10 Cultural Tours in Seattle That You Shouldn't Miss

During the tour, we will make three stops in places of tourist importance. The first stop will be the Pioneer Square neighborhood located in the historic district of the old metropolis where we will visit the origins of Seattle on a walk suitable for the whole family and full of history, architecture, and photography. We will continue to the Ballard Locks for our second stop. We will see the boats enter and leave the Pacific Ocean to the lakes surrounding the city. Finally, we will end with one of the most impressive panoramic views before ending the tour where we can take some of the best photos of the city center. The tour ends at the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, or returned to your hotel. It is generally a 3-hour tour but it can be extended if the group wishes. This tour is highly recommended for children and adults of all ages.

Inclusions: Profesional Guide, Transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Book a local Seattleite for a personalised exploration of the city. Your local host will build the best experience for you based on your interests. Discover what it is like to see the city through the eyes of a local. Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them. Your meeting place and time as well as your itinerary are flexible, so you can plan and experience with your host to meet your needs.

Inclusions: Private and personalised 4 hour meet-up, Working together to build the perfect itinerary for you, Local host, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location), Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Any tickets into attractions/venues, Gratuities, Public/private transportation during the meet-up

TOUR INCLUDES REUBEN'S BREW, PEDDLER BREWING COMPANY, AND LAGUNITAS TAPROOM AND BEER SANCTUARY.  Our tour starts and ends just a few short blocks from Old Ballard's Historic District. In our guided beer tasting we will learn what to look for when you are tasting a beer and what makes each style unique. We will learn why the close proximity of Northwest barley fields, the most productive hops growing region in the world and visionary brewing pioneers have made Seattle the center of the craft brewing renaissance. At each brewery our Cicerone certified Beer Guide will lead a guided tasting of four, 4-once beers, for a total of 12 different beers. This is about 3 pints of beer. * 3/4 of a mile, 1,500 steps * Each guide a certified cicerone * 12 different 4 oz beers * Free 4-oz souvenir tasting glass * Free souvenir Bottle Key-Chain opener * Beer & Food Pairing Guide

Inclusions: Beverages, Local guide, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

TOUR INCLUDES FIGUREHEAD BREWING, the FIDHERMEN'S TERMINAL AND ROOFTOP BREW COMPANY. On the south shore of Salmon Bay, beneath the Ballard Bridge, and north of the BSNF train yards is Seattle's historic Fishermen's Terminal and the home port for the North Pacific Fishing Fleet. Think of the Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch and you will know exactly what kind of intrepid fishermen sail from this port. Luckily for them, and for us, there are two great breweries on either side of the port, and we are going to taste six great beers at each. At each brewery our Cicerone certified Beer Guide will lead a guided tasting of six, 4-once beers, for a total of 12 different beers. This is about 3 pints of beer. * 3/4 of a mile, 1,500 steps * Each guide a certified cicerone * 12 different 4 oz beers * Free 4-oz souvenir tasting glass * Free souvenir Bottle Key-Chain opener * Beer & Food Pairing Guide

Inclusions: Beverages, Local guide, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Let's explore the busiest locks in the nation, the Hiram Chittenden Locks! We will watch boats "lock through" and watch for baby salmon (smolts) going out to sea, and adults returning to navigate the fish ladder on their way home to spawn. The resident harbor seals and herons are always fun to watch too! We will learn how this critical component of our maritime industry and history transformed Seattle, and it's role in managing our fresh water lake systems. Then we're off to Gas Works to learn about this one-of-a-kind park, where we will see float planes taking off and landing, and enjoy stunning views of the city. Finally we will visit to the houseboat communities along Lake Union, a uniquely Seattle experience! Kids aged 8 and up are welcome, as I do not have car seats for younger ones.

Inclusions: Bottled water

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TOUR INCLUDES REUBEN'S BREWS, STOUP BREWING, AND OBEC BREWING.  In the center of Ballard's Brewing District, these three breweries stand out. At each guided tasting we will learn about the different beer styles, what to look for when you are tasting beer, the history of beer, and the craft brewing renaissance in the Pacific Northwest. For example we'll learn how an obscure export ale for British soldiers was reborn in the Pacific Northwest to become the most popular craft beer style in North America or how a small Czech town gave its name to one of the world's most popular beer styles. At each brewery our Cicerone certified Beer Guide will lead a guided tasting of four, 4-once beers, for a total of 12 different beers. This is about 3 pints of beer. * 3/4 of a mile, 1,500 steps * Each guide a certified cicerone * 12 different 4 oz beers * Free 4-oz souvenir tasting glass * Free souvenir Bottle Key-Chain opener * Beer & Food Pairing Guide

Inclusions: Beverages, Local guide, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

It would be impossible to discover everything that Seattle has to offer in just one day, but with a local by your side you can certainly try! Discover the city’s highlights and the most famous sights, seeing its must-see attractions and ticking the top spots off your Seattle bucket list. Even with only one day to explore, you can visit the top attractions as well as a few secret local spots along the way! So get the best of both worlds as you see Seattle’s most famous sights like Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square and the Space Needle as well as hidden gems that are just around the corner - that only locals know about!

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 8 hours with a Local Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

Join us on an Epic Bicycle Adventure experiencing the sights, sounds, and smells that makes Seattle a gem of a city.  After gearing up (see meet up location) we bicycle through Seattle’s Olympic Sculpture Park on our way to the Ballard Locks. You will get a chance to rest and explore this amazing area and really cool fish ladder. Our bicycle guides navigate you through the hipster neighborhoods of Ballard, Fremont, South Lake Union, Seattle Center, and Queen Anne on an amazing interurban bicycle trail. You will experience breathtaking views, old railroad bridges, a boat museum, Theo's Chocolate factory and so much more. We end our adventure biking through the Heart of Seattle on our way back to the waterfront. Only 2 miles is not on a protected bike trail. Must be at least 12-years-old and 5 feet tall. Daily 9:30am-12:30pm. 

Inclusions: Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

With two activities in one 4-hour tour, see the top sights of the Seattle area, both natural and manmade. First visit Snoqualmie Falls, a waterfall in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Then experience Seattle on a city tour that introduces you to the attractions and history that make Seattle one of the most livable cities in America. Listen to fun facts and engaging stories about Seattle from a guide, and learn how the city got its name and what the real story is about how much it rains. The itinerary ensures adequate time spent at each location, allowing individual feedback and suggestions from the guide.

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities

This Whidbey Island and Deception Pass tour from Seattle highlights the best of Washington State's famous scenery and lifestyle. Washington’s largest island is packed full of local charm, friendly people, state history, and beautiful vistas. Among the most popular weekend destinations for locals, Whidbey enjoys an idyllic setting and playful energy that make it a rewarding day trip from Seattle. The tour includes a gourmet lunch, park admissions, and pick-up/drop-off at your Seattle hotel in our luxury Mercedes van.

Inclusions: Small group experience (maximum 7 guests), Hotel pick-up and drop-off in our luxury Mercedes van, Gourmet lunch with a selection of local beverages, Complimentary coffee, water, and snacks, Professional local guide, Guided nature and history walks, All physical abilities welcome, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities