Seattle’s Original Sailing Cruise (Est. 1984) – 70ft Boat - BYOB
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Seattle, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Sail across Seattle’s iconic Puget Sound—and leave the logistics to someone else—on this boat tour. Climb aboard the 70-foot sailboat and set off to explore the waters of the sound, with panoramic views of the Elliott Bay Waterfront, the surrounding mountains, and the Seattle skyline. Bring your own food and drinks to have on board, as you relax and leave the sailing to the experienced crew.
- Cruise around Puget Sound in Seattle and see the city from a new vantage point
- Bring your own drinks and snacks for convenience
- Meet likeminded travelers who enjoy the water on this tour
- Enjoy a sailboat ride with a professional crew
What's Included
- Sales Tax
- Alcoholic BeveragesYou may bring your own onboard!
- SnacksYou may bring your own onboard!
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1201 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Please arrive 20 minutes early to check in and receive your boarding passes. You will find our yellow and green booth at the north side of Pier 56. We have many red signs with our company name. We are directly next to "The Seattle Shop."
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
1
Elliott Bay Waterfront
2
Seattle
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Joanna_D
We had a wonderful time. The views of the city, mountains, and surrounding sights are spectacular. We live near Seattle and have never done this. We definitely recommend for locals and tourists to check it out. We packed a bottle of wine, as well as some light snacks. The crew was very hospitable and professional!
Reviews
4.9
based on 212 reviews
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Karen_H, Aug 2026
We enjoyed a relaxing sail taking in the Seattle skyline. Our captain was really informative. The boat was comfortable with a small group. It was just perfect for my first trip to Seattle. I loved it all.
Kathleen_D, Aug 2026
Won't work for those with mobility issues..beautiful sailboat
I could have laid in the sun but it wasn't that kind of excursion...lol
Beth_H, Aug 2026
When your website had a max of 9 people i booked for all nine expecting to have the boat to ourselves was a bit disapointing
But the sail was very nice
Mike_B, Jul 2026
This is a great way to get out on the water and see the Seattle skyline. It was a beautiful 70’ sailboat with an experienced captain and crew. We had a great time.
Eleanora_I, Jul 2026
I enjoyed the beginning of the cruise, but then it turned very windy and cold, making it difficult to enjoy the views. The crew gave us warm jackets and blankets, but even that did not help. And this was mid-July. There were only 5 of us on the boat, and it would have been a very nice experience on a calm day, but there is no way to predict that. I would recommend this experience to those who can tolerate cold and wind better than I. I would have also preferred a narrated tour. The crew welcomed questions, but without knowing much about the area, how do you know what to ask?
Kathryn_S, Jul 2026
Wow! We had a gorgeous day - I understand weather can’t be controlled by any tour provider, but the day was perfection.
What a tour provider CAN control is the experience, and Capt. Karl went above & beyond. Our 11 year old granddaughter not only experienced her first sailboat ride ever, but she got to steer the ship under Capt Karl’s capable guidance. What started out as a nice way to spend a few hours on arrival day in Seattle turned into a core memory for a girl who discovered bow much she loves sailing! It was perfection from start to finish. Thank you so much!!!
Jessica_G, Jun 2026
We had so much fun! Great day and great wind for sailing! Carl and Bri were amazing hosts and very personable!
Erika_G, Sep 2025
Beautiful, well maintained boat; friendly and professional crew. This is an excellent value, just make sure to dress for the weather!
Kathy_K, Sep 2025
This was just as described, a basic sail on Puget Sound. Limited seating. Check in early to get your boarding passes as you board by number and therefore have best seating choice
Nancy_L, Sep 2025
Best way to see the Seattle skyline and take in the sights. Captain Phil and 1st mate Anna were awesome. Very capable, knowledgeable, kind and friendly. The sun even came out and super relaxing.
Joe_H, Sep 2025
Great trip. Lovely crew, great way to see the City while also being peaceful and enjoying Puget Sound
Marguerite_G, Sep 2025
Very relaxing. Comfortable sailing with stable boat. Friendly Captain and First Mate. Beautiful setting. Great way to end a busy day with amazing views of Seattle from the water. We enjoyed the sail very much. Thank you!
Andra_K, Sep 2025
I took my mom and 6Y old son on this cruise, and it didn’t disappoint. It was a great experience for the whole family! The captain and deck hand were very knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to see lots of orcas. Took some pictures of the sunset and the great wheel as we were cruising. And we got to bring our own food/drinks which was a plus! Definitely recommend this cruise for all ages!
Tristana_W, Sep 2025
This was a great way to get out of the busy city. Was super peaceful to be on the water and it was nice to interact with the crew. Very sweet men running the business. Thank you for a great time!
Joy_M, Sep 2025
This experience is not suitable for anyone with ADA requirements. My friends and I had a fantastic time, the crew/captain were very experienced. Although our weather was overcast and a bit chilly, we had a great time watching the porpoises, jumping salmon and seeing Seattle from the waterside. If you get cold, they have blankets which I thought was a nice touch. I highly recommend this excursion.
Melanie_J, Sep 2025
Completely worth it! This was a lovely way to spend a few hours and get a different perspective of Seattle. Great views and friendly/knowledgeable crew.
Christine_P, Aug 2025
So boring. Zero commentary from crew. We sailed so slow it felt like we were not even moving. People actually were falling asleep. You will take away no knowledge of Seattle. So if you want to just relax I guess it is fine but not what we expected from a trip that has 99% tourists.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hi Ms. Pelle, I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your time onboard. We don't market ourself as a guided tour (because our goal is to be relaxing), but I understand where you are coming from. Send me an email to joey@sailingseattle.com and I will set you up with another cruise on our boats. Cheers.
Joey
co-owner
Anthony_T, Aug 2025
It was worth every penny. We brought sandwiches and a bottle of wine and throughly enjoyed our 2 hour cruise. The staff was friendly and professional. We highly recommend sailing seattle. Can’t wait to do it again.
Maria_H, Aug 2025
It’s very important to know that there is limiting seating. If u do not have a seat, u have to sit on the floor and u have to keep moving out of the workers way so they can sail the boat. The view was nice but if you’re looking for something u can relax and be left alone, this is not it. Something else that bothered me was having a man sail the boat and the female staff member was doing all of the hard manual work. I hated to witness that SO MUCH! The bathroom was also dirty and smelly, the staff is strict u can’t play music, can barely walk around or do anything. I felt like I was in kindergarten.
Ronnie_G, Aug 2025
We had a beautiful day on the Puget sound with perfect wind and a very pleasant crew. My grandson’s first time sailing and he loved it.
kerri_p, Aug 2025
Very relaxing and fun! It was a perfect day out and the crew were really open have people help them sail!
Stacy_T, Aug 2025
We had an amazing experience with this crew. The team was very friendly and made sure each guest was comfortable out on the water. The tour out on the water was breathtaking.
Kristina_R, Aug 2025
It was our first sail and it was a very relaxing and perfect experience! It was a beautiful day to sail and see Seattle and surrounding area!
Reza_T, Aug 2025
Relaxing and fun experience with some lessons on how the sailing boats operate. The crew were friendly and accommodating.
Wendy_D, Aug 2025
It was a fabulous experience! I have lived in the area for 20+ years and never gone sailboating. I surprised my husband for his 60th birthday and it was a hit! The staff were great and it was fun to swap stories with those on the sailboat. I highly recommend!
Sharon_W, Aug 2025
Was relaxing with stunning views of the Seattle Skyline.
Staff (crew) was very friendly yet professional.
Caitlin_W, Jul 2025
We had a lovely time sailing, well worth the cost. The crew was very knowledgeable and friendly. A really nice experience.
Alyssa_U, Jul 2025
Staff allowed me to steer that sail boat , we talked about their experience of sailing and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere with my spouse.
Deborah_G, Jul 2025
Relaxing time on the water on a beautiful boat. Bring your own drinks, sit back and enjoy the ride. It was spectacular.
Marshele_R, Jul 2025
The crew were amazing, from the guy at the dock to the captain and first mate. We had an amazing and relaxing time. Would highly recommend!!!!
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