FRS Clipper’s Favorite Seattle Activities

Experience a side of the city you never knew existed with a trek through the catacomb-like passageways of Seattle’s historic underground! Gain insight on the birth of the city, 1890’s architecture and more as you explore the storefronts, sidewalks and basements that were once the hub of the city, but became buried underground when Seattle rebuilt on top of the original city after the great Seattle Fire. Not only will you leave with a greater appreciation of the Emerald City, but you’ll also leave armed with a few stories of Seattle’s fascinating and colorful past.

Duration:  1 Hour

Location:  102 Cherry Street, bottom of stairway

Why We Love It

• The chance to explore three city blocks of Pioneer Square’s historic underground!
• Fascinating tales about the birth of the Emerald City as well as the history of the Klondike Gold Rush, Skid Row and the Coast Salish Peoples that first inhabited the area.
• Knowledgeable, expertly-trained local guides offer a wealth of information on Seattle’s culture and history.

What’s Included

• Guided, historical walking tour through and beneath the streets of Pioneer Square.
• 12:30pm and 2:30 pm for 1 hour tours.
• All applicable taxes.

Experience two beloved Seattle attractions and soak in jaw-dropping views of the city during a glorious summer. Wander through the eight incredible galleries at the Chihuly Garden and Glass and explore the outdoor garden full of colorful glass sculptures by hometown artist, Dale Chihuly. Then enjoy a breathtaking ride up to the observation deck of the iconic Seattle Space Needle for unparalleled summer views of the entire city.

Why we love it

• The chance to check out centerpiece of the Chihuly Gardens and Glass, the 40-foot tall Glasshouse, which is home to an expansive 100-foot long sculpture.
• Skip the box office lines by purchasing with Clipper and enjoy guaranteed space in the elevator to the observation deck of the Space Needle.
• An iconic feature along Seattle’s skyline, the Space Needle offers fabulous panoramic vistas of downtown Seattle, Puget Sound and beyond!

What’s included

• Admission to Chihuly Garden & Glass
• Admission to the Space Needle observation deck- with guaranteed entrance
• Free digital download from SpaceShots Photography
• All applicable taxes

Explore the sights of Seattle at your own pace with stops at 20 of the city’s most iconic spots on this hop-on-hop-off tour. Leave all the hard work to your expert driver as they take you to the world-renowned Space Needle, the beautiful waterfront, Seattle’s oldest neighborhood – Pioneer Square, the lively Pike Place Market and more. All you have to do is sit back, relax and soak in fabulous views!

Duration:  24/48 hour passes

Location:  Based on stop location

Why we love it

• Experience the Emerald City’s attractions from the Puget Sound waterfront to the Space Needle and virtually everything in between!
• Hop on or off right at FRS Clipper’s Seattle terminal and explore the waterfront!
• Dive deep into the history and culture of Seattle with a handy audio guide!

What’s included

• Runs 10am – 4pm, every 30 minutes
• 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass
• Self-guided walking tour of Seattle
• All applicable taxes

Stops Available in Order:

• Space Needle & Seattle Center
• FRS Clipper / Waterfront Pier 69
• Edgewater Hotel & Cruise Pier 66
• Cruise Terminal Pier 66 & Anthony’s
• Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises
• Pioneer & Occidental Park
• Historic Chinatown Gate
• Panama Hotel & Tea House
• Seattle Sky View Observatory
• Seattle Central Library
• Seattle Convention Center
• Starbucks Reserve – Capitol Hill
• Capitol Hill & Jimi Hendrix Statue
• Paramount Theatre
• Westlake Center & Shopping
• Pike Place Market
• Pike Brewing Company
• Seattle Art Museum
• Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises
• Original Starbucks at Pike Place Market
• Space Needle & Seattle Center

Breathtaking vistas of glacier-carved Mt. Rainier, waterfalls and alpine meadows await! You’ll travel to Mt. Rainier through Pacific Northwest scenery with guided narration. Experience old-growth forests, wildflower-filled meadows and waterfalls as well as visit the interpretive center at Paradise or Sunrise to learn more about the mountain. And don’t forget to bring a camera along, this tour is full of stunning landscape views!

Why we love it

• Talk about photo ops! Mount Rainier is stunning all year-round, with wildflowers in the summer months and a winter wonderland of snow-capped evergreens in the winter.
• Options on the tour for all abilities, from hiking to short walks to no walking at all.
• Comfortable, spacious mini-coaches provide a pleasant trip to and from the mountain, as well as scenic views out of large windows.

What’s included

• Stop at the Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center, Park Admission
• Visit Sunrise or Paradise Interpretive Centers
• Fresh, family-style lunch with local wines
• Complimentary hotel pickup/drop-off
• Round-trip transportation to Mt. Rainier, all applicable taxes

Five miles from the crater at Johnston Ridge Observatory, you arrive in the blast-zone. This is the Mt. St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, offering stunning volcanic views. An exciting tour for all ages, enjoy a convenient pick up at your downtown Seattle hotel in an adventure-outfitted Mercedes Sprinter or SUV as well as stops showcasing the impressive recovery of the ecosystem in the areas surrounding the site of the 1980 eruption.

Why we love it

• Get up close and personal with a world-famous volcano.
• Did we mention it’s a volcano? The Center’s state-of-the-art interpretive displays are a fun and educational way to learn about the mountain’s destructive history.
• Take a short walk on the Eruption Trail and experience the Hummocks Trail, the largest landslide in recorded human history.

What’s included

• Hotel pick-up and drop off, travel in adventure-outfitted luxury Mercedes Sprinter or SUV
• Naturalist guide, locally-sourced lunch, seasonal snacks and refreshments
• All entry fees, applicable taxes

Experience the beauty of the Pacific Northwest on this naturalist-guided tour that transports you across Puget Sound to the stunning Olympic Peninsula. Visit Hurricane Ridge to watch for deer, elk, marmots and mountain goats, before continuing west to dip your toes into the deep blue waters of Lake Crescent. Along the way, stop to savor a fresh, family-style lunch paired with local wines as you soak in the fabulous views!

Why we love it

• Learn about the ecological diversity, natural history and Native American traditions on the Olympic Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Enjoy narration from your guide detailing ecological and historical facts along the way.
• Far from the urban sprawl, enjoy this excursion to the rarely explored reaches of Washington State’s rainforest region.

What’s included

• Hotel pick up/drop off at most downtown hotels, guided narration
• Ferry across Puget Sound from Seattle to Bainbridge Island
• Stops at several Olympic National Park landmarks – Hurricane Ridge, Lake Crescent and Marymere Falls
• Fresh, family-style lunch
• All entry fees, applicable taxes

Savor Seattle Food Tours specializes in guided walking food tours of some of Seattle’s tastiest neighborhoods. On the signature Food and Cultural Tour of Pike Place Market, taste bites from local artisans and restaurants in the historic 100+ year old landmark. Learn about the Market’s history and meet the community of people who keep it alive and vibrant. See fish fly, cheese being made and the original Starbucks store.

Savor Seattle is permitted and licensed by the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA) to operate tours in the Pike Place Market Historical District. The PDA requires any business or person conducting paid tours within its properties and in the public areas of the historical district to be pre-approved and to have a license for this activity.

Why we love it

•  16+ bites and sips, including crab cakes, chowder and cheese!
• Tastings at 7 vibrant Market locations.
• Entertaining stories of the Market’s rich history and culture.

What’s included

• Admission, all food and drink tastings (enough for lunch)
• Audio equipment rental
• Discount card valid at all stops on the tour for 10-15% off dining and purchases
• All applicable taxes