Historic & Cultural Tour of Pike Place Market

Highlights / General details

Join us for a one-hour historical tour of Pike Place Market filled with intriguing tales! At over 100 years old, Pike Place Market is the oldest continuously operating market in the United States. The original Starbucks and Sur La Table stores can be found here, as well as the world famous fish throwing Pike Place Fish boys. It is also home to more than 200 year-round commercial businesses; 190 craftspeople; and approximately 100 farmers who rent table space by the day; 240 street performers and musicians; and more than 300 apartment units, most of which provide housing for low-income elderly people. Your tour will take you inside the main thoroughfares of the Pike Place Market, as well as the Lower Levels where hidden treasures await. Enjoy the sights, smells, and sounds that make up this iconic landmark!

Inclusion

Guided tour and personal audio devices, A visit with the famous Pike Place Fish fishmongers, The original Starbucks store and infamous Gum Wall, Entertaining stories of the Market’s rich history and culture.

Exclusion

Gratuities, hotel pick-up/drop-off and transportation.

Hours of operation

This tour is available at 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Duration

Approximately 1 hour.

Location Tour meets at the corner of Western Ave. & Virginia St, Seattle, WA, 98101, at the tree surrounded by a low circular brick wall.

Additional Information You must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour’s departure time for audio set-up, check-in, and tour introduction. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Participant restrictions

Children younger than 6 years old may participate for free. Wheelchairs and strollers are extremely difficult to accommodate due to cobblestone streets and crowds.

Location

Tour meets at the corner of Western Ave. & Virginia St, Seattle, WA, 98101, at the tree surrounded by a low circular brick wall.

Additional Information You must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour’s departure time for audio set-up, check-in, and tour introduction. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Participant restrictions Children younger than 6 years old may participate for free. Wheelchairs and strollers are extremely difficult to accommodate due to cobblestone streets and crowds.

Policies Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation