---
title: Seattle Harbor Cruise
slug: harbor-cruise-seattle
type: attraction
sub_type: sightseeing cruises
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/harbor-cruise-seattle
city: Seattle
state: WA
country: US
address: Pier 55, 1101 Alaskan Way, Seattle Waterfront
geo:
  lat: 47.60505
  lng: -122.34026
duration: up to 1 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:59:29.745Z
price_from:
  amount: 37
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 5067
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise
        price: 36.71
        regular_price: 39
        savings: 2.29
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Youth (4-12 yrs)
            min_age: 4
            max_age: 12
          - name: Child (0-3 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 3
---
## Overview

Admire Seattle’s famous landmarks from the water during this guided Seattle Harbor Cruise, featuring sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains, the Space Needle, and The Seattle Great Wheel with live commentary and a full-service bar.

## What's Included

- 1-hour guided Seattle Harbor Cruise with live onboard commentary
- Panoramic views of Seattle skyline, Olympic Mountains, and Puget Sound
- Access to indoor seating and outdoor decks
- Full-service bar offering cocktails, local wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks
- Restrooms onboard
- ADA accessibility with crew assistance for wheelchairs, strollers, and scooters

## What's Not Included

- Outside food and beverages are not permitted onboard

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## Ticket Options

- **Harbor Sightseeing Cruise** — $36.71 (regularly $39.00, save $2.29)
  See why Seattle is called the Emerald City during this 1-hour Seattle Harbor cruise, from the city skyline and historic Seattle waterfront to sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound. Includes live onboard commentary throughout the cruise.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Youth (4-12 yrs)
  - Child (0-3 yrs)

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## Good to Know

- The cruise is suitable for all ages
- Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to departure, boarding starts 20 minutes prior, and gates close 5 minutes before departure
- Guests should wear low or no heels and bring a coat or light jacket for outdoor deck strolls
- Pets are not permitted onboard except for service animals under specific conditions
- Per Washington State law, all vessels are non-smoking and non-vaping, including on the outer decks

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### What should I wear? 

The docks and vessels do move around on the water, so guests should wear low or no heels. Bring a coat or light jacket should you want to stroll the outer decks of the vessels.

### Where does the cruise depart?

The cruise departs from 1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 55, Seattle, WA 98101. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the tour departure and boarding starts 20 minutes prior. Gates close 5 minutes prior to departure to allow Captain and crew to complete safety checks and untie the boat for an on-time departure.

### Is the tour appropriate for children? 

Children of all ages are welcome on the cruise.

### Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

The crew is trained to help guests navigate both the docks and the vessels and are prepared to assist.

### Can I bring my camera?

Yes, you will get great photo opportunities!

### How long is the tour?

The live narrated cruise is approximately 1 hour.

### What’s included in my ticket/experience? 

Fully narrated (live) with facts and history of Seattle past and present. 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.

### Can I bring my own food/beverages?

There is no outside food or beverages allowed onboard. There are snacks, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

### Can I bring my pet? 

Due to the various food preparation permits, pets are not permitted onboard but service animals are allowed. If you bring a service animal, you may be asked: Is the animal required because of a disability? This is a yes or no question. You are not required to, nor can you be asked to, disclose the nature or details of the disability. If the animal is not required because of a disability, then it will not be permitted. What is the nature of the work or task(s) that the animal is trained to perform? This question will not be asked if the nature of the work or task is readily apparent, such as a Seeing Eye dog. If the animal is not trained to perform specific work or tasks to assist the individual because of a disability, then it will not be permitted.

### What is the smoking policy? 

Per Washington State law, all vessels are non-smoking and non-vaping, including on the outer decks.

## Reviews

> "Great"
> — Fran Trotter, May 2023