Seattle · SEATTLE HARBOR CRUISES
An hour on Elliott Bay explains the city faster than a day of walking it. The 13 below are priced and timed, with a note on which ones lock through to Lake Union and which stay in salt water.
Seattle’s one-hour Argosy harbor cruise pairs live history with skyline, mountain, stadium, port, and waterfront views for $45.70.
“The cruise was fantastic! Our host was so knowledgeable and friendly and so was the rest of the staff! We lucked out with an absolutely beautiful day which made the experience unforgettable!”
See Seattle from the water on a one-hour Argosy harbor cruise with local narration, skyline views, mountain sights, and working port activity.
“A little rainy and overcast. We were offered to rebook for another day. We continued with harbour cruise as we weren’t able to rebook. The tour guide who shared all highlights was very knowledgeable. The only complaint I had was there was young woman speaking into microphone while we were lined up to get onto the boat. I don’t know if she knew, but none of us could here a word she was saying. Only thing I caught was rain poncho. We had stopped at 3 stores prior to the harbour tour and none sold rain ponchos. I guess I heard what I needed to - lol. The harbour tour…”
Sail Elliott Bay aboard a historic tall ship for skyline, Space Needle, and mountain views, with a friendly crew and flexible afternoon departures.
“It was PHENOMENAL!!!!! Very professional staff; yet very personable. They always referred to you by your first name. It was a perfect day. The seating was extremely comfortable. I was on crutches and left them in the car because they had a wheelchair for me. Perfect weather. Very relaxing. Vibe was excellent!!!! Definitely worth another visit. Next time I’m doing their sunset sail. I HIGHLY recommend them”
Cruise Seattle from Lake Union to Puget Sound, pass houseboats and Gas Works Park, and ride through the historic Ballard Locks.
“A really excellent way to see Lake Union, get out onto the sound and learn more about the history of the bay.”
Sail Seattle Harbor aboard the Bay Lady at sunset, with skyline views, Olympic Mountains, onboard drinks, and hands-on sailing.
“Amazing!! Guides were great, the views were great. We were happy to have gotten a clear day this late in the season!”
Sail Puget Sound privately from Seattle aboard the S/V Kingsley, with skyline, mountain, wildlife, sunset views, and BYOB flexibility.
“Captain Mark was an awesome guide. We had such an amazing sail. Cherished memories with my daughters. Thank you!”
Cruise Seattle’s Lake Union past floating homes, Gas Works Park, UW, and skyline views with a captain-guide, cocktails, and BYOB flexibility.
“Boat ride was nice as it was a beautiful day! The trip description said we would view the wheel from the boat. That didn’t happen. Not sure if our guide was having a bad day but he was not engaged at all and generally pretty mosesrable. Barely saw him after the first 1/2 hr and seemed unhappy to have us on the boat. We all tried to not let it affect the trip tho since we paid so much!!”
Sail Seattle Harbor aboard the schooner Bay Lady for skyline views, mountain scenery, marine life, hands-on sailing, and a relaxed two-hour cruise.
“Excellent time out on the water! The crew was very entertaining and made it exciting. We had the best time!!!”
Cruise from Seattle Waterfront through Ballard Locks to Lake Union for skyline views, live narration, houseboats, and a hands-on tide change.
“Very good view of the city from the water. Guide was very good and had lots of fun facts and good stories about Seattle history.”
Review the private Lake Union cruise in Seattle, with Space Needle views, floating homes, seaplanes, BYOB rules, pricing, and practical tips.
“Our captain was Brian and he was fabulous! One of the most favorite things we did in Seattle! The lake is beautiful and Brian gave us lots of intersting information about the area and recommended additional things to do and see. I highly recommend taking this wonderful cruise!”
Taste six South Lake Union food stops, from heirloom corn tamales to Korean-Hawaiian fusion, with Chef Eric and a look at Amazon's Spheres.
“Host was really cool and had a lot of knowledge about the food and the area. It’s easy to see how much he looks cooking. Had fun, thx!”
Review of Argosy’s 90-minute Seattle Summer Views Cruise, with skyline, Alki, Olympic Mountain, sunset, onboard bar, costs, and practical tips.
“It was great! Bring a jacket if going on sunset cruise. Drinks were good. Sunset was beautiful! Made for great photos!”
Sail Elliott Bay from downtown Seattle on a relaxed two-hour yacht cruise with skyline, mountain views, and your own picnic supplies.
“Crew friendly and proficient with their sailing abilities. Thought we would go further into the Puget sound but we stayed in the bay. Just went straight out and turned around to come back. Was also hoping for more info on the areas we were looking at, but crew was more interested in talking to another local about restaurants etc.. who was on the boat too.”
Pick a pier, a mountain road or a kitchen.
