Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Go underground on a 1-hour walking history tour through Seattle's original neighborhood. Our experienced guides lead small groups through, and beneath, Pioneer Square to the street level that existed in the 1890s. Explore underground pathways that were built more than 120 years ago, learning details on early Seattle history, why these spaces were built, and how they have been used (and misused) over the years. Marvel at how this once Indian encampment has since transformed into one of the 20 largest cities in the United States.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately
Tours need 2 or more people on the tour for the tour to run. Full refunds given in the event only one person signed up for the tour.
There are 3 flights of stairs, up and down each flight, throughout the one hour tour. We travel 4 blocks ( apporx. half a mile, .8k) at a leisurley pace during the one hour tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Beneath the Streets
Beneath the Streets focuses on factual, historical information that details the birth of our city, 1890’s architecture, and several other stories including the Klondike Gold Rush, Skid Row, and the Coast Salish Peoples that first inhabited the area. Our tour guides participate in workshops on cultural traditions and history with special guest historians and Native Tribal members as continual professional development.
Pioneer Square
We cover four city blocks of historic Pioneer Square and explore three underground passageways originally constructed in the 1890's. You'll see and hear the history of the neighborhood from both the original and current street levels.
Options
1:30pm Tour
Guided 60 minute, small-group walking history tour through and below historic Pioneer Square. Visit underground areaways not offered by other tour companies and only recently reopened for access.
3:30pm Tour
Guided 60 minute, small-group walking history tour through and below historic Pioneer Square. Visit underground areaways not offered by other tour companies and only recently reopened for access.
3:00 Tour
3:00 Tour
10:30am Tour
10:30 am tour
11:30am Tour
2:00 Tour
2:00pm tour
4:00pm Tour
Guided 60 minute, small-group walking history tour through and below historic Pioneer Square. Visit underground areaways not offered by other tour companies and only recently reopened for access.
1:00 pm Tour
1:00: New time slot option
4:30pm Tour
Guided 60 minute, small-group walking history tour through and below historic Pioneer Square. Visit underground areaways not offered by other tour companies and only recently reopened for access.
12:30pm Tour
Guided 60 minute, small-group walking history tour through and below historic Pioneer Square. Visit underground areaways not offered by other tour companies and only recently reopened for access.
11:00 am tour
New time slot option
12:00 Tour
12:00 Tour
2:30pm Tour
Guided 60 minute, small-group walking history tour through and below historic Pioneer Square. Visit underground areaways not offered by other tour companies and only recently reopened for access.
Reviews
7,741 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our Seattle Underground experience
Lucye C,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was very interesting. We learned a lot of information about the history of Seattle. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging with our group. We thoroughly enjoyed it.
Down under
Margaret E,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very interesting,lots os stairs and a little smelly at times Very good tour guide Monday was a good day to go
Who knew?
Colleen A,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great guide who brought it all to life. Very interesting and fun. There are quite a few stairs but manageable. Great history
Great Value
Carrie P,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00This experience was a fun and quirky adventure in the downtown of Seattle. We heard and saw things that you wouldn't hear or see on any other tour. Our tour guide was Daniel and he offered extensive knowledge, corny dad jokes and fun facts.
Down under in Seattle
john g,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Interesting history of Seattle...the group had fun the guide was informative....well worth it. To see how things grew today
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