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    4.6 (85 reviews)

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    Alyssa L.

    Never taken a ferry before, especially driving onto one! This was so crazy beautiful but so bone-chillingly cold! The view was perfect, the sun and blue sky was shining and it was just amazing. I enjoyed this way more than I thought. And despite the boat being full of cars, we were able to find a quiet area at the top where we were completely alone and had the perfect view spot. Highly recommend.

    The Seattle terminal to Bainbridge Island ferry. $10.25 for one adult (no car).
    Quinn N.

    + Marvelous experience! An escort to the birthisland of pickleball, sign me up. + You can catch a sight of almost all WA's top attractions (like Puget Sound, Space Needle, Mt Rainier). + Both of the 2 vessels, Tacoma and Kaleetan, are beautiful. Huge. Fun to run around and explore the multiple floors, take pics with friends. + The ride is very smooth. So smooth that you don't even feel the takeoff. . Not much hearty meal food on board. Mostly just snacks, which is understandable, considering it's only a half hr ride. . $10.25 round trip for one adult (no car). + Why go on a $1000 cruise when you can go on a $10 one? xD

    Seattle space needle from the ferry
    Leanne D.

    We took the ferry from Bainbridge Island to Seattle. It's about a 30 minute ferry ride to get to the city and it's a great way to get to Pike Place Market and the waterfront area. It's a beautiful scenic ferry ride and on a clear day you can even see Mount Rainer. The city skyline is also a sight to see!!

    Approaching Bainbridge Island - there are viewing decks outside of you can withstand the wind
    Mimi W.

    Quick and cost-effective way to cross the Puget Sound from Seattle to Bainbridge Island and back. We went on a Sunday and it wasn't crowded, no wait to get tickets, which were $10 round trip. The terminal in Seattle was spacious with lots of seating and clean. You scan the ticket when you go, but they didn't check on our return. Lots of seating, as well as booth seating with a table if you want to have a snack of drink. There's a small cafe and vending machines on the ferry if you didn't pack any. It takes about 35 minutes each way, so plenty of time to get some photo ops. There are large windows all around and a top level where you can walk around, but it was super windy! Definitely recommend this ferry and a day trip to Bainbridge Island if you're visiting Seattle!

    Nashay W.

    It was easy to purchase a ticket and ride the ferry the first time as a pedestrian. The ferry was not overcrowded and I was able to walk around while on it. I rode it from downtown Seattle to Bainbridge and back. The view of the Seattle skyline was beautiful.

    On the ferry
    Ozzy O.

    This is located on Pier 52 on the ferry terminal. This is no small fairy. It is a huge with ample amount of space fairy you're able to roam around there is a sun deck. There's also an indoors they have restaurants they have bathrooms. They have a galley you could go all the way to the front part of the ship or the back part on two different floors there's tons of photo opportunities that you could take. The ambience is very calm as it is very open space the service they're constantly monitoring the boat you're able to just walk around or stay seated indoor or outdoor. They also provide board games which is very fun. Highly recommend.

    Puzzle
    Lily F.

    A memory I will cherish forever! It was my first time in Seattle, and my friend recommended we take the ferry to Bainbridge Island. It was not what I expected at all! There's a cafe on board, beautiful views of the sound, PUZZLES for you to enjoy on the 50 minute ferry ride. If vibes are important to you, this place has them!!

    Seattle Skyline from the ferry
    Vu N.

    Traveling between Seattle and Bainbridge Island is easiest and most enjoyable by Bainbridge Island Ferry. The round trip fare is only $10. That represents a meaningful cost savings. The ferry operates with outstanding efficiency and smoothness. The ride is exceptionally smooth and this makes the adventure a meaningful part of the overall experience. This experience provides several extraordinary views. These views constitute the feature of greatest importance. From Puget Sound, you can enjoy stunning views of Seattle's skyline. If the weather is clear, Mount Rainier and the islands are also visible. The stunning scenery is absolutely stunning, whether you are relaxing in the exceptionally comfortable cabin or enjoying the invigorating ocean breeze on the deck; its beauty exceeds the trip's expense. The ferry's capacity to transport many pedestrians, several bicycles and a number of cars accounts for its suitability to the needs of multiple travelers. Each way, the trip takes about 35 minutes, providing plenty of time to relax and enjoy the scenery. Whether you're visiting Bainbridge Island for hours or just need a quick escape from the city, this ferry service is an important resource. It's a typical Pacific Northwest experience and it offers more than just transportation.

    Waterfront terminal.
    Marissa A.

    What a fantastic day. Foggy, misty, ferry ride with my favorite human. Purchased tickets at the terminal. No line, no wait. As we waited in the terminal, folks began arriving. Ferry never felt crowded. Plenty of seating indoors and standing outdoors (if you can brace the cold!). My daughter was surprised at the smoothness of the ride. Water was somewhat choppy although we never felt it. The weight of the ferry allows for a very comfortable sail. A great way to spend a day!

    Jessica W.

    每天都是一首歌,塗滿彩虹的顏色,用心去體會所有的苦與樂,生命何其美麗,願大家都擁有美好的一刻,歡樂的一天,平安的一年,還有幸福的人生~ 在西雅圖我們也做了這個有名的Bainbridge Ferry,等到自己登上船才知道,這個Ferry 是這麼大,跟我在南加州坐的小小三台車的Ferry , 真的是完全不同, 船上風景宜人, 車子,摩托車, 行人陸續上船, 真的是一個超好的旅程!

    Ashley W.

    Another must do thing when in Seattle! Tickets are $10 per person for a round trip. You can see the Seattle skyline and stunning Mountain Views. The ride takes 35 min. The ferry is timely and it is a smooth ride. We walked 30 minutes from the ferry stop to see Pia the peacekeeper troll!

    Seattle skyline in Bainbridge Ferry
    Marilyn T.

    Easy to purchase tickets and board the ferry. Great view of the Seattle skyline and smooth, relaxing ride to Bainbridge Island. We saw a couple is seals along the way! Great, affordable excursion.

    Sisomvang H.

    One of the things I learned about Washington is that it is a ferry and boat town. One of the main things to do while visiting Seattle is take the ferry to Bainbridge Island. Price- My dear friend Christina actually drove her car onto the Ferry and once you drive your car onto the Ferry, you drive off onto the island. She also paid for all 4 passengers. The Ferry is very fast, it takes only 30 minutes to get across to each side. It's the traffic you will have to deal with. Weather didn't cooperate so we didn't explore the island much. We just went for Thai food and icice-cream and then back so I can't really tell you about the island. It was such a cool experience for a first timer in Seattle. The Ferry is huge on the inside as well and has a diner to buy food and drinks on. I will definitely be going back to Washington.

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    Delayed by almost an hour today on the Bainbridge side and also the recent price hike is very gross!

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    Seattle Ferry Terminal - Across the Marion Street pedestrian bridge to the terminal

    Seattle Ferry Terminal

    4.0(275 reviews)
    0.1 miWaterfront

    It's easy to get here and priced well…read more We walked over form thw hotel to the ferry to go to Bainbridge. Their is no tap for payment, make sure you have your physical card with you. You can drive onto the ferry or walk on. Their is plenty of space, nice views and seating. You can sit inside or outside. Its a short distance and the price includes round-trip. The times posted are pretty spot on.

    What to do on a late Sunday afternoon- spontaneous plans, I love it when my phone tracks my…read morelocation, saw a reel on Bainbridge Island and here we are hopping the ferry over! hehe . We scored street parking nearby and was free on a Sunday, next visit I plan to send the car over too, to Bainbridge Island. The Seattle Island Ferry provides ferry service between Seattle and Bainbridge island. The Washington State Ferries operate this route, with departures from Pier 52. The ferry ride/trip takes about 35 mins over to Bainbridge, departures starts at 5:30am and runs frequently throughout the day. Purchasing tickets, ($11.05 ) and boarding was quick and smooth. We sure enjoyed our round trip Ferry Ride, and loved the stunning, scenic views across Puget Sound, got a nice glimpse of Mt. Rainier, and even saw some wildlife sightings. truly amazing experience. The only junk part is not having enough time, I recommend starting out first thing in the morning so you have more time to explore Bainbridge Island. I want to go back on the ferry again, "the tomorrow is never promise, enjoying life moments," so grateful. Thank you to my phone for tracking me!

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    Argosy Cruises - Seattle - 3rd floor viewing deck

    Argosy Cruises - Seattle

    4.2(913 reviews)
    0.2 miWaterfront

    We took the Harbor Cruise as part of our City Pass package, thinking it would be a good use of time…read moreand a fun way to see Seattle from a different perspective. We ended up really enjoying the tour and would highly recommend to visitors. This would especially be a great thing to add to your itinerary if you're only in the city for a short time, as you get to see a lot of landmarks in a short time. You also get to hear about the city's history and key industries. The ride overall is pretty smooth, and my husband, who gets motion sickness, was totally fine. The boat when docked can experience a little more motion, however, so your mileage may vary. We also found it easy to get seats with good views, and the guides were easy to hear anywhere on the boat. The crew were friendly and engaging, and Angelo and the other staff were very kind to us when my husband and I mentioned we were celebrating our anniversary.

    We reserved our spots for 4pm via CityPass tickets. People started lining up 20-25 minutes prior to…read moregrab the seats at the top of the deck. The check-in and onboarding process was super easy. The ship promptly left dock at designated time. The top deck had open view. The second level had enclosed area with glass window views. Also both ends were open to guests as well. From start to end, the staff member did an amazing job of narrating many aspects of the views from the deck. A lot of it was about the downtown Seattle buildings, Space Needle, buildings and parks by the shore, the sea ports and many other cool facts along the way. I throughly enjoyed the hour long tour. The weather was also fantastic to take stunning pictures of the downtown, the mountains and the port. They also had a bar in second level where they served alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, pop corn and some small snacks. Prices were decent for it being a tourist activity. We liked both popcorn and the strawberry lemonade.

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    FRS Clipper - The clipper we just arrived on

    FRS Clipper

    3.2(465 reviews)
    1.1 miInterbay

    Who wouldn't want to take a fast ferry to another country? Start your morning in Seattle and end up…read morehaving an early lunch in the Victoria harbor with on the Victoria Clipper. We just did one upgrade to get window seats in the economy area, which was totally worth it. The boat was less than half full - if it had been fuller I would have gone for more of an upgrade as the seating in economy is a bit narrow if someone is near you. Staff were friendly and on and off boarding was easy. Food looked edible and it was nice to have servers come through the cabin - they also passed out motion sickness pills - although our ride was smooth. Nice views of the water and mountains all the way there and back. I wouldn't recommend parking in the Bell Street Garage. Although it was ten bucks a day we ended up locked in the garage upon return for more than an hour due to a broken machine and limited staffing. Clipper was not responsive or helpful when we offered feedback on this partnership, which makes me dock a star.

    If you can, this is the way to go to Victoria B.C. from Seattle. It's so convenient and not…read moreexpensive, relatively speaking. They have great package tours or you can just get the boat trip. You do pass the into Canada and have to go through customs. Also the leave time in the A.M. can be quite early if you're not a morning person. In the terminal they do have plenty of seating as well as food and beverages while you are waiting to board. You get off in a fairly convenient location in Victoria, pretty walkable to most spots and to hotels. Why not five stars? The experience just wasn't as "nautical" as I was hoping. I felt like I was on a bus - the interior of the vessel gives that impression.

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