Transportation service via the Blake Island Fast Ferry will continue through September. Learn More.
Locks Cruise
Due to the evolving uncertainty of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to suspend all public tours through spring 2021. Exact reopen date to be announced – check back for more.
We are still operating the Blake Island Fast Ferry, your newest connection to the outdoors! Learn More
Take a ride on the boat elevator
Enjoy the spectacular views and experience the transition from salt to fresh water on a Locks Cruise! This fully narrated tour provides you with knowledge, fun facts, and the chance to become the attraction to those on shore as your vessel raises up or lowers, due to the ever-changing tides of Puget Sound.
Your experience includes:
- One-way trip through the Hiram M. Chittenden (Ballard) Locks
- Live, full narration with facts about Seattle history and industry
- Up-close views of large fishing vessels, seaplanes, floating home communities and more
- Full-service bar on board with cocktails, local wine and beer, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks
Have a group of 20 or more? Book a group tour and save
- Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
- Seattle Skyline
- Salt Water & Fresh Water
- Floating Homes & Houseboats
- Historical Bridges, including the Fremont and Ballard bridges
- Full-service bar – Sip on local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages like mai tais in summer and hot cocoas in winter (Please, no outside drink permitted)
- Variety of local snacks – Purchase from a menu of delicious pre-packaged sandwiches, salads and snacks (Please, no outside food permitted)
- Indoor/Outdoor seating – Whether you enjoy the breeze through your hair or like to stay cozy, you have the choice of indoor or outdoor seating
- 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
The Locks Cruise departs from either the Seattle Waterfront or the AGC Marina in South Lake Union. Please check boarding confirmation for boarding location. The Locks Cruise with Transportation always departs from the Seattle Waterfront.
Map Legend:
Pink = Cruise Route
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. Seating on board our vessels is first-come, first-served and will begin 20 minutes prior to departure. Vessel available on the day of your sailing may vary.
Before you depart:
1Book your reservations
2E-pass or print at home
3Board your vessel
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