Seattle Locks Cruise

From $62.83 per person Lowest Price Guarantee

Select Date and Travelers

You can select up to 19 travelers in total.

Senior (65-99) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 19

Adult (14-64) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 19

Youth (4-13) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 19

Infant (0-3) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 19

Book online or call: +1 437 970 2890

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

From Elliott Bay: Cruise Only

2 Adults x $62.83

$125.66

Approx Total

$125.66

Departs Pier 54/Elliott Bay: This one-way Locks Cruise begins at Pier 54/Elliott Bay on the Seattle waterfront & ends at AGC Marina on South Lake Union.
Starting point:
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront, 1101 Alaskan Wy Pier 55, #201, Seattle, WA 98101, USA

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Live narration
2-hour sightseeing cruise
Interior and exterior seating areas
Restrooms available on board

Snacks and beverages (available for purchase)
Gratuities
Transportation between start and end location (return bus ticket available for purchase seasonally)

Overview

Discover the best of Seattle on a scenic cruise through the heart of the city and experience the iconic Hiram M. Chittenden (Ballard) Locks, a ‘boat elevator’ connecting Puget Sound and Lake Washington Ship Canal. On the saltwater of Puget Sound, take in breathtaking views of the city skyline and majestic mountain ranges. Then, glide through the freshwater canal for a closer look at historic neighborhoods, commercial fishing vessels, floating homes, seaplanes, and more. Along the way, enjoy captivating stories of Seattle’s past and present from a live, local guide.

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

Itinerary

Lake Union (Pass By)

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
N/A (Pass By)

See large commercial fishing vessels hauled out of the water in drydocks at one of the oldest businesses on Lake Union
N/A (Pass By)

See several of Lake Union's famous floating home communities, including the one featured in the classic movie "Sleepless in Seattle"
Gas Works Park (Pass By)

Witness the decommissioned coal gasification plant that became one of Seattle's favorite parks
N/A (Pass By)

Your vessel barely fits under the colorfully-decorated Fremont Bridge, one of the busiest drawbridges in the United States
Ship Canal Trail (Pass By)

Cruise down the Lake Washington Ship Canal and peek at several of Seattle's historic neighborhoods
N/A (Pass By)

Marvel at commercial fishing vessels of all sizes and learn about Seattle's fishing and maritime history
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (Pass By)

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
Discovery Park (Pass By)

Learn the history of Seattle's largest park and enjoy the photo opportunities of West Point Lighthouse on its beaches
N/A (Pass By)

Experience expansive views of this inland body of saltwater and its surrounding islands and mountain ranges. If you're lucky, you may even glimpse some wildlife!
Space Needle (Pass By)

Enjoy unobstructed views of the Space Needle and the Seattle skyline from the water
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront (Pass By)

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

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
TWO DEPARTURE OPTIONS - This is a one-way tour that starts & ends at two different central Seattle marinas. Choose to depart from Pier 54 on the waterfront or from AGC Marina on Lake Union. The departure location is noted in the subtitle of the tour. If unsure - please call Argosy Cruises
Kids (3 and under) ride free but do require a boarding pass
All vessels offer both indoor & outdoor seating
All vessels have bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible. PLEASE CALL in advance to secure crew/boarding support.
Check-in 30 minutes prior to tour - Boarding starting 20 minutes prior to departure
Gates close 5 minutes prior to tour departure time for boat preparation and safety checks

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.8

290 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

5 stars

258
4 stars

17
3 stars

5
2 stars

2
1 star

8

We perform checks on reviews

We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 258 reviews with 5 stars

Fabulous clean boat and...

Published on Dec, 2024

Fabulous clean boat and perfect weather. Service was great commentators were very informative. Thank you so much.

Amazing cruise, 100% recommend to take this cruise.

Published on Dec, 2024

Views were amazing and we took photos & videos. The guides were helpful and did an amazing introduction during the entire cruise.

Date adventure

Published on Nov, 2024

It was a beautiful and entertaining cruise. We stayed downstairs most of the trip until we got to the Locks. Then went outside to watch the bridge fill and open the gate for us to pass.

Good trip.

Published on Nov, 2024

Great tour guide, great experience. Hot beverages, easy boarding and ticketing. Would definitely recommend. Unique locks experience.

Argosy Lochs Cruise

Published on Nov, 2024

The Lochs Cruise was well worth seeing. The tour guide was knowledgeable and informative. The transition from salt water to fresh water was pretty cool.

Compare Similar Experiences

Current

Seattle Locks Cruise

2 hours

Free Cancellation

290

From
$63 / Person

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

3 hours

Free Cancellation

1,704

From
$89 / Person

3 Hour Seattle City Tour

3 hours

Free Cancellation

1,055

From
$89 / Person

Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour

4 hours

Free Cancellation

593

From
$111 / Person

Private 2.5-Hour Seattle City Tour

2 hours 30 minutes

Free Cancellation

From
$400 / Group

Private Seattle Cocktail Culture Tour

2 hours 30 minutes

Free Cancellation

From
$178 / Person

Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Mark ...

Likely To Sell Out

2 hours

Free Cancellation

2,651

From
$68 / Person