--- title: Seattle Locks Cruise slug: locks-cruise-seattle type: attraction sub_type: sightseeing cruises source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/locks-cruise-seattle city: Seattle state: WA country: US address: 1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 55 geo: lat: 47.60504 lng: -122.34031 duration: 1-2 hour cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:13:09.479Z price_from: amount: 49 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 5128 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: One-way Locks from Elliott BayPier 54 price: 49 regular_price: 54 savings: 5 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 - name: One-way Locks from South Lake UnionAGC Marina price: 49 regular_price: 54 savings: 5 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 Travel through the Ballard Locks into Lake Union on a 2-hour narrated cruise, enjoying views of Seattle's historic waterfront, marine life, and iconic landmarks. ## What's Included - Live narration from the captain - 2-hour one-way cruise through the Ballard Locks - Access to indoor seating and outdoor space - Onboard restrooms - ADA accessibility with trained crew assistance ## What's Not Included - Outside food and beverages (only onboard purchases allowed) - Outside drinks (full-service bar available onboard) ## Ticket Options - **One-way Locks from Elliott BayPier 54** — $49.00 (regularly $54.00, save $5.00) Journey through Seattle’s iconic Ballard Locks on this narrated one-way cruise! Watch as the vessel transitions between salt and fresh water, passing seaplanes, fishing boats, and floating homes. Enjoy stunning city views and onboard refreshments for a unique maritime adventure. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Youth (4-12 yrs) - Child (0-3 yrs) - **One-way Locks from South Lake UnionAGC Marina** — $49.00 (regularly $54.00, save $5.00) Experience Seattle’s famous Ballard Locks on this scenic one-way cruise! Learn fascinating history while gliding past seaplanes, historic neighborhoods, and waterfront landmarks. Witness the dramatic water level change and enjoy drinks and snacks from the onboard bar. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Youth (4-12 yrs) - Child (0-3 yrs) ## Good to Know - Cruise duration: 2 hours - One-way cruise starts and ends at two different Seattle marinas (choose departure location carefully) - Seating onboard vessels is first-come, first-served, starting 20 minutes before departure - Family-friendly - Onboard amenities include a full-service bar, local snacks, salads, and pre-packaged sandwiches for purchase - No outside food or drinks permitted - The ship's crew assists guests with wheelchairs, strollers, and scooters - Pets not allowed, except service animals complying with disability laws - Vessels are non-smoking and non-vaping, including outer decks - Wear low or no heels; bring a coat or light jacket for outer deck strolls - The cruise sails rain or shine; ships are enclosed and climate-controlled - Sailing in calm inland waters minimizes seasickness risks - Great photo opportunities throughout the cruise ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### What should I wear? Our docks and vessels do move around on the water, so we recommend our guests wear low or no heels when joining us. We also recommend having a coat or light jacket should you want to stroll the outer decks of our vessels. ### Where do we depart? With this experience, you will start at Pier 55 or AGC Marina and end in a new location. ### Is the cruise appropriate for children? Yes, this cruise is family friendly. ### Is the cruise wheelchair accessible? Our crew is trained to help guests navigate both our docks and our vessels and are prepared to assist. ### Can I bring my camera? Yes, great photo opportunities! ### How long is the cruise? Approximately 2 hours. ### Can I bring my food/beverages? Coolers permitted? 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 our various food preparation permits, we are unable to invite pets onboard with the exception of service animals. 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 of our vessels are non-smoking and non-vaping, including on the outer decks. ### Do you sail in inclement weather? Absolutely. Our ships are fully enclosed and climate-controlled for your comfort. We sail rain or shine all year long. Captains may adjust routes to best manage conditions during sailing. ### Will I get seasick? It is highly unlikely. Our boats sail in the calm waters of the inner harbor of Elliott Bay as well as the protected waters of Lake Union and Lake Washington. We do not go out into open ocean water. Weather conditions and the wakes of large vessels can move our boats about, something which our captains are prepared to accommodate for during sailings.