Seattle Food Tours
While the Michelin star isn’t applied to cities in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle’s foodie culture has established a reputation as a foodie destination. In 2019, it was named among the Top 10 foodie cities in the United States and its chefs have brought home more than 20 James Beard awards. This is thanks largely to the region embracing the principles of farm-to-table, sea-to-table, and nose-to-tail cooking.
Surfing in Tofino
Stretching 1.7 miles, it receives year-round swells that range from mild to challenging. It is here, that many of Tofino’s surf schools hold classes — like Surf Sister, a woman-owned and operated surf shop and school. Fun Fact: You’ll want to wear a wetsuit year-round while surfing in Tofino. The water temperature stays relatively consistent, ranging from a brisk 48°F degrees in winter and a ‘toasty’ 59°F degrees in summer.
Lake Washington Scenic Flight Tour
In honor of our 75th anniversary, we introduced a new scenic tour departing from Kenmore Air Harbor on Lake Washington — the site where it all began! This scenic Seattle seaplane tour takes passengers past the University of Washington, Shilshole Bay, and Discovery Point. Plus, it gives visitors a behind-the-scenes peek at the maintenance operation. Kenmore Air Harbor remains is the main hub of our maintenance operations. Here, planes can often be seen undergoing annual and 100 hour inspections.
Seattle Underground Tours
Did you know, Seattle’s original neighborhood has long been evacuated? It rests one story beneath the surface of Pioneer Square. Some of the lower neighborhood’s windows, a series of overhead skylights, can still be seen in the cracking sidewalks. The opaque glass inlays provided a source of light to the inhabitants below. Guided tours of the underground are provided by two different companies, Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour and Beneath the Streets.
Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier Scenic Flight Tour
Have you ever flown face-to-face with a living giant? Departing from Boeing Field, each passenger gets a window seat aboard our 9-passenger Caravan wheel-plane. Keep your camera ready. This is the perfect vantage to see Mount St. Helen’s 2-mile wide crater (she’s often steaming!) and Mount Rainier’s glaciers (there’s 25 total - the most extensive collection of permanent ice on a single US mountain south of Alaska).
Places Near Seattle that Look Like they are from a Fairytale
Seattle, also known as the Emerald City, is a wonderful town with a vibrant history and a thriving economy. It’s surrounded by clear running waters, mighty mountains and lush green forests. If you are living in Seattle or just visiting, you should know that the Seattle area is home to many beautiful places that looks like a fairy’s …
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Anchored in a remote section of Clayoquot Sound, the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, bobs a floating wood-fired sauna. It’s outfitted with dock hammocks and equipped with paddleboards. A rope swing dangles overhead and an outdoor firepit is rimmed by Adirondack chairs.
Seattle Scenic Seaplane Tours
Taking off of Lake Union, these 20-minute tours offer a birds-eye view of the entire city. The narrated tour soars over the beautiful University of Washington Campus, T-Mobile Park (home of the Seattle Mariners), and Lumen Field (home of the Seattle Seahawks). Passengers are treated to a panoramic view of Elliot Bay, where icons like the Space Needle, 53-meter Great Wheel, and Washington State Ferries can be seen during their daily operation.
Seattle Boat Tours
With 200 miles of shoreline, boating is as quintessential to Seattle’s culture as rain and coffee. From elegant crew boats and majestic sailboats to casual paddle boarders and intriguing houseboat communities, the city’s eclectic array of water vessels is as diverse as its inhabitants. Photo by @seattlefoodgrams
Seattle Whale Watching Tours
The famed resident orcas, and the equally stunning transient orcas, tend to stick to the waters around the San Juan Islands. So too do the grey whales, humpback whales, minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Seeing these majestic creatures and a host of other wildlife, like bald eagles, typically requires a trip to the outer reaches of Washington's coast and beyond.
Top Seattle Tours: Seattle Underground Tour, Scenic Flights & More!
Bordered by the ocean and ringed in mountains, the Emerald City’s natural beauty is unlike any other metropolis. Its neighborhoods are nestled against lakes, and the original downtown core is built on what once was marshland. Fueled by coffee, it is a mecca for foodies, tech experts, and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re visiting for the long weekend, popping in for the day or looking to make a memory playing tourist in your hometown, there are a plethora of fun things to do in Seattle.
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