When you dock at the Seattle cruise port, youll be picked up by your friendly, knowledgeable guide for a private Seattle sightseeing tour. Learn about the the citys history, culture, landscape and architecture as you ride through the city by van, making stops at must-see attractions to walk around and soak up the atmosphere. After driving through Chinatown-International District, stop in the historic neighborhood of Pioneer Square, which was once the heart of the city when Seattles founders settled here in 1852. Wander past charming boutiques, quirky shops and lovely cafes as your guide explains the significance of the Renaissance Revival architecture. Continue to Belltown, the city’s most populated neighborhood, where youll spend time exploring world-famous Pike Place Market, Seattles original farmers market. Soak up the buzzing atmosphere as you peruse the many vendors offering everything from locally sourced produce and artisanal foods to unique souvenirs, used books and cultural relics. Dont miss the famous flying fish! Across the street, you can grab a coffee at the original Starbucks and pop into some local art galleries. Hop back in the car and drive north to the iconic Space Needle, where youll have time to hop out, purchase an admission ticket, and whiz up to the top-floor observatory to enjoy jaw-dropping panoramic views of the Seattle skyline, Puget Sound, Mt Rainier, the Cascade Mountains and the Olympic Mountains. After taking in this unforgettable vista, your guide will take you to the hilltop neighborhood of Queen Anne Hill, where you can enjoy more city views from the lookout point. Continue to the west end of Salmon Bay to visit the Ballard Locks (known formally as the Hiram M Chittenden Locks), which links Puget Sound with Lake Union and Lake Washington. Your guide will explain the engineering feats behind this complex of locks and point out the famous fish ladder, where salmon pass between fresh water and salt water. Other sights include Safeco Stadium, CenturyLink Field, Olympic Sculptur
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