Top Seattle Day Trips

Mt. Rainier National Park Highlights Tour

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(3,298)

from USD 150

Seattle City Highlights Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Make exploring beyond Seattle city limits simple—and get up close and personal with the iconic Mt. Rainier—on this hassle-free, full-day trip. Following convenient downtown pickup, journey to Mt. Rainier National Park. Look forward to seeing scenic highlights including Christine Falls, Narada Falls, and Mt. Rainier. Experience the beauty of the area with help from a guide who knows the best ways around the park.

(2,089)

from USD 88

Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle

9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit the world-famous Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass together with one simple and cost-effective booking. Travel to the top of the Space Needle's 520 ft. observation deck for unparalleled views of downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, and the Puget Sound—an essential experience for any tourist. Then, you don't have to go far to immerse yourself in an artistic world where curiosity, creativity, and color come to life at Chihuly Garden and Glass.

(1,890)

from USD 209

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,656)

from USD 73

The Best of Seattle City Highlights Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Seattle’s original neighborhood, Pioneer Square, on this guided walking tour that is great for locals and tourists alike who want to learn more about this city. Explore the underground pathways that were built in the southwest corner of the Emerald City more than 120 years ago. Learn about Seattle’s history and the events that transformed this once-small Indigenous dwelling place into one of the most popular and thriving cities in the United States.

(756)

from USD 111

Cherry Street passageway photo by @andvalan

Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Thanks to beautiful scenery, a vibrant town and the ambiance of Bavaria, Leavenworth is the most popular tourist destination in Washington after Seattle. Come and see it for yourself! Before we get to town, we'll enjoy classic Northwest scenery, take pictures with Bigfoot and stretch your legs on a woodsy trail. Explore Leavenworth and choose a lunch spot on your own (there are plenty of German options!) Heading back, we'll visit Deception Falls for a full Northwestern day to remember.

(8,433)

from USD 32

Leavenworth Exclusive Tour from Seattle

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(516)

from USD 195

Mt Rainier National Park Full Day In-Depth Tour from Seattle

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(767)

from USD 148

Likely to Sell Out

Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Join a small-group tour to Mount Rainier and take a scenic drive through the Cascade Mountains, catching sight of lush forests, volcanic landscape, wide lakes, waterfalls, and historic towns. Stop for photo ops at viewpoints along the way, before arriving at Mount Rainier National Park. Take in the scene of Mount Rainier itself—an active volcano—and explore the park’s trails, wildlife, and visitor center at your leisure.

(4,032)

from USD 75

Mount Rainier Customized Tour from Seattle

Mount Rainier Customized Tour from Seattle

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(129)

from USD 195

Olympic National Park Day Tour from Seattle

13 hoursFree Cancellation

A road-based tour with short hikes throughout the day, where we enjoy beautiful highlights of Olympic National Park with panoramic views of mountains and ocean from Hurricane Ridge. Here we also enjoy a picnic lunch on a short hike. We then explore the rainforest at Crescent Lake, where we go for a short hike along the beautiful lakeshore, followed by a stop in the quaint town of Poulsbo with waterfront views. Finally, we cross Puget Sound again and see the best views of the Seattle skyline on the ferry back to Seattle.

(364)

from USD 239

Touring Olympic National Park, Mountains, Lake, and Rainforest

Touring Olympic National Park, Mountains, Lake, and Rainforest

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

from USD 195

Breathtaking scenery as you learn about whales, sealife and the region from an expert onboard naturalist.

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. You'll spend 3 to 5 hours onboard, looking for whales and learning about the area’s ecosystem from an expert naturalist. Choose from budget-friendly standard seating or pay extra for premium window seats. Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard.

Only Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour Leaving from Seattle

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(256)

from USD 155

A Full-Day Rainforest and beach adventure from Seattle Explore Washington's Olympic Peninsula with a friendly local guide We ensure you get many photo spots! We are the only single day tour from Seattle that takes you into the best rainforest and beach spots on the peninsula. Local knowledge to see the most fun and meaningful spots! For fun during the ride, we provide tasty craft chocolate bars and other good snacks and drinks! Why Travelers Love This Tour: "The rainforests felt like out of a dream." "I’ve never seen a beach like Ruby Beach—completely unforgettable!" *Late June through August the Hoh Rainforest area not accessible due to very long lines. Don't worry, we go to a similar rainforest area you will love! About Max Travels: Max Travels was created for people like you to experience the great nature of this area in a fun and friendly way. We look forward to your tour! Max Travels, LLC is licensed and insured to provide tours

Seattle: Rainforest, Beach, and Olympic National Park Highlights

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(55)

from USD 285

Enjoy the sights and sounds of Seattle from Elliott Bay and Seattle Harbor on this narrated cruise. Learn about Seattle’s historic waterfront and get an up-close look at one of the world's largest shipping terminals. Take in the view of the city’s skyline with a spectacular panoramic background of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, including majestic Mt. Rainier. Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard the ship.

Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Seattle Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Highlights Tour

(2,120)

from USD 46

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,256)

from USD 140

Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

This diverse and active half day tour features the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, with two cascading waterfalls, a 2-hour moderate hike through an old growth forest, a visit to a historic logging town, and a stunning lake reflecting the surrounding mountains. We'll visit the verdant Ollalie Sate Park with Twin Falls and Upper Falls, the towns of North Bend and Snoqualmie, as well as the legendary 270-foot tall Snoqualmie Falls.

Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Leave the driving and planning to someone else, and enjoy a stress-free way to explore beyond Seattle city limits on this 2-in-1 coach trip. Admire the Pacific Northwest scenery en route to Snoqualmie Falls, one of the most-visited waterfalls in Washington State. Then, continue to Leavenworth, a Bavarian-style historical village rich in German culture. Sightsee independently, browse the souvenirs, and even opt to sample German food and beer.

(597)

from USD 79

Seattle: Snoqualmie Falls and Leavenworth Day Trip

Seattle: Snoqualmie Falls and Leavenworth Day Trip

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(196)

from USD 179

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.

Guided hike on Mt. Rainier - old forest, falls and glacier views

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Seattle, the crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest! Nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, this vibrant city blends natural beauty with urban energy. Sip the world’s most famous coffee at Pike Place Market, ride to the top of the iconic Space Needle, and marvel at Dale Chihuly’s stunning glass creations. Wander historic Pioneer Square, explore the futuristic Amazon Spheres, and soak up panoramic city and mountain views from the Sky View Observatory. With art, culture, tech, and food around every corner, Seattle is a city that dazzles at every turn!

(589)

from USD 179

Seattle Full Day W/ All Major Attractions Small Group Tour

Seattle Full Day W/ All Major Attractions Small Group Tour

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore many of Seattle’s key landmarks—and leave all the transit and planning to your guide—on this flexible, full-day tour. Meet in the morning, and travel in a comfortable bus or mini-coach. Visit several top Seattle landmarks, including Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square. You can also upgrade to explore destinations like the Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass, The Museum of Flight, and enjoy an included Cantonese-style afternoon tea.

(27)

from USD 168

Pike Place Market, Space Needle Iconic 1-Day City Tour in Seattle

Pike Place Market, Space Needle Iconic 1-Day City Tour in Seattle

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(74)

from USD 144

Likely to Sell Out

Whale Watching + Deception Pass Tour from Seattle

The ONLY Whale Watching tour with hotel pickup in Seattle! Most whale sightings in the Puget Sound happen near the San Juan Islands - make the most of your day and explore Deception Pass before your Whale-watching cruise! Journey north of Seattle to Deception Pass State Park, a Pacific Northwest hidden gem with views that rival our National Parks! Explore the old growth forest among the jagged cliffs and secret coastlines before enjoying a seasonal catered picnic lunch. After lunch, we'll drive up to Anacortes and join our partners, Outer Island Excursions, on a 3-hour Wildlife and Whale Watching boat tour. The Outer Island Excursions Captain and Naturalist will share information about the Salish Sea while we cruise around the channels in search of whales and other wildlife. Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to 10 travelers. We also bring assorted snacks, water, and other cold beverages for the day. Don’t worry about a thing.

Whale Watching + Deception Pass Tour from Seattle

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(4)

from USD 368

Likely to Sell Out

Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour

Have the special chance to explore Olympic National Park with a naturalist guide—and make your sightseeing logistics smooth and hassle-free—on this full-day, small-group tour from Seattle. With round-trip transit from your downtown hotel, getting to the UNESCO–listed park is made simple. From beaches to mountains to forests and beyond, experience the best of this spectacular landscape, seeing and doing more with your guide than you could alone.

Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend a full day discovering the beauty of Olympic National Park, with highlights like the dramatic Hurricane Ridge and the serene, ancient Lake Crescent. Your driver-guide leads you to some of the park’s most stunning spots while sharing insider knowledge you wouldn't get on your own. Stop by the Olympic National Park Visitor Center to immerse yourself in the park’s fascinating natural features and history. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

(1,015)

from USD 368

Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic Ferry 2CanGo

Olympic National Park Small Group Day Tour w/Scenic Ferry 2CanGo

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(759)

from USD 188

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Mt. Rainier National Park Highlights Tour

Tristan_M, May 2026

Great tour! It’s worth it!!!

Our tour guide was Cory! He was absolutely amazing! Very funny and well knowledgeable! He knew his way around the city and national park and took us to the must sees and all the ins and outs! He was very timely and we were able to see most things with the time we had! I would highly recommend this tour and if you can get Cory he’s the best!

Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

DEREK_D, May 2026

Highly Recommend This Market Tour

Our tour guide Chef Robert was absolutely great and full of knowledge. He knew the Pike Place Market like the back of his hand. There were 12 tourist in our group and Chef Robert’s explanation could be heard by all regardless of where we were standing. All of the included samples were delicious. Highly recommend this tour!

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Todd_L, May 2026

A Combo Worth Every Penny

Visited with adult kids and family — and this combo ticket exceeded all expectations. Chihuly Garden & Glass was the real standout. The sheer scale of the glass works is breathtaking: enormous sculptures suspended from the ceiling and spread across the floor, vibrant colors catching the light in ways photos simply cannot capture. Don't skip the live glassblowing demonstration — it adds a whole other dimension to the experience. The Space Needle itself is smaller than it looks in pictures, but don't let that put you off. The open-air glass elevator ride to the top, the rotating glass floor, and the second level with food and drinks all make for a genuinely memorable visit. The views of Seattle are spectacular, and the design of the observation deck feels fresh and modern. Highly recommend for visitors of any age — just note that those with significant mobility challenges may find some areas tricky to navigate. Get the combo ticket; you won't regret it.

Mount Rainier Customized Tour from Seattle

Tanya_G, May 2026

Best way to see Mount Rainier up close and personal!

This was an excellent almost full day tour from downtown Seattle out to Mount Rainier. It included stops at Elbe and Longmire on the way to the top and multiple stops for waterfall views We had beautiful weather and our tour guide,. Slava was excellent. He mixes humor with facts and kept us entertained throughout the day. Highly recommend both Slava and Oktay tours

Seattle City Highlights Tour

Darius_D, May 2026

Great for first time visitors

This tour provided a nice overview of the city and included some of Seattle's more eclectic neighborhoods. Much of the tour is on the bus but there are several stops. I especially enjoyed Fisherman's Terminal and Chittenden Locks, which provided great photo opps. If you want to take photos from the bus, the right side will be more scenic. For first time visitors, I would advise combining this with a Space Needle visit for the complete Seattle experience.

Olympic National Park Day Tour from Seattle

gail_r, May 2026

Fantastic trip

Wear layers and good walking shoes or hiking boots. Be prepared for a great time! Our guide Kevin was the best! His knowledge of the national park and especially native American legend wowed us. We experienced so many different ecosystems in one day....the coast, the deep beautiful forest, the lakes, rugged mountains, waterfalls. Kevin knew where to stop for breaks and food. We had ample time to explore yet he kept us on schedule. I cannot recommend this tour enough!

Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle

Jenni_D, May 2026

Unique and awe-inspiring tour of Mount Rainier

This was a fun and exciting tour. Our guide, Ken, told us fascinating stories about Seattle and Mount Rainier, as well as information about the trees, vegetation and wildlife. He gave those on the tour group options for activities, that ranged from sedentary to intense hiking. At Mount Rainier, Ken, provided us with a choice of snowshoes or crampons for hiking in the snow. I chose crampons. I’m glad I did because it kept me from falling or slipping so I could enjoy the breathtaking scenery. We had other opportunities to hike too, which was one reason we chose the tour we did. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants a unique, awe-inspiring experience.

Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour

Daniel_C, May 2026

Our naturalist guide,...

Our naturalist guide, Brent, was super knowledgeable about a broad spectrum of the history, flora and fauna of the park and it's surrounding area. He was very friendly and easy to talk to, as was the naturalist in training, Gia who was shadowing during our tour. In the time we had, we covered large swaths of Olympic NP. Hurricane ridge was magnificent, but, for me, the trails through the old growth forest felt like being transported to a different world and time. I would recommend to anyone looking to explore the park.

Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise

Susan_B, May 2026

Seattle’s floating world

Really great. Everything it should be. Smart as heck tour guide, great crew, cool boat. If you’re new to Seattle, this shows the contours of the city from a distance and you get to see how this progressive, high-tech city is connected to a global network of shipping and exchange. You really get a sense of how Seattle is wired. Oh—there’s great champagne and good beer!

Leavenworth Exclusive Tour from Seattle

Raquel_P, Mar 2026

Recommend 10/10

We really enjoyed our tour! Mehrdad was knowledgeable and friendly, making our trip fun and exciting. He stopped at several locations and allowed us to take pictures. We also did mini hikes at a few of them, pretty easy. My 60+ parents, myself and my husband went on this tour, and my mom had a little bit of hard time with the short hikes, but she enjoyed getting to see everything and was able to rest in the car. We went on a friday and it was pretty empty, so we were able to explore every little shop.

Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

Steve_F, Oct 2025

Our guide, John was...

Our guide, John was wonderful! During the drive there and back, he pointed out places of interest and gave us some history of the area. Same during the actual hikes. He was patient with the slower members of the group. The trails were beautiful and challenging. One had to watch where you put your feet; lots of rocks and tree roots to navigate. Hiking shoes are a must. There is some long elevation to climb. Definitely not a hike for those out of shape (and the excursion description does warn of this.) Loved the old growth forests we hired through.