One-Hour Private Seattle Sightseeing Cruise - BYOB!
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Seattle, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Step aboard a private boat for a cruise on Lake Union. Traveling with only your group means personalized attention and the chance to ask questions. Take in sights of Lake Union's draw bridges, seaplanes, and scenic shoreline while listening to engaging narrative and sipping drinks. Bring your own beer or wine!
- Use of all safety equipment (lifejackets)
- Private group for personalized attention
- See Seattle's sights from the water
- Bring your own beer or wine!
What's Included
- Boat
- Captain / Tour Guide
- Safety equipment (e.g. life jackets)
- Gratuities
- Food
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1341 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103, USA
North Side of Lake Union, Near Gas Works Park, 1341 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA, 98103 When looking at the front door for the Divers Institute, go to the left side of the building and down into the parking lot. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early as we leave right on time
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Lake Union
Admission Ticket Free
Space Needle (Pass By)
Gas Works Park (Pass By)
Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Casual dress and closed-toe shoes recommended
- Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately. A light jacket is recommended
- Restrooms are available on board
- Guests are welcome to bring a picnic lunch or small cooler of food and drinks. A limited amount of beer and wine is ok too.
- Smoking is prohibited on board due to US Coast Guard regulations
- The vessel is not handicap accessible; however, local operator will accommodate a person with limited mobility as possible
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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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Reviews
5.0
based on 65 reviews
Vincent_R, Sep 2025
Captain Kurt not (Kirk) was awesome. The boat, his stories and knowledge while relaxing throughout the lake was a top tier experience. My fiance and I were celebrating our engagement and it was a perfect part of our trip.
parkerowens, Aug 2025
Captain Curt provided an informative and fun commentary to the trip. Plenty to see on Lake Union, comfortable boat with plenty of room for 4.
sheila_B, Jun 2025
This was awesome. We learn and had a great time with Curt. Curt was very informative and had a lot of knowledge.
John_Y, Jun 2023
The floating houses were great to see. The tour really gives oneself a perspective of the city and lake layout. Cool!
Katie_M, Sep 2022
Great trip! Captain Curt was friendly and knowledgeable. He was great helping some nervous members or our party on and off the boat. Also great with our 8 year old.
Travis_G, Aug 2022
Great private boat cruise around Lake Union. We had a sunset cruise that was beautiful. Captain Nate was absolutely great.
Cheryl_B, Jul 2022
Had a great time with just our family on the boat. I highly recommend it. It was very relaxing we all really enjoyed ourselves.
Will_R, Sep 2021
Was a great trip. Our Captain / Bartender Amy was excellent and very knowledgeable about Lake Union and all the boats and floating homes
DANNY_S, Sep 2021
Our boat Captain Brian was an excellent tour guide and drink maker. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. Note: this cruise includes only on drink any others are $6 each.
Dee_S, Sep 2021
Four of us were in Seattle from San Antonio, celebrating my husband's birthday over Labor Day weekend. Amy was an excellent captain, ensuring we had all the safety information and then we were totally in relax mode as her passengers. The lake was pretty busy with yachts, rowboats, paddle-boarders, kayaks--you name it. Lots of friendly waves from passersby. The weather was perfect, a sunny day in the low 70s. It was a spectacular way to spend the day!
April_W, Sep 2021
Mark was very knowledgeable and served great drinks! Lovely little ride with great views of the city .
Sara_S, Aug 2021
We had a great time on the boat cruise. We were celebrating my friends birthday. Price was great, our boat captain was great.
Rustin_R, Aug 2021
We had a party of 4. It was a great time and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour.
Jamie_K, Aug 2021
Beautiful day! Marc was a great host… friendly, outgoing, informative and made our trip a great one! Our friends had never visited Seattle before and celebrating their 23rd anniversary 💕
Amanda_D, Aug 2021
Cruise was awesome. We had the best hosts. Our captains were friendly and accommodating.. perfect way fo see Seattle, especially at sunset.
Greg_B, Aug 2021
Fantastic experience! Very knowledgeable, informative and fun! Excellent captain and bartender! Thanks Amy!
Russell_Z, Aug 2021
Madeline was the most engaging tour host I have ever had and I try to do frequent tours. Great experience!
Candice_R, Jul 2021
It was so awesome! Our captain Amy I think. She said she was about to move to Alaska. Ha ha She was so awesome and took time telling us all she could. Great Time!
Carmin_S, Jul 2021
Brian was a great captain/bartender. We had a lot of laughs and a relaxing time. Perfect way to spend a Friday evening.
Windy_H, Jul 2021
Our captain was Brian and he was fabulous! One of the most favorite things we did in Seattle! The lake is beautiful and Brian gave us lots of intersting information about the area and recommended additional things to do and see. I highly recommend taking this wonderful cruise!
zahrtmisty, Jul 2021
Amazing experience, highly recommend! Mark was a delightful captain and full of great knowledge to share.
Cecil_H, Jun 2021
It was amazing, I love everything about it. It was a perfect experience and we will do it again. Please send me more events.
Ron_H, Jun 2021
Dillon was great host. I've lived in Seattle for 40yrs, and it was really fun to get his historical perspective on lake union that I'd never known. He was also really good about "reading the room" by giving us room to connect as a family on his boat, and be attentive when appropriate. Highly recommend.
Annette_T, Jun 2021
Everything about our experience was outstanding! It was like being out with a friend - easy conversation, knowledgeable about the area, great stories, excellent drinks, and a true hospitality professional. I can't recommend this experience enough!
Eve_S, May 2021
Amazing experience, was very enjoyable & highly recommended. Can’t wait to go again!! The captain was very good, and had a Bluetooth speaker which made the boat ride ideal!
Krystal_l, May 2021
The drinks were reasonably priced, the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was casual and relaxing. If you have a smaller group, I would recommend this over the larger cruise ships.
Would definitely book this again.
Cheryl_F, May 2021
Fantastic trip on the water. Great Captain, safe and fun! I have been on other boats but this experience was the best. Will do this again.
Julie_L, May 2021
Amazing! Peaceful and gorgeous views. Tour guide Brian was amazing and knowledgeable! Great hour well worth it!
Mari_P, Apr 2021
Loved the old boat! Dillon was a great captain. The only thing I'd change if I could was the rainy weather.
Samantha_F, Oct 2020
Madeline was awesome! My friends and I loved her! It was a great experience and we wish we could’ve did it for longer.
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