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Starpoints:
- Taste your way through Seattle's Pike Place Market!
- Experience a fully narrated, 2-hour walking tour through this famous Seattle landmark.
- See the fish mongers throwing their famous fish!
- Enjoy 10 to 11 tasting stops, which is more than enough for lunch.
- Nibble on alderwood smoked salmon,Tom Douglas' Crab Cakes, artisan handmade cheeses & Russian piroshky pastries.
- Got a sweet tooth? Try a hot old-fashioned doughnut and cherry-inspired treats.
- Taste locally roasted coffee.
- Receive our favorite seasonal recipes - so you know what to shop for!
- Get our special Repeat Visitor discount card for a fabulous discount off your entire purchase.
- Bring your camera to capture the best of Pike Place Market!
Description
Meet your friendly and knowledgeable guide for a fun and informative tasting tour of Pike Place Market in Seattle. Eat your way through this fabulous marketplace on our 2-hour fully narrated walking tour.
Experience the best local food and beverages that Seattle has to offer as you listen to expert narration on our custom audio devices. Enjoy at 10 to 11 tasting stops, which is more than enough for lunch.
Tastings include:
- Alderwood smoked salmon
- Tom Douglas' Crab Cakes
- Artisan handmade cheeses
- Hot old-fashioned doughnuts
- Fresh seasonal produce
- Cherry-inspired treats
- Russian piroshky pastries
- Locally roasted coffee
- Nation's best clam chowder
- And other tasty surprises!
And that's just the food! We also include our Merchant & Dining guide, our seasonal recipes and our special "Repeat Visitor" discount card, so you can return to your favorite shops and vendors for a fabulous discount off your entire purchase.
We highlight local artisans and restaurants whose foods are revered throughout Seattle and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I eat anything before coming on the tour?
We recommend that you eat a light breakfast before joining us for the tour. The amount of food tasted on the tour is enough for lunch.
Are there vegetarian options?
Yes! In fact, only one of the tasting stops on the tour includes seafood.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Please be sure and let us know if you (or anyone in your group) has a dietary restriction (e.g. vegetarian, nut allergy, etc.), when you book your tour. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Are there kosher options?
The majority of the food tastings are not guaranteed kosher.
How physically fit do I need to be to enjoy this tour?
Our tours are generally appropriate for all ages and fitness levels, but please use your best judgment. We are on our feet for approximately 2 hours. Be prepared to walk 50 feet up a steep incline. Tastings are on the go and seating opportunities are limited and sporadic.
Do the tours start and end at the same place?
The tours end within a few blocks of the starting point in Pike Place Market.
What happens if it rains?
The tours are held rain or shine. About half of the tour is conducted under cover and half is in open air. You should dress appropriately for the day's weather conditions and bring an umbrella if necessary.
Can I shop on the tours?
We ask that you please wait to shop until after the tour so that we can stay on schedule and continue with the informative tour and food tastings in a timely manner. Allow time at the end of the tour to return to your favorite stores and vendors to take advantage of our exclusive "Repeat Visitor" discount card, only available to our tour participants!
Are bathrooms available during the tours?
Yes, bathrooms are available throughout the Market. However, we strongly recommend that you use the facilities before meeting up for the tour, so that we can stay on schedule and maximize our tastings!
Are the tours accessible by baby stroller and wheelchair?
Yes, our tour routes can be modified to be baby stroller friendly. However, please bear in mind that during peak months, the market can be extremely congested. It can be extremely difficult to navigate through the crowds. Unfortunately, with the crowds and tight space in the market, the tours are not wheelchair accessible.
Lastly, please bring a filled reusable water bottle for the tour, as you will be walking and eating for two to three hours. If you are unable to do so water will be available for purchase at the starting location of the tour. Please arrive early to provide enough time to purchase water should you chose to do so.”
Reviews & ratings from fellow travelers
Read what other travelers think about the Pike Place Market - Food & Cultural Tour (Walking). We only accept reviews from actual, confirmed travelers who purchased the tour / activity from us, so you can be sure the reviews are unbiased and authentic.
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I was at Pike Place Market a few years ago but did not take a tour. This time I decided to try the tour. What fun! We learned a lot and had a wonderful time sampling all the great food and learning the secrets of Pike Place Market.
Reviewed by: Cheryl G., USA, May 2010
Great tour. I loved it. Definetely would do again. My favorite parts was the squeaky cheese and the fish toss stops . One caveat, add one more sit down stop. Some of the seniors showed signs of wear and tear towards to end. I used the 10% discount at franks produce and at the tea shop. Franks especially bent over backwards for my order. I highly recommend taking the early tour. The market got quite crowded around noon.
Reviewed by: Sammi M., USA, April 2010
Would recommend this tour to everyone. It was not only informative but also fun!
Reviewed by: Paul F., USA, March 2010
It was one of the best tours my fiancée Georgene and I have ever taken, the food was excellent, the tour guide really made the experience. His voice was very clear thru the headset as we walked. He was very entertaining and knowledgeable. If I ever go back, I would definitely do it again! I would also recommend it to any first time visitors of Seattle. Thank you for a nice time.
Reviewed by: Mark Z., USA, August 2009
Great tour and the tour guide did a super job!
Reviewed by: Rob C., USA, July 2009
I was a bit apprehensive to take this tour but it turned out to be one of my most enjoyable tourist activities in Seattle. Without the insight and knowledge of the tour guide and interaction with the vendors, you're walking around Pike Public Market aimlessly. I highly recommend this tour and the tastings are superb.
Reviewed by: Robert S., USA, August 2008
I did enjoy this tour very much. I would also like to take the other food tour sometime in the future.
Reviewed by: Suzan R., USA, October 2009
Our tour guide was fabulous. The tour gave me a whole new appreciation of the market. I definitely want to go back and take more friends.
Reviewed by: Cynthia J., USA, October 2009
This tour was a lot of fun and a good investment of our time. The guide was excellent - very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Reviewed by: John J., USA, August 2009
I enjoyed the tour. Do this tour at the beginning of your Seattle stay, to decide what to shop for later.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, Canada, July 2009
