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Must-See Seattle: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1. Must-See Seattle: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Sit back, relax, and enjoy Seattle's most popular and important sights on this sightseeing bus tour. Hop on and hop off at any of the allocated tour stops to explore the sights that interest you the most. As you travel, enjoy panoramic views of the city from the open-top deck on the bus, plus a wonderful audio commentary giving you all the information you need. Hop off at popular landmarks including the space needle, one of the cities tallest structures and home to a wonderful observation deck and revolving restaurant. With the Premium Ticket, not only will you have access to all 16 bus stops, but you can enjoy the Scenic Panoramic Tour which gives you completely unrivaled views of the city. This ticket also includes a walking tour in the Pioneer Square Historic District, allowing you to take an in-depth look at some of Seattle's fascinating past.  Must See Seattle Route: •Space Needle & Seattle Center •Clipper Vacations •Edgewater Hotel •Pier 66 Cruise Terminal •Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises •Pioneer & Occidental Square •Historic Chinatown Gate •Panama Hotel & Tea House •Seattle Sky View Observatory •Seattle Central Library •Seattle Convention Center •Starbucks Reserve Capitol Hill •Capitol Hill & Jimi Hendrix Statue •Paramount Theatre •Westlake Center & Shopping •Pike Place Market •Pike Brewing Company •Seattle Art Museum •Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises •Original Starbucks at Pike Place Market

Seattle: 3-Hour City Tour by Bus

2. Seattle: 3-Hour City Tour by Bus

Discover the best of Seattle on a 3-hour guided, small-group tour covering almost 50 miles including three main stops: Pioneer Square, Ballard Locks, and a city skyline viewpoint for unforgettable photo opportunities. Sit back and relax as a knowledgeable guide presents Seattle's history, neighborhoods, and attractions. The tour visits the following highlights: • Pike Place Market • Olympic and Cascade Mountain views • Seattle waterfront • Historic Pioneer Square • Waterfall Garden Park • Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park • T-mobile Park and CenturyLink field • Chinatown and International District • Lake Washington • I-90 Floating Bridge • Mercer Island • Puget Sound views • Panoramic Seattle city views • Fremont neighborhood and Troll • Lake Union and Ship Canal • Fishermen’s Terminal • Ballard Locks/salmon ladder • Discovery Park • Scenic Magnolia Bluff with its stunning homes and views • Seattle Center & MoPop

Seattle: 3-Hour City Highlights Tour

3. Seattle: 3-Hour City Highlights Tour

See the sights of Seattle on a guided minibus tour. Hear interesting anecdotes and discover little known gems within the unique neighborhoods that make Seattle such a special place to live. Climb aboard the climate-controlled minibus and drive through the bustling downtown retail district into Pike Place Market. See where the world's first Starbucks coffeehouse opened, and keep a look out for flying fish that are thrown at the market.  Admire the diverse architectural styles as you cruise from the award-winning, ultra-modern public library to the greatest concentration of early 20th-century Romanesque architecture in the country.  Get an up-close view of side-by-side mega-sports arenas by the Port of Seattle. See the International District with its diverse pan-Asian community and artistic presence. Journey past King Street Station and Union Station, and continue to the waterfront before making your way past the distinctive Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and the Experience Music Project Museum. Go to the Kerry Park viewpoint atop Queen Anne Hill for a photo opportunity. On a clear day, you can see as far as Mount Rainier and experience a vista that will take your breath away.  Take an interactive tour of the Ballard Locks and Fish Ladder, and learn about the miraculous lifecycle of Northwest Salmon. Watch as commercial boats navigate through the government locks, where Elliot Bays meets the waters of Lake Union and Washington. Drive through the artsy neighborhood of Fremont. See the famous Fremont Troll and the statue of Lenin. Make your way back downtown for convenient at a downtown attraction of your choosing or your hotel.

Seattle: Night Tour with Local Guide

4. Seattle: Night Tour with Local Guide

Explore Seattle’s many interesting and diverse neighborhoods during a 2-hour tour through the city. Hear wonderful stories and anecdotes about the Emerald City from your knowledgeable and entertaining narrator. Start your tour as the sun sets over Seattle. Meet your friendly local guide at the meeting point before setting off on an adventure to discover the city. Become acquainted with various popular points of interest from Alki Beach to Queen Ann Hill. As the sun sets over the Olympic mountain range, take in Seattle’s most popular vista points with incredible views of the Emerald City skyline during this two-hour, live-guided night tour. Return home with unforgettable images etched in your mind of Elliot Bay, the Puget Sound, and the surrounding mountain ranges.

Seattle: Sightseeing Bus Tour with the Ballard Locks

5. Seattle: Sightseeing Bus Tour with the Ballard Locks

Discover the jewel of the Pacific Northwest on this guided sightseeing tour of Seattle. Hop aboard a spacious and airconditioned bus for trip to neighborhoods like Ballard and Queen Anne. Gain insights into the city with the help of your local guide.  Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from a centrally-located meeting point close to the Space Needle. Board the comfortable bus and begin your journey through Seattle's highlights. Cruise through districts like Ballard and Queen Anne and see how culture and architectural diversity make each area unique. Explore the gardens and boat locks, and salmon ladder at the Ballard locks. Admire the the sparkling waters of the Puget Sound, the vast green forests, and the local mountains from the viewpoint at Kerry Park. Visit the greenspace on the shores of Lake Union at Gas Works Park. Return to your meeting point at the end of your tour. 

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Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 152 reviews

I was The only that booked for the 3-hour tour. I got A phone call a couple hours before if I wanted To keep my tour appointment or cancel which was very considerate of them to check. I kept My tour appt and Brian was GREAT! He was a personal tour guide and very knowledgeable! Brian asked if there was any particular site that I really Wanted to see or go shopping at a souvenir shop. He took me on the regular sights included in the payment but also let me go shopping at the Old Curiosity Shoppe! I had Such a blast and highly recommend visiting in the winter time to experience the REAL Seattle feel! And also, less crowds!! Best tour guide!

Our guide for this tour was called DC. It was an awesome and unforgettable experience. DC was uber knowledgeable, patient and always went the extra mile to satisfy everyone’s needs/wants. Within the 3-hour long tour, he ensured that no stones were left unturned and in detail explained to us clearly and patiently about each and every spot/destination we were introduced to. This is one of the best tours we’ve ever experienced. Thanks, DC, for a memorable and wonderful tour.

Amazing tour! I was the only one in it and the guide was so kind and nice! Both we learned from each other, I practiced my English with him and he practiced his Spanish with me :)

Steve was the most knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humour. Made for a really good tour.

Our tour guide / bus driver DC was excellent in sharing with us the highlights of the city