Seattle Private Pride Walk Tour: LGBTQIA+ Stories of Capitol Hill
- Duration2 hours
- Max Travelers12 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryHistorical Tours, LGBT Friendly Tours
Overview
Capitol Hill is Seattle’s vibrant gayborhood, rich in history and culture. This walking tour reveals stories of one of the largest U.S. LGBTQIA+ communities. Stroll through Cal Anderson Park, site of Seattle’s first pride marches, and experience the AIDS Memorial Pathway. Learn about Capitol Hill’s key role in supporting this community. Stop at Cupcake Royale, a business championing LGBTQIA+ rights for 20+ years, and finish with a unique coffee cocktail. Explore iconic music venues and public art celebrating diversity in this lively neighborhood.
-Discover unique spots in Capitol Hill, Seattle’s beloved gayborhood.
-Learn about Seattle’s LGBTQIA+ history & the AIDS Memorial Pathway.
-Enjoy a treat at a queer-owned bakery & drink at an artisanal coffee bar.
-Walk past legendary music venues and public art celebrating inclusion.
What's included
Stroll through historic Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill
Join an English-speaking guide on a small group Pride walk
Enjoy drinks/treats from local LGBTQIA+-owned businesses
Follow the AIDS Memorial Pathway and reflect on its art
Explore iconic venues with queer music and drag history
What's Not included
Additional food and drink
Tips and gratuities for the guide
Itinerary
Your tour begins at this beloved statue honoring guitar legend Jimi Hendrix. Learn how this Seattle-born icon broke musical boundariesu2014and cultural onesu2014while leaving a lasting mark on queer and counterculture movements.
Weu2019ll walk the AIDS Memorial Pathway, where powerful art and sculptures honor the Seattleites who fought stigma, raised awareness, and cared for those affected by the AIDS crisis.
This woman- and LGBTQ-owned coffee shop puts a unique twist on your brewu2014with mushrooms! Learn about the pioneering owner and why locals love their mushroom lattes. Youu2019ll want to come back for a sip!
Our Capitol Hill walking tour may pass this iconic music venue, a staple since the early u201990s thatu2019s welcomed artists of all backgroundsu2014including many from the LGBTQIA+ community.
Glou2019s Cafu00e9 is a Latinx-, LGBTQ-, women-owned favorite with deep roots in the community. Learn its story and the plaza's role in local eventsu2014then swing by after the tour for brunch!
Stop for a snack at Cupcake Royale, a Capitol Hill business that has been championing LGBTQIA+ rights for over 20 years, and finish your tour with a unique coffee cocktail or a drink from an artisanal coffee bar.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For this tour, we can cater for the following dietary requirements: vegetarians. Please provide this information at least 24-hours prior to your travel date.. Unfortunately, we are not able to cater for any other dietary requirements that are not listed above.
Please note that this tour covers about 2 km of walking.
This tour is operated by a Certified B Corpu2122
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.