Experience the food and culture at one of Seattle’s most famous landmarks, Pike Place Market, on this 2-hour, chef-guided food tour. See where chefs shop and locals hang out and enjoy diverse tastings at several different stops — places such as Beecher's ‘World's Best’ Mac and Cheese, Pike Place Chowder, local artisan chocolate shops and more. Feel like a market insider on this behind-the-scenes adventure to savor the flavors, as well as the sights and sounds, of this historic attraction.

• Enjoy a chef-guided food tour of famous Pike Place Market

• Stop at a wide variety of food spots

• Fun for the entire family

• Small group ensures personal attention

What To Expect

Experience the flavors and stories of Seattle’s most iconic destination with a local chef as your guide. This immersive, small-group walking tour takes you behind the scenes of Pike Place Market, skipping lines and connecting you with top artisan vendors. Enjoy generous samples, insider tips, and culinary history as you eat your way through the market.

1. Pike Place Market

Kick off the tour with a guided tasting journey through this historic market. Meet vendors, learn about their craft, and sample from the best.
🕒 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

2. Simply Seattle

Meet your guide outside Simply Seattle (1600 First Ave at Pine Street). Arrive early—this tour starts promptly!
🕒 2 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

3. Pike Place Chowder

Skip the line and enjoy a cup of this famous, award-winning chowder.
🕒 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

4. MarketSpice

Visit the oldest spice shop in Seattle and sample fragrant, unique blends.
🕒 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

5. Frank’s Quality Produce

Get a chef’s perspective on where local produce is sourced.
🕒 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

6. maíz (Not on all tours)

Sample a taco made with heirloom corn tortillas—simple and spectacular.
🕒 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

7. Chukar Cherries (Not on all tours)

Taste chocolate-covered cherries—a sweet Pacific Northwest favorite.
🕒 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

8. Seattle Waterfront

Take in the views from the newly developed MarketFront area.
🕒 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

9. Truffle Queen (Not on all tours)

Savor truffle-infused bites and learn about the local truffle scene.
🕒 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

10. Beecher’s Handmade Cheese (Not on all tours)

Watch cheese being made on-site and try samples, including their famous mac & cheese.
🕒 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

11. indi chocolate (Not on all tours)

Visit a bean-to-bar chocolate maker and enjoy a warm, nib-covered cookie.
🕒 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included