Seattle

15 Best Seattle Harbor Cruises

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

2.Seattle: Guided Harbor Cruise

Discover Seattle from the water with this 1-hour guided harbor cruise, featuring iconic skyline views, live narration, and close-up industry sights.

★ 4.8

“Informative the staff is very kind smooth ride we learned a lot about the city and really enjoyed 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

“Awesome experience. Loved the boat. Captain and crew were fantastic. Watching the sails come up were with them help of the guests was interesting.”

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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

“The ship was clean and well maintained. The staff was friendly and attentive! We had a great afternoon cruise.”

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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

“Great experience, great square guide, and deck hands. We really enjoy traveling from South Lake Union to downtown Seattle.”

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6.Seattle: Half-Day Wildlife and Whale Watching Cruise

Experience Seattle’s rich marine life with a half-day whale watching cruise from Pier 69, featuring expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and authentic Northwest scenery.

★ 4.3

“We really enjoyed our trip. The boat was really nice and wonderful to see all of the wild life. We reserved window seats and thought that was well worth it.”

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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

“Wonderful crew that handled a sensitive situation well. Their kindness in welcoming us, even though we were late and upset, was like a soothing balm. The incredible young woman at the gate offered help with parking and offered a hug. The gorgeous evening and sunset…”

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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

“It was a fabulous experience! I have lived in the area for 20+ years and never gone sailboating. I surprised my husband for his 60th birthday and it was a hit! The staff were great and it was fun to swap stories with those on…”

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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.

“James the driver/tour guide was awesome. He was just as excited as we were which made the tour better. Would suggest this”

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12.Seattle’s Best Private Sailing Adventure on the Puget Sound BYOB!

Experience a private 3-hour sailing adventure on Puget Sound from Seattle, with stunning views, wildlife, and the option to BYOB—perfect for small groups.

★ 5.0

“Our book club went sailing after finishing "Sailing Alone Around the World". Captain Russ gave us a great cruise and even gave us some pointers about how to manage the sails and walked us through what he was doing. We had a great time and…”

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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

“This trip was amazing!! David was a wonderful captain! We made some great friends with our travel mates from Germany! Would definitely do this again!”

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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

“We had a great experience. The guides were knowledgeable and very personable. We had a scheduling problem (our fault) and they were very helpful in getting it resolved so we could do the cruise. The scenery and sunset were great!”

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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

“So much fun--guides were so knowledgable and kind. Definitely a highlight of the trip!”

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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