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Argosy Cruises Spirit of Seattle boat on Elliot Bay by crane.

Argosy Cruises

Seattle’s Original Harbor Cruise™

A Harbor Cruise is a unique and fun way to enjoy Seattle from the water! During this 1-hour narrated cruise, you’ll see all of the beauty and history of the Emerald City. From the skyline to the shipping port, there’s views and history everyone will enjoy.

The Harbor Cruise experience includes:
  • Live narration with facts and history of Seattle’s past and present
  • Panoramic and up-close views of the Seattle skyline and shipping port
  • Sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound
  • Full-service bar on board with cocktails, local wine and beer, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase
Argosy Cruises Spirit of Seattle boat on Elliot Bay in front of the Space Needle.
2026 Harbor Cruise Departure Schedule:

Departs Seattle Waterfront Pier 55 

Additional departure times will be available, see website for full schedule 

Jan 1– Mar 12 
Daily: 10:45, 12:05, 1:25, 2:45

Mar 13–May 21  
Daily: 10:45, 12:05, 1:25, 2:45, 4:05

May 22–June 12   
Daily: 10:45, 12:05, 1:25, 2:45, 4:05, 5:25

June 13 – Aug 31
Daily: 10:45, 12:05, 1:25, 2:00, 2:45, 3:20, 4:05, 4:40, 6:00, 7:20  
*Limited schedule for 4th of July & Seafair weekends 

Sept 1 – Oct 11 
Daily: 10:45, 12:05, 1:25, 2:45, 4:05, 5:25 

Oct 12-Dec 31
Daily: 10:45, 12:05, 1:25, 2:45
*Closed Christmas Day

How to redeem TopTix ticket:
  • Purchase your TopTix 2-Pack or 3-Pack.
    • Your date and time selection is for the Space Needle.
  • Show your ticket at each attraction to enter.
    • See below for arrival info at Argosy Cruises.
  • Your TopTix ticket is good for redemption with Argosy Cruises within 1 week of your Space Needle visit.
ARRIVAL AT ARGOSY CRUISES:

Make your way to the Argosy Cruises Reservations Center at Pier 55 where a member of their Shoreside Hospitality team will exchange your voucher for a Harbor Cruise.

  • The Argosy Cruises Reservation Center & Gift Shop is located on the south side of the courtyard, in the red building under the blue Argosy Cruises awning. Once you have redeemed your voucher for a boarding pass, check-in will take place under the blue tent in the courtyard.
  • Do this, before joining the check-in line.
  • The Harbor Cruise departs from Pier 55 on the Seattle Waterfront.
Passengers on front deck of Argosy boat with Seattle skyscrapers in the distance. People enjoying views on boat deck of the Seattle skyline.
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