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Seattle, Washington, US

Overview

Overview

The Emerald City of the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is known for its stunning waterfront. "Catch" a salmon at Pike Place Market, ride to the top of the Space Needle, sample a local microbrew in funky Fremont, or down a cup of java in the coffee capital of the world.


Alaska/Asia/Pacific Northwest/Mexico Cruise - Seattle

Shore Excursions

Shore Excursions


 


Best of Seattle



Duration: Approximately 3½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Past and present thrive side by side in Seattle, and you'll see the best of what Seattle has to offer. View Seattle's new sports stadiums, then discover the historic flavor of Pioneer Square, Seattle's birthplace dating back to 1852. Pass the International District and tour through the downtown core and shopping district and circle the Seattle Center campus on your way to the Space Needle, wher... more info




Best of Seattle & Airport Transfer (with prepaid transfer voucher)



Duration: Approximately 3½ Hours
Price : $

 

Past and present thrive side by side in Seattle, and you'll see the best of what Seattle has to offer. View Seattle's new sports stadiums, then discover the historic flavor of Pioneer Square, Seattle's birthplace dating back to 1852. Pass the International District and tour through the downtown core and shopping district and circle the Seattle Center campus on your way to the Space Needle, wher... more info




Best of Seattle & Airport Transfer (without prepaid transfer voucher)



Duration: Approximately 3½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Past and present thrive side by side in Seattle, and you'll see the best of what Seattle has to offer. View Seattle's new sports stadiums, then discover the historic flavor of Pioneer Square, Seattle's birthplace dating back to 1852. Pass the International District and tour through the downtown core and shopping district and circle the Seattle Center campus on your way to the Space Needle, wher... more info




Future of Flight and Boeing Factory Tour



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

 

Glimpse the future of aviation technology at the recently completed Future of Flight Aviation Center and Boeing Tour at Paine Field Airport in Everett. Located 30 miles north of Seattle, the newly constructed Future of Flight Aviation Center is a cutting edge facility featuring 28,000 square feet of interactive aviation exhibits. Watch a brief movie about Boeing’s history in the high-definit... more info




Seattle Boats, Buildings & Billionaires



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

Meet your driver/guide dockside for a narrated drive to Lake Union. Step aboard a sightseeing boat and enjoy both Lake Union and Lake Washington on this 1 1/2-hour cruise. Hear live narration on the fascinating history and interesting facts of Seattle. See Gasworks Park and the historic houseboat and floating home communities, including the home featured in the movie Sleepless in Seattle... more info




Seattle Boats, Buildings & Billionaires & Airport Transfer (with prepaid transfe



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

Meet your driver/guide dockside for a narrated drive to Lake Union. Step aboard a sightseeing boat and enjoy both Lake Union and Lake Washington on this 1 1/2-hour cruise. Hear live narration on the fascinating history and interesting facts of Seattle. See Gasworks Park and the historic houseboat and floating home communities, including the home featured in the movie Sleepless in Seattle... more info




Seattle Boats, Buildings & Billionaires & Airport Transfer (without prepaid tran



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

Meet your driver/guide dockside for a narrated drive to Lake Union. Step aboard a sightseeing boat and enjoy both Lake Union and Lake Washington on this 1 1/2-hour cruise. Hear live narration on the fascinating history and interesting facts of Seattle. See Gasworks Park and the historic houseboat and floating home communities, including the home featured in the movie Sleepless in Seattle... more info





Weather

Weather

Temperatures shown are Fahrenheit
Month Temp Avg Temp High Temp Low Rainfall
Jan 40.9 45.8 35.9 5.13
Feb 43.3 49.5 37.2 4.18
Mar 46.2 53.2 39.1 3.75
Apr 50.2 58.2 42.1 2.59
May 55.8 64.4 47.2 1.78
Jun 60.7 69.6 51.7 1.49
Jul 65.3 75.3 55.3 0.79
Aug 65.6 75.6 55.7 1.02
Sep 61.1 70.2 51.9 1.63
Oct 52.7 59.7 45.7 3.19
Nov 45.2 50.5 39.9 5.9
Dec 40.7 45.5 35.9 5.62

Departure Information

Departure Information

Ship's Terminal: http://www.portseattle.org/seaport/cruise/
Terminal 91
2001 West Garfield St, Seattle

Commonly used berths
West Berth*
* Please note: berth assignments are always subject to change.

Driving and Parking Information
DIRECTIONS:

From Interstate 5 North

  • Head south on I-5 and follow the signs to the Mercer Street Exit
  • Take exit 167 to Mercer Street (right-hand off-ramp)
  • Take a right turn on to Fairview Avenue North ( 400 feet)
  • Take a left turn on Valley Street (0.18 miles)
  • Valley Street bends to the left and becomes Broad Street
    (0.75 miles)
  • Turn right to Denny Way (0.32 miles)
  • Bend right to Western Avenue ( 0.22 miles)
  • Western joins Elliott Avenue West (1.18 miles)
  • Follow signs to Magnolia Bridge
  • Turn right at 14th Ave West (signal light intersection) (0.14 miles)
  • Stay to the right and follow ramp joining the Magnolia Bridge (West Garfield Street) (0.35 miles)
  • Exit right. Follow signs to “Smith Cove Park” (0.55 miles) and
    Cruise Terminal
  • Turn right at bottom of ramp and follow signs for cruise terminal parking or cruise terminal
From Interstate 5 South
  • Head north on I-5 and follow signs to the Mercer Street Exit
  • Take exit 167 (left-side off-ramp) to Mercer Street
  • Take a right turn on to Fairview Avenue North (400 feet)
  • Take a left turn on Valley Street (0.18 miles)
  • Valley Street bends to the left and becomes Broad Street
    (0.75 miles)
  • Turn right to Denny Way (0.32 miles)
  • Bend right to Western Avenue (0.22 miles)
  • Western joins Elliott Avenue West (1.18 miles)
  • Follow signs to Magnolia Bridge
  • Turn right at 14th Ave West (signal light intersection) (0.14 miles)
  • Stay to the right and follow ramp joining the Magnolia Bridge (West Garfield Street) (0.35 miles)
  • Exit right. Follow signs to “Smith Cove Park” (0.55 miles) and
    Cruise Terminal
  • Turn right at bottom of ramp and follow signs for cruise terminal parking or cruise terminal
From Interstate 90 West
  • Take I-90 West to I-5 North
  • Then follow directions for "From Interstate 5 South

Parking Info
Parking at Terminal 91 is located a short shuttle ride away, please be sure to arrive no later than 90min prior to your sailing time. For your convenience, you can either park or you can drop off your luggage first at the terminal prior to parking your vehicle. Luggage is accepted beginning at 10:00am. Payment for parking is due upon completion of your cruise upon exiting the lot and can be paid via cash or major credit card. As an alternative it is highly recommended that advance reservations be made online by visiting Republic Parking at www.rpnw.com, such advance reservations are not required, however space is limited and this will ensure you a
parking space.

Local Contacts
Holland America Line Shore Operations has an office at Smith Cove Cruise Terminal and manages the disembarkation and embarkation processes. They can also assist you should you become separated from your luggage. They can be reached for terminal questions at 206-626-8691 or fax 206-905-8991. Please note that this office cannot answer questions related to reservations, shore excursions, or upgrades.

Before You Cruise
WHERE TO STAY BEFORE OR AFTER YOUR CRUISE VACATION:
Holland America Line will gladly make all the arrangements for your
Pre-cruise or Post-cruise stay in Seattle. Please call 1-877-932-4259 to add a hotel stay. Guests who book their hotel stays through Holland America Line will enjoy extra special attention such as:
  • An onsite Holland America Line representative will assist you in your stay; just visit them in the lobby.
  • A welcome letter upon check-in letting you know about local life and how to make reservations for dinner, tours, and other Seattle must-see attractions.
  • Leave transportation arrangements to us.
For Pre-Cruise guests we include transportation from the airport to hotel, from the hotel to the ship.
For Post-Cruise Guests we include transportation from the ship to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport.

If you would like to book on your own may we suggest one of the following hotels:
Sheraton Hotel and Towers - (206) 621-9000
Hilton Seattle Airport - (206) 244-4800

Fairmont Hotel - (206) 621-1700

Embarkation / Check-In
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CHECKING-IN:

Get to the Pier
Please arrive no earlier than 10:30AM.
The building will not be open before this time and the driveway is very congested with disembarking guests.

Check Your Luggage
Attach a Holland America Line Bag Tag to all pieces of checked luggage. Follow the signs to the baggage check-in door which opens promptly at 10:30AM; show your baggage, cruise ticket and photo-ID to the security personnel. Your bags will be scanned and then loaded onboard and delivered to your stateroom.

Check Your Documents
ONLINE CHECK-IN DOCUMENTATION
Guests who have completed the Online Check-In requirements are only required to present the following:

  • Proof of Citizenship
  • Signature Preferred Boarding Pass
  • Credit Enrollment Form along with the credit card you wish to use for onboard expenses.
  • Holland America Line Health Questionnaire.
TERMINAL CHECK-IN DOCUMENTATION
Guests who prefer to check-in at the Terminal will need to bring the following items:
  • Cruise Ticket
  • Handwritten Immigration Form
  • Credit Enrollment Form, along with the credit card you wish to use for onboard expenses
  • Proof of Citizenship
  • Holland America Line Health Questionnaire
Check In
ONLINE CHECK IN
Step into the following check-in line:
  • Signature Preferred Check-In

    Click here to complete Online Check-In and receive
    your Signature Preferred Boarding Pass
TERMINAL CHECK-IN
Step into one of the following check-in lines:
  • Penthouse and Deluxe Verandah Check-In
  • Non-US / Non-Canadian Check-In.
  • Standard Check-In
Give the Check-In Agent all of the above mentioned documents, have your picture taken, receive your stateroom key and you are all set.

Board Your Ship
In Seattle embarkation starts at about 11:30am. An announcement will be made once the embarkation process is ready to start.

Terminal Features and Services
Opening in 2009, this new cruise facility is capable of handling two cruise ships at the same time. The terminal is located in Smith Cove near the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle at the north end of Elliott Bay. Pier 91 offers cruise guests a concierge service for making car rental, limo, and baggage storage arrangements. Also on hand is Gray Line of Seattle recommend the best way to the see the Emerald City with various touring options offered.
There are no food outlets within walking distance from the ship's terminal.
You can visit the Port of Seattle's "Cruise Seattle" website by clicking here.

Visa Requirements
Voyages leaving Seattle typically go north to Alaska with stops in Canada. Some Non-US Citizens require Canadian "Temporary Resident Visas" in order to board. Please check the Canadian Immigration Website to find out if you need one prior to coming to Seattle. Those guests who require a visa and do not obtain one will be denied boarding.

Disembarkation
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT LEAVING YOUR SHIP:
Approximate Time of Disembarkation
In Seattle, disembarkation typically starts at 8AM and ends at 10AM.

Government Clearance
All Guests are subject to Department of Homeland Security Screening. Please keep your citizenship documents with you at all times.

Your Baggage
Holland America Line is pleased to offer Signature Express Baggage Service. Once onboard a letter explaining the eligibility requirements will be sent to you. Signature Express Baggage Service offers you the opportunity to receive your airline boarding passes, and check your luggage in to your flight while still onboard your Holland America Line ship. Our airline partners will take your luggage directly from the ship to the airport for loading onto your outbound aircraft. You will then claim your luggage when you arrive at your final destination. This option allows you to enjoy your final hours in Seattle at leisure. Imagine your options: 1) Enjoy one of our world-renowned coffee shops or 2) Stand in a never-ending line at the airport - the choice is yours with Signature Express Baggage Service.

Those Guests not participating in the Signature Express Baggage Service should expect the following:
Upon disembarking the ship, all luggage is laid down in the disembarkation hall by color/number order. Once you are invited to exit the ship please come and find your color/number group and claim your bags. There are porters available, but individual carts are not available. Please exit the building with all family members and luggage, once you leave you cannot re-enter.

The Porters are salaried employees and tipping is not required.

Your Transportation
Immediately outside the doors of the disembarkation hall you can find Holland America Line motorcoach transfers, taxis, and limos. If you have arranged a private pick up by friends, family or limo please have them wait in the cell phone waiting lot.
Transportation Options
In Seattle guests usually choose to take Holland America Line arranged transportation because the terminal has so many entrances. There is also Taxi and Limo Service available to/from the ship's terminal.

Holland America Line offers transfers between the SeaTac Airport, Recommended Hotels and Ship's Terminal via motorcoach.
If you would like to book a transfer please call 1-877-SAIL HAL and tell them you would like to add a transfer.
Depending on your air arrival time and date special instructions have been included in your ticket book advising where to find your Holland America Line Guest Service Representative at the airport.

Distances
Seattle(SEA) airport To Ship: 16 miles or about 30 mins-40 mins by vehicle.
Seattle(SEA) airport To Downtown: 15 miles or about 20 mins
by vehicle.
Ship's Terminal to Downtown: 3.5 miles or about 12 mins by vehicle.


information subject to change without notice


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