Which terminal is mine?
- Pier 66, Bell Street Cruise Terminal, 2225 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121: Norwegian Cruise Line and Oceania Cruises, with weekly Alaska sailings in season. Walkable to Pike Place Market, the Seattle Aquarium and the Great Wheel.
- Pier 91, Smith Cove Cruise Terminal, 2001 W Garfield St, Seattle, WA 98119: The port lists Carnival, Celebrity, Cunard, Holland America, MSC, Princess, Royal Caribbean and Virgin Voyages.
Your cruise documents show your pier.
Getting there from SEA airport
- Rideshare and taxi: Third floor of the SEA parking garage. About 30 to 40 minutes to either pier.
- Cruise-line transfers: Head to baggage claim and follow signs to the cruise bus pick-up.
- Light rail + short ride: Link light rail to Westlake Station (about 40 minutes), then about 6 minutes by car to Pier 66 (or a 20-minute walk) or about 15 minutes by car to Pier 91.
- Public bus: The port says Metro buses aren't a convenient option to either terminal.
- Timing: The port suggests avoiding the 11 am to 1 pm drop-off peak unless that's your assigned time.
Parking and luggage
- Pier 66: The Bell Street Pier garage (9 Wall St), across from the terminal, has about 1,500 covered spaces; 6'6" height limit.
- Pier 91: An on-site secure lot with about 800 spaces and a free shuttle to the terminal; RVs and oversized vehicles welcome. Free cell phone lot for pickups.
- Same-day luggage storage is available at both terminals; pick bags up by 3 pm.
Current rates and booking: the Port of Seattle terminal pages.
Where to stay the night before
For Pier 66, downtown near Pike Place puts you minutes from the ship. For Pier 91, downtown or Lower Queen Anne works, about 10 minutes away per the port. Ask us to pair a hotel with your Alaska sailing.
FAQs
How many cruise terminals does Seattle have?
Two: Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 downtown, and Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91 north of downtown.
Which cruise lines use Pier 66 in Seattle?
Norwegian Cruise Line and Oceania Cruises, per the Port of Seattle.
Which cruise lines use Pier 91 in Seattle?
The port lists Carnival, Celebrity, Cunard, Holland America, MSC, Princess, Royal Caribbean and Virgin Voyages.
How long does it take from SEA airport to the cruise terminals?
About 30 to 40 minutes by car to either terminal, per the port. Traffic can stretch that.
Can I take the light rail to the Seattle cruise port?
Partly. Link light rail runs to Westlake Station downtown; from there it's about 6 minutes by car to Pier 66 or 15 minutes to Pier 91.
Can I take a bus to the Seattle cruise terminals?
The port says Metro buses aren't a convenient option to either terminal and recommends rideshare, taxi or transfers.
Is there parking at the Seattle cruise terminals?
Yes. Pier 66 has a garage across the street, and Pier 91 has an on-site lot with a free shuttle. Book through the port's terminal pages.
Can I store luggage on cruise day in Seattle?
Yes. Same-day luggage storage is available at both terminals, with pickup by 3 pm.
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