Seattle Cruise Port Transfer: Sightseeing Tour + Airport Drop-Off
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See Seattle highlights if you only have a few hours between the time you exit your cruise ship and need to get to the airport with this private sightseeing experience for up to 4 designed specifically for cruise passengers heading to the airport.
After pickup from your cruise terminal, enjoy a relaxed, fully narrated drive through Seattle’s historic districts, waterfront, and vibrant neighborhoods while learning the stories that shaped the Emerald City. Visit the Ballard Locks, stop for photos at the Space Needle and the famous skyline viewpoint at Kerry Park. Drive downtown Seattle, Pioneer Square, and the stadium district as your guide shares local history and culture.
If time, you’ll also cross Lake Washington on I-90, one of the world’s longest floating bridges.
Your tour concludes with convenient drop-off at Sea-Tac International Airport or a Seattle or Sea-Tac Hotel of your choice.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 3 hours 15 min
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Sturdy SUV.
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Meals
- Optional, but appreciated. Thank you!
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Begin your tour with convenient pickup directly from your cruise terminal at Pier 91 or, when applicable, Pier 66. Your guide will meet you after disembarkation, assist with loading your luggage, and begin the Seattle sightseeing experience from the port.
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Stop 2
Visit the only place in the United States where boats can travel from fresh water to salt water via a lock system that you can watch close-up in action. While there, you may also see wildlife - from seals to salmon. This is a truly special sight to see while visiting Seattle.
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Stop 3
Travelers will see Frankie Feetsplinter, a giant hand-built troll created from recycled wood by Danish artist Thomas Dambo outside the National Nordic Museum in Ballard. Depending on timing and interest, we may stop briefly for photos and a closer look at this playful piece inspired by Nordic folklore.
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Stop 4
Absolutely the best view spot in Seattle. Take in views of Puget Sound, the Port of Seattle, Space Needle, city center and all three of Seattle's professional sports stadiums. This is the iconic view spot that you won't want to miss.
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Stop 5
Get your photo taken at the base of the iconic Seattle Space Needle with an optional stop at MOPOP (the Museum of Pop Culture)'s gift shop to shop for items that represent Seattle's grunge music scene.
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Stop 6
Travelers may stop here for restroom access, an optional visit to the gift shop, and photos with views of the Space Needle before continuing the tour.
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Stop 7
Don't miss this architectural marvel in the middle of downtown Seattle. Guide will stop at or drive by the Amazon Spheres and offer stories of how Amazon has helped shape Seattle.
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Stop 8
Drive by the newly revamped and enhanced Seattle waterfront.
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Stop 9
Optional 1 hour stop at pike place market. This is a private tour, if seeing the market is a priority for your group we can adjust the tour on the fly to make sure you experience it!
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Stop 10
Drive by Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park, home to the Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders and Seattle Mariners professional sports teams.
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Stop 11
Drive through Seattle's historic Pioneer Square, where you'll learn the history of early Seattle and see and learn about how the city recovered from the Great Fire of 1889.
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Stop 12
In this unique corner of Seattle, you will see unique architecture and learn the history of Seattle's Asian communities and influence. Stop by the historic Panama Hotel for coffee, tea and history.
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Stop 13
Travelers will stop in West Seattle for panoramic views of the downtown skyline, Elliott Bay, and the surrounding city. From near the area where Seattle was first established, guests can see the city from a different perspective and look back across many of the neighborhoods and landmarks explored during the tour.
Meeting point & pickup
Hotel pickup included for all travelers
Pickup is available at Seattle cruise terminals and downtown Seattle hotels. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and nearby airport hotels are available by arrangement. We will text you to confirm the exact pickup location. Please provide your flight time and luggage count so we can confirm vehicle fit and coordinate your airport drop-off.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $699.99 per person
- Free cancellation
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