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Get to know Bellevue in a whole new way with a phone-based scavenger hunt that blends the freedom of independent travel with the educational aspects of a tour. Whether you are a tourist, local, or new to town, this private tour lets you explore at your own pace with family or friends. You'll put your skills to the test, race against the clock, and snap pictures as you wander through the city.

Escape Seattle for a memorable private day trip to Leavenworth, one of Washington’s most charming mountain destinations. Travel comfortably through the scenic Cascade Mountains and enjoy beautiful views along the way. Explore Leavenworth’s Bavarian-style streets, browse local shops, discover restaurants, take photos, and enjoy free time to experience the town at your own pace. With a private vehicle and professional local driver, you can enjoy a more relaxed and personalized experience without the stress of driving or joining a crowded bus tour. Your driver can also share local recommendations and help you make the most of your visit. The route and stops may vary depending on weather, traffic, seasonal conditions, and available time. Pickup is available from your confirmed Seattle-area hotel, residence, or eligible address. Provide your pickup address, passenger count, luggage details, and mobile number when booking. Reserve your private Leavenworth day trip from Seattle today.

Explore beyond Seattle city limits with ease—and come face to face with some of the Pacific Northwest's most dramatic natural scenery—on this private, full-day trip to Mt. Rainier National Park. Head to the popular Paradise area of the park, home to the Jackson Visitor Center and Reflection Lake. Plus, stop to marvel at Narada Falls, which is taller than Niagara Falls, and admire views of the snow-capped peak.

Get up close and personal with the Seattle area’s resident volcano—and immerse yourself in picture-perfect Pacific Northwest scenery—on this full-day trip from Bellevue to Mt. Rainier National Park. Pick between private and small-group options, and set off via comfortable SUV. You’ll see park attractions like Narada Falls and Reflection Lakes, will have free time to hike, and can admire up-close perspectives on the famed snowy peak.

Experience the beauty of Mt. Rainier National Park in the comfort of your own private tour. The adventure begins from your hotel, where your personal local expert will pick your party up in a Pearl Chevrolet Suburban LTZ. Work with your tour guide to create the best itinerary and stops for your group. See and experience places within the National Park that our public tour cannot reach. Set the tone for the day by leaning more towards an adventure, hiking-filled day or sit back and relax while you enjoy a leisurely, scenic day on the mountain. It’s up to you! For tours November - April, we can only access the roads in the park which do not require chains. These tours often cannot make it to Paradise, Christine or Narada Falls. We offer snow shoes as a replacement as the majority of the tour will take place at Longmire.

Experience the Best of Seattle! Join us for a customized tour of Seattle, tailored to your interests and preferences. Explore the city's iconic landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and stunning natural beauty with our expert guides. Discover: Iconic landmarks like the Space Needle and Pike Place Market Vibrant neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Ballard Stunning natural beauty, from Puget Sound to surrounding mountains Customize Your Tour: Choose your own itinerary and pace Explore local hotspots and hidden gems Enjoy personalized attention from our expert guides

Discover the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with our Seattle Audio Tour Bundle: Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park and North Cascades National Park! Explore the majestic peaks, lush forests, and stunning landscapes of these iconic parks at your own pace. With our easy-to-use audio guides, you'll learn fascinating facts, hear engaging stories, and uncover hidden gems along the way. Marvel at Mount Rainier's towering glaciers, alpine meadows, and diverse wildlife. Experience the tranquil beauty of Olympic National Park's rainforests, rugged coastline, and serene lakes. Our tours provide insider tips and historical insights, making your adventure both educational and enjoyable. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts, our audio tours offer the flexibility to explore these breathtaking parks whenever you choose. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours

On the Haunted Seattle Spooktacular Ghost Walking Tour, we'll uncover the spooky side of Pike Place Market. With non-stop stories and spooky landmarks, this tour is perfect for the entire family, so bring them all! One of your famous costumed tour guides will lead you along a walking route that visits as many haunted sites in Pike Place Market that we could cram into 90 minutes. We have the best-trained guides in the industry because we train and treat them as part of the family and in return, they put on the best performance you can expect, and they can’t wait to share their beautifully historic and notoriously haunted city with you.

Explore the Pacific Northwest's Stunning Coast Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Pacific Northwest's most scenic coastline, spanning from Washington to Oregon. Our all-inclusive road trip package offers a perfect blend of breathtaking natural beauty, charming coastal towns, and exciting experiences.

Step aboard a Pacific Northwest holiday tradition! Experience the magic of the holidays aboard the Spirit of Seattle™, the official Christmas Ship™, as it sails through Puget Sound's many waterfront communities. Each 1.5-hour cruise features a live performance by a local choir, Santa's reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas', and has a full-service bar available offering holiday cocktails, local wine and beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. This family-friendly tradition has been delighting guests year after year, offering a unique and festive way to celebrate the season. Don't miss out on this enchanting holiday experience!

Capitol Hill is Seattle's vibrant gayborhood, rich in history and culture. This walking tour reveals stories of one of the largest U.S. LGBTQIA+ communities. Stroll through Cal Anderson Park, site of Seattle's first pride marches, and experience the AIDS Memorial Pathway. Learn about Capitol Hill's key role in supporting this community. Stop at Cupcake Royale, a business championing LGBTQIA+ rights for 20+ years, and finish with a unique coffee cocktail. Explore iconic music venues and public art celebrating diversity in this lively neighborhood. -Discover unique spots in Capitol Hill, Seattle's beloved gayborhood. -Learn about Seattle’s LGBTQIA+ history & the AIDS Memorial Pathway. -Enjoy a treat at a queer-owned bakery & drink at an artisanal coffee bar. -Walk past legendary music venues and public art celebrating inclusion.

Experience Highlights Expert-guided exploration of Pike Place Market, led by a knowledgeable host who brings the Market’s food culture, history, and hidden details to life Curated vendor samples selected to illustrate how flavor works in real foods—not random bites A gamified taste exploration that turns sampling into an interactive, hands-on flavor experiment Thoughtfully selected artisan foods, including savory bites, cured meats, cheeses, and rich chocolate truffles A scenic finale at White Heron Cellars, featuring four guided wine tastings with Puget Sound views Learn how different flavors transform wine—and why certain pairings work—through an engaging, approachable experience

Uncover the profound ties between Bruce Lee and Seattle on this engaging heritage tour. Trace the footsteps of the martial arts icon through the historic Chinatown-International District, where Lee opened his first school, and savor the flavors at Tai Tung Restaurant, his favorite spot. Visit the University of Washington, where he studied philosophy and trained. End your journey at The Pine Box, where his funeral took place, and visit Lake View Cemetery, his final resting place, adorned with tributes from fans worldwide. This tour is an enriching experience for martial arts enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in Lee's legacy. - Visit key locations in Seattle that shaped Bruce Lee's life - Explore the Wing Luke Museum and historic Chinatown-International District - Enjoy a meal at Tai Tung Restaurant, Lee's favorite restaurant - Perfect for martial arts fans, history enthusiasts, and culture seekers alike

Make your visit to Seattle unforgettable by visiting the only Bainbridge Island lavender farm. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest with our lavender fields near Seattle and enjoy the native forest walk. We will guide you through the varieties of lavender on our farm and teach you how to snip like a pro. Each ticket includes a hands-on experience: cutting your own lavender bundle and learning to de-bud dried lavender. We encourage you to stay awhile, bring a picnic, snap photos in the field and Walk through the native forest learning as you go with our written guide. Enjoy a refreshing lavender lemonade on the porch while exploring the charming Farm Stand for unique, hand-made lavender products. Whether you are traveling with friends, family, your pup or solo, Bluetree Farm and Forest is a perfect stop to do something interactive, engaging and fun! We can't wait to meet you.

In this fun Bellevue scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points! They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their score on the app's live rankings. All scavenger hunts have a remote host to help along the way. Come explore with us in Bellevue.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Make your day at the Puget Sound waterfront unforgettable with Surrey and Specialty Cycle Rentals from Wheel Fun Rentals at Point Ruston in Tacoma. These playful, easy-to-ride cycles transform a simple stroll into a shared adventure, letting everyone cruise together while enjoying sweeping water views, fresh sea air, and lively waterfront energy. Perfect for families, groups of friends, or a unique date idea, Surrey cycles encourage connection, conversation, and plenty of laughs along the scenic promenade. With options ranging from multi-passenger Surreys to fun specialty bikes, everyone can join in at their own pace—pedal together, explore local shops, stop for a treat, or simply soak in the beauty of the South Puget Sound. It’s an active, memorable outing that blends sightseeing, relaxation, and just the right amount of adventure.

Now On View: Nordic Journeys, our core exhibition, which takes visitors on a journey through 12,000 years of Nordic history The Vikings Begin, a stunning exhibition of original artifacts that tells the story of the Vikings of early Scandinavia Eyesound, a Danish/Icelandic exhibition of photography and poetry, celebrating 100 years of Icelandic sovereignty No bags, large purses, or backpacks are allowed in the galleries. Paid parking is available on the south side of the Museum. Day-of tickets can also be purchased at the Admissions Desk.

Satisfy your sweet tooth during your visit to Seattle on a donut-themed holiday tour. Be sure to arrive with an empty stomach, as this culinary experience includes visits to three of the city’s top bakeries, as well as a cup of hot chocolate at Pike Place Market. Along the way, you’ll learn about the donut-making process and traditions of each location.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Seattle Center. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings made less than 7 days before your play date will be scheduled for local pickup. For bookings made 7+ days in advance, our team will contact you to arrange shipping.

Explore the vibrant city of Seattle on a self-guided scavenger hunt that combines adventure, history, and fun. As you navigate through iconic spots like the Space Needle and the original Starbucks, engage with intriguing puzzles that reveal the city's Native American heritage and its logging boom. The experience spans 90 to 180 minutes, offering flexibility to wander at your own pace while enjoying the scenic Olympic Sculpture Park. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking for a unique way to see Seattle.

Join us on a journey to the famous Bavarian town of Leavenworth, tucked among the Cascade Mountains and blanketed in the winter spirit with thousands of holiday lights, eternal Christmas Stores, snow frosted trees, and more! It's something that you just have to experience for yourself. This full day tour begins in Seattle and travels east through Snoqualmie Pass where you will stop to enjoy warm drinks and a hike or snowshoe walk along a level forested trail. The total walk will be 1-2.5 miles depending on the day. As you continue, notice how the landscape changes from west to east side of the Cascade Mountains. Washington is often thought of as the rainy state, but you'll soon notice the air seems drier! Most of the east side receives between 5-25 in. of precipitation annually (making for a great winter escape!) In Leavenworth, you have time in town on your own. Experience authentic Bavarian foods, shop around the artisan stores, or wander through the festive streets of downtown.

Driving from Seattle to Seabrook offers a serene and scenic journey spanning roughly 2½ to 3 hours along 130–150 miles via I‑5, US‑12, US‑101, and finally SR‑109 — also known as the Hidden Coast Scenic Byway.After departing Seattle, you head southwest through charming rural towns before connecting to US‑101, which leads west onto the coast. Turning onto SR‑109 lets you cruise the “Hidden Coast,” where dramatic Pacific bluffs, wide sandy beaches, and forested dunes unfold, with frequent pull‑outs ideal for beach walks, bird-watching, and exploring spots like the Copalis Ghost Forest.

Explore the stunning waters of Puget Sound with Windworks' Private Skippered Charters, for groups of 4 (minimum) up to 6 people. Or charter multiple boats for larger parties. No sailing experience is necessary; simply relax and enjoy the scenery or learn some basic skills like tacking and jibing and take the helm under the guidance of an experienced captain. Bring your favorite food and beverages. - Choose from a range of sailboats, 32 to 46 feet in length, all newer-models and based at Shilshole Bay Marina, Seattle - Options for 3-hour and 6-hour private cruises available - All safety gear provided, along with basic sailing instruction - USCG Licensed Captain ensures a safe and enjoyable adventure