Seattle One Way Locks Cruise
See a different side to Washington State's biggest city on this Seattle Locks Cruise. This one-way Ballard Locks cruise allows you to see the spectacular Seattle skyline, and learn about the city's Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.
Your salt-to-freshwater cruise is narrated by a live guide, who'll entertain you with nuggets of local history as you float past fishing boats, seaplanes, and floating homes. Grab a cocktail or soft drink from the bar while passing under historical bridges, and experience the boat rising, and lowering with the locks that control the action on the Puget Sound.
Overview
Enjoy skyline views and city history on this Ballard Locks cruise
See a different side to Washington State's biggest city on this Seattle Locks Cruise. This one-way Ballard Locks cruise allows you to see the spectacular Seattle skyline, and learn about the city's Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.
Your salt-to-freshwater cruise is narrated by a live guide, who'll entertain you with nuggets of local history as you float past fishing boats, seaplanes, and floating homes. Grab a cocktail or soft drink from the bar while passing under historical bridges, and experience the boat rising, and lowering with the locks that control the action on the Puget Sound.
Highlights
- Join a one-way Seattle Locks Cruise and see the city from a unique perspective
- Admire the city skyline and cruise through the Ballard Locks with a live narrator
- Experience the Puget Sound tide and find out all about the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Inclusions
- One-way cruise through the Hiram M. Chittenden (Ballard) Locks
- Live narration in English with facts about Seattle’s history and industry
How to use your tickets
Show your smartphone ticket at one of the following departure locations (depending on your selection):
- Elliott Bay/Pier 54 - 1001 Alaskan Way (see map)
- AGC Marina in South Lake Union (or Boarding at Dock E) - 950 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, (located on the south end of AGC parking lot, next to Kenmore Air Seaplanes)
Pre-purchase info
- Kids under 4 join for free, please select a free ticket for them
- Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and will begin 20 min prior to departure
Cancellation Policy
- Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund
- Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date
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