get to know all of Seattle in a short amount of time, we’ll explore all the major attractions and give you a glimpse into the charming neighborhoods that make Seattle unique.

Post-Cruise City Tour

End your cruise vacation with our award-winning 3 hour Show Me Seattle City Highlights Tour. Cruise pickup and airport dropoff included. Got time to kill before your flight? Add on a Blast Pass to The Space Needle and shopping at Pike Place Market!

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We made several stops where we got out of the van, including a lengthy tour of the Ballard Locks led by our guide. Our tour guide, Lucky, was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour exceptional. The tour gave us a great overview of the history of Seattle, its culture and its many interesting sites. I would highly recommend the tour.

Truly the best part of our trip to Seattle. Seattle Food Tour was yummy and the information was great, Marcia has so much energy and definitely knows her way around the market. I look forward to doing another tour in the future.

The Pike Place Market food tour was fantastic. And Lucky Lane, our tour guide, was super entertaining and helpful, providing us with additional tips for visiting Seattle and dropping us near places of interest, e.g. space needle, on the way back.

We only had a couple of days in Seattle and this tour gave us a comprehensive overview of all of the major sights of the city. Our guide Dave (Elvis) was brilliant. Friendly, funny and wonderfully informative about the city. Thank you for a lovely tour and great value for money.

Dave (Elvis) picked us up on time in a nice comfortable mid-sized coach. When we arrived at Boeing a Dreamlifter was just about to take off and he made sure we got to the roof to see it and video it. He made sure we understood the processes and procedures involved in the tour. The factory is engineering on a huge scale and we saw the production lines for 747, 777 and Dreamliner. An excellent trip all round.

Simply AMAZING!!!!!! Great food tour! Had such a fantastic time! The walking is very doable and the scenery of the market is amazing!

The Top 21 Excursions and Tours in Seattle

Headed to the Emerald City sometime soon? We’ve compiled a list of the top tours in Seattle. Try one of our picks!

Located in Washington state in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is famous for many things—its iconic skyline, magnificent scenery, eclectic culture, and, of course, the tech industry and Starbucks. The Emerald City is young and vibrant, smack dab in the middle of pristine nature. You can easily fill your time bouncing between world-class museums, stunning parkland, and welcoming coffee shops and never get bored.

Just a warning: You may go broke! Seattle is an expensive city, so budget your trip wisely.

Planning any type of travel can be taxing, so to help you get started with your itinerary, we’ve put together a list of the top excursions and tours in Seattle. This has been created based on the experience of our own in-house travel experts along with TripAdvisor and Google Map reviews.

Enjoy a scavenger hunt in Seatown!

One of the most popular ways to see a new city or rediscover a favorite destination is on a tour, and Let’s Roam offers some of the most unique excursions available! Our Seattle Scavenger Hunt Tours will have you and your travel companions testing your smarts with questions about the attractions you visit. Earn points, take pics, and see who comes out on top!

21 Tours in Seattle

Below you’ll find a list of some of our favorite tours of Seattle including everything from bus tours to wine tastings. These tours can give you a great taste of Seattle and we are sure that they will leave you wanting more!

Seattle City Tours

Here at Let’s Roam, we absolutely adore exploring new cities, and although it’s great to be able to simply wander around on your own, sometimes guided sightseeing tours can help get a much better understanding of a city and what makes it so special. From walking tours to bus tours, these trips are usually well worth the money and can be the perfect introduction to a city, especially if you’re a bit short on time.

1. Three-Hour City Tour

During this sightseeing bus tour brought to you by Show Me Seattle , you can see many of the most popular attractions that Seattle has to offer! Highlights of the tour include Pike Place Market, the first Starbucks, Chinatown, the Seattle Center (home of the iconic Space Needle), Queen Anne Viewpoint, and Ballard Locks. 

The “buses” are roughly the size of minivans so don’t worry about being one sightseeing tour with a huge group of people. Show Me Seattle also offers a food tour and private tours that are perfect for bigger groups as they can work around your schedule.

2. Beneath the Streets Tour

This fascinating Beneath the Streets Tours lets you look deep below the streets of present-day Seattle to see Pioneer Square, the original neighborhood. As you walk through the underground passageway on this one-hour tour, you’ll step back in time to the late 19th century. 

During the tour, you learn the history of Seattle’s early years as well as stories about The Klondike Gold Rush. Tours are limited to 16 people, and departures are a bit limited on Tuesday and Wednesday, so be sure to check their website for the most up-to-date information. 

If you want to learn a bit more about Seattle’s dark underbelly, you can also join their after-hours red-light district tour where you can learn about the city’s history with gambling, prostitution, and drinking. These evening tours are only available on weekends and last approximately 75 minutes. 

3. Seattle By the Sound Scavenger Hunt Tour

Here at Lets Roam, we love hunting nearly as much as we love roaming and one of our favorite ways to explore Seattle is by doing a Seattle by the Sound Scavenger Hunt ! This hunt takes you along the Seattle waterfront where you can test your knowledge with trivia associated with Belltown and Pike Place. 

Have you ever wondered how far a fish can be thrown or what Washington State’s greatest wheel is? Here’s your chance to find out! 

During the hunt, you’ll learn more about Seattle’s storied buildings, epic sculptures, and sprawling green spaces, and have a great time doing it! While the tour normally takes about an hour and a half to two hours, it can be done as fast or as slow as you want, giving you plenty of time to stop and grab a coffee or beer along the way.

4. Food Tour of Pike Place

This food tour led by Eat Seattle lets you taste your way around Pike Place Market, one of Seattle’s most well-known landmarks. Led by a professional chef, some of the tastings include things like chocolate, pasta, chowder, and more. 

The tastings are pretty generous and you can usually skip lunch after doing this tour. If you’re a bit short on time but love the idea of doing a food tour, check their schedule as they occasionally offer abbreviated hour-long tours.

5. Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle City Tour

What happens when you combine a Seattle city tour with an excursion to Snoqualmie Falls? One heck of a day! Organized by Shutter Tours , this four-hour trip takes you to many of the top attractions in Seattle such as Pioneer Square. 

After you’ve explored the city, you’ll head out to see the Cascade Foothills and the breathtaking Snoqualmie Falls before circling back to see the Fremont Troll and the Ballard Locks. The tour finishes at Kerry Park where you can get some great photos of the Seattle skyline. 

If you love this experience with Shutter Tours, you can always join them for their Mount Rainier Tour. 

6. Seattle Brewery Tour

Seattle, and the entire Pacific Northwest, is famous for its delicious, high-quality craft beers and a Seattle brewery tour is the perfect way to increase your hoppy-ness factor! During this brewery waking tour , you’ll get to visit three different craft breweries where you can taste distinctive beer styles as part of a four-beer flight and learn a lot about the history behind Seattle’s beer scene. Best of all, you’ll discover the things that you need to look out for when beer tasting and you get to take home a souvenir beer tasting glass to remember the tour as well as a souvenir bottle opener. 

There is a multitude of beer tours to choose from including tours going through Old Ballard, Central Ballard, East Ballard, Fishermen’s Terminal, and Georgetown. Tour departure times vary but with frequent departure times throughout the day, you’re sure to find one that suits you perfectly!

7. Sleepless in Seattle Bar Crawl

If you love the idea of doing a pub crawl but would prefer doing it at your own pace, why not try a Sleepless in Seattle Bar Crawl ? This exciting activity will have you racing your friends to complete wacky challenges at some of Seattle’s most trendy bars. Since you can pause the game whenever you want, you can spend a little bit of time talking to that good-looking stranger over by the bar before heading off to the next spot (wink, wink). Just don’t leave your friends waiting for you for too long!

Boat and Kayak Tours

From Puget Sound to Lake Washington, Seattle is surrounded by water. One of the best ways to see this side of the city is on a boat or kayak tour. From wildlife watching excursions to romantic dinner cruises, there are many options to choose from whether you’re traveling as a family, couple, group of friends, or solo travelers!

Wildlife can be seen both near and far on many of the boat tours so make sure to bring some binoculars with you if you can. This helps enhance the overall experience and lets you get a closer look at birds soaring overhead.

8. Elliott Bay Sea Kayak Tour

Run by the team at Alki Kayak Tours , this two-hour tour of Elliott Bay and the Duwamish River is a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Seattle area. While you’re paddling, you’ll be blessed with sweeping views of the Seattle skyline and the Olympic Mountains. If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to spot California sea lions, bald eagles, harbor seals, and osprey. 

During the tour, the guide will tell you about the history of Seattle and the unique ecosystems of Puget Sound. Tours are run daily and all participants must be at least 18 years old. 

If you’d like a different kayaking experience, Alki Kayak Tours also offers trips to the Alki Point Lighthouse and sunset tours.

9. Harbor Cruise

This one-hour narrated boat tour by Argosy Cruises gives passengers a closer look at the Puget Sound, offering fantastic skyline views along the way. There is a full-service bar on board with snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The staff are helpful and very informative and can help you spot the abundant wildlife found in the bay. 

Tours run frequently throughout the day during the high season with few departures during the winter months. Make sure to get to the departure point at least 20 minutes before the boat is scheduled to leave and keep in mind that seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you need some adult time, they also offer wine cruises as well as cruises along Lake Washington. 

10. Seattle Dinner Cruise

On the two-and-a-half-hour yacht cruise operated by Waterways Cruises , you’ll be welcomed with a glass of bubbly before being seated at a private table where you’ll be served a three-course dinner. Throughout the tour, you’ll hear about Seattle’s sparkling city skyline and its beautiful lakes. The service is top-notch and the food is delicious, making this the perfect activity for a romantic evening or a special occasion. 

Dinner cruises are offered from May to October (weather dependent). Tickets can be a bit expensive, so if you want to save a few bucks, you can opt for one of the Waterway Cruises brunch, sunset, or wine cruises. They also offer themed cruises throughout the year, and you can find a full schedule on their website.

11. Seattle Whale Watching Tours

Puget Sound Express gives you the chance to see some of the Seattle area’s diverse range of wildlife on these half-day tours. Some of the wildlife you may spot as you cruise through the San Juan Islands includes humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, otters, and more.

It takes about an hour to get to the islands and during that time, you can gaze out of the large windows, grab a coffee or some snacks at the onboard cafe, or hang out on one of the outdoor viewing decks. While it’s hard to guarantee what animals you’ll see on a cruise, Puget Sound Express promises that you’ll spot whales during the tour or they will give you your next trip for free. 

Tours leave daily from April until October. Since the departure times vary throughout the year, it’s a good idea to check the schedule on their website. 

If you simply can’t get enough of the wildlife adventure, they also offer bird-watching cruises as well as multi-day wildlife cruises.

12. Seattle to San Juan Island Whale-Watching

This is another solid choice for whale-watching excursions, especially if you want to spend a bit more time out on the water. Clipper Vacations offers full-day whale watching adventures on board a high-speed catamaran. 

The trip begins with the voyage to the San Juan Islands, where you can loom for whales with the help of the onboard naturalist. Afterward, the boat will dock in the island town of Friday Harbor and you can spend two hours wandering around this picture-perfect little town. 

The ticket prices for this longer excursion aren’t much higher than the half-day tours on other operators so make sure to shop around a bit before confirming a tour with a particular provider. The tour leaves from Pier 69 in Downtown Seattle from May until October. 

It’s a good idea to schedule a whale watching tour for the beginning of the trip because they also offer a free trip if no whales are seen during your voyage. Clipper Vacations also offers overnight cruises. 

13. Locks Cruise

Run by Argosy Cruises , the Locks Cruise consists of a two-hour narrated tour where you can get a first-hand view of how the Ballard Locks work. Watch as boats are either lowered or raised as they make their way into and out of Puget Sound.

The tour starts in Downtown Seattle from where you’re transported by bus to the starting point of the cruise. The tour then finishes at AGC Marina and they offer a bus service to get back to Pier 55 as part of their Boat & Cruise Excursion. Departure times vary throughout the year, and you can check their website for more details. 

Like many of the other cruise operators on this list, Argosy Cruises also offers harbor tours, wine cruises, and history cruises so if you loved your experience with them, there are plenty more options to choose from.

14. Lake Union Hot Tub Boats 

If you want to try a really unique way to see Seattle, Lake Union Hot Tub Boats may be just the thing you’re looking for! The company offers the “world’s first electric-propelled wood-fired hot tub boats”. The boats hold up to six people and are filled with fresh water, making it a little bit like taking a bath with your nearest and dearest while floating around in the lake and checking out the view of the Seattle skyline. 

The water is kept warm thanks to a wood-burning stove, and everything is as environmentally-friendly as possible. You can rent the hot tub boat for two hours or more 

Seattle is surrounded by some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery. While this accessibility to nature is without a doubt the reason why many Seattle-ites choose to live there, it’s also easy to get out into the natural landscapes as a tourist! 

There are plenty of day trips that you can do to Olympic National Park and Mount Rainier National Park. Although a day tour isn’t nearly enough time to see everything that these amazing parks have to offer (you would need months for that!), they can still give you a taste of the pristine landscape lying just outside Seattle’s doorstep.

15 Mt. Rainier Tour

One of the best things to do in Seattle is taking a day trip to Mount Rainier and Tours Northwest is waiting to take you there. The excursion begins with a drive through some spectacular scenery in an air-conditioned coach as you make your way to the mountain. 

Once you have arrived at Mount Rainier National Park, you’ll have plenty of time to do some of the park’s shorter hikes where you can see rushing waterfalls, idyllic meadows, and pristine old-growth forests. The tour guides are very experienced and can give fascinating information about the flora and fauna that call the park home and can help you choose the best trails to hit.

Tours last approximately ten hours and run from May until October. Even with the extended length of the trip, each full-day tour excursion should get you back in Seattle in time for dinner. Park fees are included in the total price so make sure to keep this in mind when you’re comparing the tour prices.

16. Olympic National Park Tour

With nearly one million acres of land and an enormous array of ecosystems, including mountains, coastline, and temperate rainforests, Olympic National Park is big… like really, really big. No trip to Seattle is complete without seeing this amazing natural attraction. This full-day excursion with Customized Tours helps you catch a glimpse of each of the different ecosystems. 

The 12-hour tour begins with a picturesque ferry ride across the Puget Sound before heading into the park which kind of turns it into a nature tour and boat trip in one! Although a bus takes you through the different sections of the park, there is still plenty of time to walk and it’s a good idea to wear comfortable shoes. The tour price includes pick-up from select Seattle hotels, and tours run from April through October. 

Customized Tours also operates their own Mount Rainier Tour so if this is something that you’re also interested in, you can ask your tour guide for more details.

17. Leavenworth Day Trip

While the Seattle area is known for many things, the one thing that people may not realize is that there is a quaint German village located just a short drive away! Operated by Oktay Tour , this Leavenworth day trip whisks you from the streets of Seattle to the charming streets of Bavaria in the blink of an eye. 

Each tour lasts around 8-9 hours, and you’ll pass by Snoqualmie Falls and Lake Washington before reaching Leavenworth. There, you’ll have a few hours to spend browsing through the shops, and checking out the local eateries. ‘

Wine Tasting Tours

Besides being lucky enough to be surrounded by epic scenery, Seattle also has more than its fair share of wineries. In fact, with more than 1,000 wineries located across Washington state, it’s the second-largest wine-producing region in the United States behind California.

During a wine tasting tour, you can try some of the best wines that are produced in the region. Most wine tours include transportation which means that you don’t have to worry about having a designated driver and everyone can join in on the fun! Plus, they tend to be small group tours, which means that you have plenty of time to get to know the other guests. You might even find some new friends!

18. Bon Vivant Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly wine tasting option, Bon Vivant offers guided tours of Washington’s largest (and smallest) wineries. Depending on availability, they usually include a wide range of wineries which gives you the chance to experience the intoxicating array of wine options that Washington can offer! 

The tour usually includes a stop for lunch, and it’s a good idea to budget around $20 per wine tasting and roughly $25 for a “progressive lunch” where you have one course at each of the wineries. Our stomachs are rumbling just thinking about it!

If you’re traveling as a group or simply know exactly the types of wineries you would like to try, you may want to consider a private tour. This customized wine tasting tour by Bon Vivant is perfectly designed with your group’s tastes in mind! 

Before the tour begins, the expert guide will ask about your preferences and create an itinerary that fits your palette. Keep in mind that the tour prices do not include the wine tasting themselves and these should be budgeted separately. 

19. Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour

If you can’t decide whether you want to spend a day exploring natural wonders or want to spend a day visiting wineries (although you could argue that wine is a natural wonder in its own right!) this six-hour tour lets you do both! 

The tour visits Snoqualmie Falls and two wineries and the price of the tour includes pick-up service at Sea-Tac Airport and many Seattle tours. You start the day with a drive through the Cascade Mountains before reaching the 268-foot-tall waterfall where you can get some great photos. Next, the tour heads to Woodinville which lies about 30 minutes away from Seattle. 

Note: There’s a quick stop at an artisanal candy shop, so you can stock up on tasty treats!

20. Snoqualmie Falls & Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour

If you love the idea of visiting the falls and wine tasting on the same day but you’re looking for something a bit fancier, you may want to check out this eight-hour tour Operated by Evergreen Escapes . The tour starts with a pickup in Seattle, where you’ll begin your journey through the Cascade Mountains. 

After spending time admiring this rush waterfall, you’ll head to Woodinville, where you’ll have a gourmet picnic lunch and stop at three top-notch wineries. Learn how to sip like a sommelier during a fun, and informative, wine tasting lesson and get the chance to meet the winemakers behind the magic. 

When all is said and done, you should be back in the city with plenty of time to freshen up before dinner.

21. Mount Rainier National Park and Yakima Valley Wine Tasting Tour

This twelve-hour excursion operated by Evergreen Escapes combines a 3.5-mile hiking experience in the famed Mount Rainier National Park combined with wine tasting in one of Seattle’s top wine-producing areas. The tour visits two wineries and includes coffee and pastries for breakfast, a family-style lunch, and plenty of snacks throughout the day. 

This tour is the perfect way to explore Mt. Rainier (and burn some calories) and try some of the excellent wines of the Yakima Valley. 

Ready to roam?

We hope that this list has left you inspired to pack your bags and visit Seattle! As you can see, the city has a ton of amazing things to do and there truly is something for everyone! First-time visitors simply can’t help but gaze in wonder at the national parks, be dazzled by the city skyline, and fall in love with this amazing city Repeat visitors just keep finding more incredible things to see and do.

As always, we would love to hear your feedback, so please let us know if there are any hidden gems that we may have missed! 

If you need more information on the city, make sure to check out our lists of “ The Best Things to Do in Seattle ” and “ The 22 Best Day Trips from Seattle .” We also recommend downloading our adventure app and purchasing tickets for one of our scavenger hunts ! Each experience is a great way to learn more about the city! 

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There are many tours in Seattle and the surrounding areas, and if you’re a wine lover, you can’t miss out on tours of Washington wineries . Try a tour by Bon Vivant or Evergreen Escapes.

If you’re looking for fun in the Emerald City, try any of the Let’s Roam scavenger hunt tours in Seattle . Exciting options include sightseeing , scoping out street art , and spending a night on a bar crawl .

Seattle’s proximity to Puget Sound makes it a prime location for whale-watching tours . Try the Seattle to San Juan Island Whale-Watching Tour from Clipper Vacations or the Puget Sound Express.

If you’re in Western Washington, reserve a day for at least one boat tour in Seattle ! We recommend the Elliott Bay Sea Kayak Tour, dinner on a Waterways Cruise, or a fun Lake Union Hot Tub Boat!

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Want to get your bearings before exploring the city or hoping to get an insider’s perspective during your trip whether you’re a history buff looking to learn how settlers got all the way to this corner of the country, an adventure enthusiast itching for an outdoor activity, or a photographer wanting to capture aerial images of the iconic skyline, there’s a seattle sightseeing tour for you..

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While the Great Seattle Fire in 1889 wasn’t a happy occasion, it did give Seattle the opportunity to rebuild—which was a fortunate thing, given that the original downtown was prone to flooding due to its proximity to Elliott Bay. As the city rebuilt everything above previous street levels, an entire underground world was born. Today, you can explore its passageways in Pioneer Square on Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour or Beneath the Streets . Both tours offer a healthy dose of history and a walk below ground.

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Water World

Water is a huge part of Seattle’s story, and what better way to explore its marine history than by going to the source itself? Argosy Cruises has five tour options, including its signature Harbor Cruise. This one-hour trip follows the shoreline of Elliott Bay, getting a closer look at the container ships, cruise ships, and harbor seals that ply the Puget Sound waters. Sailing Seattle puts you on a high-performance racing yacht for a relaxing, wind-in-your-hair journey. Waterways Cruises and Events focuses on dining cruises aboard its 105-foot-long yacht, like the Sunday Supper Cruise that takes a spin around Lake Union and Lake Washington while guests enjoy a buffet stocked with sockeye salmon and apple crisp.

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Once you shed your sea legs, there’s plenty to see back on land. Because Seattle is a forward-thinking city, it’s only appropriate to explore on Segways, two-wheeled transportation devices that make it easy for you to zip from the waterfront to Pioneer Square and Pike Place Market to Seattle Center, under the guidance of Seattle Segway Tours . Or go at your own pace with City Sightseeing Seattle , a hop-on/hop-off open-top bus that circles around to 16 of the city’s top sites and attractions. If you want to get a little farther out of town, Tours Northwest can whisk you away in a mini-coach to Mount Rainier, in addition to three-hour tours around the city. With longtime tour operator Show Me Seattle , see the city in a small group, or taste your way through Pike Place Market. Cruise passengers, take note: There are special offerings for you from all the shuttle bus companies.

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Make like a bird and embark on a scenic “flightseeing” tour for a whole different perspective of Seattle. For a floatplane experience you can’t get just anywhere, Kenmore Air and Seattle Seaplanes both offer 20-minute tours spent soaring past the sports stadiums, famed houseboat communities, and the distinct towers of downtown before landing gently back on Lake Union. Swap the water rudders for a giant propeller and take in the scenery via helicopter with Seattle HeliTours , which offers three routes leaving from Auburn Municipal Airport, and Georgetown-based Atomic Helicopters , with four itineraries covering the city, Snoqualmie Falls, Lake Washington, and marinas of Puget Sound. For an intimate, luxurious experience, book a semi-private or private hot air balloon ride with Seattle Ballooning to get a birds-eye view of downtown Seattle and Mt. Rainier, topped off with a champagne toast at the end of the flight.

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It’s great to explore by boat, shuttle, and plane, but sometimes you just want to keep it simple. Get around on your own two feet with the Seattle Free Walking Tours , which cover four topics: Pike Place Market, historic Seattle, and the city’s highlights. As the name implies, there are no high ticket prices here—pay what you feel it’s worth. Those with a particular interest in design will want to check out the walking tours from Seattle Architecture Foundation . With these, you can take a deeper dive into specific subjects like art deco and design details. Combine your history tour with a sweat session from Seattle Bicycle Tours , which has plenty of options for both guided tours on electric or standard bicycles. Keep the human-powered transportation theme going by getting out on the water with Alki Kayak Tours , offering paddles during the day, at sunset, and during every full moon. The particularly adventurous can take an overnight camping trip to Blake Island, where you can explore the forest trails and beaches after paddling across the Puget Sound for a perfect Northwest day.

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Bill Speidel's Underground Tour is a leisurely, guided walking tour beneath Seattle's sidewalks and streets. As you roam the subterranean passages that once were the main roadways and first-floor storefronts of old downtown Seattle, our guides regale you with the stories our pioneers didn't want you to hear. It's history with a twist! Following a short intro, we'll walk through historic Pioneer Square to three different sections of Underground--about three blocks in all. The tour ends in Rogues Gallery, the Underground Tour gift shop. Here you will find a mix of historic displays and an array of contemporary gifts showcasing Seattle's quirky character. You can get a memento of your Underground Tour experience at Rogues Gallery, a copy of Sons of the Profits, the book by Bill Speidel upon which the tour is based, or a Seattle souvenir or two. …

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Went with a Middle School tour group and Monica was our tour guide, and she was brilliant! Learned so much from her about Seattle history. Very school-appropriate how it handles Seattle's not school-appropriate history. Thoughtful tour, engaging guide, cannot recommend this highly enough for school groups and out-of-towners, but if you're from Seattle and you haven't been there you should absolutely learn about all of this! It has changed how I see Seattle. If Monica is reading this you did an awesome job, and if Monica's boss is reading this she deserves a raise.

Very informative and entertaining. Andie, our guide, was funny, knowledgeable, and clearly has a passion for the history of Seattle.

What a fantastic and informative experience! Our tour guide Andie was charming, funny, and very engaging. She was an absolute delight to follow around. You can tell she has a passion for the history. She made it so much fun, it was over before we knew it! It was a little over an hour-long experience, including the walking tour with a brief orientation at the beginning. The only thing that took away from the tour experience was the amount of people on the tour. We had probably around 50 or so guests which included elderly people and small crying children. It literally took longer to wait for the rest of the group to catch up to us than it did for Andie to do her lecture at each stop. It was kind of frustrating but she handled it well. Tour manager take note- I would be willing to pay double or triple for a smaller group and even a VIP style experience with even more backstory and underground time. It was all so interesting! Definitely go if you have the chance! Thanks so much Andie, we will be back!

I heard there was an underground tour in Seattle, so I had to try. There are at least 2 tour companies that conduct the tour in Pioneer Square, the oldest part of Seattle, supposedly. This one was the one I did research into first and ended up being the least expensive option. They have a sign indicating a minimum of 4 people per tour, and I showed up with 2... they still let me book the next tour, which was at the top of the hour. I didn't know at the time, but there were several others in the tour even though the ticket counter was empty and looked like nobody was going on any tours. It ended up being around 35-40 in the group. At 11 a.m., my tour guide was Lisa. They have you staged in the back "bar area" 5 minutes before the hour to be present for the tour. However, the bar was not open. You could only play shuffleboard or games at each table like dominoes or cards. Once the tour starts, you are taken into the basement of this same building to do an introduction to the history of Seattle. This is about 15-20 minutes. The rest of the 75-minute tour is the tour guide taking you into 3 different underground areas. Each area you go down, then resurface....so there is some definite stair climbing. The first stop is at the building across the street, the 2nd stop is across the street from that building, then the 3rd stop right when you think the tour may be over is a quick plunge underground in the same building as the tour company itself. There, you have the museum and a small gift shop to buy souvenirs, and the opportunity to tip your guide before walking back up to street level to leave. The guide indicates that the tour company leases the space for use, but I can tell they must make a good amount of money doing these tours. Overall, this is a pretty interesting tour and a good way to learn about Seattle. It's not a ghost tour. It's really just a history tour. In fact, the word "ghost" was only brought up 1 time, and it had nothing to do with any of the spaces we entered on the tour itself.

Second time being on the tour (after 5 years); I am having a lovely lady as my tour guide this time, she is sooo funny and so knowledgeable; but her voice was very quiet so it was almost impossible to hear her if we r not super near her. The tour size was huge so it was impossible to hear her at all for about 30 % of the time. Thus taking one star off. If u see there r no spots online, don't be scared, call them! They always have some open spots and will reserve tix for u!! Sooo fun.

Monica was our tour guide and she was incredible! This tour was probably the highlight of my 3-day Seattle trip. I highly recommend.

Go TJ, Go (applause)! This was a vacation favorite! We were so pleased with Bill Speidel's Underground Tour and I would say it's is a must do (local or tourist) when in Seattle. Such an amazing time and so happy we were able to get tickets on our last day. Tickets for two online plus taxes and fees were $48.96. This does not include the optional tour guide gratuities at the end and highly recommend a tip especially if they do an amazing job like TJ. The entrance is located at 614 1st Avenue (Howard Building), in the Pioneer Place Park at Pioneer Square. Our tour guide was TJ and he wears his signature all purple ensemble including a purple bath robe. Each tour guide customizes and highlights each tour so no two are exactly the same. He educated us all about the history of Seattle over the years, particularly focusing on those early year and the developments that lead to the city we know today. Especially loved hearing about Madam Lou Graham and her many contributions to the citizens, the city itself, and the public education system upon her death. You are lead through basements, walk above ground, and through the underground. It's fun to look and take everything in and imagine what it was like back in the day. We never left Pioneer's Square area which was fascinating when you think about it. Book in advance as they tend to sell out. Five stars and super thank you to TJ he really is the best with history, humor, and is an excellent guide. Go do it!

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TJ was the best tour guide we have ever had! Wear walking shoes and have a sense of humor. TJ was full of the best jokes that kids don't get.

My second time checking out this tour and it felt like a totally different experience. It's family-friendly, full of jokes, and has a fascinating tale on the history of Seattle. The tour guide was funny, and though I'm sure he does this all the time, seemed to be enjoying giving us the tour. Also would crack jokes that were on a whim, so the cleverness was much appreciated which went beyond a script. It was the perfect length of a tour, and some areas were musty but that's to be expected if you're essentially going to an underground city. Would totally recommend this if you want a learning experience regarding Seattle, or just have some time to kill!

After doing a bit of research about the underground tunnels, i read that this one was a little better than the other one. Boy was i glad i chose this. I've been on a lot of these tour thingies from all my travels and I've learned a few tricks to making your experience much better: show enthusiasm, light heckling, and stand close to the guide. Keon was an excellent guide. He was witty, charming, certainly knowledgeable, and we were also a pretty lively group. Someone even asked how long he has been a comedian because his delivery was on point. He had a lot of great puns, jokes, and was also able to work the crowd in a very family friendly way. It's about a 75 minute tour, but definitely doesn't feel like it. In total, we walked maybe 4 blocks? Popping in and out of different alleys when going up and down the stairs (yes, there are stairs, so if you're not very mobile, it might be challenging for you). I knocked a star off the review because the group was way too large. I think we had maybe 30-40 people in the group. There was no way everyone was getting the full experience when only one person can walk around the stairways at a time. I guess the price mitigates the experience. Worth the $22 for 75 minutes? Sure. It's a pretty fun thing to do.

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If you’re considering visiting Seattle, are new to the city, or are a long-time resident, the city always has something new to explore. Seattle has increased in popularity because of its fantastic food, outdoor activities, sports, and natural beauty but let’s not forget about the tours.

As a native Seattleite, I can say with complete confidence that that are many great tours in Seattle that you will love, no matter what you’re looking for.

There are hundreds of suitable tours in Seattle, but in this article, I will cover nine of the best tours the Seattle area offers. 

The Best Tours in Seattle

• Pike Place Market Food Tour
• Viator Exclusive Tour
• Underground History Tour
• Self-guided Audio Tour
• 3-hour Guided City Tour
• Seattle Seaplane Flight Tour
• Habor Cruise Tour
• Seattle Team Scavenger Hunt
• Site-seeing Hop-off Bus Tour

1. Pike Market Place Food Tour

If you’re a foodie, you’ll love this tour. Pike Place Market has some of the freshest produce and tastiest restaurants in Seattle. 

During this chef-guided tour, you’ll sample various foods over two hours. You’ll sample delicious yogurt, dried fruit, some of the world’s best chowder, spices, and truffles. You’ll also learn a lot about food, Northwest cuisine, and some culinary history of Seattle.

This is a family-friendly tour, which is available for everyone 6+. This tour is $63.88 , which is an excellent price for what you get. The meeting point is 1600 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA.

2. Viator Exclusive Tour

The Viator Exclusive Tour is the place to go if you love nature, snow, and getting away from city life. During this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit Mt. Rainier, one of Seattle’s biggest attractions. 

Your guide will show you some of the best hand-picked viewpoints for the perfect Instagram photo or pictures you can show of to family and friends. During this tour, you’ll also learn about the history behind the volcano, and if the conditions are right, you’ll also get the chance to sled down parts of the mountain.

You’ll also get amazing views of waterfalls, including Nadara and Christine Falls. The Viator Exclusive Tour is offered year-round, but if you plan on going in the winter, be prepared for inclement weather that can make the tour more strenuous.

This tour is $171.29 , which is a reasonable price considering this is a 10-12 hour tour. This is also a family-friendly tour and is open to all ages.

3. Underground History Tour

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The underground history tour is an excellent choice if you want a short educational tour. Walking through its underground tunnels, you’ll learn important Seattle history and its first established neighborhood, Pioneer Square.

After you learn the city’s history from the turn of the 19th century, you’ll get time for some sightseeing. This is a short one-hour tour that costs $29.03 . The meeting place for this tour is 102 Cherry St, Seattle, WA 98104, USA, and if you have kids, they’ll need to be at least 7 to enter.

4. Self-Guided Audio Tour

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This is the cheapest option on this list since it is self-guided but also allows you to move at your own pace. The tour is time-boxed for 3 hours, but you could finish it faster if you are in a time crunch.

This tour allows you to choose which part of the city to visit, but you can see the first Starbucks to the Space Needle . You’ll get a detailed digital map to reference while you are on the go. This tour is open to all ages, and will cost you $13.99 .

5. 3-hour Guided City Tour

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The 3-hour guided city tour is a fantastic option if you want to see the city’s best sites while having a guide to ask questions. This is an ideal first tour when you come to Seattle. 

You’ll visit all the most visited places during this guide, including the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Ballard Locks, and much more.

You’ll be in an air-conditioned mini-coach bus, so you will not need to worry about driving around in traffic. This tour will cost you $89 .

6. Seattle Seaplane Flight Tour

If you want some adventure and like the idea of flying, you won’t want to miss the Seattle Seaplane Flight Tour. During this short 20-minute tour, you’ll fly over all of Seattle’s most visited places. You’ll have several opportunities to take some spectacular photos from thousands of feet in the sky.

This is a small group tour with a limit of five people, which is ideal for special occasions. While on this tour, your “guide,” the pilot, will narrate some of Seattle’s history and interesting facts. This tour will cost you $118.63 , which is worth it if you think flying would be a unique experience.

7. Habor Cruise Tour

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This affordable cruise will allow you to relax while looking at some beautiful scenery. This harbor cruise is one of the oldest running tours in the area, in operation since the 1940s. 

During this family-friendly cruise, you’ll see Seattle from many different viewpoints and enjoy one hour of live commentary by your host. The host will talk about the history of Seattle’s waterfront and more. This cruise is $40.79 .

8. Seattle Team Scavenger Hunt

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If you’ve ever seen Amazing Race and wanted to try it in real life, this is your chance. It’s the perfect interactive activity for you to do if you don’t like the idea of sitting and listening. This is a self-guided scavenger hunt where you’ll visit several sites, solve clues, and complete challenges. 

During this adventure, you’ll travel to various famous places to do sightseeing and have fun finding clues about the area. You’ll need to walk at least 2 miles, so bring comfy shoes and be prepared for the hike. The starting point is Seattle Center; anyone can do this scavenger hunt. Prices start at $44 per group of five people.

9. Site-seeing Hop-on-hop-off Bus Tour

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This is a spectacular tour where you’ll visit some of Seattle’s most visited areas on their open-deck bus. You’ll go to 16 bus stops around the city while taking in incredible panoramic views and can spend more time at places you are more interested in seeing. There is also a premium option where you’ll get a walking tour. The pricing starts at $54 . 

There are several great tours in Seattle offering a variety of memorable activities. There’s something for everyone, with options to relax and sit back while on a cruise to scavenging for clues in the city. So, whatever type of person you are, you’ll have something to do while in Seattle.

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Top 10 things to do in Seattle this weekend to kick off summer: June 21-23

Summer has officially hit Seattle , which calls for outdoor celebrations. From whale watching, to live music, to parades and underground tours, here's how to kick off your summer solstice weekend.

Vampire Weekend , a New York-based indie-rock band is playing their Only God Was Above Us tour at Climate Pledge Arena at 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. Their musical style blends indie pop, Afropop, chamber music and pulls inspiration from the '80s pop wave. Tickets start at $25, and are available for purchase.

Cage the Elephant, known for their song "Cigarette Daydreams", is playing at Climate Pledge on Saturday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $90. 

If you’re not quite used to the warm summer weather, venture below the streets to experience Seattle’s highest-rated underground attraction: "Beneath the Streets Tour". 

These one-hour walking tours take you through the historic underground passageways beneath Pioneer Square between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., seven days a week. 

Their 75-minute, 18 and older after-hours-tour, delves into more scandalous elements of underground history on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the 60-minute tour start at $26; 75-minute tickets start at $28. 

The Washington Brewers Festival, the largest beer festival in the state, is coming to Seattle Center on June 22 and 23 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Guests can expect food trucks, vendors and, of course, many opportunities to get a taste of Washington’s craft beer industry. 

This is a 21 and older event. Neither children nor pets are permitted on the premises.

General admission tickets sell for $49 and VIP guests get early admission and additional benefits for $99.

The 33rd annual Fremont Solstice Parade , hosted by the Fremont Arts Council, is a unique way to express your visual creativity and experience a quirky side of Seattle. 

The Solstice Parade coincides with the Fremont Fair , organized by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. The fair takes place June 22-23 over six city blocks between North Canal Street and Fremont Avenue North, right along the Fremont Cut. It's also where the parade route ends. The event features handmade goods and arts, live music, cocktails and fair food. 

The parade kicks off on Saturday at 1 p.m. at 3rd Street and Leary Way.

The Seattle Art Museum is showcasing a new exhibit on Friday, June 21. "Poke In the Eye: Art of the West Coast Counterculture" explores the evolution of pop-culture artists on the West Coast in the 1960s and '70s.  Adult ticket prices are $29.99. 

The Seattle Paramount Theatre is hosting three artists this weekend. 

Iron & Wine, a folk band, plays Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; tickets start at $35. Stand-up comedian Ronny Cheing will perform two shows at 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Friday; ticket prices start at $39.50. And indie folk artist, Adrianne Lenker will perform at 8 p.m on Saturday; tickets start at $40.50.

The Capitol Hill Pride march and rally, on Saturday, June 22, will be hosted at Cal Anderson Park. The march will begin at noon, but the event will last from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. and will include drag costume contests, musicians, artists and entertainment. 

Check our Pride guide for more LGBTQ+ events around Seattle throughout the month. 

It's strawberry season in Washington and also the start of one of the longest-running parades and festivals in the state. The 2024 Marysville Strawberry Festival starts this week and runs through June 23. It's in its 92nd year and the annual event is filled with multi-day celebrations.

FOX 13 Seattle created a Marysville Strawberry Festival guide with the full schedule of events. 

Watch the Seattle Storm , currently in 4th place in the WNBA, take on the Connecticut Sun at Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday, June 23 at noon.

Join the Puget Sound Express for a variety of whale-watching tours around Seattle. Each tour is four to five hours in length on fully-furnished boats with outdoor viewing and map tracking.

Tickets are available for purchase: $145 for adults and $115 for children between the ages of two and 10; infants are granted free admission. 

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