Currency
United States Dollar (USD)
Language
English
Time Zone
PST (UTC-8)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
7-8 nights
Price Range
From $139 pp
Port Type
embarkation
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Alaska cruises, offering access to pristine glaciers, wildlife, and remote coastal towns in Southeast Alaska.
Cruises that visit Seattle, Washington
- cruises to Seattle, Washington
- Seattle, Washington sailings
- Seattle, Washington cruises
- 6-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 6-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night American Cruise Lines cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Silversea cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 8-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 8-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 9-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 9-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
Build Your Day in Seattle, Washington
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 4:00 PM
Usually about 8 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Pike Place Market
Iconic farmer's market with flying fish
Space Needle
One of the best attractions in Seattle Time and money well spent.
Seattle Center
It’s filled with a lot of famous Seattle attractions.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
This is one of two attractions on my list for our visit to Seattle!
Seattle Aquarium
The Seattle Aquarium was a fun highlight of our trip.
Woodland Park Zoo
A great place to spend the day in Seattle for family visitors.
Kerry Park
You can see Seattle well Good spot to take a pictures highly recommend it.
Museum of Pop Culture
Cool exhibits in a striking venue
The Seattle Great Wheel
Iconic ride overlooking the waterfront
The Crab Pot Seattle
Laid-back option for seafood & drinks
Fremont Troll
Bit of fun to go and see but there's plenty to do in Seattle
Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour
Expert-led tours of old city remnants
Alki Beach Park
Beautiful clean beach, with an amazing view of the Seattle skyline.
Olympic Sculpture Park
It's a unique Seattle experience for the whole family!!
Open now
The 5 Point Cafe
Fun atmosphere, good sized portions, and great service - highly recommend!
Discovery Park
Beautiful lighthouse dope atmosphere tons of Seattle weirdos
Washington Park Arboretum
The Washington Park Arboetum is a Seattle treasure.
Pike Place Chowder - Pike Place Market
Counter-serve place for seafood chowder
Pacific Science Center
Features Seattle's largest IMAX theater.
Von's 1000Spirits
American eats & many types of booze
The Pink Door
Italian-American food with entertainment shows
Opens soon · 11:30 AM
Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge
Good food and service, a must if visiting Seattle.
Yard House
Some of the best happy hours in the Seattle downtown area.
Westlake Center
4 floors of shopping exploration for fun, food, merchandise.
Open · Closes 7 PM
Pacific Place
Nice mall with some cool stores and decent food selection in the top floor.
Open · Closes 7 PM
University Village
Lots of safe shopping, nice decorations, outside seating and umbrellas.
Open · Closes 8 PM
Lola
Contemporary, Greek-spirited cuisine
Lowell's Restaurant
Great restaurant with modern entourage,delicious food,and amazing wine list.
Sky View Observatory - Columbia Center
Excellent to see Seattle and Surrounding area from the 73rd floor.
Biscuit Bitch Pike Place
Great food, very generous portions, and the atmosphere is Bitchin.
Westwood Village
Vanities, Apparel, McDonald's, QFC, Target, Wingstop, and Marshall's.
Open · Closes 8 PM
Marination Ma Kai
This place is so laid back and chill, and the food and drinks are fabulous.
Ye Olde Curiosity Shop
Every inch is filled with old and new attention grabbing finds.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Elephant & Castle
Great spot with great service and reasonable prices for downtown Seattle.
Opens soon · 11:30 AM
Smith Tower
Worthwhile to do to get a great view of Seattle.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park
Beach access, swimming , picnic and family activities.
Storyville Coffee Pike Place
10 out of 10. Atmosphere, service, coffee and food were top notch.
Canlis
Celebrated cuisine with Lake Union views
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Luna Park Cafe
Quick service, excellent vegan options, and eclectic ambience.
The Fisherman's Restaurant Seattle
I had the seabass frittata and it was the best seabass dish I have ever had.
Opens soon · 11:30 AM
Beecher's Handmade Cheese
The pasta is perfectly cooked and the flavor was incredible.
Diller Room
So cool to take part of a Seattle institution and also have amazing drinks.
Closed · Opens 2 PM
Ludi's Restaurant
Generous portions, hand crafted food that comes out piping hot and so fast.
Beneath the Streets
Very fun & educational thing to do in Seattle.
Six Seven Restaurant
Seasonal & local fare with bay views
The Walrus and the Carpenter
Every single dish was delicious, well thought out and perfectly executed.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
HoneyHole Sandwiches
The atmosphere, drinks menu, and food are all immaculate.
The Capital Grille
Upscale chophouse chain with clubby look
Bacco Cafe
The food was delicious and so fresh and the service was outstanding!
El Gaucho Seattle
One of the best dining experiences in Seattle.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Some Random Bar
The beer selection was very good, and the beef tartare was incredible.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Museum of Illusions - Seattle
Onsite services
Matthews Beach Park
Great spot for a family swim with life guards on duty in the summer season
Broadway Market
The store selection is fantastic, and compared to safeway, it's way cheaper.
Open · Closes 11 PM
canon
Best bar in Seattle but be willing to spend a pretty penny.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Local Tide
Cozy venue for diverse seafood offerings
Damn the Weather
The drinks are great and bartenders are very friendly!
Shaker + Spear
The salmon was perfectly cooked and the horchata dessert was incredible.
Radiator Whiskey
Great food and drinks, chill vibe, and the staff are phenomenal.
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Bathtub Gin & Co.
The drinks, atmosphere, and vibe is top tier.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Scenic Beach State Park
Beach area good for swimming and kayaking,safe for kids
Victrola Coffee Roasters
The coffee is exceptional—rich, flavorful, and expertly crafted every time.
Matt's in the Market
The salmon was perfectly cooked—fresh, simple, and delicious.
Opens soon · 11:30 AM
Lune Cafe
The service was really good and the food and coffee was delicious.
Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture
We enjoyed the live demonstrations and participated in a scavenger hunt.
Mintish Coffee House
Beautiful layout, very friendly staff, awesome food/ coffee.
Moore Coffee Shop
Great pink and funky ambiance, unique coffee flavors & great service!
Madison Park Beach
Nice spot, not too loud, clean and most summer they have lifeguards services
Alder & Ash
Cool atmosphere, big space, friendly servers, and food tasted great.
Aerlume Seattle
New American fare with swank views
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Storyville Coffee
From the most kind staff, to the great coffee and sweet atmosphere.
The George
Upscale Pacific Northwest eatery
Opens soon · 11:30 AM
Madrona Park Beach
Excellent place for swimming and paddle boarding, with nice view.
Altura
Seasonal Italian cuisine & wine pairings
Closed · Opens 6 PM
The Hart and the Hunter
Friendly service, classy atmosphere and delicious drinks and food!
Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge
Amazing food, beautiful venue and a sommelier who is out of this world.
Pritchard Island Beach
Lots of shade and lifeguards on duty.
wa'z Seattle
The food was exquisite – 10 out of 10 quality with impeccable presentation.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Drip Drip coffeehouse
The coffee is bold, smooth, and incredibly flavorful.
Piedmont Café
The space is truly breathtaking, the coffee and service are top notch.
Violet
oysters, scallops, steak, prosciutto - every dish was insane.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Four Diamonds
The food is delicious the service is great and the drinks are amazing
Taneda
Upscale sushi & Japanese dishes
Closed · Opens 5:15 PM
Late Night Vintage Mall
I paid ~20 each for a big denim jacket, a denim skirt, and a leather purse.
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Colman Park Beach
Great beach with easy access to the water & decent shade options.
Wallingford Center
Beautiful building and lots of great shops inside.
Open · Closes 8 PM
Magnuson Park Swimming Beach
great swim area with active life guards on duty.
The Rabbit Box
Intimate place, quality drinks, and friendly staff.
Closed · Opens 2 PM
The Seattle Shop at 56
Good prices and good selection of souvenirs.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Glasswing Shop
Really great selection of quality and reputable brands.
Open · Closes 6 PM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Seattle, Washington
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Seattle, Washington
Seattle stands as one of the Pacific Northwest's premier cruise hubs, welcoming passengers aboard ships from 11 major cruise lines including Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, Holland America Line, and Celebrity Cruises. As a primary embarkation port, Seattle serves as the launching point for over 600 cruises annually, with most voyages running seven nights and exploring the stunning Inside Passage of Alaska. From May through September, the port bustles with activity as travelers embark on unforgettable journeys to iconic Alaskan destinations like Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, and Sitka, with peak season occurring during the summer months.
Before setting sail, cruise passengers enjoy easy access to Seattle's vibrant waterfront district, where Pike Place Market and the iconic Space Needle are just minutes from the cruise terminals. The city's excellent public transportation and walkable neighborhoods make it simple to explore local attractions, enjoy fresh seafood, or simply soak in views of Elliott Bay before your Alaska adventure begins. Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Seattle offers a seamless embarkation experience combined with plenty of pre-cruise exploration opportunities.
Before setting sail, cruise passengers enjoy easy access to Seattle's vibrant waterfront district, where Pike Place Market and the iconic Space Needle are just minutes from the cruise terminals. The city's excellent public transportation and walkable neighborhoods make it simple to explore local attractions, enjoy fresh seafood, or simply soak in views of Elliott Bay before your Alaska adventure begins. Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Seattle offers a seamless embarkation experience combined with plenty of pre-cruise exploration opportunities.
Cruise Lines at Seattle, Washington
- Norwegian Cruise Line (149 cruises)
- Holland America Line (67 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (59 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (56 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (54 cruises)
- American Cruise Lines (41 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (32 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (25 cruises)
- Virgin Voyages (18 cruises)
- HX Expeditions (10 cruises)
- Silversea (1 cruise)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does USSEA stand for?
US/LOCODE for the Port of Seattle, used in international trade.
What is Seattle known for as a port city?
A major Pacific gateway for trade and cargo in the Pacific Northwest.
Where is the Port of Seattle located?
On Puget Sound in western Washington, United States.
What is the Port of Seattle's official role?
An official port authority serving Seattle for maritime commerce.