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    Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront

    2,849 reviews
    #6 of 74 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Seattle
    Boat Tours & Water Sports, Tours, Outdoor Activities
    Seattle, WA, USA
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    About Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront
    Narrated sightseeing cruises: HARBOR (1-hr): Learn Seattle history, be dazzled by the Emerald City skyline, explore the workings of our shipping port, get a close-up view of Seattle’s historic waterfront, enjoy Seattle's natural beauty. LOCKS (2 or 2.5-hr): Be surrounded by floating homes and houseboats, large fishing vessels, seaplanes, majestic city parks, more. While in the Locks, YOU become the attraction. LAKE UNION (1.5-hr): Explore Seattle’s urban aquatic playground in Lake Union, Portage Bay, and the Montlake Cut. Learn about the transformation of Lake Union from a gritty industrial resource to a beloved public space. LAKE WASHINGTON (1.5-hr): Learn the history of the Eastside, cruise past magnificent lakeside properties, enjoy natural scenery. TILLICUM EXCURSION (4-hr): Passage to/from Blake Island, a Northwest flavors-inspired buffet meal with traditionally-prepared alder fire roasted fish, NW Native American storytelling, live tech-enhanced stage performance.
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    Seattle Harbor Cruise
    228 reviews
    See some of Seattle’s most famous landmarks from the water during this guided harbor cruise that has been running since 1949. Hop aboard, and head to either the lower deck or upper sun deck to take in stunning views of Mt. Rainier, the Space Needle, and the Seattle Great Wheel. With an easy-to-find meeting spot and commentary throughout the cruise, you’re sure to have a stress-free time.
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    $34.13 per adult
    Seattle Locks Cruise - Round trip Boat & Bus Package
    262 reviews
    Enjoy the sights and sounds of Seattle from the water on this 2.5-hour narrated cruise along Ballard Locks, one of the the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Learn about Seattle’s historic waterfront and take in the view of the city’s skyline with a spectacular panoramic background of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, including majestic Mt Rainier. See the houseboat and waterfront homes of the area’s rich and famous. Food and beverages are available for purchase on board the boat.
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    $55.05 per adult
    Tillicum Excursion
    119 reviews
    Experience the tribal culture of the Northwest with a 4-hour cruise to historic Blake Island, the legendary birthplace of Chief Seattle, for whom the city is named. Enjoy a 45-minute cruise to Tillicum Village, located eight miles from Seattle on Blake Island. Learn about Native American culture. Explore the village. Watch a live performance featuring traditional song and dance, and delight in a delicious fish buffet. It’s an inspirational and educational adventure for the whole family.
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    $100.28 per adult
    Lake Washington Cruise from Kirkland
    10 reviews
    Enjoy the sights and sounds of Seattle from Lake Washington on this 1.5-hour narrated cruise. Learn about Seattle’s historic waterfront and take in the view of the city’s skyline with a spectacular panoramic background of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, including majestic Mt Rainier. See the houseboat and waterfront homes of the area’s rich and famous. Food and beverages are available for purchase on board the ship.
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    $37.43 per adult
    Seattle Locks Cruise - One way Stay & Play
    2 reviews
    This one way tour starts & ends at two different marinas (see specific marina departure notes when booking). For a round trip tour, please see our Boat & Bus Locks Cruise package.
    Enjoy a narrated cruise over Lake Union, Ballard Locks, Puget Sound & Elliott Bay. Lake Union is home to the famous floating home community seen in the classic 
    Sleepless in Seattle. The lake is an active airport for seaplanes, water sports and the fishing industry. You'll pass many commercial docks (home to vessels from the show 
    Deadliest Catch). On your way from the freshwater of Lake Union to the saltwater of the Puget Sound, you pass through the Ballard Locks which holds the saltwater out of the lakes. In Puget Sound, you enjoy astonishing vistas of Seattle's unique skyline, Mount Rainier hovering in the distance, and ferry boats plying the waters.
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    $47.34 per adult
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    Ballard Locks Tour

    We went on 20 July and Captain Karen greeted us with a friendly smile and when we left she went above and beyond to make sure we knew where the restaurant we needed was located. The information provided by Spencer (I think that was his...More

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Tammy P
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Definitely worth it!
    Review of: Seattle Harbor Cruise

    My teenage daughter and I went on this and loved it!! Perfect amount of time, lots of info/history, beautiful views, and our cruise guide Eddie was hilarious and so entertaining! Well worth it!

    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Kelsie J
    Reviewed yesterday
    Scenic view of Seattle

    Very pleasant couple of hours from Lake Union to the waterfront via Ballard Locks. Good commentary from deck hand Ariana who voice was interesting and knowledgeable.

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank TeachersPet14
    Reviewed yesterday
    Seattle

    I had a great boat ride the drinks were delicious and so was the popcorn me and my girl we would go again

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank candicemadison39
    Reviewed yesterday
    SEATTLE FROM THE WATER

    I think that Argosy must be similar to other boat trips in that they provide a lovely time on the water referencing landmarks etc. We did the 2 hour cruise which we felt was just right and we selected the loch cruise because we had...More

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Dixonbooks
    Reviewed yesterday
    Locks cruise

    My husband and I are in our seventies and walk with canes. The staff was very friendly and helped board the boat and bus first. We got off the bus first headed for the boat. I was surprised to see people on the boat. In...More

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank dr0za
    Reviewed yesterday
    Fun tour

    It is one of the best remark tour in Seattle by far. It creates a great day feeling with a clear sky of a day. So don't miss it if you have a short trip of Seattle.

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Teddy Y
    Reviewed yesterday
    Seattle Harbor Cruise

    Great tour to see the waterfront and city skyline, the tour narrator was funny and presented a lot of interesting facts. Would highly recommend - short 1 hour and great opportunities for photo.

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank tamiellingson0113
    Reviewed yesterday
    Amazing

    I took this cruise on a perfect Seattle summer day. The views of the city were amazing! The tour guide on the boat shared a lot of really cool information about Seattle. I live locally in WA and happy that I took this tour. I...More

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank lindseypeonio
    Reviewed yesterday
    Senior group loved Tillicum trip with Argosy
    Review of: Tillicum Excursion

    I am in charge of a group of Senior volunteers who wanted to go on a day trip for their recognition event. We chose Blake island and was not disappointed. The pier was fairly easy for everyone to find. Parking was right across the street....More

    Date of experience: July 2019
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    July 8, 2019|
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    Response from Companion11309497868 | Reviewed this property |
    It's still light out at that time I would Google the time of the sunset yeah it would be great to see the sunset from the boat.
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    Response from SeattleSueSeattle | Reviewed this property |
    There’s a chance of seeing whales or dolphins, but that isn’t the purpose nor very likely. If that’s your goal, I would advise taking a separate tour designed for that.
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    May 20, 2019|
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    Response from Lori P | Reviewed this property |
    We were in Seattle on a Monday and had no problem getting a seat on the cruise. You will be travelling in the summer, so it will be busier I'm sure. We also bought our ticket before having lunch at Fisherman's Restaurant so... More
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