Seattle is so much more than just the Space Needle and Starbucks, but you might never discover what makes this city so unique without one of our expert local guides giving you an insider’s perspective on a Seattle tour.
Seattle City Tours
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enjoy the tour from a comfy minibus built for sightseeing
- Visit the famous 18 foot tall Fremont Troll
- Explore the bustling and exciting Pike Place Market
- Experience the maritime activity of the Fisherman’s Terminal and Ballard Locks
Description
Uncover Seattle’s secrets, such as why there’s an underground city beneath the Pioneer Square neighborhood and how the price of onions created the iconic Pike Place Market.
Our nearly 50-mile Seattle tour route will also take you far outside the city center to explore unique neighborhoods such as eccentric Fremont, the self-described “center of the universe” where you can meet its most famous resident, the 18-foot-tall Fremont Troll. You’ll also witness the bustling maritime activity of the Fisherman’s Terminal and Ballard Locks, which carry more boat traffic than any other lock in the U.S.
This is the perfect introduction to Seattle’s must-see landmarks, helping you learn what’s worth your time and how to navigate the city, but even lifelong residents are surprised to discover hidden gems and fascinating stories they never knew.
Included / Excluded
- Spacious Coach Bus Seating
- Informative Guides
- Local Experts
- Lunch
- Gratuity
Important Information
Know Before You Go
- Plan to arrive at your meeting location 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: We understand that sometimes plans change or things come up. We offer full refunds on all tours canceled at least 24 hours in advance of the tour’s start time. There are no refunds in the 24 hours leading up to the tour. For private tours, we ask for a minimum of 48 hours notice for a full refund.
Options and Pricing
| Premier Seattle City Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (13 - years) | $103.55 |
Points of interest
- Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
- Seattle Waterfront Marketplace, 1400 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
- Fishermen's Terminal, 3919 18th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119, USA
- Pioneer Square, Yesler Way, Seattle, WA, USA
- Fremont Troll, North 36th Street, Troll Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103, USA
- Ballard Locks Fish Ladder, 2930 W Commodore Way, Seattle, WA 98199, USA
- Museum of Pop Culture, 325 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
- T-Mobile Park, 1st Avenue South, Seattle, WA, USA
- Lumen Field, Occidental Avenue South, Seattle, WA, USA
- Space Needle, 400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
FAQ
Where are the tour meeting locations?
* Seattle Public Library: 1000 4th Ave Seattle, WA (Pickup is 25 minutes before tour start time)
* Midtown: 1900 4th Ave Seattle, WA in front of the Urban Coffeehouse (Pickup is 15 minutes before tour start time)
* MoPop Pickup: 325 5th Ave N Seattle, WA (Pickup is 5 minutes before tour start time)
What is the best way to get from SeaTac to downtown Seattle?
The easiest option is to take an Uber, Lyft, or taxi to your pickup location (Our Seattle Public Library pickup option is the closest to SeaTac).
Another less expensive option is to take the Link light rail from the Airport or Angle Lake station towards the University of Washington Station and exit at the Westlake Stop. When you exit, take the escalator upstairs to get to the street level. Head north on 4th Avenue to our Midtown pickup at 1900 4th Ave Seattle, WA in front of the Urban Yoga Spa (Pickup is 10 minutes before tour start time)
Where can I park my vehicle in downtown Seattle?
If you’re driving into town to meet up with a tour, we recommend meeting us at our MoPOP pickup location and parking near here. Next to this pickup location is the Republic Parking (Memorial Stadium Lot) located on 401 5th Ave N, Seattle WA 9109 is right next to our MoPop pickup (they offer a $10 all-day rate if you’re in before 9am)
Other options include:
Pacific Place Garage located at 600 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 is two blocks from our Midtown pickup at 1900 4th Ave Seattle, WA, and has lower hourly rates than most downtown garages
On weekends (and after 4pm weekdays), take advantage of FREE Parking in the Amazon Doppler Building Garage located at 2021 7th Ave (7am – 2am) – this is about a 5 minute walk from our Midtown pickup at 1900 4th Ave Seattle, WA
Why should I book directly through your website?
All availability on our website is live and up to date – you’ll get instant confirmation after booking. Booking on our website also opens a direct line of communication so we can let you know about any important information or changes regarding your tour. Booking direct cuts out the middle man, which means we can spend more money on making your experience perfect while keeping our prices as low as possible for you. We guarantee to offer the lowest prices directly – if you find a tour operated by us anywhere else advertised for cheaper – we will refund the difference.
Do I need to bring a printed voucher or copy of my confirmation?
If you book directly on our website or over the phone, a printed voucher or confirmation will not be needed. Our tour guides will check you in by name prior to boarding the bus.
Is there a bathroom on the bus?
None of our mini-coaches are equipped with bathrooms, but our guides make every effort to provide opportunities for a public restroom every 60-90 minutes during our tours.
Can I bring a wheelchair/stroller/luggage?
It may be possible to accommodate a folding wheelchair/stroller/some luggage, but we have limited storage space, so please get in touch with your requirements before booking so that we can advise accordingly.
Do you have wheelchair-accessible buses?
We have a 12-passenger wheelchair-accessible bus that requires a minimum 7 days’ notice to reserve and is based on the availability of tours. We can only accommodate the wheelchair lift bus on our Seattle City Tour PLUS Hotel Pickup. If you will only have a folding wheelchair, it can be stored on any of our buses with advanced notice.
What should I do if I'm running late to my pickup?
Unfortunately, we cannot wait for more than a minute or two past the pickup time at any of our pickup locations. Please contact our office at 206-768-1234 as soon as you are aware you’ll be running late to discuss your options. There are no refunds available if you are not at your designated pickup location at the pickup time.
About operator:
Tours Northwest is a local, family-owned company that has been operating in Seattle for the 28+ years. We offer our Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour and the educational 4.5-Hour Boeing Factory Tour year-round. Beginning in May, we showcase our all-day scenic tour to Mt. Rainier, as well as our 5-Hour Seattle One Day Tour and 9-Hour Seattle/Boeing Combo Tour! Our tours offer a perfect orientation overview of the Pacific Northwest with authentic and memorable insights of the city of Seattle and surrounding areas, covering geography, culture, food, history and architecture. We provide hotel services from most hotels in downtown Seattle. Our 14-32 passenger mini coaches are comfortable with large over-sized windows so you won't miss a thing. We take pride in having the best tour guides in Seattle and great reviews on every platform. As well, we have our personable and helpful office staff that answer phones LIVE and PROMPTLY from 7AM to 10PM PT.
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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