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Seattle, Boat Charters

Seattle Locks Cruise

2 hr

Viator

4.6/5

Product code: 2960P11

4.6 · 117 reviews

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$54.02

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About this activity

This one-way cruise starts & ends at 2 different central Seattle locations. Choose to depart from Pier 54 or from AGC Marina on Lake Union. This local favorite offers an opportunity to explore both Lake Union & downtown Seattle. Situated in the heart of Seattle, Lake Union is home to famous floating home communities seen in the classic movie Sleepless in Seattle. See seaplanes taking off & landing on a regular basis, commercial docks with vessels from the hit TV show Deadliest Catch. Pass under the Fremont Bridge, the most frequently opened drawbridge in the USA, and cruise past many of Seattle’s historic neighborhoods. On your way from the freshwater of Lake Union to the saltwater of the Puget Sound, pass through the Ballard Locks. These locks raise & lower vessels an average of 20 feet between Lake Union and sea level. Once in Puget Sound, take in the views: Seattle's unique skyline, the Olympic Mountains and Mt Rainier, and large ferry boats taking passengers to and from the city.

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What is included

2 hour narrated boat tour through the Ballard LocksOther

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase on board)Other

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleSurfaces wheelchair accessible

All vessels have bathroomsOther

All vessels offer both indoor & outdoor seatingOther

Check-in 30 minutes prior to tour - Boarding starting 20 minutes prior to departureOther

Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)Other

Gates close 5 minutes prior to tour departure time for boat preparation and safety checksOther

Gear/equipment sanitised between useSafety gear equipment sanitized between use

GratuitiesFees

Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staffSafety hand sanitizer available to travelers and s

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerStroller accessible

Kids (3 and under) ride free but do require a boarding passOther

Live commentary on boardOther

Masks are optionalSafety other

Public transportation options are available nearbyPublic transportation nearby

Itinerary

1
Lake Union
Begin OR end (depending on your tour direction - check your ticket) your cruise on the bustling southern end of this lake in the heart of the city
2
Stop 2
See large commercial fishing vessels hauled out of the water in drydocks at one of the oldest businesses on Lake Union
3
Gas Works Park
Witness the decommissioned coal gasification plant that became one of Seattle's favorite parks
4
Ship Canal Trail
Cruise down the Lake Washington Ship Canal and peek at several of Seattle's historic neighborhoods
5
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Experience your vessel being lowered an average of 20 ft (6m) from the freshwater level of Lake Union to the saltwater level of Puget Sound in this 100+ year old locking system
6
Discovery Park
Learn the history of Seattle's largest park and enjoy the photo opportunities of West Point Lighthouse on its beaches
7
Space Needle
Enjoy unobstructed views of the Space Needle and the Seattle skyline from the water
8
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront
End OR begin (depending on your tour direction - check your ticket) at Seattle's central waterfront, a short walk from the Seattle Aquarium, Pike Place Market, and the Seattle Art Museum

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Standard

Weather cancellation available

Refund rules

100% refundable until 1 day before departure

0% refundable from 0 to 1 day before departure

Reviews

5/5

Great experience!

Great excursions around the city. The tour guide was very informative without being too chatty. Great to see the city from the water!

Reviewed by Aaron R - 2022-11-20

5/5

And the waters rise

Our 13 year old grandson loved the visual and scientific experience of going through the locks. A great trip

Reviewed by Janie_K - 2022-11-15

5/5

Awesome Tour

Awesome views of Seattle and amazing commentary of the history of significant times/landmarks of the area! Our guide for the tour was amazing! Highly recommend this tour!

Reviewed by Karissa O - 2022-11-06

5/5

Seattle water cruise.

This was one of the best cruise ever. So, so beautiful views and very nice experience! Highly recommend!

Reviewed by Edgar_M - 2022-10-31

5/5

The guide was super...

The guide was super knowledgeable and had a very clear voice. She was awesome! Great learning how the lock system worked. You really shouldn’t require feedback if you do a survey.

Reviewed by Patty_W - 2022-10-24

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