60 Minutes
Trail to Treasure Walking Tour
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
The Trail to Treasure brings to life a collection of stories about Seattle's Pioneer Square Historic District. By following the self-paced walking route or joining in on a guided tour, visitors explore the rich history of the city's oldest neighborhood.
The Trail to Treasure brings to life a collection of stories about Seattle's Pioneer Square Historic District. By following the self-paced walking route or joining in on a guided tour, visitors explore the rich history of the city's oldest neighborhood. Historical Walking Trail and Waysides Starting at the park, the Trail to Treasure map identifies 16 special places and events that helped shape the history and development of Pioneer Square, the city of Seattle, and the greater Puget Sound region. Although the Trail to Treasure map designates specific starting and ending points, visitors may choose to pick up the trail at any of the featured stops. Maps are available at several locations throughout the district. Find a Trail to Treasure walking map at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park and the information booths at Occidental Square and Pioneer Square Park, or download here. Follow the routes on the Trail to Treasure map to get to know the people who became local legends - some born and raised here, others who traveled from afar to settle in this historic neighborhood. You'll also learn stories of the special places and events that helped shape the history and development of Pioneer Square, the city of Seattle and the greater Puget Sound region. Trail to Treasure Walking Tour Videos Experience the Trail to Treasure Walking Tour from home or in the field with this series of videos.
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Self-Guided Tours - WalkingMiningwalking tourwaysidesexhibitsPioneer SquareKlondike Gold RushSeattle
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Details
Duration
60 Minutes
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The tour is offered as a self-paced or guided tour that leads visitors through Pioneer Square National Historic District in downtown Seattle, and walking maps are located at the visitor center within reach range. Staff-guided tours are available to visitors who are blind or have low vision. An interpretive map about the sites is available at several locations along the route and online. Multiple waysides feature facts and images of the people, places, and events that contributed to the development of Seattle and the surrounding region. The waysides are horizontal with good clearance for wheelchair access, and they have high-contrast visuals and use appropriate size and sans serif fonts. The walking tour follows existing city routes and makes stops at 14 locations along the way.
Pets
No
Reservations
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Location
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park