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Seattle Locks Cruise Tour

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Specifications 

Tour Time: 2 Hours 

Guide Language: English 

Overview 

You’ll enjoy your tour through the well-known Ballard Locks and will be able to learn about the complex cruise system. You’ll know under which process the cruise will take you to the freshwater of Lake Union Seattle’s Puget Sounds. One-way cruises are used for transportation and travelers who avoid the traffic rush and busy city roads also love to travel through these cruises. They explore the natural beauty of water and the cruise experience to explore Seattle’s skylines.

Reserve your spot

starting from (per adult)

$62.83

KEY FEATURES

  • Capture amazing photos of the water scenery from your cruise
  • Explore and enjoy the experience of Ballard Locks Cruise
  • Learn about how the cruise functions through live commentary

Facilities

Limitations

Note:

All these items are available on cash payment from your pocket (if required). So you must have your credit card or some cash while experiencing the Seattle Locks Cruise Tour.

Starting & Ending Points 

Tour may be started from any of the given spots as per policy: 

  • Argosy Cruises, Lake Union 
  • Argosy Cruises, Seattle Waterfront 

The tour will end at the same place where it was started from.

Considerable

For the wheelchair facility, you must call in advance to secure crew/boarding support.

  • Check-in 30 minutes before departure 
  • Boarding starts 20 minutes before departure  
  • The gates close 5 minutes before the departure
  • Checking in the boat 5 minutes before leaving the starting place.  

Considerable

For the wheelchair facility, you must call in advance to secure crew/boarding support.

  • Check-in 30 minutes before departure 
  • Boarding starts 20 minutes before departure  
  • The gates close 5 minutes before the departure
  • Checking in the boat 5 minutes before leaving the starting place.  

What to Expect During Tour

Pass By Points

1- Lake Union 

Lake Union is situated in the heart of the city. You can start or end your tour depending upon the direction of your tour. You’ll find your cruise on the bustling southern end of this beautiful lake. 

2- Lake Union Drydock Co

You will explore the large commercial fishing vessels that are hauled out of water in drydocks at one of the oldest business hubs on Lake Union. 

3- Floating Homes Association 

Several floating home communities of Lake Union will also attract the attention of travelers. One of the most considerable is featured in a classic movie, “Sleepless in Seattle”. 

4- Gas  Works Park 

Travelers will witness the decommissioned coal gasification plant. It has become one of the most favorite parks for Seattle’s tourists. 

5- Fremont Bridge 

Luckily your vessel will fit under the colorful and decorated Fremont Bridge. It is one of the busiest drawbridges in the USA. 

6- Ship Canal Trail 

You’ll cruise down the Lake Washington Ship Canal and will peat at several historic neighborhoods of Seattle. 

7- Fishermen’s Terminal 

You’ll learn about Seattle’s maritime and fishing history. We’ll marvel at fishing vessels of all sizes. 

8- Hiram M. Chittenden Locks 

You will pass by the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks and can explore its natural beauty and amazing scenery. 

9- Discovery Park 

Learn about the history of Seattle’s largest park the Discovery Park and then enjoy the opportunity to click amazing clicks of the West Point Lighthouse on its beautiful beaches. 

10- Puget Sound 

Explore the unbelievable views of the inland saltwater body and the surrounding islands. You will also explore the mountain ranges and if you’re lucky enjoy the wildlife scenes. 

11- Space Needle 

Enjoy the panoramic views of the Space Needle and the Skyline from your Cruise. 

12- Argosy Cruises – Seattle Waterfront 

Depending on your way this is the starting or the ending point. Check your ticket and confirm whether you will take off or come on the cruise. Argosy Cruises is just a short walk away from the Seattle Aquarium, Pike Place Market, and the Seattle Art Museum. 

Booking Confirmations

Booking Confirmations
Your booking will be confirmed at the time of booking by receiving a confirmation email or message.

Cancellation & Refund Policy 

You can cancel the booking by considering the following terms & conditions: 

  • If you want a refund of your amount you must cancel the booking 24 hours before starting the travel. 
  • If you cancel the booking in less than 24 hours no amount will be refunded in this case. 
  • Any changes demanded less than 24 hours of tour will not be considered. 

Considerable

  • If you want a 100% refund of your money, you have to cancel the booking almost 4 days before the journey/tour starts. 
  • But if you cancel less than 3 full days before the tour starts. Your amount will not be refunded. 
  • Cancellation may be possible if the required number of travelers is not available. We’ll reschedule the tour for another date when travelers will experience Seattle. 
  • Cut-off times are based on the local timing.

Considerable

  • If you want a 100% refund of your money, you have to cancel the booking almost 4 days before the journey/tour starts. 
  • But if you cancel less than 3 full days before the tour starts. Your amount will not be refunded. 
  • Cancellation may be possible if the required number of travelers is not available. We’ll reschedule the tour for another date when travelers will experience Seattle. 
  • Cut-off times are based on the local timing.

What Other Tourists Say

Patricia,_R
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Beautiful and relaxing scenery of the river to explore and capture the views. Lars was very friendly and helpful in every aspect. I liked the tour because it was my first experience.
Kristen
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Informative and entertaining commentary. The outdoor seating plan was superb. I enjoyed the whole tour with my finance and it seems very romantic to explore such a splendid day with your partner. I proposed to her during the tour and she said yes!!!!!! This tour is very memorable for me in my life. Let's book the tour and propose your partner. Best of luck guys!
Gein Dark
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The whole tour was amazing beyond our expectations. But the thing was irritating to come back on your own. It takes almost 1 hour to come back. Because it is a one-way tour.
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