Early-Bird Tasting Tour of Pike Place Market
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Pike Place Market's rich history
- Enjoy early access before the crowds
- Sample fresh seafood and local specialties
- Meet passionate local vendors
- Discover hidden gems within the market
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Pike Place Market
- Food tastings from local vendors
- Early access to the market before crowds arrive
- Transportation to and from the market
Itinerary
Experience one of Seattle’s most famous landmarks, Pike Place Market, through it's food and history on this guided tasting tour. Enjoy diverse tastings from fresh produce, warm cheddar biscuits and smoked salmon, fresh baked treats and much more. As an early-bird you'll visit popular vendors - and some hidden gems - before the crowds arrive as our expert local guide leads you on this intimate small-group tour. ♦ Show Me Seattle is permitted and licensed by the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA) to operate tours in the Pike Place Market Historical District. The PDA requires any business or person conducting paid tours within its properties and in the public areas of the historical district to be pre-approved and to have a license for this activity.♦
Meeting point
Start Location
indi chocolate, Western Avenue, Seattle, WA, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
- Children under 6 years old can join for free if they do not occupy a seat.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven surfaces.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater; mornings can be cool in Seattle.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in and meet your guide.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Food restrictions and allergies can often be accommodated with advance notice
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather; tours operate rain or shine
- Please bring a filled reusable water bottle for the tour, as you will be walking and eating for 2 hours. If you are unable to do so, water is available for purchase from partner vendors during the tour
- Not wheelchair or stroller accessible
- Tastings add up to a light meal
- Stops are subject to change without notice due to partner availability
- Tours may be cancelled due to low booking numbers
Traveler reviews
“Lucky” us
Turned a confusing market place into a story of history, depth of knowledge, delicious tastes, personalized responses, ultimately a place where we could navigate and return to . Our guide “Lucky” made it an unforgettable experience.
Lucky was great and use him always
David "Lucky" was excellent and very helpful. He took his time and extremely informative. Great tour guide
The best taste of Seattles heart
This was a fantastic tour. Lucky our guide was a wealth of historical, architectural, cultural, geological and edible information. He knows so many of the vendors in the market and gave us more than 2 hours of tastings, stories and some truly awful jokes ( which we loved!). The discounts available when going back to some of the stores as part of the tour were great. A perfect way to discover the true heart of Seattle.
Fantastic Tour
Our guide Woody was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the Public Market and Seattle! We received samples from 8 different vendors, and they were all so good! We definitely did not need to have lunch after our tour! I highly recommend this tour!
The early birds get the best tour!
A great experience for early birds to see the market and learn about the history of the market before the crowds arrive. Bob is an awesome guide and we enjoyed our first visit to the market. The samples of food filled our tummies until lunchtime later in the afternoon.