Seattle · HISTORIC SEATTLE WALKING TOURS
14 tours
After the 1889 fire Seattle rebuilt a storey higher and left the original shopfronts sealed under the pavement. These 14 tours take you down there and explain what happened, with the length of each walk, how much of it is underground and which ones suit anyone who would rather stay above ground in Pioneer Square.
See Seattle’s Pioneer Square above and below in a 1-hour underground history walk, tracing the 1890s city to the Klondike Gold Rush.
“We had a super fun time learning about Seattle’s history and our guide did an incredible job. Thanks!”
Walk beneath Pioneer Square on a 1-hour guided tour of 1890s passageways, the Seattle Fire, and why streets were raised.
“Guide was very good. This tour is a very interesting insight on the history of the neighbourhood”
A 3-hour Seattle mural and pub-meets-history tour with Henry’s art across Fremont, Ballard, Queen Anne, Greenwood, and the Waterfront Marketplace.
“Super informative with great personality! We really enjoyed finding out about our favorite artist, and getting more information about the city that we live in.”
Self-guided Seattle history puzzle from Union Station to the Waterfront, with 10 challenges, landmark stops, and flexible 90-minute pacing for $7.20.
“It starts at Union station and ends at the waterfront. My CuriosityBased team of 4 did it from one phone. Really educational and interesting. One station had outdated information. It was good value”
A 90 minute small group Seattle walking tour led by historian Carter, focused on WWII red light nightlife stories near Pioneer Square and Chinatown for $29.
“Extraordinary!! Carter’s walking tour was outstanding! The tour was very enjoyable, Carter very knowledgeable, provided a rich history on the women who helped make Seattle the progressive city it is. Truly and thoroughly enjoyable!! Recommended 💯!!”
A quick 45-minute Seattle Waterfront and Pike Place walk with snack-making, history stops, and a pro guide for $26.
“A bit of history, a wonderful taste of Seattle at Pike Place and the waterfront native American history, mountain views and even some rock grunge history. Aidan was a wonderful host!!!”
Seattle’s Queen Anne True Crime Tour is a small-group ride with top viewpoints, dark local stories, and easy meeting at HC Henry Pier.
“I thoroughly enjoyed the Queen Anne True Crime Tour led by Jake! Her engaging storytelling and deep knowledge of Seattle's dark history made the experience both informative and thrilling. This tour is a must for anyone interested in true crime and local lore!”
Small-group Bainbridge Island wine and history day trip with ferry views, Bloedel Reserve gardens, internment memorial, lunch, and tastings.
“A beautiful day for a picnic on the beach with Daniel. He picked some great winery's and was so knowledgeable. What a great day. Thank you Daniel.”
A self-guided Seattle time travel clue game in the Questo app, from the Father and Son fountain past Space Needle and Seattle Center.
“Difficulty finding the instructions once we signed up - they were not clear, and we just kept being sent to the same page, essentially going in circles for about an hour. Customer service was great - they were prompt and helpful. That's about the only positive I have to share. When my partner went to download the trip instructions, they wanted all his information, rather than mine (I was the one who signed up/paid). He chose not to have it on his phone, because they wanted too much info. So we just used the one phone (we paid for two, which it turns out we didn't need to). The path…”
A 90-minute Pioneer Square walk with Carter Lee Churchfield, telling six linked Seattle women stories for $35.
“My daughter and I enjoyed this tour so much! Our guide Carter, was engaging, funny and eloquent at the same time. We learned about women that helped shape Seattle through both pictures and storytelling. Highly recommend this engaging tour!”
Half-day Seattle tour with Space Needle, Argosy harbor cruise, and Underground Pioneer Square, plus hotel pickup and small-group guide.
“We were picked up by a small compact car we shared with another couple on the tour. The site stated an air conditioned bus or van. Our driver was not familiar with local sites, didn’t know where our hotel entrance was and dropped us at our last destination and told us we were close to our hotel so we could walk there when our tour was complete. Disappointed with the tour service company but the tours were all great.”
Small group Seattle tour with Space Needle, Shoreline Architecture Harbor Cruise, Beneath the Streets underground, and Kerry Park views.
“It was average. This tour is mainly a taxi for you to get to the various activities. You can probably save money by purchasing your own tickets to the attractions and just do a ride shares to and fro at your own pace.”
Private Suquamish culture tour: museum longhouse, Chief Seattle's gravesite, Bainbridge lunch, and a ferry ride from Seattle.
“Cheryl was on time, very welcoming, and knowledgeable. She also cared about our well-being, knowing we both had mobility issues. Great Tour!”
Guided 1.5-hour walk along Seattle Waterfront Park from Victor Steinbrueck Park to Pioneer Square. New views, old photos, indigenous stories.
“We had a fun and delightful walking tour with James of Global Family Travels in July beginning near the Pike Place Market and ending near the ferry terminal. It was a wonderful way to explore Seattle’s waterfront - new and old. James was an enthusiastic tour guide sharing interesting facts and amazing stories that bring this fascinating part of the city to life.”
