Seattle Harbor Cruise

CRUISE LENGTH

1 Hour

Departs from

Pier 55

Details

Led by Local Guide

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 Harbor 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.

Seattle Skyline

Container Shipping

Mount Rainier

Olympic Sculpture Park

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.

      
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   John Welker 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly informative narration….very friendly crew…..beautiful fall day
  
 
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   Natalia Arce 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great tour guide!!
  
 
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   Lina 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such a great experience with beautiful views from the water.
  
 
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   Jonathan Phan 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +2
Taking the Argosy Cruise from the Seattle Waterfront at Pier 55 was easily one of the highlights of exploring the city. Boarding was smooth and efficient, and the crew welcomed everyone aboard right on schedule. The vessel itself was clean, spacious, and offered comfortable climate-controlled indoor seating alongside expansive open-air viewing decks. As the boat pulled out into Elliott Bay, the panoramic views of the Seattle skyline, the Great Wheel, and the Space Needle were stunning. On a clear day, catching sight of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier across the water makes the trip truly unforgettable.
The live narration throughout the tour was engaging, sharp, and struck the perfect balance between maritime history and fun local trivia. The guide shared fascinating details about the working port, the shipping terminals, and how the city’s waterfront evolved over the decades. The pacing of the one-hour harbor loop was just right, leaving plenty of time to take photos from every angle without feeling rushed. Down below, the onboard snack bar offered a solid selection of local craft beers, cider, coffee, and quick bites. Having a warm drink in hand while cruising along the bay made the entire ride comfortable and relaxing.
I strongly recommend booking your tickets online well in advance since peak afternoon and weekend departures sell out quickly. Arriving about 20 to 30 minutes before boarding starts is ideal if you want to snag an open bench along the top railing. Even in good weather, bringing a light jacket or windbreaker is smart because the coastal breeze picks up once you hit open water. Whether you are visiting Seattle for the first time or showing out-of-town friends around, this cruise delivers an unmatched vantage point of the Emerald City. It was a top-tier, well-organized tour from start to finish, and I would happily ride with Argosy again.
  
 
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   Dee Miller 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was a special treat while visiting my cousin. Our guide, Amy, was fabulous and so knowledgeable. She made the cruise! Shawn, the captain, manuvered us through the locks with ease. I highly recommend this fun cruise.
Lynn Jensen
Billings, MT
  
 
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   judy swain 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +0
I was fortunate to experience an Argosy Harbor Tour, courtesy of Westin Seattle, during my bday weekend.
Weather conditions was perfect!
The crew and tour guide were friendly; however I recommend that the tour guide pause for at least five minutes during the trip so that customers can enjoy the stunning views of Seattle Harbor without constant commentary.
  
 
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   Min Min Hsu 
 2 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +9
買CityPass最划算。先預約時間，但現場沒看你的預約時間，只是按照排隊先後順序登船，所以你要提早也可以，只是刷QE CODE入場。我們選擇下午夕陽日落的時間大概17:25左右登船，選擇最上層的甲板（風很大），風景一覽無疑，船上導覽人員也會很用心的介紹沿途的建築物、船隻、山。整趟郵輪很舒適，十分值得。
  
 
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   Jennifer Winslow 
 3 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great tour! The tour guide was informative and funny. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Andrea Harding-Donald 
 3 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +2
Super fun great views quick trip around the bay
  
 
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   Dal M 
 3 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +17
My experience was amazing. We were very fortunate to have a sunny ☀️, very clear day in Seattle. My opinion is that this is a worthy experience to have in Seattle. Watch the city, the port, the sunset and rainier mountain all together is awesome. We were provided food by a catering company, not sure how it works when if it is not an employee reunion.
  
 
 
  
 
 
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