Overview
This chef-guided market tour takes a journey through Pacific Northwest culture by tasting Seattle’s best artisan vendors in the famous Pike Place Market. Enjoy diverse tastings at 9 different locations— and food options like chocolate covered cherries, chowder, and much more.
All groups are kept to 11 guests to ensure easier navigation of the market, more tastings, and a better platform to ask questions and interact with the group. Leave with a 10% discount card to shop and explore after the tour.
*Note that tours stops may adjust depending on time of year and guide.
This is a walking tour that does require a moderate amount of physical fitness due to distance, small hills, stairs and cobblestone terrain.
This is a market tour that includes walking/standing and not a restaurant tour with a variety of food alternatives and sitting opportunities.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
9 vendor food stops, sampling the best products of Pike Place Market
Discount card
Chef guide
Parking is not included in the ticket price. There are several garages near the market and street parking is available (free on Sunday)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet your chef outside of Simply Seattle located at 1600 First Ave (the corner of 1st Ave and Pine St). Please arrive 5 minutes early. We can't catch you up after the tour has left.
Summer is busy and there are several events daily making traffic & parking challenging. Please plan accordingly!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Meet your chef outside of Simply Seattle located at 1600 First Ave .We meet outside on the street by the entrance to the store. They will be wearing a chef coat. Please arrive 5 minutes early. We can't catch you up after the tour has left.
In the event of a non-appearance for any reason (including booking the wrong date), we regret to inform you that rescheduling or refunding will not be feasible.
What to expect
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Simply Seattle
2 min
We meet outside of Simply Seattle located at 1600 First Ave. That's First Ave and Pine Street. The tour leaves right on time and we won't be able to catch you up if you're late.
If you're driving, leave lots of extra time to park. -
maíz
15 min
Start off with a taco feature heirloom corn tortillas
* please note that this is not on all tours -
Pike Place Chowder
10 min
Skip the line to taste a cup of this award winning chowder!
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MarketSpice (PPM Retail Store)
5 min
Swing by Market Spice, which is the oldest spice store in Seattle and one of the oldest businesses in Pike Place Market today.
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Frank's Quality Produce
5 min
Discover where our chefs are getting their produce
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Beecher's Handmade Cheese
10 min
See the cheese being made on site. This stop includes three samples one of which is the famous creamy Mac N Cheese
* please note that this is not on all tours -
Chukar Cherries
10 min
These delicious chocolate covered cherries are a special Northwest treat
* please note that this is not on all tours -
Indi Chocolate
10 min
Discover a bean-to-bar chocolate factory and taste a warm nib covered cookie
*not on all tours -
Truffle Queen
15 min
Nibble on truffle bites and learn about our local truffle industry
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- In the event of a non-appearance for any reason, we regret to inform you that rescheduling or refunding will not be feasible.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours
Can I cancel Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market- 2 Hours for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet your chef outside of Simply Seattle located at 1600 First Ave (the corner of 1st Ave and Pine St). Please arrive 5 minutes early.
What's included?
- 9 vendor food stops, sampling the best products of Pike Place Market
- Discount card
- Chef guide
What's not included?
- Parking is not included in the ticket price. There are several garages near the market and street parking is available…
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Simply Seattle, maíz, Pike Place Chowder, MarketSpice (PPM Retail Store), Frank's Quality Produce, Beecher's Handmade Cheese, Chukar Cherries, Indi Chocolate.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Eat Seattle
