Seattle Ice Cream Cruise

Tourist attraction · Salmon Bay

Seattle Ice Cream Cruise

Tourist attraction · Salmon Bay

3919 18th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

Highlights

Hop aboard the charming m/v Fremont Avenue for a delightful 50-minute cruise around Lake Union, where you’ll savor ice cream and soak up Seattle's stunning skyline and quirky history.

3919 18th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119 Get directions

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"A tiny former ferry—the m/v Fremont Avenue —takes 50-minute spins around Lake Union, a glacial-gouged body of fresh water the size of Monaco. A cruise reveals gorgeous views of the Space Needle and Seattle 's skyline, as well as the rusted splendor of the world’s last remaining synthetic-gas plant, now a postindustrial play space for picnics and kite-flying. Quirky narration highlights more hidden sights, like the studio of world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly and its birdhouses shaped like vintage RVs. Bring cash or checks for the $12 ticket and $2–$4 treats. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome, too!"

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Kirsty JS

Google

We love this cruise! They have upper and lower indoor deck so it’s perfect for any weather year round. Dog friendly is a big plus as well. The captain and crew member are always so welcoming and friendly. For a 45 minutes boat ride you get a nice view of Lake Union, city skyline, Space Needle, Gas Work park, learn lots of interesting facts about Seattle history, while sipping on a root beer float?! Perfect! Every time there are friends visiting us from out of town, we take them on this cruise and they all love it!

Kirtana A

Google

Loved this cruise ride of south lake union! Captain was really friendly and patiently went through all the history of Seattle and significance of various places we saw along the cruise. Would highly recommend!

Alex Nguyen

Google

Excellent experience on the Ice Cream Cruise on Lake Union! Great tour guide and captain! They have ice cream treats for the doggos too :)

Jason Bixler

Google

Felt like a bait and switch because after spending nearly $100 for an "ice cream cruise", the ice cream was extra. There wasn't even an announcement about when/where to acquire ice cream on said ice cream cruise.

Daniel H.

Google

A fantastic trip around lake union with plenty of local history and delicious sweet treats along the way. Super friendly staff and very knowledgeable about local happenings. Show up early to ensure your place on the next sailing - currently they only allow 30 people per trip for physic distancing practices.

Lauren Heffelfinger

Google

This was one of the best "bang for our buck" stops in Seattle! Everything was fabulous - the staff, the captain, the tour guide, and the prices for the boat ride and ice cream. The tour was the perfect length (45 minutes), and had indoor and outdoor seating options. The tour guide had incredible information that brought the city history and milestones together nicely.

Matthew Rosario

Google

This was far more cruise and far less ice cream than I had pictured and 100% a great time! This is a fun time for the whole family because the kids will love being on a boat and enjoying ice cream while the adults will enjoy the tour given by the boat captain (as well as the ice cream and boat aesthetic). A very calm way to spend an hour in Seattle and a great way to learn a bit about the history of Seattle.

Chintan Buddhadev

Google

Amazing experience. Rides every Hour on Sundays from SLU in the spring and summer time