Seattle Neighborhoods 101: Explore City's Unique Architecture

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Discover the unique architecture and social scenes of Seattle’s neighborhoods. From Capitol Hill’s nightlife to the Victorian-style homes in Volunteer Park, this tour is perfect for new residents or those considering a move to the city.

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Capitol Hill - We will tour the neighborhood to get the cultural feel and start building that mental map of the different neighborhoods. Home to fabulous night life, indie shops and home of our LGBTQ community, Capitol Hill has it all!
Columbia City Theater - We will see the historic Columbia City neighborhood, which has lovely older…

What's Included

Bottled water included
Complimentary snacks
Tea and coffee available

Additional Information

Every district in Seattle possesses a distinctive ambiance, architectural design and social life. Let’s embark on a journey and discover some of the highlights! We’ll explore Capitol Hill, the hotspot for nightlife, stroll through the Volunteer Park area to marvel at some of Seattle’s stunning, old-world Victorian-style residences, then set course to…

Location

Espresso Vivace Capitol Hill

Broadway East

Look for me inside with a Seattle Under the Radar Tours sign. Street parking near Vivace is limited to 2 hrs (the tour is 3 hrs) but there are garages nearby. Consider taking a Lyft/Uber or public transit if possible. The Capitol Hill Light Rail station is 4 blocks from Vivace Brix.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Wander33971659179

Aug 14, 2024

Comprehensive tour of Seattle - Lynn was exceptional! She was punctual, courteous, informative, interesting, and comprehensive! We love her personality,too.She drove us through 4 neighborhoods and we got it and walked a bit so we could go in interesting spots. Along the way she covered any questions/topics that we posed.

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Socprof5

Jul 16, 2024

Great Introduction to Seattle! - Our tour guide Lynn was phenomenal. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the city, from the architecture to the history of housing development to the old growth forest, not to mention food and entertainment. Her passion for the city is contagious. Don't miss this one!

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Karjac

Jun 21, 2024

Discovering a different Seattle - Lynn's incites to all of Seattle were fantastic. She took us to areas not on the normal discover Seattle tour. We saw areas that we would have know about it. She is informed, funny, and certainly loves her city. Karen & Paul NYC

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Jonathon_b

May 28, 2024

Real Seattle! - Seattle Under the Radar Tour was great. Our guide Lynn was very nice and knowledgeable. The tour itself avoids the tourist traps and shows you how the locals really live and what the city is all about. We highly recommend!

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Roxanne_b

Feb 10, 2024

Excellent Adventures with Lynn - What a breath of fresh air! Lynn was very well versed on Seattle history. Her tour covered the many “burbs” of The City. Lynn allowed time to exit the vehicle - specialization in small group tours (one to four people) made conversation and flexibility key. I was so impressed with her knowledge of history of The City as well as current knowledge of business, housing, and what one might refer to as local dignitaries 😊 Wish I had more time to explore. If I did I’d call Lynn!

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Serjgmn

Dec 29, 2023

Great option for those who are visiting Seattle - This one feels more like a private tour, which is great. Lynn is a very energetic and fun guide and she will take you to the interesting local neighborhoods for history and cultural lessons. Expect to walk a little, but you will also get a chance to take photos from the car. We would definitely recommend this one if you are visiting Seattle. It will give you some insights on the local vibes and it will feel like you are hanging out with your auntie/cousin who is showing you around. The tour is about 3h. Great experience.

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Victoria_p

Dec 11, 2023

A truly unique and informative tour! - Lynn was such a wonderful guide! She was friendly, funny, helpful, and very knowledgeable about the city and all its hidden history and fun. She was able to answer all of my random questions and shared many personal anecdotes that really made the different stops come to life. I 100% recommend this tour for anyone who is considering moving to the area, but it’s also great for any visitor who wants to dive deeper into the history and culture of Seattle. Don’t miss it!!

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Wdingvmn

Nov 5, 2023

Best Seattle Tour!! - Absolutely the best - starting with the coffee! Unlike the typical “get on the bus, drive by the usual sites”, Lynn takes you to the most interesting spots you wouldn’t find for yourself or with anyone else. Fun, great information, accommodating - highly, highly recommend this tour!!

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Wanda_d

Nov 5, 2023

A Step high above the usual Tourist experience - Wonderful tour for first time and repeat visitors to Seattle!. This was my sister’s first trip and I’ve been here numerous times. Rather than a drive by of the famous sites - this tour takes you to the unique and interesting neighborhoods and attractions you would likely not find. Lynn is outstanding - knows fascinating details about Seattle’s history she pairs with current perspectives of a long-time resident. She’s incredibly accommodating and fun! Take this tour.

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Marylous149

Oct 14, 2023

Terrific insider view of Seattle - Lynn's tour is a great way to see Seattle through the eyes of a local. My tour was in mid September with two other passengers. Lynn suggested neighborhoods that were at the top of my list. We got a flavor for each neighborhood, and learned how populations had shifted over the years and changed some of the places. I enjoyed seeing the longtime favorite locales, especially in Capitol Hill. Lynn went above and beyond expectations, and even squeezed in a visit to Gas Works Park. I definitely recommend Lynn's tour.

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