About this experience
This hop-on hop-off bus tour around Seattle provides you with a convenient and flexible way to explore famous landmarks and attractions, including the Space Needle, Occidental Park, Pioneer Square historic district, and Waterfall Garden Park. The tour covers multiple stops, allowing you to explore the Emerald City at your own pace. With an audio guide available in English, you can learn about the its rich history and culture as you travel.
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What to expect
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Stop 1 – Space Needle & Seattle Centre
The main boarding point on Broad Street, right beside Seattle's most recognisable landmark.
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Stop 2 – FRS Clippers
Waterfront departure point for Victoria-bound ferries, with views across Elliott Bay.
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Stop 3 – Edgewater Hotel
Seattle's only over-water hotel, a short walk from the Olympic Sculpture Park.
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Stop 4 – Pier 66 Cruise Terminal
A busy waterfront hub connecting the downtown core to the working port.
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Stop 5 & 15 – Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises
Served twice on the loop, making it easy to pick up a harbour cruise or grab waterfront food.
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Stop 6 – Pioneer Square & Occidental Square
Seattle's oldest neighbourhood, packed with Victorian architecture, galleries, and underground tour access.
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Stop 7 – Historic Chinatown Gate
The ornate entrance to the International District, one of the most culturally layered parts of the city.
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Stop 8 – Panama Hotel & Tea House
A National Historic Landmark preserving the memory of Seattle's Japanese-American community.
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Stop 9 – Seattle Sky View Observatory
One of the highest publicly accessible viewpoints in the Pacific Northwest.
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Stop 10 – Seattle Central Library
The Rem Koolhaas-designed glass-and-steel building is an architectural landmark in its own right.
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Stop 11 – Seattle Convention Centre
Central downtown stop connecting you to hotels, shopping, and the nearby retail core.
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Stop 12 – Pike Place Market
One of the oldest continuously operating farmers' markets in the US — fish-throwing included.
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Stop 13 – Pike Brewing Company
A craft brewery institution in the Pike Place neighbourhood, steps from the market action.
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Stop 14 – Seattle Art Museum
SAM's downtown building houses an impressive permanent collection alongside major travelling exhibitions.
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Stop 16 – Original Starbucks at Pike Place Market
The 1971 flagship store where it all began — a pilgrimage stop for coffee lovers worldwide.
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Stop 17 – Amazon Spheres
The glass biospheres at Amazon's campus are a striking piece of contemporary Seattle architecture.
Hop on and off at any stop along the route.
Meeting point
Stop 1 – Space Needle & Seattle Centre, 600 Broad Street, Seattle, WA
You can board at any designated stop on the Red Route — no need to start at Stop 1. If you'd like to join the Scenic Seattle Panoramic Tour, head to Stop 1 on Broad Street; it departs daily at 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM. Show your mobile ticket when boarding.
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- Mobile ticket (no printing required)
- City Sightseeing app downloaded for walking tour commentary
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City Sightseeing
City Sightseeing is one of the world's largest hop-on hop-off operators, running open-top bus tours in over 100 cities across six continents.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Your ticket is delivered digitally and can be shown on your phone when you board.
When does my 24- or 48-hour ticket start?
Your ticket becomes valid from the moment you first board the bus, not from midnight or the date of purchase.
Can I board at any stop, or do I have to start at the Space Needle?
You can join the tour at any designated stop on the Red Route. Stop 1 at the Space Needle is simply the main hub.
Is there a fixed departure time I need to follow?
The standard hop-on hop-off service runs throughout the day with varying frequency — check the official City Sightseeing website for current timetables. The Scenic Panoramic Tour departs daily at 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM from Stop 1.
Are children free?
Children under 5 travel free of charge, though they are not entitled to their own seat.
What is the audio guide language?
The on-board audio commentary is available in English. Additional self-guided walking tour content is accessible via the City Sightseeing app.
Free cancellation.Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your chosen travel date. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the start time are non-refundable.