Seattle Boat Ride
Boat Ride Options
During the booking process of your boat ride around Seattle, you can opt for a tour of the port or a tour of the locks. In both cases, there will be an English-speaking guide on board who will explain everything you'll see from the boat.
Please read below the details for each tour:
Port of Seattle Boat Ride (1 Hour)
At the designated time, we'll set sail from Pier 55 to start this lovely boat ride around the port of Seattle.
Throughout the ride, you'll discover the history of one of the largest maritime terminals on the west coast of the United States, located on the shores of Elliott Bay.
From the boat, you'll admire some of the most emblematic monuments in Seattle, like the spectacular Space Needle, the Smith Tower, or the Olympic Sculpture Park.
Plus, as you sail around the port of Seattle, you'll see in the distance the peaks of the Cascade Range, the Olympic National Park, and Mount Rainier.
After 1 hour enjoying this boat ride, we'll conclude the journey by returning to the departure pier.
Ballard Locks of Seattle Boat Ride (2 Hours)
For this boat ride, you must choose between two starting points:
- Pier 54, located on the port of Seattle, on the shores of Elliott Bay
- AGC Marina, located next to Lake Union
Please note that if you opt for sailing from Pier 54, the boat ride will end at the AGC Marina, and vice versa, as we follow a circular boat itinerary. You'll be able to move between both locations on foot, by taxi, or on the sightseeing bus of Seattle, which is not included in the price of the boat ride.
The itinerary for both options of this tour will be the following:
At the designated time, we'll set sail from the chosen pier. From here, we'll sail toward the Ballard Locks. This complex of locks, named after the engineer Hiram M. Chittenden, connects Puget Sound with Lake Washington.
As this sound and the lake have different water levels, the locks let boats go up and down the sections. You'll see how these spectacular hydraulic constructions act like elevators for the boats in person!
Finally, we'll end this boat ride at Pier 54 (if you departed from the AGC Marina) or at the AGC Marina (if you departed from Pier 54).
More Information
Duration
1 - 2h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Boat ride
English–speaking guide
Not included
Transport between the boarding point and the docking pier (only for the locks tour)
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Free wheelchair loan service available. Accessible toilets.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Argosy Cruises
Corporate name: Argosy LP
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
