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This walking tour of Seattle is a great way to acquaint yourself with the city in just a few hours. Leave with a solid overview of the different neighborhoods, the city's history, and its major sites, even if you're short on time. Unlike other walking tours, you'll also enjoy a scenic ride on Seattle's historic monorail.

Get up close with the killer whales of Anacortes, the home port to the San Juan Islands, on this whale-watching cruise led by naturalist guides. Climb aboard a Blackfish fleet vessel and travel through some of the most picturesque scenery in the Pacific Northwest searching for orca, humpback, and gray whales. Along the way, see ocean wildlife in their natural environment, like seals, porpoises, sea lions and otters—plus a wide variety of birds and more.

Get up close with the orca whales off the San Juan Islands near Seattle on this half-day whale-watching cruise. San Juan Island is where the southern resident killer whales live about six months out of the year, from mid-April to October. It’s also considered one of the best places to view orca whales.

See Whidbey Island in Washington from a fresh perspective with a small-group kayaking tour in Deception Pass State Park. Meet your guide at 4399 Bowman Bay Rd and climb into a sea kayak to explore the calm waters of Bowman Bay. Learn the basics of paddling and admire views of wildlife, Fidalgo Island, and more. All gear including life jackets and paddles is provided.

Get to know Pike Place Market’s history and importance to Seattle’s food scene while learning how to navigate the maze of vendors on this guided tour. Explore this century-old market with a local guide who will take you to James Beard award winning vendors. Meet nearly a dozen merchants as you sample their foods and learn about their unique offerings. From cheese to cherries, you’ll taste 10 different foods that are among the best in the market.

See the best of Seattle in just a few hours on this convenient bus tour. Relax and sightsee from the bus, skipping the hassle of planning transportation throughout the day. Cover several of Seattle's must-see spots, such as Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, and the Fremont Troll. Beyond the major sights, you'll also explore different neighborhoods and learn about Seattle's history from your guide.

Experience the best of Seattle on a fantastic City Sightseeing bus tour! You can explore the city at your own pace with tickets valid for either 24 or 48 hours. Discover all of Seattle's key landmarks, including the world famous Space Needle, Pioneer & Occidental Square, Chinatown, Seattle Central Library, Pike Place Market and Farmers Market - including the first ever Starbucks and much more! Enjoy recorded audio commentary in English played through the bus speaker system as you travel between the city’s most famous landmarks and attractions. For even more language options, guests can download the tour app and listen directly on their own mobile phone and earbuds in Spanish, English, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Korean. The tour also includes real-time live bus tracking in the app, allowing you to see exactly when the next bus will arrive at your stop - making it easy and convenient to plan your sightseeing throughout the day. Book with City Sightseeing today!

Hop aboard a schooner for a 2-hour sailing journey out into the Puget Sound, ideal for photographers or anyone who wants to capture images of the city from the sea. You'll board right in downtown Seattle's Pier 66 terminal and set out into the water for some fantastic views of the city's skyline and the mountains beyond.

Experience the natural beauty of Mt. Rainier with the help of a guide to lead the way on this full-day group tour from Seattle. Enjoy a scenic, narrated journey past lakes, waterfalls, historic towns, and Mt. Rainier. Take in spectacular views from Narada Falls, considered the most popular waterfall in Mt. Rainier National Park, and the aptly named Paradise. Includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels for your convenience.

Cover the highlights of Olympic National Park in one day, without having to rent a car, on this tour from Seattle, which mixes car and ferry transport and about six miles (9.6 km) of hiking. Visit different ecosystems, including meadows, a temperate rainforest, and a subalpine forest, with time leftover to visit the Pacific Ocean.

Explore Mt. Rainier National Park's highlights on this day tour featuring glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, and old growth forests. From Seattle, you'll head to the park and take guided shorter hikes from the Visitor Center at Paradise, including a one-mile walk to a picnic near giant glaciers. See Reflection Lake, Narada Falls, and Christine Falls. In winter and spring (November-June), snowshoeing replaces hiking—no experience required.

The cascade-mountain area of Washington state is absolutely beautiful but biking its trails on a regular bike can leave you exhausted if you're not an experienced biker. Instead, book this Leavenworth Mountain View E-Bike Experience and go through 16 miles of mountain trails on an e-bike that saves you from pedaling the whole way.

Find out what makes Seattle one of the most popular cities in the US on an intimate, half-day tour. Head first to beautiful Snoqualmie Falls, in the Cascade Mountains. Then return to the city for a tour of its top attractions, including Pioneer Square, Fremont Troll, markets and parks, and a lookout point. Ample time is spent at each stop, giving you the chance to take photos and ask questions.

Munch your way through Seattle’s food scene without wandering aimlessly through the city on this food and culture tour of Pike Place Market. Begin at Savor Seattle Food Tours headquarters with fun pre-tour activities before sampling fresh fruit, snacks, and more from local producers. In between nibbles, get some food for thought as your guide tells stories and quirky anecdotes from the market’s century-old history.

Experience the food and culture at one of Seattle’s most famous landmarks, Pike Place Market, on this 2-hour, chef-guided food tour. See where chefs shop and locals hang out and enjoy diverse tastings at several different stops — places such as Beecher's ‘World's Best’ Mac and Cheese, Pike Place Chowder, local artisan chocolate shops and more. Feel like a market insider on this behind-the-scenes adventure to savor the flavors, as well as the sights and sounds, of this historic attraction.

You don’t have to venture into the San Juan Islands to see whales in their natural habitat—with this tour, you can board a whale-watching cruise right in downtown Seattle. Spend several hours onboard, looking for whales and learning about the area’s ecosystem from an expert naturalist. Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard.

See a new side of Gig Harbor—and soak up the wild scenery of Puget Sound—on this boat tour. Meet your Coast Guard-certified captain, hop aboard the ex-navy boat, and set sail. You’ll see impeccable views of Mt. Rainier’s snowy peak, and admire local landmarks like the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. As you go, look out for eagles, seals, porpoises, and other wildlife, and learn more about the region’s history.

Pass through the renowned Ballard Locks and learn about the complex system on a cruise that transports you between the freshwater of Lake Union and the saltwater of Puget Sound. The one-way cruise can be used as transportation, making it ideal for travelers who want to avoid traffic and enjoy a unique journey from the Seattle waterfront to the AGC Marina on South Lake Union (or vice versa).

Enjoy Seattle’s cityscape, Olympic Mountain and Mt. Rainier views aboard Seattle's premier tall ship. After hoisting the sails, we’ll cut the engine and enjoy the tranquility on our beautiful schooner. As the sun sets, we will celebrate another beautiful summer day in the Pacific Northwest! Enjoy a beverage and the beautiful views as we sail back to the city.

Even a forecast of rain won’t keep a smile from your face during this gourmet food and cocktail tour of Seattle. It’s an edible Emerald City experience that gives you a mini-tour of downtown and a whole lot of menu options. Bring your appetite for visits to popular restaurants, each with a unique local taste of the Pacific Northwest’s flavors, and an included cocktail.

See where (and how) airplanes are built on this guided small-group tour of the Boeing factory near Seattle. Tour the massive Boeing assembly plant, the world’s largest building by volume, and see signature Boeing planes in production. Explore the interactive exhibits and displays in the 28,000-square-foot Aviation Center Gallery and visit the educational Future of Flight Aviation Center museum.

Enjoy both types of spirit during a ghost tour that takes place across three of Seattle's best bars. A costumed guide helps to inject some theater into this experience, while exploring after dark makes for a spooky atmosphere. Plus, you'll hear lesser-know tales of haunting and horror that you're unlikely to find in the guide book and receive personalized attention in a small group.

Seattle is famous for its bustling waterfront, numerous green spaces, and historic neighborhoods. Ideal for first-time visitors, this sightseeing tour provides an overview of top attractions such as Pioneer Square, the Space Needle, and Pike Place market. Sit back and relax while your guide provides historical and cultural background for each destination, and enjoy stops to walk and take photos.