
Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour
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September 2026
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Is Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour worth booking?
Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour is a 3-hour experience in Seattle, United States, from $1287 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $1287 per person
Make the most of your time before, after, or while in port in Seattle with this private tour of the city's must-see highlights including the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, the Ballard Locks and Queen An
What you get
About this experience
Make the most of your time before, after, or while in port in Seattle with this private tour of the city's must-see highlights including the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, the Ballard Locks and Queen Anne Hill. Visit local art galleries, sip coffee at the original Starbucks, and whiz up to the top of the Space Needle if you wish for incredible 360-degree views of Puget Sound, Mt Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. You'll learn all about the history of Seattle from your guide as you travel by van, making stops along the way to explore by foot and discover the best in food, shopping and entertainment. By the end of this private shore excursion, you’ll know Seattle like a local!
What's included
Included
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Private tour
- Our phone lines are attended by a live Representative during Business hours
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by fully insured Commercial Bus
Not included
- Gratuities
- Admission to Amusements (optional)
- Luggage fee(s)
What you'll see and do
Pioneer Square
This stop is old Seattle, brick clad buildings house a secret and are full of interesting antique and art galleries. Unique retail shopping, Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park, Waterfall Garden Park and The Firefighters Memorial are all features on this pleasant part of the city.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Elliott Bay Waterfront
Washington State Ferries, Seafood restaurant and fish and chowder bars, Aquarium, the Great Wheel, and Sculpture Garden park.
Pass by without stopping
Pike Place Market
USA's oldest continuous running farmers market. Fishmongers, fruit and vegetable vendors, flower vendors, the soul of the city and must see place in Seattle. A stop here can be arranged if desired.
Pass by without stopping
Space Needle
Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, MOPOP, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Pass by without stopping
Queen Anne Hill
Nice neighborhood with Queen Ann style homes and great views.
Pass by without stopping
Kerry Park
A million dollar view of Seattle with the Space Needle in the Foreground.
10 minutes here
Mount Rainier
views only on clear days
Pass by without stopping
Chinatown International District
optional part of the tour based on time, but has areas of interest including markets, museums, Tong buildings and art.
Pass by without stopping
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Seattle 3rd most popular attraction. The locks are basically boat elevators moving boats from salt to fresh water and vise versa. Salmon are going through a fish ladder from mid June to October. Other wildlife can be found depending on the Season.
20 minutes here
T-Mobile Park
Home of the Seattle Mariners our major league team.
Pass by without stopping
Fishermen's Terminal
Home to a large fishing fleet of over 700 vessels, including some of the crab boats from the show (Deadliest Catch)
Pass by without stopping
Lumen Field
Home of the NFL franchise the Seattle Seahawks.
Pass by without stopping
Olympic Sculpture Park
A great park on Seattle's waterfront full of art and miles of a shorline walk.
Pass by without stopping
Customized Tours
Hi, we are the bus company that picks you up and regales you with information of Seattle.
Pass by without stopping
Olympic National Forest
view only on clear days
Pass by without stopping
Inspired by the book (Three Billy Goats Gruff) this art piece lurks under the Aurora Bridge.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Seattle
Seattle, Washington, United States
Vehicles are marked with our Company name "Customized Tours"
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
We can offer drop off at a different location with in the greater Seattle or SeaTac area
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Customized Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes and a jacket are recommended
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome tour of Seattle !
The tour was one of the best parts of the trip! He was an excellent host and so much interesting history. It was a wonderful experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review! Please let us know who your Host was so we can inform him of your kind words.
via Viator
Private Tour
Marty was excellent and the private tour was the best, just us 2 and the driver, what a treat! They let us bring our luggage so we could get off the cruise ship and enjoy a day with Seattle before retiring to our room. Thanks so much!
via Viator
Mark was fantastic
Excellent city tour with Mark Williams as a tour guide. Comprehensive, interesting and fun. Great overview. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
An excellent introduction to the...
<p>An excellent introduction to the city of Seattle and what is has to offer. Our tour guide Captain Steve, did an excellent job of getting us around and showing us the city.</p>
via Viator
We did a private tour with...
<p>We did a private tour with Customized Tours Joel. It was great. Went to all the spots we wanted to see was very customized for the 4 of us. Viator was great directing us to the right people.</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 44
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Seattle.
How much does Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour cost?
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Prices start at $1287 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 Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Seattle, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City Tour?
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Around 2 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Seattle Cruise Excursion with Private Grand City 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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