Seattle Locks Cruise: Explore Lake Union and Puget Sound

Embark on a one-way Seattle Locks Cruise to explore Lake Union and downtown Seattle. See famous floating home communities, seaplanes, and historic neighborhoods while passing through the Ballard Locks. Enjoy stunning views of Seattle’s skyline, the Olympic Mountains, and Mt Rainier.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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
  • Lake Union Drydock Co - See large commercial fishing vessels hauled out of the water in drydocks at one of the oldest businesses on Lake Union
  • Floating Homes Association - See…
What's Included
  • Live commentary on board
  • 2 hour narrated boat tour through the Ballard Locks
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase on board)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Begin and conclude your nautical excursion at separate central points in Seattle, available are Pier 54 or AGC Marina on Lake Union. This popular local activity gives you the chance to discover both Lake Union and the heart of Seattle. Lake Union is famously known as the home of floating house societies featured in the popular film Sleepless in Seattle….

Location
Argosy Cruises - Seattle Waterfront
Alaskan Way
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Debra_m
Oct 9, 2024
Amazing! - We have never seen the locks on the move- so cool! It was a great time! Thank you- the Captain gave us a lot of interesting information about all the sights! Thank you!
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Miranda_w
Oct 2, 2024
Lock trip - Great trip Friendly staff - very good information on the trip Lovely to go through the small lock on the boat & watch smaller sailing ship & motor boat loading for large lock . Seeing Tom hanks house from sleep less in Seattle film was a bonus to me .
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Susanmoran_b
Oct 2, 2024
Grand Locks Tour - Gorgeous Day! Stunning to see Mount Ranier. Loved going inside the Big Lock with a large barge. Exciting industrial area and the houseboat villages.
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Douglas_e
Oct 2, 2024
Fantastic float. - Great narrative from Kurt. Beautiful scenery. Just the right length. Bring a jacket if you want to ride up front as the Sound can be a little chilly.
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Jenniferrn609vg
Oct 1, 2024
Orca Surprise! - Ti actually experience the Locks was amazing! The narration was good and the wildlife viewing was wonderful! To see the orcas were an experience for these prairie people!!
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Dave_g
Sep 29, 2024
A great day in Seattle. - This boat tour was the perfect way to see Seattle. The narration, seating and beverages were great!!
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Volker_m
Sep 26, 2024
Great view and explanations - We took Elliot Bay to Lake Union without bus retour. Needle in walking distance at arrival pier. Nice view on Seattle from seaside. Lot‘s of explanation on POIs from a crew member who obviously loves his city and his job.
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Stevea892
Sep 24, 2024
Don’t miss - We were lucky enough to have spectacular weather the day we took this cruise. The drew were very attentive and helpful. I particularly appreciated the PA system being so clear and the guides so animated and easy to listen to. We really learned a lot about the area. I would recommend this cruise to any fist time visitor to Seattle.
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Fred_b
Sep 24, 2024
Great Fun and a Great Value - This cruise is a great way to see parts of the city (Like the Floating Houses and Houseboats) that can really only be viewed well from the water. It’s also a fun and fact filled experience that gives you awesome views of downtown from Puget Sound/Elliot Bay. Great fun and a great value. Very enjoyable.
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Mariafernanda_p
Sep 22, 2024
Awesome boat tour of Seattle - Excellent tour and tour guide. We got lucky with the weather and were able to see the beautiful skyline of the city and Mount Rainier. We will definitely be back and do this tour again!
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