Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
During this 1-hour cruise around Elliott Bay, experience all the beauty and history Seattle has to offer. With live narration from a local guide, learn about Seattle’s historic waterfront and get 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. Enhance your experience with our curated selection of local snacks and signature beverages available for purchase onboard.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All vessels offer both indoor & outdoor seating
Check-in 30 minutes prior to tour. Boarding gate closes 5 minutes prior to departure
Wheelchair accessible. PLEASE CALL in advance to secure crew/boarding support.
Kids (3 and under) ride free but do require a boarding pass
All vessels have bathrooms
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront
Begin your cruise from Seattle’s historic and lively central waterfront! Learn about both the past and present from your local tour guide as you cruise by the many piers and landmarks. You’ll see popular sights like the Space Needle, Great Wheel, Overlook Park, etc.
Seattle Great Wheel
See the Seattle Great Wheel in its entirety as you cruise by Pier 57! Another popular location for both water and city views. This attraction opened in 2012, doubling as a fun ride and a great place for expansive views.
What‘s Included
Live narration
1-hour sightseeing cruise
Interior and exterior seating areas
Restrooms available on board
Snacks and beverages (available for purchase)
Gratuities
Options
First to Board Tickets
First to Board Upgrade: Skip the line and be first to board, first to the bar, first to pick the perfect seat, and receive 15% off drinks!
General Tickets
Reviews
2,091 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good tourist option for nice day
Eugenia C,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Basic tourist cruise, well narrated and interesting on a nice day. There are concessions on boat and price was reasonable for trip
Great Tour Guide
Mavis P,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience and the crew was friendly! The orator was very knowledgeable and delivered a great history of Elliott Bay and its surroundings! He captivated his audience with charismatic charm and vibrant voice!
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Doug R,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat tour was great. The tour guide was very informative and we saw and learned lots of neat things about Seattle. We appreciated the bar and snacks for sale on the cruise. It was the right amount of time - not too long or too short, and easy to get to and easy to check in.
Great way to spend an hour
Stefanie H,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A chance to see Seattle from another angle.....and learn about the working port around Elliot Bay. Great informative staff!
Good cruise
Fromthe530,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Angelo was a good tour guide- lots of information about the sights as we cruised by them. He was friendly and chatted with the passengers and answered questions throughout the ride. Boat was clean, staff were very friendly and welcoming, cruise was smooth. An hour was a good amount of time to learn about Seattle and get a great view of the skyline.
Nice trip.
Mary P,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew was very friendly. The trip was informative about history and buildings. I really don't know why my response has to be over 190 characters.
Lovely guide great tour and view!
Lee S,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy to locate on the pier! Each pier is clearly numbered. Check in takes place at easily recognisable tents before boarding. Boarding and departure were all prompt. And the tour was on time start to finish. Kyle the tour guide was informative and humorous without over doing it. We had a lucky day with a clear view over the sound with a perfect view of mount rainer!
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Ginaline D,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was fun with added history about Seattle. It was a bit chilly and breezy morning. Nice to see Seattle from the Elliott Bay's angle.
Friendly, knowledgeable staff.
alanhY9303FG,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This 1 hour harbor tour is very good. Recommended. The staff were very friendly. The guide and other staff were very knowledgeable. In addition to all that the guide pointed out, he answered every question that the passengers asked. We paid extra to be first on, which would be well worth it on a day that there were lots of passengers.
Rainy
Nicolette H,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy but informational. The second floor starboard side is the best. The hot chocolate and popcorn are super affordable
From US$45.70
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