Harbor Cruise
Seattle’s Original Harbor Cruise™
During this 1-hour cruise around Elliott Bay, experience all the beauty and history Seattle has to offer. Spend time with a local guide, learning about Seattle’s historic waterfront and getting an up-close look at one of the west coast’s largest shipping terminals. Take in the view of the city’s skyline with a spectacular panoramic background of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, including majestic Mount Rainier, making for the perfect photo op
Your experience includes:
- Led by a local guide that brings Seattle’s rich past and vibrant present to life
- Panoramic and up-close views of the Seattle skyline and shipping port
- Sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound
- Full-service bar on board with cocktails, local wine and beer, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase
Plan & Save
Purchase tickets in advance and save! Secure the best price possible by booking ahead and reserving your spot.
Groups of 20 or more: Purchase group tickets (Minimum 20) on the Locks Cruise and save
CityPASS® reservations: First, purchase CityPASS® tickets online for immediate mobile ticket delivery. Next, redeem CityPASS® tickets online to reserve your visit date & time and receive your Harbor Cruise boarding pass. LEARN MORE about saving up to 47% off a Harbor Cruise plus 4 more top Seattle attractions with Seattle CityPASS® tickets.
Amenities
- Full-service bar – Sip on local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages like a margarita in the summer and hot cocoas in the winter. No outside food or beverage allowed onboard.
- Variety of local snacks – Purchase from a menu of delicious pre-packaged sandwiches, salads and snacks
- Indoor seating/Outdoor space – Whether you enjoy the breeze through your hair or like to stay cozy, you have the choice of indoor seating or the spacious outdoors
- Restrooms – All of our vessels are equipped with gender specific, gender neutral or single stall restrooms
- ADA accessibility – Our crew is trained to help guests with wheelchairs, strollers, scooters, etc. to navigate our docks, vessels and facilities. For specific ADA questions, please call our office at 206.623.1445
Departure Information
Your Harbor Cruise departs from Pier 55 on the Seattle Waterfront – 1101 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101.
Find departure address & parking information – HERE
Additional Details
Cruise route is approximate and can change based on each sailing’s weather patterns, vessel traffic, and other non-predictable factors, and based on our experienced captains’ discretion. Boarding begins about 20 minutes prior to departure and onboard seating is first-come, first-served.
Purchase First to Board for first access to board, visit the bar, and find a seat. Vessel available on the day of your sailing may vary.
No outside food or drink allowed onboard.
Sightseeing? Seattle CityPASS® saves up to 47% by bundling our 1-hour Harbor Cruise with admission to 4 more top Seattle attractions, in one easy purchase.
First to Board
Skip the line, board first! Your exclusive pass to priority boarding, 15% off all beverages during your Harbor Cruise, and a covered waiting area. Select First to Board as an Add-on during checkout.
Combo Tickets
Have plans for more than just a cruise? Combo tickets are a great way to enhance your trip with additional sights.
Groups
Traveling or visiting with a larger crew? We got you! Experience Seattle altogether on one of our public sightseeing cruises.