Seattle Waterfront

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Attractions near Seattle Waterfront: Seattle Great Wheel Tillicum Village Seattle Aquarium

Free admission

Alaskan Way, Seattle, 98101

The Basics

Seattle’s central waterfront area stretches from Pier 50 to Pier 70, bookended by Olympic Sculpture Park, to the north, and Pioneer Square, to the south. Visit the Seattle Waterfront to see Pike Place Market, which sits in the middle of the waterfront, and attractions like the Seattle Aquarium, Waterfront Park, and the Seattle Great Wheel.

Many Seattle city tours include stops at waterfront destinations. You can also head to one of the area’s many piers to hop on a whale-watching cruise or to take a ferry to Bainbridge Island or a boat to Victoria or the San Juan Islands.

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Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

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USD94.00 per adult

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The tour guide, Gary was...

The tour guide, Gary was very personable and flexible. There was only two others and Gary so we had a private and fun experience.

Irene_M, May 2023

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Nice experience

Robbin_R, May 2023

Seattle Locks Cruise - Roundtrip Tour With Return Bus

Nice ride and information. Good way to experience how a lock works and spend time on the water. See alot of variety of water craft as well.

Wish we had a longer stop...

Gerald_S, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

Wish we had a longer stop at the locks. Otherwise your was great. Gary was so informative and pleasant to listen to.

Really nice way to get an...

Ana_M, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

Really nice way to get an understanding of the city and surroundings, also outside the core of the city, but do not expect much walking. Trip was on time and the guide told a lot of info about Seattle while driving around. Seattle is a beautiful city to see, not only downtown!

We had fun the only thing...

Scott_D, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

We had fun the only thing is now I have to see my chiropractor to adjust my spine after the roughness of the bus ride. But overall it was fun.

Great Trip

Ian_G, Apr. 2023

Victoria to Seattle High-Speed Passenger Ferry: ONE-WAY

Faultless service and helpful staff. For tourists it was as easy as it could be and I will happily recommend you to people back in NZ coming this way.

Fun

Randall_G, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

The tour was fun and filled w very interesting facts about Seattle. The van was a nice size..small group.

Quick last minute trip.

Richard_H, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

Steve, our guide, was super nice and knowledgeable. He made the trip more special. He kept us engaged and made timely stops so we were able to get some great pictures. We scheduled last minute and filled an afternoon with Seattle memories.

3 hour Seattle tour

Helen_H, Apr. 2023

3-Hour Seattle City Tour

James did an outstanding job!!! So knowledgeable and funny. We had the best time ever. The ride flew by. We’re in love with Seattle.

The guide was awesome and...

Melinda_W, Apr. 2023

3-Hour Seattle City Tour

The guide was awesome and full of knowledge of the city. Very worth the money spent and I learned alot

Great tour

Kathy_U, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

Seeing the view from Kerry park. Enjoyed the driver. She was very knowledgeable. Would recommend this tour to see a lot in a little amount of time

Let me introduce you to Seattle

julie_m, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

Malaia was wonderful! She shared many interesting stories and educated us on the people and history of seattle. It made the area even more beautiful. You can tell this is a city she loves. Had she not told us we were her maiden voyage we wouldn’t have known. This is an excellent way to get acquainted with the city!!

Wonderful.Wish it had been longer.

Cindy_J, May 2023

Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour

I loved seeing the seals and birds in the water.The smell of the seawater was great. Amalie was a great tour guide.Friendly and knowledgeable.Her boss was an added pleasure. Good job guys. I highly recommend this tour.

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Things to Know Before You Go

Alaskan Way and part of the Elliott Bay Trail run parallel to the waterfront.
When visiting Seattle, always be prepared for changeable weather.
There are plenty of coffee shops and restaurants along the waterfront.
Many waterfront restaurants are particularly well known for their seafood.

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How to Get There

The Pioneer Square and Westlake light rail stations put you within a few blocks of the waterfront, and several city buses have stops on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd avenues, which are a few minutes’ walk away.

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When to Get There

Morning is a great time for a walk along the waterfront, and many cruises from local piers depart in the morning. Evening offers sunset views and a lively atmosphere for cocktails and dinner.

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Pioneer Square

Located at the southern end of the Seattle Waterfront, Pioneer Square is a historic neighborhood that dates back to 1852 and is considered the city’s birthplace. After enjoying the other waterfront sights (like Pike Place Market), come here to visit the popular district’s galleries, boutiques, and restaurants and to admire its Romanesque Revival architecture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What are the nearest attractions to Seattle Waterfront?

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As well as visiting the Seattle Waterfront, check out these trip ideas to make the most of your visit:

Seattle Waterfront

The Basics

Recent reviews from experiences in Seattle

Things to Know Before You Go

How to Get There

Trip ideas

How Seattle Became an Oyster Town (and Where To Slurp Them)

A Space Needle Employee’s Guide to Seattle

5 Kid-Friendly Museums in Seattle and How to Visit

A Store Owner's Guide to Seattle's Chinatown

5 Ways to Get Out on the Water in Seattle

How to Spend 1 Day in Seattle

How to Spend 3 Days in Seattle

How to Spend 2 Days in Seattle

Victoria Day Trips From Seattle

Food Lover's Guide to Seattle

Taking the Ferry in Seattle

Pike Place Fishmonger Tips for Selecting Seafood

Woodinville Wine Country Tours from Seattle

When to Get There

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