Cruise Lake Union on a 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour
Cruise Lake Union for skyline views, seaplanes, and floating homes
Duration
1 Hour
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
1 drink, Sightseeing cruise
Highlights
Explore Lake Union on a 1-hour cruise departing from the north side of the lake near Gas Works Park. See Seattle sights like the Space Needle as you relax on board with a drink.
- Depart from the north side of Lake Union near Gas Works Park
- Spot seaplane takeoffs and landings up close
- See the Space Needle, Fremont Bridge, and St. Marks Cathedral
- Cruise past floating homes, including the Sleepless in Seattle home
- Enjoy views of classic cruisers and modern mega yachts
- Bring your own food; no personal alcohol allowed
What's Included
- 1 drink
Things to know
Additional drinks cost extra. Gratuity is not included; clarify the amount you’d like to tip with Greetwell before booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel/reschedule up to 72 hours before departure. Rescheduling 72–24 hours prior: fee up to 50% may apply. Rescheduling within 24 hours: fee up to 100% may apply. They do not cancel for rain.
FAQs
Arrive 15 minutes early. The cruise leaves right on time, so plan extra time for traffic and limited parking.
Wait at the picnic tables at the end of the dock. A crew member will greet you there and escort you to the boat.
Wear flat shoes. Pointy heels and higher platform shoes are not safe on the dock and are less stable on a moving boat. Dress for the temperature.
More about Gas Works Park
Gas Works Park is one of Seattle's most striking waterfront landmarks, and seeing it from the deck of a Lake Union sightseeing cruise gives you a perspective most visitors never get. The park's rust-streaked towers and weathered industrial bones rise from the north shore of Lake Union, a reminder of the gasification plant that operated here from 1906 to 1956. Reimagined as a public green space, Gas Works Park is now a beloved gathering spot for kite flyers, picnickers, and photographers, and from the water you can take in its full silhouette against the skyline in a single sweeping glance.
During the one-hour cruise, your captain guides the boat past Gas Works Park while sharing stories about its industrial past and its transformation into the green hilltop you see today. You will glide close enough to pick out details on the old gas plant machinery, the colorful sundial atop Kite Hill, and the people scattered across the lawn enjoying the day. The contrast is part of the magic: floating homes bob nearby, seaplanes lift off and land on the lake, and the downtown towers gleam in the distance, while Gas Works Park anchors the scene with its raw, sculptural character. Sensory details come thick and fast, the salt-fresh breeze off the water, the hum of the boat's engine, the cries of gulls overhead.
This cruise is perfect for first-time visitors who want a relaxed introduction to Seattle, photography lovers chasing that classic Gas Works Park shot from the water, and families looking for an easy outing with kids. Couples will appreciate the unhurried pace and the chance to take in the city without battling traffic or crowds. If you have been curious about Gas Works Park or simply want to see Seattle from a fresh angle, this leisurely loop around Lake Union delivers both in a single, memorable hour on the water.
