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Welcome to the Argosy Cruises Blog! Read through a variety of topics including our history, Seattle spots, insider tips and more.
Special Events
The Ultimate UW Husky Football Game Day Guide (2026)
Few college football settings feel as distinctly Seattle as a game at Husky Stadium. Set along the shores of Lake Washington, Husky Stadium combines one of the most scenic venues in college football with an atmosphere that starts long before ...
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Sightseeing Cruises
The Ultimate Guide to Seattle’s Ballard Locks
Each year, visitors gather along the shore to watch boats rise and fall inside the lock chambers. But the best way to understand how the locks work is to travel through them yourself. Argosy’s Locks Cruise takes you on a ...
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Gas Works Park Guide: What to See, Do, and Eat Near Lake Union
Few places capture Seattle’s personality quite like Gas Works Park. Set on the north shore of Lake Union, the park combines grassy hills, panoramic skyline views, and the rusted remains of a former gasification plant. It is part picnic destination, ...
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Romantic Things to Do in Seattle: A Date Night Guide for Locals and Visitors
Seattle is a city built for great dates. The waterfront, the mountains, the constantly changing light, the ferries crossing the bay at all hours. You don’t have to work very hard to put together a memorable evening here. This guide ...
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Seattle Sunset Times: A Month-by-Month Guide to the Emerald City’s Golden Hour
Seattle is famous for its dramatic sunsets. With Puget Sound to the west, the Olympic Mountains silhouetted on the horizon, and the city skyline lit up in pink and gold, the Emerald City delivers some of the most photogenic evenings ...
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Locks Cruise Highlights & Sights
If you take an Argosy Locks Cruise, get ready for loads of fun facts and historical information from our talented local guides. Coast past the iconic Seattle skyline, Discovery Park, and go through the boat elevator into Lake Union or ...
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Holidays
Top 5 Ways to Celebrate the 4th of July with Kids
Top 5 Ways to Celebrate the 4th of July with Kids What do you do if it’s Independence Day but your kids aren’t quite independent? Luckily, there are lots of fun activities to do with kids around the Seattle area ...
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Argosy’s Summer Lineup
Argosy’s Summer Lineup Who’s ready for summer? We are! Introducing our Summer Lineup of fun activities happening with us so you know what opportunities you have to get out onto the water during the sunny season. Seattle thrives in the ...
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Fund For Those In Need x Argosy Cruises – 2024
Cheers to Another Great Year and Holiday Season The Annual Christmas Ship™ Festival concluded on December 23rd bringing holiday cheer to the water for a wondrous month by sending The Spirit of Seattle out for themed sailings, lighting up Lake ...
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Seattle Holiday Events Starting in November
Seattle Holiday Events Starting in November The holiday season can get busy fast, with so much to do and little time. Between buying gifts, wrapping presents, and showing family around town, it’s important to make holiday memories of your own! ...
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How to Celebrate Earth Day!
How to Celebrate Earth Day! Happy early Earth Day folks – who’s ready to celebrate Mother Nature’s birthday? It’s important to take the time to realize just how much each and every one of us affects the land we live ...
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Where in Seattle to Grab A Sweet Treat
Where in Seattle to Get a Sweet Treat There are multiple elements that go into a great Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day and that is the sweet treat! If you’re searching for Sweet Treats in Seattle to enjoy on these special ...
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Fund For Those In Need x Argosy Cruises
The Annual Christmas Shipâ„¢ Festival Concludes A yearly tradition to the Seattle community, the Argosy Cruises Christmas Shipâ„¢ Festival adds another great season to the books. This year, many of you have created memories and shared this festive experience with ...
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6 Essential Tips for Sightseeing with Kids
6 Essential Tips for Sightseeing with Kids Written by Carrie Stewart Visiting a new place with kids can be an amazing and memorable experience, but if you don’t plan ahead, it can quickly become stressful. To make the most of ...
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What To Do For Mother’s Day Weekend!
Wondering where to take mom this Mother’s Day? The forecast is looking bright for this upcoming Mother’s Day Seattle weekend and we’ve got a small, but mighty list of things you can do to celebrate the motherly figures in your ...
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