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Chef Food Tour of Seattle Space Needle and Seattle Center

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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The Space Needle Food Tour is the only chef-guided experience that blends Seattle’s culture, history, and flavor in the heart of the city’s most iconic neighborhood. You’ll visit 5 food stops and enjoy 2 beverages, with carefully selected bites that highlight the best of the Pacific Northwest. Along the way, you’ll support small, local food businesses and learn from a chef who brings the area’s food and stories to life. * Please this tour DOES NOT go up in the Space Needle. It is is a food tour in the surrounding area

What's Included

  • Lunch 5 food stops - only food tour experience at the Space Needle
  • Alcoholic beverages local cider and a beer sample is included
  • 10% Partner Discount Card
  • Gratuities are always appreciated
  • Parking not included- leave extra time to find a garage and walk to starting point
  • This DOES NOT include a visit of the Space Needle- This is a food tour in the surrounding area
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

400 Broad Street
Seattle, WA 98109, USA

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End point

219 1st Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109, USA

We end on 1st Avenue at Uptown Hophouse, across from Climate Pledge Arena.

What To Expect

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Space Needle

We start the tour at the base of the space needle to set the scene for this culturally rich neighborhood. Please note that we don't go into the space needle on this tour.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museum of Pop Culture

We start the tour between MoPop and the Space Needle. We do not go into either one but will talk about them
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Seattle Center Armory

The Seattle Armory is a historic building in Seattle Center that now serves as a lively food hall with local eateries, community events, and indoor seating.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Premier Meat Pies

Enjoy a rich, locally-sourced beef stew pie with a flaky puff pastry top and buttery pie dough base — comforting, hearty, and full of Northwest flavor.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

International Fountain

The International Fountain is a large, bowl-shaped water feature in Seattle Center that shoots choreographed jets of water set to music, offering a playful and iconic gathering spot near the Space Needle.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dog in the Park

At our first stop, you’ll try a classic Seattle Dog from a local favorite located right at the base of the Space Needle. This iconic hot dog is piled high with cream cheese, grilled onions, and your choice of toppings
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar

you’ll taste a world-class Pacific oyster, freshly shucked and served on the half shell — a pure taste of the Northwest’s coastal waters. If oysters aren’t your thing, no worries — we’re happy to provide an alternative at this stop with advance notice.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Uptown Hophouse

relax after all that walking with a local beer or local apple cider and enjoy a warm, soft pretzel — the perfect pairing in a laid-back pub setting that celebrates Pacific Northwest brews
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sugar Bakery & Coffeehouse

We end the tour with a sweet treat that comes with a unique Pacific Northwest story, giving you one last taste of local flavor and a fun bit of regional history to go with it.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Climate Pledge Arena

Climate Pledge Arena is Seattle’s state-of-the-art, carbon-neutral venue for concerts, Kraken hockey games, and major events, all housed beneath its iconic historic roof. We will not be going inside for this experience
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please message us before the tour date if you have any dietary considerations.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chef Food Tour of Seattle Space Needle and Seattle Center?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch5 food stops - only food tour experience at the Space Needle
  • Alcoholic beverageslocal cider and a beer sample is included
  • 10% Partner Discount Card
  • Chef Guide
  • Gratuities are always appreciated
  • Parking not included- leave extra time to find a garage and walk to starting point
  • This DOES NOT include a visit of the Space Needle- This is a food tour in the surrounding area

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • the tour is unable to accommodate a gluten free or vegan diet at this time
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please message us before the tour date if you have any dietary considerations.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please arrive 10 minutes early to the meeting point to check in
  • In the event of a non-appearance for any reason, we regret to inform you that rescheduling or refunding will not be feasible.
  • Meeting location is Dog in the Park, 400 Broad St (The location under the Space Needle)
  • This experience DOES NOT include a visit to the Space Needle- we provide a food tour in the Seattle Center neighborhood
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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