Since 1963, locals and visitors alike have enjoyed the 2-1/2 hour Locks Tour. The cruise connects the salt water of Puget Sound and the fresh water of Lake Union via the Hiram Chittenden Locks. Enjoy live narration of Seattle's history, while viewing the historic waterfront. View the spectacular city skyline one of the world's largest shipping terminals, the majestic Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges and the "Sleepless in Seattle" houseboat community. The overland loop is connected via Gray Line of Seattle motor coach. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
No cruises on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. Reservations recommended; walk-ups always welcome.
This year we also have a special Locks Cruise Dining Experience:
LOCKS LUNCH OR BRUNCH COMBO TOUR SERIES
Wednesday's this summer: June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, August 6, August 13, August 20 and August 27, 2008
Brunch 10:00am-12:30pm or Lunch 1:00pm-3:30pm
Royal Argosy , Pier 56, Seattle Waterfront
Join us for a one-of-a-kind brunch or lunch as we cruise through the famous Hiram Chittenden Locks - Seattle's mini-version of the Panama Canal, and our most popular tour. This fully narrated tour will take you from downtown Seattle, through the Locks and into Lake Union where you will disembark at the new South Lake Union Park. A motorcoach will quickly return you to the Seattle waterfront. Your fully narrated cruise includes a fabulous buffet as well as coffee, tea or soda. (Note: July 2nd and 9th will end at Fisherman’s terminal with a return coach from that location.)
Menus:
Brunch: Fresh fruit, spinach salad, pastries, mini quiches, roasted potatoes, vegetable frittata, cinammon swirl french toast, sausage, bacon, smoked salmon display and fruit cocktail.
Lunch: Seared Alaskan Salmon, Pork Verde, Tri-colored Cheese-filled Ravioli, Aegean Salad, Pineapple Rice, Seasonal Roasted Vegetables and Chef’s Dessert Selection
$41.36 per adult (Dining Room Service charge and tax are additional.) Please CALL to make your reservation for this series: 206.623.1445 Thank you! OR feel free to cruise on just the Locks tour during these times!
Please Note
**Due to on-going repairs of the Locks this summer, (ending September 1, 2008) please expect delays on all Locks Cruises.
All bookings by phone, on-line or in person are final and non-refundable.
January 1 - March 21, 2008
Daily: 1:00pm
March 22 - June 6, 2008
Daily: 12:30pm, 3:30pm
June 7 - September 1, 2008**
Daily: 10:00am, 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 6:30pm
September 2 - October 19, 2008
Daily: 12:00pm, 3:30pm
October 20 - December 31, 2008
Daily: 1:00pm
Variable fuel surcharge fee and tax are additional.
Adults
$29.84 (Jan-Mar; Oct-Dec)
$35.81 (Apr-Sept)
Children (ages 5-12)
$10.11 (Jan-Mar; Oct-Dec)
$11.94 (Apr-Sept)
Southbound on I-5
Take the James St. exit. Take your first right on Columbia and proceed down the hill to the waterfront. Turn right on Alaskan Way; Pier 56 will be on your left.
Northbound on I-5
Take the Madison St. exit. Turn left on Madison and continue down the hill to Alaskan Way. Turn right on Alaskan Way; Pier 56 will be on your left.
Southbound on 99
As you approach downtown you will go through a tunnel. Take the first exit on the right as soon as the tunnel ends. This exit is marked with a green sign that says "Exit." This is the Western Ave. exit. Proceed through the light and take a left at the stop sign onto Elliott Ave. Follow Elliott past Pike Place Market, Elliott turns into Western Ave. Take a right onto University. Then take a left onto Alaskan Way, Pier 56 will be on your right.
Northbound on 99
Take the Seneca St. exit, turn right on 1st Avenue, turn right on Madison, turn right on Alaskan Way; Pier 56 will be on your left.
Parking
There is no designated Argosy parking. Meter parking under the Alaskan Way viaduct/99 is good for two hours. There are many pay lots are in the area.
Ticketing
Visit the Argosy Visitor Center at Pier 56 for ticket sales, will call, boarding gifts and merchandise.
Map
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The Goodtime III has a fully enclosed main deck. The upper deck is partially enclosed. A maximum of 150 guests for a reception or 80 guests for table seating. This boat offers a full-service bar on the main deck. This vessel is moored at Pier 55 on the Seattle waterfront. This is generally the boat used for our Locks Cruises, but is subject to change.
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