
Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour
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4.9/5
Based on 28 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour worth booking?
Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour is a 2-hour experience in Seattle, United States, from $58 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (28)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $58 per person
This is a compelling, 2 hour, professionally guided tour of the City Waterfront and Port of Tacoma! Enjoy the 12 mile long adventure and sights of bald eagles, seals, Mt. Rainier the Olympic Mountains, ships, tugboats, b
What you get
About this experience
This is a compelling, 2 hour, professionally guided tour of the City Waterfront and Port of Tacoma! Enjoy the 12 mile long adventure and sights of bald eagles, seals, Mt. Rainier the Olympic Mountains, ships, tugboats, bridges and the wonders of the secret passage! You will be shown the splendors of the wildlife, history, ecology and adventure on Puget Sound! We travel on a very seaworthy, ex-US Navy boat that is mostly open but has a covered area. Our boats and captains are inspected and licensed by the US Coast Guard. (Senior Age is 62.)
What's included
Included
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Gratuities are not included in price.
What you'll see and do
We enjoy spanning views of Mt. Rainier and the Olympic Mountains from the wide open but calm waters of Puget Sound. Ships, Tugs, Seals and Bald Eagles surround us.
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Tacoma is the "City of Destiny" and we are Destiny Harbor Tours! Tacoma was the western end of the Norther Pacific Railway which came to our city in 1874, "Sea to Shining Sea!
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See the 1933 Brown's Point light house and lighthouse keeper's house built by the WPA during the depression that marks the entrance to Commencement Bay and the Port of Tacoma.
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Historic center of of the lumber heydays when Tacoma was one of the richest cities in the world. This is where there were 19 saw mills running a the same time along Ruston Way by the year 1900.
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This is the working Port of Tacoma with all the cranes, tugboats and container ships in what is one of the top ten busiest ports in the USA!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Seattle
We meet you out on the pier that is out on the water side of the Museum of Glass. Wait there and the crew will come up from the dock to greet you. Please bring a light jacket, sunglasses, hat and a bit of water. There is not a bathroom on the boat (2-Hour Tour).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet you out on the pier that is out on the water side of the Museum of Glass. Wait there and the crew will come up from the dock to greet you. Please bring a light jacket, sunglasses, hat and a bit of water. There is not a bathroom on the boat (2-Hour Tour).
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Riviera Cruises or Destiny Harbor Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
28 verified traveler reviews for Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tourist in my own town with out of town guests
This was a great little day trip. Ethan, our guide was very informative and made our tour interesting and relaxing.
Response from the operator: Thank you Cindee. Capt. Ethan gives a great Tacoma tour!
via Tripadvisor
Commencement Bay by Boat
A great tour of Commencement Bay in a comfortable open boat. The Captain is knowledgeable on the local history, as well as the current marine activities in the port. And the cloudy weather was perfect for photos, so don't worry about the weather.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review of our Port of Tacoma, Commencement Bay tour!
via Tripadvisor
Captain Ethan
Captain Ethan was the highlight! He was knowledgeable, entertaining and incredibly observant. He pointed out the wildlife that we may have otherwise missed, a bird catching and eating a fish, sea lions, purposes, and seals. We will definitely take another tour with this company!
Response from the operator: We are glad for your enthusiasm for our tour! Thank you!
via Viator
Totally worth it!
A fun 2 hour tour with up close visits all through the sound! Got to see seals and ships loading and unloading! Bonus sighting of porpoises and lots of jumping salmon. Captain Ethan was full of tribal knowledge of the area and was very entertaining!
Response from the operator: Chris, We are happy that you got on our great Port of Tacoma tour with Captain Ethan!
via Viator
Great tour for everyone
We learned a lot from our very knowledgeable guides who were also very entertaining. We got to see a seal rookery and a bald eagle. I highly recommend this tour whether you are a local or visiting, as our group was a mixture of both and all of us loved the tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you Colleen, We are happy you all had a good time!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Seattle.
How much does Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour cost?
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Prices start at $58 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Seattle usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Seattle is not rushed.
Is Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 28 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Seattle, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Seattle can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Seattle and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Port of Tacoma and Puget Sound 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Seattle within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Seattle?
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Seattle's best days leave the city: Mount Rainier, the San Juans, Olympic National Park and Snoqualmie Falls are all day-trip range, and each one lives or dies on the driver-guide. In town, Pike Place food tours, underground history walks and harbour cruises dominate. Our ranking favours operators with small vans over full coaches on the mountain runs. On Outty we rank every Seattle experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle, Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour, Mt. Rainier National Park Highlights Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Seattle?
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June to September for clear Rainier views and reliable ferry weather. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Seattle?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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