Happy hour is even better with fresh air, drinks in hand, and the Seattle skyline all around you.
The Seattle Happy Hour Cruise sails seasonally, with the final cruise of 2026 departing September 20. Book your spot and raise a glass to the last days of summer on Elliott Bay.
The Seattle Happy Hour Cruise takes the after-work ritual out of the bar and onto Elliott Bay. Whether you’re meeting friends, planning a casual date night, entertaining visitors, or simply looking for a different way to enjoy the city, this laid-back 1.5-hour cruise gives you room to sip, socialize, and see Seattle from the water.
With minimal narration and one drink included with every ticket, it’s your favorite happy hour with a much better view.
A Floating Happy Hour With Seattle All Around You
Seattle has no shortage of great patios, rooftop bars, and waterfront restaurants. But why settle for one view when the view can move with you?
The Seattle Happy Hour Cruise departs from the downtown waterfront and travels through Elliott Bay, passing Alki Point and opening up panoramic views of the city skyline, shipping port, Puget Sound, and Olympic Mountains. On clear evenings, you may even catch a glimpse of Mount Rainier.
Choose a spot on the open-air deck and enjoy the breeze, or head indoors when you want a cozier place to catch up. Either way, the city stays in view.
Your First Drink Is Included
Every Happy Hour Cruise ticket includes one beverage. Choose the signature happy hour cocktail or mocktail, or substitute a beer or glass of wine.
Additional beverages and snacks are available for purchase from the full-service onboard bar throughout the cruise. Argosy’s beverage selection highlights local and regional producers whenever possible, giving you another taste of the Pacific Northwest while you take in the scenery.
Please note that outside food and beverages are not permitted onboard.
Made for Sipping, Socializing, and Slowing Down
Unlike Argosy’s fully narrated sightseeing tours, the Happy Hour Cruise features minimal narration. The atmosphere is designed for conversation, music, drinks, and uninterrupted Seattle views.
It’s a great fit for:
- After-work gatherings
- Casual date nights
- Birthday outings
- Catching up with friends
- Hosting out-of-town guests
- Groups looking for something beyond the usual bar
- Locals who want to see their city differently
You don’t need to be visiting Seattle to appreciate it from the water. Sometimes the best way to reconnect with the city is simply to step away from shore.
A Seattle Happy Hour for Rain or Shine
A few clouds don’t have to cancel your plans. Argosy vessels offer both open-air deck space and indoor seating, so you can move between the fresh air and a comfortable covered area throughout the cruise.
On sunny evenings, head outside for expansive views and photo opportunities. When classic Seattle weather rolls in, grab a drink, settle in indoors, and watch the city through the windows.
The skyline looks good in every forecast.
Happy Hour Cruise Highlights
Your experience includes:
- A 1.5-hour cruise through Elliott Bay and Puget Sound
- One signature cocktail or mocktail, beer, or wine
- Minimal narration for a relaxed, social atmosphere
- Panoramic Seattle skyline and waterfront views
- Views of Alki Point, the Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier when conditions allow
- Indoor seating and open-air deck space
- A full-service bar with additional drinks and snacks available for purchase
Planning Your Seattle Happy Hour Cruise
The Seattle Happy Hour Cruise departs from Pier 54, located at 1001 Alaskan Way, one pier south of Argosy Cruises’ main location on the Seattle waterfront.
Boarding typically begins approximately 20 minutes before departure. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early if your group would like to sit together or claim a favorite outdoor viewing spot.
Cruise routes may vary depending on weather, vessel traffic, and the captain’s discretion.
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Sip Local on the Seattle Waterfront
Argosy is proud to feature a rotating selection of beverages from local and regional producers. Our onboard menu may include Seattle-made spirits, Washington wines, craft beers, and non-alcoholic options, giving you the opportunity to sip local while seeing the city from the water.
Selections are subject to change, so check the onboard menu to discover what’s pouring during your cruise.
