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
11:00 am tour
New time slot option
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.
2:00 Tour
2:00pm tour
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.
10:30am Tour
10:30 am tour
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.
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.
12:00 Tour
12:00 Tour
3:00 Tour
3:00 Tour
1:00 pm Tour
1:00: New time slot option
11:30am Tour
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.
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
7,371 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun tour for all
Mary P,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Super informative and interesting. Amazing how Seattle was built. Our tour guide was Sarah and she was amazing!! She knew so much about Seattle and kept it fun.
Fun and informative
Keith O,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very int et eating tour covering a unique and little-known chaper of Seattle history. Dave was very knowledgeable and made the tour quite entertaining.
Awesome Tour!
Analisa A,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was a great way to learn about Seattle history from a very unique vantage point. Our tour guide David was amazing.
Great tour, lots of...
Nataliia A,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour, lots of interesting facts! The guide was amazing! We had a 9 years old child with us that liked it as well.
Interesting historical commentary
Alan G,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
4.00Interesting history of Seattle and tour beneath Pioneer Square area. The views were not as good as the guide’s stories.
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