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Confirm Your Terminal
Your cruise line assigns the terminal. Verify that assignment and the arrival window in your travel documents.
Explore Terminal GuidesPort of Seattle
Cruise Port
Port of Seattle
Seattle, Washington, United States
Cruise lines and ships visiting or departing from Port of Seattle may use different facilities and arrival arrangements. Before traveling, confirm your ship, assigned terminal, and check-in instructions with your cruise line. You can explore 2 published terminal guides for this port below.
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At a Glance
CitySeattle
State / RegionWashington
CountryUnited States
Terminal guides on STI2
Location & Port Map
Explore the port area on Google Maps. Always check your cruise documents and Terminal guide for the correct boarding location.
Port Location
Seattle, Washington, United States
Recorded Port address2711 Alaskan Way
Port-wide locations and Port Authority addresses may not be the cruise ship boarding address. Confirm your assigned cruise terminal before travelling.
Google Maps
General-area search map. The marker may not identify the passenger terminal.
Parking & Arrival Planning
Parking, pickup, and drop-off arrangements can vary by terminal and sailing.
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Plan Parking or Pickup
Confirm current parking access, any reservation requirements, and where drivers or rideshares may drop off or collect passengers.
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Allow Time for Transfers
Check transport timing for your actual departure day. Port-area traffic and arrival procedures may vary.
Transportation InformationExplore the Cruise Terminals
Individual terminal information for this cruise port.
Getting There & Getting Around
Airport Transportation
You’ve got several options to get from SEA to your cruise terminal, depending on your preferences and whether you've pre-booked transfers. Seattle’s cruise terminals are about a 30- to 45-minute drive from the airport depending on traffic.
Taxis
Follow signs to the third floor of the parking garage. Pick up is located on the north and south curb
Rideshare
Follow signs to the rideshare pickup zone in the middle of the third floor of the SEA parking garage
Shuttles
If your cruise line offers a motorcoach transfer service and you’ve booked it, head to the Baggage Claim level at SEA. Look for signs directing you to the cruise bus pick-up area. Cruise reps will be on site to help direct you to your ride
Plan Your Stay & Transfers
Arriving before embarkation? Explore places to stay and rental-car options, then verify the actual distance and transfer arrangements for your terminal.
Before or After Your Cruise
Have a little extra time? Consider a relaxing resort day or local sightseeing, subject to availability at your destination.
Resort & Pool Day Passes
Consider a pool, spa or resort day pass before check-in or after disembarkation. Check hours, luggage rules and transportation.
Tours & Local Experiences
Browse guided tours, sightseeing and activities for your free time. Verify meeting points, cancellation rules and return timing.
Explore the Destination
Ideas for spending time ashore before or after your cruise.
Ideas for Your Trip
Browse destination and travel-planning stories across STI.
Explore Travel GuidesBefore You Go
A short checklist to help make your cruise-day arrival smoother.
- Check the Terminal Assignment
Use your cruise confirmation and cruise line instructions for the correct facility and boarding window.
- Check Your Documents
Review passport, visa, identification, and any cruise line requirements for your itinerary.
- Confirm Transportation
Verify actual transfer and parking arrangements, especially for early or late travel.
- Recheck Official Updates
Review weather, port operations and cruise line notices before departure.
Ready to Plan Your Cruise?
Browse current cruise offers and finish the details of your trip with STI.
