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15 Best Seattle Harbor Cruises

The harbor cruises: Elliott Bay loops with the Olympics behind the skyline and locks runs that ride the boat elevator between lake and sound. Sunset sails get the alpenglow.

1.Seattle’s Original Guided Harbor Cruise

Discover Seattle from Elliott Bay on this 1-hour guided harbor cruise. Enjoy stunning mountain views, iconic landmarks, and expert narration for $45.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“It was very pleasant, and we enjoyed learning about Seattle and its history. It was a sunny day and all the mountains were visible, which definitely added to the experience.”

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3.Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle

Experience breathtaking Seattle sunsets on a tall ship sail, with stunning views of Mount Rainier, Olympic Mountains, and the city skyline. Perfect for outdoor lovers and photography buffs.

★ 5.0

“went with mother an d sister visiting from out of town, this was a fantastic experience and it puts seattle and surounding coast in a beautiful light.”

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4.2-Hour Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour

Experience stunning Seattle skyline views on a 2-hour sailing tour, perfect for photos, relaxation, and enjoying the Puget Sound’s beauty.

★ 4.5

“Blankets, Great drinks, shy wild life and wonderful views. What more could you ask for? How about a cheerful, educational, staff making every mundane boating action engaging and amusing. 10 /10 will definitely rebook.”

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5.Seattle Locks Cruise

Experience Seattle’s waterways on this 2-hour Locks Cruise, passing through the historic Ballard Locks with stunning city and mountain views.

★ 5.0

“Very interesting. It was a good tour. The only thing that got it 4 stars, was the two different locations.”

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9.Seattle Sunset Sail BYOB

Experience Seattle’s beauty on a 2-hour BYOB sunset sail. Enjoy stunning skyline views, friendly crew, and bring your own drinks for a relaxed outing.

★ 5.0

“First time on board, it was a very good sailing experience. The crews were so nice and friendly, our captain was making an effort to get us to the wind, so we got a very cool sailing with the wind.”

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10.Seattle Sailing Experience BYOB

Experience Puget Sound on a 2-hour BYOB sailing trip with knowledgeable crew, stunning city and mountain views, and the freedom to bring your own drinks and snacks.

★ 5.0

“This experience is not suitable for anyone with ADA requirements. My friends and I had a fantastic time, the crew/captain were very experienced. Although our weather was overcast and a bit chilly, we had a great time watching the pRead more”

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11.Seattle Post-Cruise Tour Package

Discover Seattle’s highlights on this 3-hour post-cruise tour, including the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and scenic viewpoints, with expert narration.

“Excellent experience, highly recommend. Casey was our guide. His knowledge of Seattle runs deep. He shares it readily and in a most enjoyable fashion. If you like history you will love learning about Seattle's past. Each area of the city has it's own vignette that…”

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13.Seattle’s Favorite Sightseeing Floating Homes Cruise – BYOB!

Experience Seattle from the water on this 2-hour floating homes cruise with customizable routes, friendly guides, and BYOB options for a relaxed adventure.

★ 5.0

“Enjoying the beautiful scenery and having the driver share stories and history with us. It was also nice to have an adult beverage while taking the cruise.”

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14.Seattle: Sunset Sailing Cruise

Experience stunning Seattle views on a 2-hour sunset sailing cruise. Bring your own drinks, enjoy expert guides, and see Mount Rainier from Elliott Bay.

★ 4.8

“Our guides Anna and Matt were excellent. The views were stunning. The best way to see Seattle and the lovely nature surrounding it.”

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15.Seattle: Sailing Cruise

Experience Seattle's stunning waterfront and Mt. Rainier from a 70-ft sailboat on a 1.5-hour cruise, perfect for relaxing and taking in iconic views.

★ 4.9

“Was a fantastic trip! Crew was wonderful and provided great hospitality and information!”

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More Seattle Harbor Cruises

4.7Seattle: Tall Ship Harbor Cruise$73 5.0Guided Seattle Sailing Adventure from Bainbridge Island2 hours (approx.)$295.00 4.8Seattle: Locks Cruise with Local Guide2 hours$63 5.0One-Hour Private Seattle Sightseeing Cruise – BYOB!1 hour (approx.)$289.00 4.5Seattle Pre-Cruise Tour: Transportation & Seattle City Tour3 hours (approx.)$131.31 4.0Seattle Summer Views Cruise1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$57.42 4.7Seattle: Elliott Bay Sailing Cruise$60 4.3Seattle: Dinner Cruise Experience2.5 hours$131 5.0One Hour Social Sightseeing Cruise – BYOB!1 hour (approx.)$59.00 4.7Seattle: Cruise Port City Sightseeing Tour3 hours$124 5.0Mid-Day & Sunset Sailing on Seattle’s Majestic Puget Sound2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$120.00 4.3Seattle: Summer Views Cruise1.5 hours$57 4.5Seattle Tacoma Airport (Cruise Piers & Downtown Seattle Areas)35 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)$113.35 5.0Shared 2 Hour September Sunset Cruise from Gig Harbor$65.00 4.4Seattle: Mimosa Brunch Cruise2 hours$109 4.0Sunday Brunch Cruise with Buffet in Washington2 hours (approx.)$89.00 3.5City Sightseeing Seattle HOHO Bus and Locks or Harbour Cruise1 hour 20 minutes (approx.)$94.00 3.0Seattle: Sightseeing Bus Tour with the Ballard Locks$79 4.3City Sightseeing Seattle: HOHO Bus Tour + Locks Cruise$109 5.0Sail Bainbridge Island & Seattle Waters – Classic Sailboat2 hours$445 3.7Seattle: Lake Union Happy Hour Cruise$49 5.0Tacoma & Gig Harbor Hotel Transportation To/From Seattle Airport1 to 4 hours (approx.)$107.00 5.0Seattle: Puget Sound Sailing Adventure3 hours$549 5.0Seattle Cruise Port and Downtown Hotel One Way Transfers$220.00