The 9 Best Seattle Night Tours

1.Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59Our pick

Leave Bell Harbor Marina for a roughly two-hour sunset sail aboard Seattle’s historic tall ship. You can help hoist the sails, watch the skyline and mountain views from Puget Sound, and buy a drink onboard. The crew may fire a cannon salute, and the trip returns to its marina meeting point.

“Everything was perfect, weather, vibe, whole thing. The crew seemed so happy to be there and having a great time. It’s nice to see people who enjoy their jobs”

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2.Tall Sailboat Sunset Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 223 reviews · 2 hours · from $79

Board the schooner Bay Lady at Pier 66 for a two-hour sunset sail through Seattle Harbor. The captain and crew run the trip in English, and you can relax on deck, buy a drink or snack, or try raising the sails and steering. Views may include the Space Needle, Smith Tower, the Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier on a clear day.

“Had a great time with my kid talking to the crew about pirate facts and swordfighting. Was a perfect first time out on the water for the kid. Loved the grade A Dad jokes told by the Captain.”

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3.Seattle Sunset Sail BYOB

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 187 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend about two hours sailing from Seattle’s waterfront on a 70-foot yacht, with views of the Great Wheel, Space Needle, Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier when conditions allow. Bring your own food and beer or wine for guests 21 and older. Crew members such as Phil, Matt, Anna, and Bree have helped make the trip friendly and relaxed, though the crew can vary.

“What a great experience! Friendly crew who answered questions but didn't narrate -- which we appreciated after a long day of sightseeing and listening to tour guides! We brought our own wine, bread, cheese and deli meats, from Pike Place Market, which was plenty for dinner. Regular seating is limited, so be prepared to sit on the deck -- there's not much room to walk around. We were fine but it's not suitable for those with mobility issues. We were lucky to have calm clear weather and enjoyed a spectacular sunset. Two hours is just long enough!”

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4.Sunset Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 114 reviews · from $71

Spend two hours on Elliott Bay aboard a 70-foot ocean sailing yacht, with views of Seattle, the Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier when conditions allow. Bring your own food and drinks, including beer or wine. The crew includes a captain and deckhand; recent sailings have featured guides Anna and Matt.

“We had a great experience. The guides were knowledgeable and very personable. We had a scheduling problem (our fault) and they were very helpful in getting it resolved so we could do the cruise. The scenery and sunset were great!”

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5.Scenic Night Tour with Space Needle & Skywheel

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 45 reviews · from $189

Spend 3.5 hours seeing Seattle after dark, with downtown pickup, a ride on the Great Wheel, a stop at Kerry Park, and entry to the Space Needle observation deck. An English-speaking guide leads a small group of up to 10. The guide’s style and the amount of Seattle history you hear can vary.

“This was a private tour, which I wasn’t aware when booking. What a great surprise. We were 3 people in total. Had an amazing time! Our tour guide born and raised in Seattle was absolutely amazing. Would recommend 10000%”

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6.Mt. Rainier Sunset Balloon Ride with Champagne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2h 30m · from $405

Meet Seattle Ballooning’s FAA-certified pilot and crew south of Seattle for a 45 to 60-minute sunset flight, with no more than 10 people aboard. Look for Mt. Rainier, Mt. St. Helens, the Cascades, Puget Sound and the Seattle skyline, then toast the landing with champagne or a non-alcoholic drink.

“Spectacular, our pilot was incredibly skilled and entertaining, our crew was fast and accommodating, and the whole experience was wonderful”

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7.Night Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 5 reviews · from $43Best value

Join an English-language, two-hour evening tour from the Space Needle area to Seattle’s waterfront, Pioneer Square, Pike Place Market, and Alki Beach. A live guide shares city stories, with the best chance for a photo stop at Alki. The route returns to its starting point, though stops may vary in practice.

“Whilst the guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Only one actual photo stop at Alki beach. Bus was uncomfortable.”

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8.Sunset Canopy Climb on Lopez Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $199

Spend about four hours climbing into the canopy at Deception Pass State Park with a guide, climbing gear, and a practice session on a smaller tree. Rest at the top for sunset views of the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, then rappel 200 feet by headlamp. The tour is for ages seven and up, with groups capped at six.

“Sunset or no sunset, this is a must for anyone's bucket list! What a thrill! You can do this even if you've never climbed a tree before! Equipment is new, guides are very friendly and highly experienced. They are also very patient! In our case, the Read more”

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9.Bioluminescence Night Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $179

Join Outdoor Odysseys Sea Kayaking for a three-hour night paddle in Griffin Bay, off San Juan Island. A specialist guide leads your small group from Jackson’s Beach in double kayaks, past harbor seals and roosting birds, toward the Salish Sea’s natural glow. The outing is for ages 8 and up, and its start time shifts with sunset.

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