Duration: 2 hours; $15. Finally - a tour that caters to both the history buffs and the architecture nerds out there. Take a step into the Roaring 20's and explore the architectural wonders of post-WWI Seattle. You'll discover the intricate details and beauty that make up art deco and how it adorned Seattle's skyscrapers. Explore the French influence of these designs and bask in the beautiful lobbies and buildings that are so artistically inspiring. Get lost in the spirit of the art and in the stories of post-WWI Seattle - you'll find yourself wondering, "Wait, what year is this, again?" Hint: You're in the 21st century.
Travel back in time by touring the skyscraper architecture of the 1920s
Learn about the intricate and beautiful designs that make art deco
Enrich yourself with this tour that is both historically and culturally enhancing
Discover the beauty of Seattle like you've never seen it before
Duration: 2 hours; $15. If the devil's in the details, where are the lions, griffins, and walruses? Take this tour to find out. Let Seattle Architecture Foundation to guide you through the intricacies of the most fantastic architectural structures Seattle has to offer. You'll pass through buildings such as Arctic Club, Cobb Building and Smith Tower, getting a healthy scoop of design details as you bask in the structures' artistic glory. Soak in the creation and design of these fascinating creations as you discover the personalities of their creators and get a better sense of the architects as people. So no more stray deets for you! Develop an eye to keep those animal sculptures on lockdown!.
Walk through Seattle's wondrous buildings and gain insider info on the architectural details
Learn the idiosyncrasies of each architectural creation that make it unique
Find an appreciation for the intricacies and materials used for the creations
Discover the personalities of the architects through their creations
Note: Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Greatest Hits Architecture Tour
Duration: 2 hours; $15. Have you ever been stuck in the middle of the sidewalk with your head tipped back as far as it will go? Do you often find yourself in awe of the various skyscrapers around you, wondering about the way history has impacted the creations? Great. This is your tour. Seattle is a wonderland for architecture, and as history tells us, the artistry of buildings is ever-changing. With Seattle Architecture Foundation as your guide, you'll explore the architectural favorites of Seattle, from the old (ie Kirtland Cutter's Rainier Club) to the new (think Rem Koolhaas' Central Library). You'll learn about and get a new appreciation for the historical/social forces that impacted Seattle's architecture. So bring along a friend, sig other, or architecturally-curious co-worker and get yourself enlightened - hey, we're not building this one up.
Discover the greatest architecture Seattle has to offer
Explore golden architectural oldies and modern favorites
Form an appreciation for the people and forces that have evolutionized Seattle's skyline
Learn how much Seattle's architecture has changed over the years
Note: Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.