Do I have to purchase tickets in advance? Can I pay cash?
Are tickets refundable or can I reschedule?
If a tour is sold out can I get on a waiting list?
What happens if it rains?
How much food is served on the food tour?
Do we taste wine and or beer on the tour?
What if I have dietary restrictions?
How much walking is involved?
Does the tour have anything to offer a Seattle native?
Can I shop on the tour?
Are bathrooms available during the tour?
Does the tour end at the same place we meet?
Should I take my child on the tour?
Is there a discount for infants, children or seniors?
Is the tour baby stroller and wheelchair accessible?
Is there parking nearby the tour meeting point?
Are tours offered only in English?
Are gift certificates available?
Can I book a private tour?
Do I have to purchase tickets in advance? Can I pay cash?
Tickets must be purchased in advance as tours typically sell out quickly. Tickets can only be purchased with a Visa, MasterCard or Discover from our ticketing company, Brown Paper Tickets. Cash is not accepted.
Are tickets refundable or can I reschedule?
Tickets cannot be refunded or rescheduled once purchased as your space on the tour has been guaranteed. We cannot provide partial refunds for no shows, late arrivals or partial attendance resulting in missed tastings.
If a tour is sold out can I get on a waiting list?
We do not provide a waiting list. If a date and time is sold out, there is always a chance that we will add an additional tour on that day. Please email us at nosh@seattlebitesfoodtours.com and let us know what dates you require.
What happens if it rains?
The tours are held rain or shine. Please dress for the day’s weather conditions. Even though 90% of the tour is conducted undercover we still consider an umbrella a prudent fashion accessory.
How much food is served on the food tour?
Seattle Bites is known for its BIG bites. We visit and nosh between 9-10 merchant stops. Enough food is served that for most people, lunch is not necessary afterwards.
Do we taste wine on the tour?
Yes! We sample delicious artisanal family-owned Italian wines.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Please be sure and let us know if you or anyone in your group has dietary restrictions (e.g. vegetarian, diabetic, nut allergy, etc.) when you purchase your tickets. With advance notice, we typically can accommodate your request with appropriate substitutions.
How much walking is involved?
Tours generally last about 2 1/2 or 3 hours. We are on our feet a good portion of the time but our walk is leisurely and there are a few places to sit and rest along the way.
Does the tour have anything to offer a Seattle native?
Definitely! Many of our tour guests are locals. Having felt they knew the market inside and out they tell us how surprised they are with all the undiscovered gems for eating, shopping and entertainment as well as historic tidbits. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect with your hometown and its beloved market.
Can I shop on the tour?
Seattle Bites likes to shop! However, we only allow a few minutes for those impulse buys at the specialty shops. Staying on schedule is important so we encourage you to return to your favorite locations at the end of the tour for those leisurely purchases and take advantage of your 10% merchant discounts!
Are bathrooms available during the tour?
Yes, bathrooms are available but are very crowded. We recommend you use the “comfort stations” prior to the tour departure.
Does the tour end at the same place we meet?
The tour concludes 2 blocks from our starting location. We will be happy to provide you with directions, transportation or other sightseeing options.
Should I take my child on the tour?
Our tour is 2 1/2 to 3 hours long. There is a lot of standing and walking, and strollers are not allowed on the tour due to tight market spaces. The tour is not recommended for children, but is perfectly appropriate for teens.
Is there a discount for children or seniors?
We do not offer discounts for teens or seniors. However, please inform us if you will be attending with someone under the age of 21 when you purchase tickets.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No, unfortunately the market can be very tight and at times congested making it difficult to navigate with a wheelchair.
Is there parking nearby the tour meeting point?
Yes, there is parking located near the meeting point. Specific parking details are included in the meeting location directions after purchasing ticket(s).
Are tours offered only in English?
Yes, we only offer tours in English at this time. Please email us if you would like to make arrangements for your own interpreter to join the tour.
Are gift certificates available?
Yes, gift certificates are available for Seattle Bites Food Tours. Please email us at nosh@seattlebitesfoodtours.com to purchase or learn more about our gift certificates.
Yes, Private Group Bites are available. Please email us at nosh@seattlebitesfoodtours.com to inquire about a private tour.