VIP Morning Coffee Crawl

Coffee Crawl & VIP Morning in Pike Place Market

★ 5.0 93 reviews

2 hours, free cancellation.

from $84 per person

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Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Eat Seattle Tours

Overview

This two-hour morning walk from Eat Seattle Tours starts inside Anchorhead Coffee on Western Avenue and works its way through Pike Place Market while the stalls are still waking up. A chef guide leads the route, which strings together coffee tastings with breakfast bites from market vendors. The tastings cover cold brew, pour over and two drip coffees, poured at small batch roasters the operator favors.

The food side is a running snack rather than one sit-down meal. Travelers can expect a waffle bite, a scone, a savory Umami Kushi, donuts, a cookie and more, spread across the stops. The route passes Pike Place Fish Market, the Seattle Waterfront, Lands of Origin, Mr. Waffle and Indi Chocolate, and finishes at Daily Dozen at the south end of the market.

It suits coffee drinkers who want to see the market in the earlier hours, a point several reviewers highlighted, and one said the tour left them prepared for more exploring afterward. It is less suited to gluten-free travelers, a point the listing itself flags.

Seattle waterfront and ferris wheel seen from a market overlook on an overcast afternoon

What's Included

Included

Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Discover the famous Pike Place Market as it begins to awaken
Chef guide

Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pick up not included

Itinerary

Meet at Anchorhead CoffeeMeet the guide inside Anchorhead at 2003 Western Ave, Ste 110A. The listing warns there are other Anchorhead locations in Seattle, so confirm the address before heading out.
Pike Place MarketA 5-minute stop with admission included, as the market begins its day.
Anchorhead Coffee15 minutes at the meeting coffee shop.
Seattle WaterfrontA 5-minute stop with admission included.
Pike Place Fish Market5 minutes at the famous fish sellers.
Lands of Origin10 minutes here. Several reviewers single out this stop for an Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
Mr. Waffle10 minutes at this stop.
Pike Place Market walk1 hour through the market with the guide, taking in coffee and breakfast stops along the way.
End at Daily DozenThe tour ends at Daily Dozen, 93 Pike St, at the south end of Pike Place Market.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help travelers get the most from the morning, based on the listing and on what past participants have written.

Where this tour sits among 6 tours in Coffee, Chocolate And Sweets listed here (from-price per person, USD)

Specialty Cafes Coffee Walk$39.99
Capitol Hill Coffee Tastings$49.30
Bean to Cup Coffee Tour$55
Underground Donut Tour$65
Guided Chocolate Tastings$76
VIP Morning Coffee Crawl (this tour)$84

Come hungry. With breakfast items and coffee included at multiple vendors, there is plenty to eat on the walk.
Easy walking. Reviewers describe the walk as easy and well paced, with one saying the guide timed stops so nobody felt rushed. The listing asks for a moderate physical fitness level, and the surfaces and transport on the route are wheelchair accessible.
Group size. The tour has a maximum of 10 travelers.
Morning timing. Starting early is part of the appeal, with one reviewer liking the market in the earlier hours before crowds build. The tour also works as an orientation for exploring afterward, a point another reviewer made.
Coffee focus. Expect cold brew, pour over and two drip tastings, plus coffee or tea as part of the experience, including an authentic chai one reviewer highlighted. Guides talk through brewing styles and coffee history, which reviewers repeatedly praised.
Find the right Anchorhead. There are multiple Anchorhead locations in Seattle.

$84from, per person

2 hoursduration

5.0across 93 guest reviews

10guests at most

Common issues. Pickup is not included, so travelers make their own way to the meeting point. Gratuities are not included in the price. The listing does not recommend the tour for gluten-free guests, pregnant travelers or those with back problems. No-shows cannot be rescheduled or refunded, and changes or cancellations inside 24 hours of the start time receive no refund.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. Pickup is not included, and the tour starts at Anchorhead Coffee at 2003 Western Ave, Ste 110A, Seattle. Be careful to go to that specific Anchorhead, since the listing notes there are other locations in the city.

What Food And Drink Are Included?

Breakfast items and coffee or tea are included. That means a waffle bite, a scone, a savory Umami Kushi, donuts, a cookie and more, plus cold brew, pour over and two drip tastings. Gratuities are not included.

How Long Is The Tour And Where Does It End?

It runs 2 hours and finishes at Daily Dozen, 93 Pike St, at the south end of Pike Place Market. From there travelers are well placed to keep exploring the market on their own.

Is The Tour Accessible?

Yes, the listing states it is wheelchair accessible, with accessible transport and surfaces, and service animals are allowed. It also flags that the tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant travelers, and that a moderate fitness level is expected.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

A full refund requires cancelling at least 24 hours before the start time, based on local time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted, and no-shows cannot be rescheduled or refunded.

How Many People Are In The Group?

The tour has a maximum of 10 travelers.