About this experience
Make the most of your time before, after, or while in port in Seattle with this private tour of the city's must-see highlights including the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, the Ballard Locks and Queen Anne Hill. Visit local art galleries, sip coffee at the original Starbucks, and whiz up to the top of the Space Needle if you wish for incredible 360-degree views of Puget Sound, Mt Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. You'll learn all about the history of Seattle from your guide as you travel by van, making stops along the way to explore by foot and discover the best in food, shopping and entertainment. By the end of this private shore excursion, you’ll know Seattle like a local!
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Private tour
- Our phone lines are attended by a live Representative during Business hours
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by fully insured Commercial Bus
Not included
- Gratuities
- Admission to Amusements (optional)
- Luggage fee(s)
Itinerary and highlights
This stop is old Seattle, brick clad buildings house a secret and are full of interesting antique and art galleries. Unique retail shopping, Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park, Waterfall Garden Park and The Firefighters Memorial are all features on this pleasant part of the city.
Washington State Ferries, Seafood restaurant and fish and chowder bars, Aquarium, the Great Wheel, and Sculpture Garden park.
USA's oldest continuous running farmers market. Fishmongers, fruit and vegetable vendors, flower vendors, the soul of the city and must see place in Seattle. A stop here can be arranged if desired.
Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, MOPOP, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Nice neighborhood with Queen Ann style homes and great views.
A million dollar view of Seattle with the Space Needle in the Foreground.
views only on clear days
optional part of the tour based on time, but has areas of interest including markets, museums, Tong buildings and art.
Seattle 3rd most popular attraction. The locks are basically boat elevators moving boats from salt to fresh water and vise versa. Salmon are going through a fish ladder from mid June to October. Other wildlife can be found depending on the Season.
Home of the Seattle Mariners our major league team.
Home to a large fishing fleet of over 700 vessels, including some of the crab boats from the show (Deadliest Catch)
Home of the NFL franchise the Seattle Seahawks.
A great park on Seattle's waterfront full of art and miles of a shorline walk.
Hi, we are the bus company that picks you up and regales you with information of Seattle.
view only on clear days
Inspired by the book (Three Billy Goats Gruff) this art piece lurks under the Aurora Bridge.
Meeting and pickup information
- Vehicles are marked with our Company name "Customized Tours"
- Private Tours we pick up and drop off with in the greater Seattle and SeaTac area. Contact us to arrange if you do not see your location listed.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Customized Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes and a jacket are recommended
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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