Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
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 12 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.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please message us before the tour date if you have any dietary considerations.
This tour is not stroller accessible due to stairs and uneven terrain
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Meeting Location: is 1600 First Ave outside of Simply Seattle. We meet on the street. Chef will be wearing a chef coat
Gratuities (optional) are not included in the price
Please arrive 10 minutes early. Once the tour leaves the starting point we cannot catch you up as it is a moving tour and guides choose their own routes.
Eat Seattle is permitted and licensed by the Pike Place Market PDA to operate tours in the Pike Place Historical District. The PDA requires any business or person conducting tours within it’s properties and in the public areas of the historical district to be pre-approved and to have a license for this activity.
There is a paid parking garage located at 1531 Western Ave. If you require parking, leave lots of extra time. The lot could be closed due to over capacity in the Summer. We don't recommend driving for this reason..
In the event of a non-appearance for any reason, we regret to inform you that rescheduling or refunding will not be feasible.
What To Expect
Pike Place Market
Visit this historical market by tasting small bites through of a variety of different vendors.
Simply Seattle
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.
Options
Chef Guided Tour- 2 Hours
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 not included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4,234 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Delightful!
Camper26936159734,Jul 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Will gave us a fabulous tour of some of the best eateries on Pike Street. Totally enjoyed our very first foodie tour ever!
Amazing tour and experience
Jody S,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chef Noah was an amazing tour guide! He had amazing energy and knowledge about the area and the variety of food. We took his advice and even enjoyed some of his recommendations from the market.
Nels was the best!
DarrenB TX,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Men’s was a great guide. Loved every food stop. Highly recommend.
Great Tour
michaelbQ6421DH,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with a knowledgeable chef who was able to make multiple stops at a variety of places getting samples quick and easily. Overall was a wonderful way to get an introduction to the market.
Great way to get a taste of Pikes
587heleny,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noah was amazing. He had lots of little facts about the city that he shared between stops and lots of fun stories
This tour is a must! Fun and delicious!
Justin S,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was fantastic. Fun, informative, funny, and delicious. My wife and I had a great time touring the market and eating along the way. Chef Rob Bob was amazing. Even if you’ve been to the market before, this is a completely new view of it.
Good times!
Shomar E,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chief Rob Bob is the Goat 🐐 My son Micah says so! Micah also says we’re going re-book this tour every time we are back in town!
Great tour!
Loretta S,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to explore the market, hear some history and skip the lines! Nels Eric was a great guide, lots of great info and advice. We loved everything we tried and even used his recommendations for exploring on our own. Great experience!
Book this tour immediately!
732janaf,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This might have been the greatest part of our trip! Silas was knowledgeable and efficient. He spoke loud enough that everyone in the group could hear. The group size was 12…. Perfect. Do not hesitate to book this!
Fun and delicious!
kidsdent,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and delicious! We loved the food and Silas our tour guide was top notch! Thank you for a fantastic time! What a great combination of good food and interesting information about the area.
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