Wine tours in the Seattle area are easy to come by thanks to Washington state being the second largest producer of wine in the United States behind California. Our varied microclimates and rich glacial soil makes it the perfect conditions for producing a variety of wines. Whether you like bold reds like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, spicy reds like Syrah, or refreshing whites like Chardonnay and Reisling, there’s something for you.
Considering there are about 1,000 wineries in the state, it can be overwhelming to navigate which to visit. Luckily wine tours have sprung up near Seattle to help with that. Essentially they take a small group to 2-4 different wineries around the Seattle area for a day of wine tasting.
I write extensively about Washington wine country. So to help you choose which wine tours to take I’ve curated ones that give you a good taste of what our state has to offer. If you’re ready to get your drink on, here are the best wine tours in the Seattle area.
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Wine Tours in the Seattle Area
While I haven’t personally been on these tours, all of these are ones I’d take based on the location, price, and itinerary. Get ready to explore some of the best wines in Washington state!
Snoqualmie Falls & Seattle Winery Tour
link to book | duration: 6 hrs | cost: ~$100.50 pp | departure: Seattle | destination: Snoqualmie and Woodinville | number of wineries: 2 | rating: 4.5 stars out of 743 reviews
This all day wine tour near Seattle is the perfect option if you want to fit in things besides wine tasting. You’ll be picked up from your Sea-Tac Airport or Seattle hotel between 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM so you can depart for Snoqualmie Falls at 10:30 AM.
You’ll drive from Seattle through the Cascade Mountains to the majestic 268-foot tall falls for photo opps before heading toward Woodinville, a wine destination about 30 minutes east of Seattle. On your way you’ll stop at Boehms Candies, a candy factory built like a Swiss chalet with pretty grounds. After you shop to your heart’s content, you’ll head to the wineries.
Once in Woodinville wine country your first stop will be at award-winning wine behemoth Chateau Ste. Michelle. They produce millions of bottles of wines per year and own multiple sub winery brands, so they know what they’re doing. Here you’ll enjoy excellent wines on the most beautiful grounds. They also sell food items perfect for a picnic.
Next you’ll head to a secret smaller winery. You’ll taste here before heading back to your pickup point in Seattle.
What’s not included: Tasting fees at the wineries, pick up from the cruise terminal, lunch, or gratuity. This tour is also not wheelchair accessible and may be canceled if there’s inclement weather.
Bon Vivant Woodinville Wine Tasting Tour
link to book | duration: 7 hrs | cost: ~$120 pp | departure: Seattle | destination: Woodinville | number of wineries: 3-4 | rating: 5 stars out of 22 reviews
Take a custom tour with professionally wine educated tour guides. They’ll pick you up from your home or hotel in an air conditioned bus for a 10:30 AM tour start time. They’ll chat with your group about their wine preferences and take you to wineries that fit what the group tour is looking for based on their insider knowledge.
The itinerary will start at a a flagship winery before heading to a boutique winery. Next you’ll get lunch at a local cafe before heading to 2-3 more wineries, depending on how quickly the group moves. If you’d like to learn more about wine and geek out with local wine lovers, this is probably one of the best wine tours in the Seattle area for you!
What’s not included: Winery tasting fees or lunch. This tour is also not wheelchair accessible.
Hike Mt. Rainier & Taste Yakima Valley Wine
link to book | duration: 12 hrs | cost: ~$264 pp | departure: Seattle | destination: Mt Rainier National Park | number of wineries: 2 | rating: 5 stars out of 20 reviews
If you’re hoping to squeeze in a day trip to Mount Rainier from Seattle, this is the full day wine tour for you. You’ll get picked up from your downtown Seattle location at 7:30 AM to make the approximately 2.5 hour drive in an air conditioned bus to Mount Rainier National Park. Since this wine tasting tour only allows a maximum of 10 guests, you can get to know your fellow wine tasters or sit back and nap until you arrive.
Once at the park you’ll take an easy 3-mile hike with a naturalist guide. They’ll point out plants and animals, and you may even get to nibble on some berries! Make sure to wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and wear sunscreen and layers. It may be cold while exploring the best hikes at Mt. Rainier National Park!
After your hike you’ll head Washington Wine Country where you’ll find rows upon rows of vineyards and get to experience where Washington grapes are grown. Your first stop will be at Wilridge Vineyard, Winery & Distillery for a tasting. Lunch and all tasting fees are included in the price. So you don’t have to think about anything except which bottles you want to take home. After Wildridge you’ll go to Owen Roe Winery for another tasting. Then on your way home you’ll stop at Lake Keechelus Trailhead to stretch your legs before being dropped off at your pickup point.
What’s not included: Gratuities. This is also a 21 years old and over activity and is not wheelchair accessible.
Bainbridge Island Winery Tour & Dinner
link to book | duration: 3.5 hrs | cost: ~$261 pp | departure: Bainbridge Island | destination: Bainbridge Island | number of wineries: 3-4 | rating: 5 stars out of 6 reviews
Bainbridge Island wineries are some of my favorites. Plus, the island makes for an epic day trip from Seattle, so this day tour is just perfect. You’ll meet your group in downtown Bainbridge and visit 3-4 boutique wineries. You’ll meet the winemakers and may even get a chance to try wine from the barrel!
During your wine tasting excursion you’ll be treated to a gourmet dinner included in the price of your winery tour. You’ll also get to take home a souvenir wine glass to remember all the memories you made trying the interesting grapes grown on the island that you won’t find anywhere else!
What’s not included: Transportation from Seattle. You must take the ferry yourself to Bainbridge Island, but it’s easy. The ferry departs from downtown Seattle and only takes 35 minutes. You can walk to the wine tour departure point from the ferry. I outline everything you need to know about the ferry in my guide to spending one day on Bainbridge Island.
Also note this wine tasting tour is not wheelchair accessible. It’s also non-refundable, so make sure you can attend before you book!
Seattle Wine and Chocolate Experience
link to book | duration: 2.5 hrs | cost: ~$127 pp | departure: Seattle | destination: Seattle | number of wineries: 2 | rating: no ratings at time of publication
Explore historic Pioneer Square on one of the few Seattle wine tours that never leaves the city. You’ll meet in Pioneer Square at 2 PM and your guide will share the history of the beautiful cobblestone streets and brick buildings of this charming area of Seattle.
You’ll stop at Browne Family Vineyards and Locus Wines, one of my favorite Seattle wineries. All wine tastes are included in your tour price. You’ll also get charcuterie from Salumi, a famous meat shop in Seattle, and small bites made by the chef co-owner at Locus Wines. If you want a more all-inclusive tasting experience, this is one of the best wine tours in the Seattle area for you.
Between stops you’ll visit Intrigue Chocolate Co., one of the best Seattle chocolate makers. Here you’ll get to learn how chocolate is made and how to taste chocolate like a professional.
While this specific winery tour doesn’t have any reviews on Viator where you can book, it’s run by Show Me Seattle, which hosts other tours around Seattle and is well reviewed on TripAdvisor with 4.5 stars out of 1,686 reviews at time of writing this.
What’s not included: Gratuities.
Explore Wineries on Your Own
Don’t have time for one of these wine tours in the Seattle area? Check out my guide to Washington wine regions and create your own self-guided tour to explore the best wineries in the Pacific Northwest!
- Seattle’s Best Urban Wineries
- Must-Visit Woodinville Wineries (~30 minutes from Seattle)
- Bainbridge Island Wineries Worth the Ferry Ride (~1 hour from Seattle)
- Whidbey Island Wineries to Try (~1.5 hours from Seattle)
- Wineries in Lake Chelan, My Favorite Wine Region (~2.5 hours from Seattle)
- Walla Walla Wineries to Visit in Your Lifetime (~4 hours from Seattle)
- Discover Willamette Valley’s Best Wineries (~4 hours from Seattle in Oregon)
Want a custom private tour? Let me build you a custom itinerary so you can avoid groups and taste at your own pace.
More Ways to Explore Seattle
Hey, you’re going to need to find things to do besides wine tasting. Here are some ways to fill the time:
- Take a Self-Guided Food Tour of Seattle’s Best Neighborhoods
- Explore Pike Place Market’s Best Eats on This Self-Guided Tour
- Go on a Seattle Brewery Crawl
- Book Yourself One of These Best Seattle Experience Gifts
- Take Souvenirs Home from Seattle’s Best Gift Shops
- Follow This Perfect 2-Day Seattle Itinerary
