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Seattle Holiday Food Tour: Delicious Donuts & Holiday Treats

About this experience

Your festive adventure begins at Top Pot Doughnuts on 5th Avenue beneath the Seattle Monorail, where “hand forged” donuts take on seasonal flair. Enjoy classics and holiday favorites as we share the story behind this Seattle staple. Next, we head toward the glowing Amazon Spheres to a trendy café serving inventive Latin inspired treats while exploring the city’s blend of tech and culture. Along the way, catch a view of the Space Needle lit up for the holidays. We then visit a beloved bakery founded by a James Beard Award winning chef, known for farm to table excellence and seasonal specialties. Our final stops bring us to Pike Place Market, where we sip warm champurrado, stroll past festive lights, and watch fresh mini donuts made at Daily Dozen. This holiday tour captures Seattle’s spirit through history, culture, and sweet treats.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr–2 hr 30 min

What is included

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Donuts

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

We start the tour at Top Pot Doughnuts. Serving handmade donuts & house-roasted coffee in a casual yet stylish space. We'll try various seasonal flavors along with your choice of drinks. You're going to love the vibes in here!

24-hour raised brioche dough made by a talented family of bakers, showcasing artisanal Latin-American-inspired flavors.

Enjoy Doce Donuts just outside The Amazon Spheres, a recognizable landmark and tourist attraction of three spherical conservatories comprising part of the Amazon headquarters campus in Seattle.

Local bakery serving breakfast fare & pastries along with beignets, donuts & signature coconut cream pie.

With more than a century of history, Pike Place Market is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the country and one of Seattle's most popular draws. We'll give a brief overview and tour of Pike Place, along with highlighting some of the sights you should check out after the tour. We’ll grab a cup of Columbian sipping chocolate and take a stroll near the large Holiday tree and other Market decorations, enjoying the spirit of the season!

The last stop on our delicious holiday tour. Daily Dozen serves freshly made mini-donuts, deliciously fresh brewed coffee and other drinks. We'll try some of their freshly made donuts and finish out the tour here.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The tour starts at Top Pot Doughnuts. Look for your guide there.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Underground Donut Tour - Seattle

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

  • Duration: 2 hours Donuts

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