Overview
Come "Meet the Market" on a Tasty Tour and get ready for plenty of amazing food, history and culture with Chef John - the only Market Family tour guide. Tasty Tours invites you on the ultimate Pike Place Market tour experience, with over 30 years of working in the Market and ten years as the number one Market guide, you will see the Market like a true local.
The 117 year old Pike Place Market is Seattle's premier food and artisan crafts marketplace and can be overwhelming to newcomers. As a well-known market insider Chef John will show you how to navigate the mazes and passageways and find hidden gems. You will feast on a variety of food as you meet many award-winning food vendors and restaurants.
The food samples are generous and you will get discounts for shopping and suggestions on where to eat after the tour. You will meet the craftspeople, merchants and community that make Pike Place a world-renowned destination. Tasty Tours looks forward to hosting you soon ! Come join the fun!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
10 Vendor food stops and samplings from some of the best Market merchants
Discounts on all vendor partner shops visited
A Market family insider-led tour
Parking is not included. There are many options to choose from, prices range from $5 and up.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Your host will meet you in front of The Crumpet Shop. Remember Seattle is now for its overcast and rain, the tours will run regardless. Also, The Pike Place Market is over 100-years old and still has cobblestone streets and alley ways. So, get those walking shoes and dress appropriately!
End point
The Athenian Seafood Restaurant and Bar, is a Market icon. It served as one of the locations in the film Sleepless in Seattle, where Tom Hanks and Rob Reiner had lunch. It is also one of the best views you can get of Elliott Bay.
What to expect
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The Crumpet Shop
5 min
This is the official starting point for Chef John's Tasty Tours.
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Honest Biscuits
5 min
Sample the best, local, fluffy hand-made biscuits.
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DeLaurenti
5 min
We visit the Markets Italian grocery. DeLaurenti started in 1946 and we enjoy the best pizza in Seattle there.
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Corner Market
5 min
We visit the Oriental Mart, or O Mart as it's known to Market Family. Samples at a James Beard-Award winning lunch counter, serves some of the best Filipino food on earth.
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Pike Place Market
10 min
Market Grill stop for where we enjoy their world-famous blackened sockeye salmon.
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Los Agaves At Pike
10 min
Some of the best street tacos in Seattle can be found here in the Market, you will sample the very best of Los Agaves.
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Chukar Cherries
5 min
Cherries to be had at Chukar Cherries!
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Pike Place Market
15 min
You'll continue to hear about the Market history and other stories as you make your way to the always interesting shops and merchants in The DownUnder!
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City Fish Co
10 min
City Fish started in 1917 and has amazing smoked salmon and more! Meet the owners and come back for discounts.
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Pike Place Market
10 min
A stop at one of the oldest butcher shops in Seattle, Don & Joe's Meats.
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Beecher's Handmade Cheese
5 min
Cheese is always a good snack, enjoy the best Beecher's Cheese from the source!
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MarketSpice
5 min
Teas from everywhere can be found at MarketSpice.
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Market Magic & Novelty Shop
5 min
Visit the longest-running magic shop in the Pacific Northwest and third oldest in the USA! Market Magic Shop.
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Pike Place Market
5 min
Get your groove on, or find an old favorite 45rpm hit-single at Holy Cow Records.
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The Athenian Seafood Restaurant And Bar
15 min
Sleepless in Seattle!
See where Tom Hanks and Rob Reiner sat! The Athenian opened in 1909 and is where many market vendors and merchants end their workday with a cool beverage and the best views of Elliott Bay!
And you'll cozy up to the counter and sit in the exact spot where Tom Hanks and Rob Reiner sat in Sleepless in Seattle! -
Golden Age Collectables
15 min
World's oldest comic book shop located in the hidden levels of the Fairley Building.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Meet the Market-Food and Fun tour in Pike Place Market-2 hours
Can I cancel Meet the Market-Food and Fun tour in 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?
Your host will meet you in front of The Crumpet Shop. Remember Seattle is now for its overcast and rain, the tours will run regardless.
What's included?
- 10 Vendor food stops and samplings from some of the best Market merchants
- Discounts on all vendor partner shops visited
- A Market family insider-led tour
What's not included?
- Parking is not included. There are many options to choose from, prices range from $5 and up.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits The Crumpet Shop, Honest Biscuits, DeLaurenti, Corner Market, Pike Place Market, Los Agaves At Pike, Chukar Cherries, City Fish Co.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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