Seattle Coffee Tour: Capitol Hill Cafes, Tastings & Local Stories
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Get a true taste of Seattle's coffee scene with a local guide, as you explore the vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood where coffee culture and counterculture intersect. Step into various coffee shops to taste a wide array of different brews, from traditional favorites to unique creations. Learn about the coffee production process, gain insight into the local culture and discover the stories behind each cup of coffee.
Highlights
- Get your caffeine fix with three styles of coffee, from single-origin espressos to infused brews.
- Get an overview of how your favorite beverage goes from bean to cup.
- Explore the lively Capitol Hill neighbourhood and learn about its progressive history and longstanding counterculture.
- Join a local guide and get some recommendations for the best bakeries, restaurants, and nightlife activities of Capitol Hill.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How much walking is involved in this tour? This tour covers approximately 2.4 km (1.5 miles) of walking through Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.
What should I wear or bring? Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves a moderate amount of walking.
Can I bring a child under 6 years old? Children under the age of 6 are welcome to join free of charge. Please let us know at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under 6.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Jimi Hendrix Statue
The tour commences at the Jimi Hendrix statue, paying tribute to the Seattle-born musician and his immense impact on rock music and culture.
Capitol Hill
Experience the energy of the Capitol Hill neighborhood on your tour, where you will gain a firsthand look at Seattle's counterculture scene. Your knowledgeable local guide will provide plenty of suggestions for where to dine, drink, and enjoy entertainment after the tour. Along the way, you will also have the opportunity to sample some of the neighborhood's best coffee shops
What‘s Included
Explore Seattle’s vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood on foot
Discover Seattle’s role in global coffee culture and innovation
Meet your local guide at the Jimi Hendrix statue in Capitol Hill
Sample a variety of coffee styles, including espresso, infused brews, and unique local creations
Receive personalized recommendations for local food, music, and nightlife spots
Visit 3–4 locally owned cafes and specialty coffee shops
Learn about coffee history, production, and roasting techniques
Food and additional drink
Tips and gratuities for the guide
Options
Small Group Coffee Tour
Private Coffee Tour
Reviews
484 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lots of fun and very interesting tour for coffee lovers or even likers
Lisa P,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sam was our tour leader today. He was terrific. His knowledge, sense of humor, and ability to keep all 6 of us on the tour engaged the whole time was excellent. We got to have 3 very different types of coffee drinks and a lot of education about coffee and the city of Seattle. I've lived in the area a long time and I learned several fun history facts. I'd highly recommend this tour! Also note: I'm mildly disabled and use a walker for longer walking things like this. I was able to do the tour without problem, though the fact that I can walk up or down a few stairs while my husband carried my walker helped. I think there are routes without stairs, but I'm not sure. There was a bit of hill walking, too, but it was very doable for me. I hope this helps others gauging the effort for this tour.
Sam is incredible guide for coffee tour
ronhF934VD,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam did an incredible job throughout our tour. Guide was very helpful, great storytelling, and was highly informative and interactive with his guests. I was thrilled to learn so much about coffee, what makes a good cup of coffee and different ways of brewing. Most interesting thing was all the various ways the environment impact the coffee mean. Which country beans come from greatly influence the taste of the coffee. Yemen is now my favorite region for coffee beans. Highly recommend Sam as your tour guide.
Cool coffee tour!
ByronMarshall,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lee was knowledgeable, friendly, adaptable, and fun. We learned and had a fun day. Enjoyed several cups of different types along the way and, as always, enjoyed seeing some new sights in Seattle.
A well rounded experience- a little history, a little education and a taste of coffee
V3405HMrebeccah,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lee provided a great tour. He was knowledgeable, fun and friendly. We couldn’t recommend it more. What a great way to start our time in Seattle!
Cool Vibe
H6974IRsama,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great coffee tour and good way to explore Cap Hill. Lee was a great tour guide and had in depth knowledge of not only coffee, but Seattle history and culture. He was able to answer the most obscure Fraiser reference as well as provide insight to the history, cultivation, and economic factors behind coffee. The tour started with a cupping where we tested our taste palettes and learned how coffees are judged by experts. Then we went to another coffee shop, and tried eclectic coffees enhanced with mushrooms. And our last stop was a place that made specialty coffee's with attention to detail and taste reminiscent of a cocktail bar. All in all we went to four different coffee shops, walked a total of maybe a mile, and had several cups of free coffee and got several recommendations for other coffee shops and fun things to do in Seattle. Lee went above and beyond to make this a great experience. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone visiting Seattle!
Great tour
Mya728,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I took Lee's coffee tour during our visit to Seattle last summer, and even a few months later, it remains a memorable favorite of our trip. Lee was so knowledgeable about the coffee, the city, and the neighborhood, and the tastings were all so unique and delicious. This is good coffee and good history without any of the snobbery that sometimes comes with coffee fanaticism. Highly recommend.
Great outing
C9519LGdb,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great way to discover a great part of Seattle and an interesting part of coffee culture/ history. I highly recommend!
Fun for locals or visitors to Seattle
Karen B,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We went on the coffee tour as a fun date experience. Even though we live in the Seattle area, we both had a great time experiencing the area as a tourist, trying different drinks, and learning all about coffee from plant to cup. Lee was friendly and knowledgeable. Our group was small which made it easy to hear the information and to chat with one another. We went to 3 locations for drinks, had black coffee, mushroom coffee, and a specialty drink and they were all delicious! Appreciated the tips for other places in the area to try for both coffee and food as well. Highly recommend the tour and will suggest it to family and friends who come to visit.
Fun and yummy experience!
Alexia F,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lee was a great guide! We had an extremely enjoyable time learning about coffee and its history in Seattle. And we were introduced to a bunch of great spots I’d love to go back to. The samples were varied and delicious. It was really nice to attend with a small group in the tourism off season. Highly recommend!
Do it!
Bleachigo,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 out of 5 experience. Greta tour guide with great knowledge of coffee, history and the area. This was a charming and informative walk through the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood.
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