Whiskey Row History & Drinks Tour in Tacoma

Explore Tacoma’s historic Whiskey Row through live storytelling and Robert Service poetry. Connect the city’s railroad, maritime, and lumber history with the places where it unfolded.

• Discover stories of railroad workers, sailors, and lumbermen
• Listen to live narration and Robert Service poetry
• Explore historic spaces and modern venues along Whiskey Row
• Join a relaxed social experience shaped by local history and performance

Itinerary

1. Welcome Drink & Tacoma Origins (The Forum) Begin inside a historic Whiskey Row building with your choice of a cocktail, beer, or wine. Through storytelling and live poetry, Tacoma’s frontier origins come to life.

2. Whiskey Row Stories Walk Walk the original stretch of Pacific Avenue while hearing stories of railroad workers, sailors, and lumbermen who built this booming port town.

3. Elks Temple Exploration & Drink Step inside the remarkable McMenamins Elks Temple, grab a drink, and explore its unique interior spaces as the story of Tacoma continues.

4. Odd Otter Finale & Lumber Camp Game Finish at Odd Otter with a final drink and take part in a lighthearted lumber camp–inspired game to close out the experience.

What's Included

• Three drinks

Important details

• Ages 21+ only
• Bring a valid driver's license
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Allow ample time for parking, as downtown Tacoma can be congested
• Expect limited backstage access if you bring a pet
• Tell your guide before the tour if you prefer not to appear in promotional photos or videos