About Us
Out to the city. Back on time. Your layover, reimagined into an unforgettable highlight.
The Six-Hour Layover was created for travelers who want more than airport lounges. In just a few hours, we'll take you from SEA Airport into Seattle's highlights — Pike Place Market, the Waterfront, and iconic city views — and return you with a guaranteed 2-hour buffer. Our tours are private, stress-free, and led by guides who treat you like family and friends, sharing Seattle as if you were their own local guest.
Multilingual Tours Available
Always Available
English - All tours are conducted in English by default
Upon Request
Additional languages available subject to guide availability:
Please confirm your preferred language when booking.
Our Story
Born from the simple idea that layovers shouldn't be wasted time
Our Story
Inspired by the idea that layovers shouldn't be wasted.
The Problem
Most travelers waste hours in airports.
Our Solution
Expertly timed tours that maximize your Seattle experience while guaranteeing your flight.
Why Seattle?
Fast Light Rail, world-class food, iconic views all within minutes — perfect for a layover.
Meet Our Mascot: Guai Guai
Guai Guai
Beloved Mascot (Retired from Adventures)
Guai Guai (his name means "Good Boy" in Chinese) is our beloved mascot. Though retired from adventures, he embodies the Six-Hour Layover spirit — warm, curious, joyful.
Meet Guai Guai, our company mascot — you’ll see him on our website, posts, and souvenirs.
Book Your Seattle TourBy the Numbers
What Drives Us
Our core values shape every tour we create and every experience we deliver
Local Expertise
Guides are Seattle locals who share authentic experiences.
Layover Specialists
We understand tight schedules; every detail is planned with precision.
Guaranteed Reliability
We monitor flights and traffic so you return with time to spare.
Personal Touch
Small groups and friendly guides who welcome you like family and friends.
Community Impact
Through SereneRoot Foundation, we create opportunities for retirees, women restarting careers, and locals passionate about welcoming travelers.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: to turn every layover into a highlight of your journey — and to make travel meaningful for everyone involved. Through our Foundation, we create opportunities for retirees, women restarting careers, college students building experience, and locals who want to share Seattle's story. Every tour not only makes your layover unforgettable, but also provides meaningful social connections and supports someone else's journey of growth.
Every tour is backed by a trained guide team, ensuring reliability even in rare last‑minute changes.
Ready to Experience Seattle?
Join the thousands of travelers who've discovered that layovers can be the best part of their journey