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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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.
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
2,056 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The panoramic view of...
Georgia B,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The panoramic view of Seattle was very enjoyable. Seeing the actual working of the huge cranes in the industrial section of the tour was amazing. The weather on this particular was beautiful!
Good tour - interesting to see and learn about the Seattle shore from the water view.
Resort54833796826,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Considering it was November with rain and fog, the guide did a good job of explaining the shore line. Most informative for us was the information about the shipping industry.
Excellent excursion in Seattle
GregoryA M,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Crew of the ship were very knowledgeable and very friendly. I would recommend this tour to everyone.
Great way to spend an hour
Frank R,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to spend an hour getting to know a little more about the Seattle waterfront. Our tour guide Nate was super knowledgeable, funny and engaging and made the whole experience fun and interesting. Would definitely recommend this on your next visit to Seattle!
Cruising in the bay.
Kilot,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We booked the 2:45 tour. I would suggest you get it line 1 hour before so you can get a starboard seat. This will be the side where everything you want to see is. Dress accordingly as it can get cold & windy on the top deck. There are inside seats and it is cozy, but top deck is best view. You can walk around and take pictures. There is food & drink and restrooms. The tour guide will give you lots of history. It’s a lot packed into an hour.
Very nice tour. Great...
Charles K,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice tour. Great tour guide. Learned a ton about Seattle. Definitely recommend. Would definitely use Viator again.
Skyline tour of Seattle
Sightsee304940,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely tour with a knowledgeable guide. Beautiful views of the city and Mt Ranier. Saw sea lions and a bald eagle!!!!!!!!!
On a good weather day,...
Lori S,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00On a good weather day, which we had, it was a very enjoyable and informative experience. Excellent tour guide!
Enjoyable Experience
Alan N,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Friendly knowledge crew. Enjoyable experience from the dock to the ship. I plan on taking the tour again next time I am in town
Great trip!
Bridget Q,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent narration! A beautiful overview of Seattle and the marine life. It was relaxing and the staff was great!
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