Top Reasons Cruisers Choose Seattle for their Alaska cruise home port
- Easy transportation; just 35 minutes from SEA Airport to hotels and cruise terminals
- Hotels; from luxury to economy, near airport or downtown options
- Recommended by Porthole Cruise & Travel - watch the videos below
Ways to Save During Your Visit to Seattle
- Visit Seattle Cruise Perks Pass - Save on downtown attractions, restaurants and retailers
- Seattle CityPass - Save on Top Seattle attraction packages
- Seattle Southside Savings Pass - Save on attractions, restaurants, and retailers in the area surrounding the airport
Ways to Explore Seattle & More
Whether you have a few hours or a few days to explore, Seattle is packed with exciting experiences and attractions. An award-winning cruise destination, there’s truly something for everyone – culture-lovers, foodies, shoppers, adventurers – to enjoy.
Sample Itineraries
A few hours to explore?
Attractions abound within a short walk or ride from each cruise terminal. Take in classic local attractions like bustling Pike Place Market and the iconic Space Needle, explore museums and art galleries, enjoy breathtaking views of the waterfront from the Great Wheel, taste local cuisine, and so much more! Check out these sample time-based itineraries from our partner, Visit Seattle.
Pro Tip: Enjoy Seattle luggage free! Take advantage of Port Valet - a complimentary luggage transfer service available at the end of your cruise. Learn more
Ready for an extended getaway?
Bigger adventures await! An extra day or two allows the opportunity to thoroughly explore Seattle or venture just outside of the city. On the shores of Lake Union, learn about Seattle's pioneering spirit at the Museum of History and Industry, or take flight at the Museum of Flight, one of the nation's largest air and space collections. Or take a ferry ride from downtown to a nearby island, tour the Boeing airplane factory or drive 30 minutes to the 268' Snoqualmie Falls.
For longer stays, consider hopping a seaplane to the San Juan Islands, hiking the along the breathtaking coast of the Olympic Peninsula, or venturing to the sun-soaked vineyards of the Yakima Valley.
- Seattle's Top 25 Things To Do
- Woodinville Wine Country
- Visit the Olympic Peninsula
- Visit the San Juan Islands
- Yakima Valley Wine Country
Trip Planning Resources
Seattle is an award-winning cruise destination with an eclectic mix of activities and attractions. Beyond the city, Washington State offers a bounty of natural beauty and unique experiences. Discover possibilities and plan your trip with these helpful resources:
- Visit Seattle
- Visit Bellevue
- Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority
- State of Washington Places to Go
