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Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour & Ballard Locks Tour

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About this tour.

Sail around Seattle Harbor or the Ballard Locks with Gray Line Seattle’s real-time narrated tours. Our guides provide intensive histories of the uniquely Seattle culture that arose as part of its visible waterfront. While you’re onboard, you’ll get the chance to see Seattle’s signature skyline and the outline of the Olympic Mountains. If you’re lucky, you may even see some marine wildlife and glimpses of Mount Rainier.

See Seattle From A New Perspective

• You’ll get to see Seattle from the sea with this Harbor Cruise.

Stop By The Waterfront

• Experience the hustle and bustle of the famous Seattle waterfront and learn more about its past (courtesy of Argosy Cruises).
• Get in touch with Seattle’s roots as you explore the city via sea and land. Discover well-known locations and hidden gems as a group or on your own — whatever works best for you!
• Benefit from Gray Line Seattle’s business partnerships and get 10% off meals and drinks at local restaurants.

Must See Seattle Hop On Hop Off Pass

Don’t miss out on any of seattle’s famous landmarks.

Our Must See Seattle Hop On Hop Off Pass is a fun and flexible way to see the best of the city! With our 24 or 48-hour ticket, you’ll get unlimited access to all of the highlights available on our route —a total of 17 stops!

(First tour starts at 10:00 am, last pick-ups of the day start at 4:00 or 5:00 pm – season dependent)

1 : SPACE NEEDLE

2 : frs clipper, 3 : edgewater hotel, 4: pier 66 - cruise terminal, 5: pier 55 - argosy cruises, 6 : pioneer & occidental square, 7 : historic chinatown gate, 8 : panama hotel & tea house, 9 : sky view observatory, 10 : seattle library, 11 : seattle convention center, 12: pike place market, 13 : pike brewing company, 14: seattle art museum, 15 : seattle waterfront at pier 55, 16 : the original starbucks @ pike place market, 17: amazon spheres, frequently asked questions (faqs).

Yes. All vessels come equipped with a single-stall bathroom.

It is highly unlikely that you will get seasick. Our tour boats sail in the calm waters of Elliott Bay’s inner harbor and the protected waters of Lake Union and Lake Washington. Since they never go out onto the open ocean, you likely will not even feel the boat rocking.

There are 17 stops in total.

Absolutely not! Seattle is well-known for its rainy weather, and our tours run rain or shine. Don’t forget to bring along an umbrella!

Excluding boarding and disembarking time, the cruise itself is about 1 hour long.

Yes, you may have food and drink onboard. There is also a full-service bar that serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. To use the bar, guests must be at least 21 years old).

Yes! Children of all ages are welcome.

You will get off the bus at Stop #5. Argosy Cruise is located right next door at Pier 55.

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes that can get wet (no high heels, please). Bring a light jacket for strolling on the outer decks.

Please be checked in at the dock at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure. The boarding gate closes 5 minutes prior to departure.

Cruises depart from Pier 55 on the Seattle Waterfront. The formal address is: 1011 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101.

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Admire some of Seattle’s famous landmarks from the water during this guided Seattle Harbor Cruise. Enjoy sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and iconic sites like the Space Needle and The Seattle Great Wheel from the spacious outdoor or indoor decks. Live commentary is provided throughout and a full-service bar is available for food and drink purchases. up to 1 hrs 1 or more people

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• Family-friendly.
• Cruise duration: 1 hour.
• Full-service bar on board.
• Views everyone will enjoy!
• The cruise is fully narrated.
• Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to tour time.

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• Indoor seating/Outdoor space.
• ADA accessibility – The ship's crew is trained to help guests with wheelchairs, strollers, scooters, etc. to navigate our docks, vessels and facilities.

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Seattle Harbor Cruise is located at Argosy Cruises • 1101 Alaskan Way • Seattle , WA 98101

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• Seattle Locks Cruise
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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle Harbor Cruise

What are the hours of operation.

Daily, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

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. If you are attending a private event through an individual or company, we recommend you check with your host as to the appropriate attire for your function.

Where does the cruise depart?

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 all of our public tours.

Is the tour 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 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 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 your smoking policy?

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

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For over 75 years Argosy Cruises has been proud to be Seattle’s “friend with a boat,” showing locals and visitors a side of Seattle they rarely get to see. Come discover and celebrate the beauty, tradition, and history of the Pacific Northwest by boat for fully-narrated, family-friendly tours. Your tickets to spectacular views and majestic backdrops await!

Harbor Cruise – 1 hour tour The quintessential Seattle cruise experience. Learn Seattle history, be dazzled by the ever-evolving Emerald City skyline, explore the workings of our shipping port and get a close-up view of Seattle’s historic waterfront. All this while surrounded by the beauty of Elliott Bay and the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.

Locks Cruise – 2 hour tour Travel from salt to fresh water – through the beating workboat heart of Seattle – and become the attraction to those on shore as your vessel raises up or lowers with the ever-changing tides of Puget Sound. Between Elliott Bay and Lake Union you’ll be surrounded by floating homes and houseboats, large fishing vessels, seaplanes, majestic city parks, and more. Get double the narration and sightseeing as you explore three Seattle neighborhoods in one go.

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Guests always enjoy this narrated 1-hour tour of Seattle’s vibrant and historic harbor. With never-ending skyline views and wide-open outdoor decks, this tour is perfect for visitors and locals alike. Highlights include the colorful waterfront, the spectacular city skyline, one of the world’s largest shipping terminals, and the majestic Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges.

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There are a million different attractions that fight for your attention in Seattle. The Space Needle, The Great Wheel, Pike Place Market — the list goes on and on. While Tove and I always wanted to take an Argosy Cruises harbor tour, it was never near the top of our to-do list. That all changed when we recently won tickets for an Argosy Cruise at a local charity auction.

Tove and I didn’t waste anytime cashing in our winnings. If you know us, you know we like to live spontaneously. That means we didn’t plan our Argosy Cruises harbor tour until the very last-minute. Luckily, there are several tours every day ( click here for the full schedule — it changes throughout the year), so Tove and I had no problem getting on a boat.

An Argosy Cruises harbor tour takes you on an 8.5 miles, one-hour adventure around Elliott Bay. You launch off Pier 55, cruise along the waterfront near Smith Cove, and then make a turn toward West Seattle. You then loop by Harbor Island and take a quick detour at the Port of Seattle before heading back downtown.

The entire tour is narrated by one of the Argosy Cruises harbor tour guides. The narration is definitely aimed at tourists, but it’s loaded with fun information. We’ve lived in the Seattle area for a long time, but we still had a great time learning new things about our incredible city.

There’s a good reason Argosy Cruises gears their harbor tour at tourists: they are everywhere in Seattle during the summer. The couple behind us in the boarding line was from Texas, while the people next to us on the boat were from Michigan and Arizona. They quickly learned that we were from Seattle, so they had all sorts of questions for us. It was nice to dispel some of the Seattle stereotypes they had, especially how much it rains here.

Seattle put on quite a show for the out-of-towners. We had a perfect summer day for our Argosy Cruises harbor tour, so we saw incredible views of Seattle, the Cascade Mountains and Mount Rainier . I’m addicted to the Seattle skyline , so that was my favorite part of the tour. As for Tove, she loved getting an up-close view of the Port of Seattle (as she says, the port is the bread-and-butter of the city — one of the major reasons Seattle exists). Plus, nothing beats being on the water on a beautiful day in Seattle.

NOTE: Even if there’s not great weather, you can still enjoy an Argosy Cruises harbor tour. There is indoor seating with plenty of large windows. And if the weather is a little chilly, there’s a full bar inside to keep you nice and warm.

You can also spot sea life on an Argosy Cruises harbor tour. We saw two harbor seals chilling in the water (a common sight on Elliott Bay), and the guide also told us to keep our eyes peeled for Dall’s porpoises, sea lions and Orca whales (even though Orcas are a rare find in the area).

Tove and I had tickets that we won at an auction, but an Argosy Cruises harbor tour usually comes at a cost. Tickets for adults are $39 each, while seniors get on board for $32 and kids (4-12 years old) cruise for $20 during the peak season. You can also get a great deal on an Argosy Cruises harbor tour (and five other Seattle attractions) with a CityPASS . If you’re visiting Seattle, don’t miss out on the 43% CityPASS savings.

An Argosy Cruises harbor tour isn’t a “must” for locals (even though you can still have a great time like we did), but we think it’s a great idea for anyone visiting Seattle (or hosting visitors from out-of-town). You can learn a lot about the city, soak in some incredible views, and keep moving along to other attractions in a little more than an hour.

Have you ever taken an Argosy Cruises harbor tour? How was your experience? We’d love to hear all about it! Please leave your comments below or connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . Don’t forget to also check out Seattle Bloggers for more awesome attractions in the Emerald City.

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Argosy Cruises - Lake Union

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“ If you are taking a cruise of South Lake Union and Lake Washington , it would be at the latter location. ” in 8 reviews

“ You get a good view of the house from Sleepless in Seattle and Bill Gate 's house, which I thought was nifty because I'm a big ol' nerd. ” in 3 reviews

“ Eric (if I remember his name correctly) was a great narrator . ” in 3 reviews

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I waited a really long time to use a voucher I had received for the Argosy locks cruise just a little while prior to the pandemic. I had rescheduled this multiple times and had it cancelled due to covid restrictions and closures. I was able to easily reschedule via email once I realized they were open again and everyone that helped me was so nice and made this process super easy. I am so appreciative of this level of assistance. I finally got it booked and managed to enjoy the cruise on a beautiful summer day with high temperatures where the wind from the upper deck was greatly appreciated. Do be forewarned if you are not a fan of the heat and the sun this could be quite warm. Some places are shaded, but inside was very hot. A cool drink will make this better. I've been on this cruise before, but it's been many years. We came on a Sunday and took advantage of nearby free street parking. We opted to park in the middle of the two docks so that we would not need an alternate mode of transportation to get back to our car. Its interesting to me that this is a one way cruise, but that does make sense to me. It gives you a chance to enjoy more of the city on foot if you are visiting from out of town. We opted to stop off for dinner and drinks in Belltown afterwards. Lake Union is beautiful on a summer day and the narration of this tour always teaches me somethign I had forgotten about this city. I love seeing all the people out on the water and waving to the other boats. The locks had been closed to foot visitors for the pandemic so it was nice to experience this via boat after so long. Do be sure to wear sunscreen and bring a hat, maybe one with a string as it sounds like they are known to blow away. Drinks are pricey, but there is a full bar. Some snacks are available. I enjoyed a small popcorn for 3$. I had read that bringing your own drinks was not allowed, but did witness some people with Starbucks. I would have liked to have known if I could bring a bottled water. Masks are currently required when not actively eating or drinking, which was also hard to determine from the website.

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Dec 29, 2021

Thank you for your review! I am glad you enjoyed the sights and narration. Here at Argosy we strive to provide magnificent experiences that show off the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, and our boat crew aim for their narration to be as informative as possible while also being entertaining. Again, thank you for your wonderful review. We hope you will cruise with us again in 2022.

Ice cream cruise? Yes! Bring your dogs: Sure!! I've been eyeing their Sunday cruises for a whole year. Mainly because it's dog friendly AND it's an ice cream cruise: which my puppy love. And one fine Sunday, we actually made it!! We came for 1 pm ( last week of summer) but ended making it on the 2 pm. It was busy with long lines etc. The vessel itself wasn't that big. A few doggos were on. The galley downstairs was quite small. You can be inside, outside or upstairs. I chose upstairs with my Baci. It was quite hot!! August/September was scorching hot. It was a 40 minutes cruise but felt much longer. Hot for Baci, hot for me. We still walked around the full boat to cool down. But!! Stars way down for the ice cream part!!! It's an ice cream cruise!! And it's dog friendly: bring your dogs they say!! Andd only carry ice cream bars covered in chocolates!! Which dogs are deathly allergic to. So many kids are on the boat too and dropped those ice cream bars left and right. It was epic fail!! They didn't even sell a regular ice cream. I've never wanted to jump off a boat more. It was the only cruise that I counted seconds to end. With the heat and all those melted chocolate covered ice cream bars lying around!! I was not gonna lose my puppy over it. Such a bummer!!

I would like to tell you how our 4th of July cruise was. My husband and I arrived about 7:45pm for an 8pm departure, and immediately saw that there were no available chairs out on the deck. So we went down to the inside of the boat and found no chairs at all...just several tables scattered around the empty. I had to ask the deckhand that chairs for the guests be set out. Some chairs were then brought up for the guests, but there were clearly not enough for everyone. This was scheduled to be a 4-hour cruise and some of the guests had to stand up the entire time. And the the very limited variety of food being offered at (very high prices) I might add was sold out within the first hour of the cruise. We had two small bags of chips for $2.50 EA bag to enjoy between my husband and I for 3 hours!! But the absolute worst thing was the music being played loud enough to cause pain in your ears. My husband and I could not even talk to each other, we had to text back and forth because we could not hear each other AT ALL. The DJ was great in that she kept the party going and played an array of nice dance music, but she just played everything way too loud. We had no way of escaping the bone rattling sound. The views on the cruise were beautiful, but with the never-ending earsplitting music going we could not relax and enjoy the beauty. All of the crew members were very nice and helpful, but totally unprepared for the crowd on this sold-out cruise. The tickets were $150.00 EA, and absolutely nothing was included. Oh and might I add that when everyone went to one side of the boat to view the fireworks the boat was listing to the starboard side, and I was a little too close to the water for my comfort! After I had already purchased tickets on the Argosy "Lady Mary" I saw a similarly advertised 4th of July cruise with Waterways Cruises, and for the same price ($150.00 per ticket) they offered a full array of complimentary appetizers for their guests included in the price of the ticket. I will be booking with Waterways for my next cruise, hopefully they will be better prepared for their guests. Thank you, Natalie Daniels 7/4/22 cruise on the Argosy Lady Mary

June 2 - had a dinner cruise on the "celebration" totally amazing! Peter R and Jennifer S - did a great job in communication with event. Our group had an amazing time Christine our Captain was friendly and did a great job. Rest of the staff was very welcoming and helpful. Boat ride around lake union and lake Washington! Was perfect!

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We did the Sunday Afternoon History Cruise. It was such a nice day to be out on the water with all of the labor day crowds. This hour and a half tour took us around lakeUunion and into lake Washington. We loved seeing the cute floating houses and hearing about the history of them. The onboarding bar was a great addition. Only thing we wish was that the guide had a bit more enthusiasm and info. But we would reccomend this to anyone visiting Seattle.

Lucked out for a completely cloudless gorgeous October day on Saturday for a wine tasting cruise of Lake Union, and couldn't have been happier! The whole staff was welcoming and informative and very friendly, the ship was nice and clean, learned some interesting things about Seattle and had tasty wine. They have clean bathrooms on board and snacks in the bar area, if it wasn't such amazing weather, there is a nice area inside to sit and listen to the tour too. Wonderful experience!

Oct 31, 2017

We're so glad that you enjoyed your cruise around Lake Union with us! We look forward to hosting you again out on the water!

I took the Ballard lock tour. Beautiful tour of Puget sound, Mount Rainier and the skyline of Seattle. Relaxing and educational. Nice tour going through the Ballard locks to Union lake. Beautiful tour with local flavor. You see fishing boats, cute fishing towns and lovely views

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Very enjoyable Saturday afternoon event. Rode on the boat Goodtime III. Departed Lake Union, rode out through the channel and locks, around the sound and along the Seattle downtown shoreline. Spectacular views and sights from an offshore perspective. Our tour guide who did the play-by-play over the PA system was a gal that did an excellent job. Our group had a few beers, seemed like the thing to do at the time. Great afternoon!

I have booked this cruise before as I enjoyed the overall quality of the experience. However, I was appalled that Argosy Cruises discontinued its transportation bus service back to the pick-up point at their waterfront dock. We were dumped off in the middle of nowhere with no instructions on how to get back into the central city area. The staff was unhelpful and feigned ignorance on how to get back. How about lowering the cost if you discontinued a vital service! They do not care about their guests at all. I will not take this cruise again!

May 30, 2022

We had to discontinue our shuttle service during the pandemic. But you may take the opportunity to further explore after your trip. Or you may purchase a Locks Cruise ticket with Return Bus to head back to the original spot - the combo is accessible through our website.

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS! Tour guide: Kevin was our tour guide and he was very entertaining! He delivered the information in a comical manner so it was refreshing and easy to follow along with him. Weather: We went on the 2:45pm tour and it was CHILLY! My boyfriend and I wanted a unobstructed view of the city so we sat on the top deck. Totally worth it. Bar/snacks: We didn't' order anything from the bar or get snacks but they do offer an assortment of snacks and drinks on board. There ARE restrooms on the ship for anyone that is curious about that. We would definitely pay the $27/person fee to go on this if we didn't have the City Pass.

May 1, 2017

Thank you, Ruby, for the great review and rating! We're so glad you enjoyed your cruise and that the narration and scenery made your CityPASS trip extra enjoyable!

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UW vs. WSU Pre-Game Cruise

Get ready for a rivalry like no other! Join us on the Seattle Waterfront as we kick off the annual Apple Cup game with one epic boat, and a whole lot of pre-game fun. Grab your gear and bring your school spirit! With breathtaking views, fierce competition, and endless excitement, it’s the perfect way to start the showdown before the big game. Let the sailgating begin!

Saturday, September 14  Roundtrip – 10:30 – 11:30 AM  Departing from Pier 55 Boarding and our onboard bar opens at 10 AM

Start game day right with our onboard deal – $2 off specialty Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas! Cheers to an awesome morning and an even better game. 

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The UW vs. WSU Pre-Game Cruise will be departing from the Argosy Cruises waterfront location on Pier 55, just a short walk from Lumen Field! It will not be departing from the eastside.

Join us before the rivalry game as we take you around the Puget Sound for some morning fun and drinks. This pre-game cruise will be 1 hour – 10:30am to 11:30am. Boarding will open 30 minutes prior to departure. The onboard bar will be open throughout boarding, so arrive early to enjoy maximum time onboard!

Our Pier 55 location is a short walk away from Lumen Field and an even shorter walk to a nearby lightrail station. Hop on at University Street Station (Symphony Station) and get off at either International District/Chinatown or Stadium stops.

Get to Pier 55 by car or by public transportation! The closest lightrail station will be University Street Station (renamed Symphony Station) where you can exit and walk down the Harbor Steps to access the waterfront immediately.

We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservations app. To reserve your parking spot, visit the  Argosy Cruises SpotHero  parking page and book a spot with affordable rates. Questions? Give SpotHero a call at  844.324.7768.   Argosy Cruises does not provide parking validation for Pier 54 & 55.

• Waterfront Garage  (1108 Western Ave)
• Waterfront Place – Impark Lot #103  (1009 Western Ave)
• Hillclimb Court  (1422 Alaskan Way)  – Overnight parking available*
• Waterfront Lot ( 1101 Western Ave)  –  Overnight parking available*
• 2nd & Seneca Garage  (160 Seneca St)  – Overnight parking available*

Visit  Downtown Seattle Parking  or City of Seattle’s  e-Park website  for additional downtown parking options.

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