Seattle: Donut Walking Food Tour with Pike Place Market

Summary

Taste Seattle’s donut scene from Top Pot to Pike Place Market

You’ll wander through Seattle’s best neighborhoods sampling fresh donuts—from classic Top Pot to creative Latin-inspired flavors at Doce Donuts, ending at Daily Dozen in Pike Place Market. Expect stories from your guide, hot coffee in hand, and plenty of small moments you’ll remember long after the last bite.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t think I’d get emotional about donuts, but here we are. There’s something oddly comforting about starting the morning in Seattle with the smell of warm sugar drifting out of Top Pot Doughnuts. Our guide, Jamie, greeted us with this easy laugh—she clearly knew her way around both the city and a pastry box. The first bite was all soft dough and that barely-there crunch; honestly, I almost forgot we were on a walking food tour until Jamie pointed out some old photos on the wall and started sharing stories about how these shops got their start. I love when guides actually seem to care.

We wandered through downtown, dodging umbrellas (it wasn’t raining hard, just that misty Seattle thing), and made our way toward Doce Donuts near the Amazon Spheres. The flavors there surprised me—Latin American-inspired, Jamie said—and I tried to pronounce one of them in Spanish. She laughed and corrected me gently; it broke the ice. The city felt alive around us—delivery bikes whizzing by, someone playing saxophone under an awning. The donut itself had this hint of cinnamon that lingered even after we left.

By the time we reached Pike Place Market for our last stop at Daily Dozen Doughnuts, I was feeling both full and oddly nostalgic. There’s something about watching those tiny donuts tumble hot from the fryer while tourists press up against the glass—it’s chaotic but kind of joyful. We stood there sipping coffee (included in the tour) while Jamie told us how bakers here have been perfecting their recipes for decades. I still think about that view over Elliott Bay as powdered sugar dusted my jacket. If you’re looking for a day trip in Seattle that’s equal parts food and local flavor, this donut tour is it—even if you don’t usually crave sweets.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Seattle donut tasting tour

• Start at Top Pot Doughnuts
• Try 24-hour raised brioche donut
• Enjoy Doce Donuts near Amazon Spheres
• Visit another delicious donut stop
• Try donuts at Daily Dozen Doughnuts
• Stop at one more donut location

Top questions

Where does the Seattle donut tour start?

The tour starts at Top Pot Doughnuts in downtown Seattle.

Does the tour include Pike Place Market?

Yes, one of the main stops is Daily Dozen Doughnuts inside Pike Place Market.

Are drinks included on this walking food tour?

Coffee or tea is included along with your donut samples.

Is this Seattle donut tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces on this tour are wheelchair accessible.

How many donut shops do we visit during the tour?

You’ll visit several locations including Top Pot Doughnuts, Doce Donuts near Amazon Spheres, and Daily Dozen at Pike Place Market.

Are children allowed on this food tour?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are welcome.

Can I bring my service animal on the donut tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed throughout the experience.

Is public transportation nearby for getting to or from the tour?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to all stops on the route.

What’s included

Your day includes curated samples at each donut shop—Top Pot Doughnuts, Doce Donuts near Amazon Spheres, and Daily Dozen Doughnuts at Pike Place Market—plus coffee or tea along the way. The route is fully accessible for wheelchairs or strollers and welcomes service animals too.