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15 Best Harbor Cruises & Sailing Tours In Seattle

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The 15 most popular harbor cruises & sailing tours in Seattle, from the downtown waterfront out to the day-trip ring. What each one actually involves, what it costs, and who runs it.

15 Best Harbor Cruises & Sailing Tours In Seattle

Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise - Pier 55 check-in: Small timing details that save stress
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Seattle’s Original Guided Harbor Cruise

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1.Seattle’s Original Guided Harbor Cruise

Classic Seattle harbor cruise with live narration, Space Needle and Great Wheel views, and up-close Port of Seattle sights from Elliott Bay.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“They will be experiencing iconic views of Seattle’s skyline, port and mountains and what more, there’s a guide on board who is very knowledgeable of the city and its surroundings - they offer clear narration of everything you”ll need to know. This is worth a visit!”

2,077 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $45.70by Argosy Cruises

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Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle - Hoisting the sails: hands-on fun that actually feels authentic
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Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle

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2.Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle

Sunset aboard Seattle’s tall ship on Puget Sound. Hoist sails, sip a drink, and spot the Space Needle, Rainier, and mountains.

★ 5.0

“It is colder on the water than on land. Sailing was very smooth. Adult beverages are for sale onboard. There was a restroom on the boat, steep steps to reach it though.”

593 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $59.00by Seattle's Tall Ship

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Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour - Stop-by-stop: Waterfront and the Space Needle postcard angle
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Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour

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4.Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour

Sail Seattle’s waterfront on a historic tall ship. Skyline, Space Needle, and possible Mount Rainier views from Pier 66 in about 2 hours.

★ 4.5

“very nice crew and chill and relaxing experience - beautiful day with great people - fun time! Would do it again.”

473 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $39.00by Seattle's Tall Ship

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Seattle Locks Cruise - Lake Union’s Floating Homes and Shipyard World
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Seattle Locks Cruise

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5.Seattle Locks Cruise

One-way Seattle Locks cruise with live narration, Ballard Locks action, floating homes, skyline photos, and Puget Sound views.

★ 5.0

“It's a nice cruise. The best part was seeing the Salmon jumping out of the water. Make sure to take a jacket, it gets colder when you enter the saltwater section.”

381 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $63.28by Argosy Cruises

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2 Hour Guided Boat Tour in Gig Harbor and Narrows Bridges - Gig Harbor’s harbor village: the “first impressions” stop
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2 Hour Guided Boat Tour in Gig Harbor and Narrows Bridges

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Seattle: Tall Sailboat Sunset Harbor Cruise - Meeting Bay Lady at Bell Harbor Marina on Pier 66
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Seattle: Tall Sailboat Sunset Harbor Cruise

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7.Seattle: Tall Sailboat Sunset Harbor Cruise

Sail the Bay Lady from Pier 66 at sunset for mountain glow, downtown skyline lights, and hands-on sailing with a bar onboard.

★ 4.8

“Really fun! Crew members were really welcoming and kept you engaged throughout the trip, involving you in raising the sail very fun! Would recommend and most definitely would go again”

223 reviews2 hoursFrom $79by Seattle's Tall Ship

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Seattle Sunset Sail BYOB - Getting on board: check-in, seating, and how the 2 hours really feel
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Seattle Sunset Sail BYOB

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8.Seattle Sunset Sail BYOB

BYOB Seattle sunset sail on a 70ft yacht with skyline and mountain views. Bring a picnic, bundle up, and enjoy calm Puget Sound.

★ 5.0

“Very friendly and engaging crew. Phillip and Anna were awesome. Gorgeous views. A great way to spend a relaxing evening.”

187 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $71.00by Sailing Seattle

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Seattle Sailing Experience BYOB - How the cruise actually feels once you’re onboard
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Seattle Sailing Experience BYOB

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9.Seattle Sailing Experience BYOB

BYOB 70ft sailing on Puget Sound with a pro crew, skyline views, and a relaxed pace. Small group, limited seats, dress for weather.

★ 5.0

“Beautiful, well maintained boat; friendly and professional crew. This is an excellent value, just make sure to dress for the weather!”

172 reviewsFrom $60.00by Sailing Seattle

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Seattle's Best Private Sailing Adventure on the Puget Sound BYOB! - Shilshole Bay Marina: what to expect at check-in
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Seattle’s Best Private Sailing Adventure on the Puget Sound BYOB!

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10.Seattle’s Best Private Sailing Adventure on the Puget Sound BYOB!

Private 3-hour Puget Sound sail from Shilshole Bay Marina. Day or sunset, BYOB, wildlife spotting, and a captain to show you the ropes.

★ 5.0

“Our family of 3 had a wonderful experience. Winds were low that day, so not much "sailing," but Russ still made it a great afternoon! He was full of information and fun conversation. We hung out in the Sound, ventured near the Locks, and watched some seals swimming near the rocks. Sunny and temps in…”

126 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $549.00by Candere Cruising

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Seattle's Favorite Sightseeing Floating Homes Cruise - BYOB! - Price and BYOB cocktails: how the value adds up
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Seattle’s Favorite Sightseeing Floating Homes Cruise – BYOB!

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Seattle: Sunset Sailing Cruise - The 70-foot yacht experience: what you’ll notice once you’re on board
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Seattle: Sunset Sailing Cruise

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12.Seattle: Sunset Sailing Cruise

2-hour Seattle sunset sailing cruise on a 70-ft racing yacht from Elliott Bay. See skyline, Olympic Mountains, Rainier, plus BYO drinks.

★ 4.8

“The skipper & first hand were both excellent, the water was calm & weather superb. Highly recommend 👍”

114 reviewsFrom $71by Sailing Seattle

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Seattle: Tall Ship Harbor Cruise - Two Hours of Seattle Views: Space Needle, Smith Tower, and Mountain Air
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Seattle: Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

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13.Seattle: Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

2-hour Bay Lady schooner cruise from Pier 66. Seattle skyline and mountains, hands-on sailing, onboard drinks and sea life.

★ 4.7

“It was a little crowded (not unusual for this time of year) and this is not high speed sailing — but the crew was engaging. They shot a mini cannon off, kept serving beverages, had guests help raise the sails…”

86 reviewsFrom $73by Seattle's Tall Ship

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Guided Seattle Sailing Adventure from Bainbridge Island - The Route Beyond Eagle Harbor: Seattle’s Skyline Meets Old-Port Feel
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Guided Seattle Sailing Adventure from Bainbridge Island

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14.Guided Seattle Sailing Adventure from Bainbridge Island

Private 2-hour sailing from Bainbridge Island with Captain Scott. Glide past Eagle Harbor, spot wildlife, and enjoy Rainier and the Olympics.

★ 5.0

“Captain Scott was gracious, extremely knowledgeable about the history of the area, and took us on a wonderful, relaxed and fun sailing. It was a treat to have such a beautiful perspective of a special spot on this earth.”

82 reviews2 hours (approx.)by Sail Rumbera

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Seattle: 1.5 Hour Sailing Cruise - The Route: Downtown Skyline, West Seattle, Bainbridge Island, and the Mountain Lines
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Seattle: 1.5 Hour Sailing Cruise

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15.Seattle: 1.5 Hour Sailing Cruise

Sail Elliott Bay on a 70ft ocean racing sailboat for $49. Views of downtown Seattle and Mount Rainier plus a relaxed BYO boat vibe.

★ 4.9

“Cool sailboat experience. The two people who navigated the boat for us were experienced and very nice. If you’re looking for a relaxing ride out on the water, highly recommend”

65 reviewsFrom $49by Sailing Seattle

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