Specialty Cafes Coffee Walk

Seattle Coffee Walking Tour Specialty Cafes and Local Stories

★ 5.0 78 reviews

2 hours, free cancellation.

from $39.99 per person

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Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Local Insight

Overview

This two-hour walking tour gathers in the lobby of the Oddfellows Building at 915 E Pine Street, right in the middle of Capitol Hill, and works its way through the neighborhood on foot with a local guide. The focus is specialty coffee: cafes and drinks that many visitors have not come across before. Coffee or tea is included along the way, and the guide weaves in local stories between stops.

One recent reviewer described being taken to unique neighborhood coffee shops and introduced to types of coffee the group had never had a chance to try, and praised the guide's depth of knowledge on the subject. Groups are capped at 12 travellers.

The route passes through Capitol Hill and finishes at 12th Avenue and East Madison Street, though the exact endpoint shifts depending on the time of day and the day of the week. The listing says most travellers can participate. Families can bring a stroller, and infants ride on laps. It is not a fit for wheelchair users, as the listing states the route is not wheelchair accessible.

pour-over and espresso on the counter of a brick-walled Capitol Hill cafe

What's Included

Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

Meet at Oddfellows BuildingThe tour meets in the lobby of the Oddfellows Building at 915 E Pine Street, with entrances on Pine Street and 10th Street. Arrive ready to walk; the full experience runs 2 hours.
Walk through Capitol HillThe route passes through the Capitol Hill neighborhood with a short stop, visiting specialty coffee shops along the way. Coffee and/or tea is included.
End at 12th and MadisonThe tour finishes in Capitol Hill at 12th Avenue and East Madison Street. The exact endpoint varies depending on the time of day and day of the week.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points worth knowing before booking this walk.

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

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

Getting there. The meeting point is in the lobby of the Oddfellows Building at 915 E Pine Street. If you drive, note that street parking in the area is limited to a maximum of 2 hours; the listing suggests paying for 2 hours at the terminal and another 2 hours via the app if you need up to 4 hours total.
Pace and fitness. This is a 2-hour walking tour through Capitol Hill, so wear comfortable shoes. The listing says it is not recommended for travellers with back problems, and most travellers can participate.
Group size. The tour has a maximum of 12 travellers.
What you drink. Coffee and/or tea is included at the stops.
Weather. The tour is a walking tour that spends its full duration outdoors, so dress for the weather conditions.
Access and transit. The meeting point is near public transportation, which is often easier than parking. Pushchairs are allowed, service animals are welcome, and infants must sit on laps.

$39.99from, per person

2 hoursduration

5.0across 78 guest reviews

12guests at most

Common issues. The listing states the tour is not wheelchair accessible, so anyone with mobility equipment should look elsewhere or contact the operator first. Street parking near the meeting point is capped at 2 hours, which requires the terminal-and-app workaround described in the listing if you plan to linger after. The endpoint moves depending on time of day and day of the week, so you cannot assume a fixed finishing spot.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Tour Price?

Coffee and/or tea at the stops is included, along with a local guide for the full 2 hours. The listing does not itemize any other inclusions. Treat anything beyond the drinks, such as extra purchases at the cafes, as your own spend.

Where Does The Tour Meet?

In the lobby of the Oddfellows Building at 915 E Pine Street in Capitol Hill, with entrances on Pine Street and 10th Street. The tour ends in Capitol Hill around 12th Avenue and East Madison Street, though the exact endpoint varies by time of day and day of the week.

Is The Tour Suitable For Kids And Strollers?

Pushchairs are accessible and infants must sit on laps, so young families can join. Service animals are allowed. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, however.

How Big Is The Group?

The tour has a maximum of 12 travellers. The listing does not state a minimum group size.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience's start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded or accepted. Cut-off times are based on the local time in Seattle.

Should I Drive To The Meeting Point?

Public transportation is the simpler option, since the meeting point is near transit. If you do drive, street parking is limited to 2 hours maximum; the listing advises paying for 2 hours at the terminal and another 2 hours via the app for up to 4 hours total.