Seattle Locks Cruise

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Tour Information

Key Details

Mobile Voucher Accepted

Duration: 2 Hrs 30 Mins
Language:
English

Departure Time :
January 1 - March 30: FRI, SAT, SUN, MON at 12:45 PM , March 31 - April 27: Daily at 12:45 PM , April 28 - September 3 : Daily at 12:45 PM, 3:45 PM , September 4 - September 27.. read more
Departure Details :
Boat & Bus Experience: Pier 55 , Stay & Play Experience: Pier 55 or AGC Marina (Locations listed by time when making your reservation)
Return Details :
Returns to original departure point (Pier 55)
Cancellation Policy :
This activity is non-refundable

Overview

Take in the spectacular views and experience the transition from salt to fresh water on a Locks Cruise! This fully narrated tour provides you with knowledge, fun facts and the chance to become the attraction to those on shore as your vessel raises up or lowers, due to the ever-changing tides of Puget Sound. Between Elliott Bay and Lake Union youll be surrounded by large fishing vessels, seaplanes, majestic city parks, and more.

Know More about this tour

Hop aboard the Locks Cruise and learn all about the complex Locks system that provides a link for boats between the salt water of Puget Sound and the fresh water of the Ship Canal, which connects to Lake union. Watch as the Locks' water levels are adjusted to allow their safe passage, and spot the fish ladder, built to allow salmon to pass between the fresh water and salt water. You'll be treated with live onboard commentary and views of the stunning Seattle skyline, Lake union, Puget Sound, the surrounding mountains, Elliot Bay and a parade of sailboats, motorboats, tugboats, barges and yachts passing through the Locks. You'll even cruise past the iconic floating houseboat community that was featured in the movie Sleepless in Seattle, so take advantage of great photo opportunities here!

Inclusions

Live commentary on board
Local taxes

Exclusions

Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase on board)
Gratuities (optional)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Confirmation for this cruise will be received at time of booking

This cruise must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date

Should you need an ADA accessible motor coach, please advise Argosy Cruises prior to travel date so that they can arrange for appropriate transportation.

Kids (3 and under) ride free

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Herstory 10-Jun-2018

Absolute amazing experience, my Mom and children just loved it! Highly recommended, the narrators are very personal and informative. It was a gorgeous day for the event and we couldn't have been more happy.
Brianaeagleton 23-Apr-2018

MUST DO in Seattle! Indoor seating on boat perfect for colder weather. Beautiful views of Seattle and experience of the Locks!
Pam B 13-Mar-2018

We enjoyed the cruise but as with the last tour we took, no great amount of information regarding the area was given.
Raven C 21-Dec-2017

Great tour. I just came from Seattle and it was nice and wintry outside. That fresh air combined with the beautiful sites along with learning about the Seattle culture was an awesome experience. I'd recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!
George T 21-Nov-2017

Great way to spend part of an afternoon. We really enjoyed this tour! Our guide was very informative and it was a great way to see Seattle. We loved seeing the locks.
Beverly B 11-Nov-2017

Fascinating
Myrle H 03-Nov-2017

I think the tour was wonderful. Personnel good. Seattle is a beautiful city.
Sean O 30-Oct-2017

The ad was misleading, saying that we would see Lake Washington and Lake Union on a two and a half hour cruise leaving from Pier 55. We got there and were asked to board a bus that drove us to Lake Union. Then the tour went straight out the locks and around to Pier 55. The tour was nice but since ...
Edward B 21-Oct-2017

Really worth it.....great views ot Seattle and surrounding area from the water
Richard S 13-Oct-2017

Nice way to spend a few hours and see Seattle from the water. The boat was clean and comfortable. The narration during the trip was excellent. The locks were very cool, glad we got to experience them. The Sleepless in Seattle houseboat community was really interesting to see. I would absolut ...