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Chat now. Mobile ticket. Explore the underground pathways that were built in the southwest corner of the Emerald City more than years ago. Each small-group tour is unique, with insider tips from a professional, local guide.
Saved to wishlist! Book Now. What's Included. What To Expect. Get ready to discover the original Emerald City, the city of Seattle, Washington, from its inception in the s. This entertaining and educational underground voyage travels beneath the streets to uncover three blocks of historic, old Pioneer Square. Explore not only the underground passageways that were built more than years ago, but also the modern Pioneer Square that exists today.
Hear tales from the past, like the story of the stampede to the Yukon gold fields and Seattle's crucial role in what would become the Klondike Gold Rush. Find out about Skid Row, a dilapidated urban area that served as the main street in Pioneer Square.
And get to know the history of a group of people called the Coast Salish, the ethnically and linguistically related Indigenous peoples that first settled here. Stop At:. Our tour guides participate in workshops on cultural traditions and history with special guest historians and Native Tribal members as continual professional development.
More Less. We cover four city blocks of historic Pioneer Square and explore three underground passageways originally constructed in the 's. You'll see and hear the history of the neighborhood from both the original and current street levels. Additional Info. Cancellation Policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. Frequently Asked Questions. A: The policies on face masks and attendee health are: Face masks required for travelers in public areas Face masks required for guides in public areas See all safety measures taken by Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour.
A: The policies on sanitization are: Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas See all safety measures taken by Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour. Traveler Photos. Traveler Tips "It was raining the day we went so there were some puddles to deal with so wear comfortable shoes that are appropriate for the weather. The history is spellbinding and our tour guide was very entertaining. It was raining the day we went so there were some puddles to deal with so wear comfortable shoes that are appropriate for the weather.
This is a walking tour but except for 2 sets of steps not steep this is an easy walk. You will never see Seattle the same way again after this tour I highly recommend. The tour is only one hour, so great for kids. The information was interesting and guide was funny. Great tour! Reviews 4. Tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Nothing interesting to see. Was obvious tour guide loved her job. Helpful Helpful.
Hard to be the city today what it came from, sludge and sawdust streets. Huge fire and an Indian Chief that brought people together. Pretty cool!! Jennifer did an amazing job bringing Seattle history to life.
As a fourth generation Seattleian is this a word she shared interesting stories and great visuals to accentuate her tales. Great inside info about the fascinating city of Seattle!
Highly recommend doing this tour! Fun and educational. The tour was helpful to getting a general understanding of Seattle history. The tour guide was sincere and helpful. It was actually an authentic warm human moment that added to this fine tour. Job well done for this fine tour of underground Seattle. Fantastic tour! Lots of interesting bits of history and Jim was a great and friendly guide! Very cool scenery and super unique historical perspective provided.
Helpful Helpful 1 traveler found this review helpful. Dave was great! Our group was a bit quiet but Dave got us all going. Great information on the history of Seattle. Mike was great.
The whole experience was amazing, the history, the relics of the streets below, the outside tour but what brought it all together was our tour guide Terri-Lynn. Thank you! Wonderful stories from our guide. Great history of Seattle. Highly recommend. Enjoyed the walking toir. Secure your must-do activities without being locked in.
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Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and noninfringement. This review is an automatic translation. On June 6, , a young man tripped over a glue pot in a carpentry shop, igniting the Great Seattle Fire, which burned through the entire central downtown district.
In less than a day, the blaze destroyed 25 city blocks. However, the Seattle residents were steadfast in their commitment to rebuild. Work began almost immediately to reconstruct the city center, right on top of the burnt remains.
Today, the buildings in Pioneer Square sit 20 feet above the s underground city of Seattle. Of course, the former streets and alleyways fell into disuse and remained underground, nearly forgotten.
In the s, a Seattle Times columnist named Bill Speidel reignited interest in this area. After receiving a reader question about the underground ruins of Pioneer Square, Speidel began guiding people through the tunnels. From there, the tour grew and became one of the most unique attractions in Seattle. The underground tour of Seattle starts in Pioneer Square.
While today, the neighborhood makes up the southwest section of downtown Seattle, in the mids, it was the city center. There are now several Seattle underground city tours , including the Bill Speidel underground tour , which begins on 1st Avenue, near Cherry Street. The tour covers several ruinous blocks full of abandoned storefronts and remnants from the past, like old furniture and cutlery.
The guide will take you above-ground a couple of times, stopping at some historic structures before descending back underground. While some people consider this to be a haunted Seattle underground tour , the ambiance is quite lighthearted and humorous.
You can also see restored artifacts that were salvaged from the wreckage, such as old machinery and public baths. The Seattle underground history tour lasts anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes.
From April -September, the company operates from a. From October — March, the hours are a. Also, the underground tour in Seattle will go on rain or shine, so dress accordingly! The Seattle underground tour tickets are affordable, yet the costs can add up for families. Kids under 6 are free, although they might not enjoy this type of tour. I really enjoy the tour we took, and our guide was super helpful and willing to share with us so many interesting facts about the underground Seattle.
Please consider that this is a very popular tour, so I recommend purchasing your Seattle underground history tour tickets in advance since your preferred time might sell out. Bill Speidel was a columnist for the Seattle Times. In addition to his newspaper columns, he also wrote two books in and He investigated the area and then invited the reader to come and see what he found.
Well, that reader ended up bringing along friends. Still not sure about exploring the underground in Seattle, WA? Here is some more information to help you decide and plan your trip. Not only do you get to learn about the Seattle underground tunnels , but you can walk through some of the remains. You can have a great time here without doing a Seattle Underground City Tour.
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