Seattle Downtown Pioneers to Starbucks Self Guided Walking Tour

1 h 15 min – 1 h 40 min Free cancellation Private tour

About this activity

Oldest Starbucks? Gum Wall? Original Skid Roe? Pioneer Square? What's the deal with the purple glass? Discover the story of Seattle, it's history, it's people, it's story. Go at your own pace, anytime. Our tour will take you through the bustling Pike Place Market where fishmongers still throw salmon through the air, wind down the steep streets where Seattle's downtown meets Elliott Bay, pass the exact spot where the Great Fire of 1889 started from an overturned glue pot, and end at the magnificent King Street Station where gold prospectors once arrived with dreams of striking it rich. You will hear stories about how Seattle literally raised itself up by one story after the devastating fire, and discover why one street was called Skid Road long before it became a term for down-and-out neighborhoods.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min – 1 h 40 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Operated by: WalknTours

Ages: Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Go anytime at your own pace the tour never expires.
Included: See the interesting, quirky, fun and historic places in Seattle
Included: Hands free, location aware, the tour plays as you walk using GPS
Included: Self Guided Tour in Seattle on our Walking Tour App

Not included

Not included: No admission the tour is all outside
Not included: No Human Guide, this is all guided by our Walking Tour App technology

Itinerary

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, Seattle

5 min

Hear the history of the gold rush and discover the areas history.
Stop 2

5 min

The tour starts at the oldest standing starbucks, the 2nd shop, and a historic gem. You'll hear it's story then be guided step by step through Seattle.
Pike Place Market

5 min

The historic market, you'll hear its history and see the historic and iconic market.
Rachel the Piggy Bank

5 min

Born in 1986 as a bronze pig, she’s more than just a photo spot, Rachel collects spare change for local charities, raising millions to help Seattle’s most vulnerable. Discover why she's here and the story of the piggy bank.
The Gum Wall

5 min

Why do people stick gum on the wall? Find out on the tour.
Harbor Steps Staircase Plaza

5 min

Walk the steps, see some art, discover the history of the Harbor Steps Staircase Plaza and explore Seattle.
Stop 7

5 min

What's the deal with the statue on the corner? You'll find out on this tour.
Columbia Center

Passing by

See the building from the outside and discover it's history.
Stop 9

5 min

Wander through the park and hear its story.
Stop 10

5 min

Merchant’s became famous for hearty meals, stiff drinks, and legendary ghost stories—patrons report strange footsteps and flickering lights, supposedly the work of past residents. Oooh, spooky.
Pioneer Square

5 min

This is the oldest neighborhood in Seattle, famed for its Romanesque architecture, art galleries, and bustling street life.
Stop 12

5 min

See post alley, walk under the arch and hear it's story.
Stop 13

5 min

What's the deal with the mural? Who is Billie King? Find out on the tour.
Occidental Park

5 min

See the Famous park, hear the story of the firefighters and explore.
Waterfall Garden Park

5 min

A Waterfall Garden in the middle of the city? Yes! And it's free. Not to be missed.
King Street Station

5 min

The tour ends at the King Street Station, where you'll hear it's history and tips on what do to in the area.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour starts at the oldest standing starbucks, the 2nd shop, and a historic gem. You'll hear it's story then be guided step by step through Seattle.

End point

The tour ends at the King Street Station, where you'll hear it's history and tips on what do to in the area.

Using your ticket

Thank you for booking The Seattle Downtown Pioneers to Starbucks Self Guided Walking Tour

Quick overview:

1. Get the WalknTours app

2. Register

3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code bill0612 to unlock it

Full ticket:

HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR

*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code bill0612

*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code bill0612

Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.

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Step 2: Register an Account or Login

Step 3: Open the Tour

Select Seattle (Or select the tour in the Near Me section)

Select The Seattle Downtown Pioneers to Starbucks Self Guided Walking Tour and click it.

Click "Enter Experience Code"

Enter the Experience Code bill0612

Click apply

The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.

To take the tour go outside the Starbucks at 1912 Pike Place, Seattle and press play

If you have questions call/text US +1 617-991-3269 or email [email protected]