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Starpoints:
- Experience a 2.5-hour cruise through Seattle's Locks - a waterway closed off with gates in which vessels are raised or lowered by adjusting water levels.
- Departs from the centrally located Pier 56 on Seattle's historic waterfront.
- Listen to our expert guides as they provide live narration during your cruise.
- Learn about Seattle's history, as well as facts about the surrounding areas.
- Travel from the saltwater of the Puget Sound to the freshwater of Lake Union via the Hiram Chittenden Locks.
- Gaze at the majestic Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges.
- See the Sleepless in Seattle houseboat community.
- Complimentary return to our departure location by air-conditioned motor coach included with this tour.
- Snacks and beverages are available for purchase onboard.
- Don't forget your camera to capture unforgettable views of Seattle!
Tour Options
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10am Departure
- Price from USD $40.19
- Departs at 10am
- Code: AM1000
12pm Departure
- Price from USD $33.49
- Departs at 12pm
- Code: PM1200
12:30pm Departure
- Price from USD $40.19
- Departs at 12:30pm
- Code: PM1230
1pm Departure
- Price from USD $33.49
- Departs at 1pm
- Code: PM1300
3:30pm Departure
- Price from USD $33.49
- Departs at 3:30pm
- Code: PM1530
6:30pm Departure
- Price from USD $40.19
- Departs at 6:30pm
- Code: PM1830
Description
Take in fantastic views on this unique 2.5-hour cruise from Puget Sound to the waters of Lake Union, while enjoying live narration about Seattle's history.
Depart from Pier 56 on the historic Seattle waterfront to see how the saltwater of the Puget Sound & the freshwater of Lake Union are connected by the Hiram Chittenden Locks.
Enjoy endless views of the spectacular Seattle skyline, the majestic Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, one of the world's largest shipping terminals, and the "Sleepless in Seattle" houseboat community.
The overland loop is connected via Gray Line of Seattle motor coach. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase onboard.
Cruise aboard the Goodtime III, which offers a fully enclosed main deck and an upper deck that is partially enclosed. The Goodtime III can accommodate a maximum of 250 passengers. Vessel is subject to change.
2009 Departure Schedule
January 1 - March 21: Daily 1:00pm
March 22 - June 6: Daily 12:30pm & 3:30pm
June 7 - September 1: Daily 10:00am, 1:00pm, 3:30pm & 6:30pm
September 2 - October 19: Daily 12:00pm & 3:30pm
October 20 - December 31: Daily 1:00pm
Reviews & ratings from fellow travelers
Read what other travelers think about the Seattle Scenic 2.5-Hour Locks Cruise (Cruise). We only accept reviews from actual, confirmed travelers who purchased the tour / activity from us, so you can be sure the reviews are unbiased and authentic.
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I am not usually of fan of canned tours. But our visit to the city was short but special. Our cruise was EXACTLY what we hoped for. The guides were informative and kept us entertained at the same time. We felt comfortable to roam about the boat and enjoy the sites as we learned about the great city of Seattle. I would and will recommend this cruise to others. The staff really made the difference as they really put in the effort. Thank you for the opportunity for us to share our experience.
Reviewed by: Karen B., USA, November 2007
The tour was very informative. The narrator was extremely knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time aboard the boat. On the day we took the tour, the weather was gorgeous, which certainly helped. We enjoyed hearing about the taping of Sleepless in Seattle, too.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, USA, August 2007
The tour was great!! It gave us a good look of Seattle and the locks, plus the Sleepless in Seattle houseboat. I would recommend it to anyone traveling to Seattle.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, USA, June 2006
Greats views of Seattle! Guides are extremely friendly and knowledgeable!
Reviewed by: Anonymous, USA, June 2006
It was a great experience. It was so relaxing that I fell asleep. I still loved the Locks Cruise, but next time I'd probably try out a different cruise to see which is better since this was my first cruise experience.
Reviewed by: Jaclyn D., USA, March 2009
It was an interesting, informatinve, and relaxing tour.
Reviewed by: Aven C., USA, July 2008
Everyone should take this trip while in Seattle.
Reviewed by: Shireen D., USA, June 2008
The tour is definitely worth the price and time. The locks experience alone made the tour worthwhile. The only negative was that there wasn't enough space on the bus and a large group of us had to wait curbside too long for a second bus. Many people became very cranky waiting for the bus.
Reviewed by: Connie C., USA, November 2007
Great Guide! Very informative! Would definitely recommend taking the trip. Well worth the money spent!
Reviewed by: Robert F., USA, August 2007
No complaints! The tour was both educational and enjoyable. The tour guide was great! Wonderful sites in Seattle!
Reviewed by: Anonymous, USA, June 2007
