Who says Happy is only an hour? Wind down your week with a fun Happy Hour Cruise aboard a beautifully appointed yacht for a lively afternoon on the water. Enjoy a delectable array of specialty appetizers and desserts, a 1.5 hour cruise on Lake Union and Lake Washington, and an entertaining narration of interesting sights along the way by your Captain.
Handcrafted cocktails, including “design-your-own” Martini and Margarita drinks, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase during the cruise. Celebration packages with flowers, wine, and personalized cakes are available to complement your dining experience with an advance purchase.
SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU
Chef’s choice of appetizers served in a mix of tray-passed and buffet.
Menu selections will vary each week, changing at the Chef’s whim.
Mini Croque Monsieur
toasted ham and Gruyere cheese sandwich, topped with a Béchamel sauce
Sesame Chicken
roasted chicken with a sesame aioli, julienne pea shoots, and plum sesame seeds on fried rice paper
Mini Beef Burgers
served with condiments and toppings
Fruit and Cheese Platter
detailed carvings of fresh seasonal fruit and an assortment of fine cheeses and crackers
Grilled Vegetable Platter
an elaborate display of grilled, roasted or marinated seasonal vegetables, served with a Gorgonzola roasted red pepper dip
Smoked Corn Salsa
house smoked corn salsa with fresh tomato, cilantro, Walla Walla onions and lime, served with fried tortillas
Dessert
assortment of decadent desserts
During the cruise your captain will point out interesting sights, local landmarks and some fascinating facts about the history and culture of Seattle, including:
- The magnificent waterfront mansions of Seattle’s rich and famous!
- Floating homes and the famous "Sleepless in Seattle" houseboat
- Towering skylines of downtown Bellevue and Seattle
- The world’s longest floating bridge
- The majestic Mount Rainier
Happy Hour Cruises depart at 4:30 pm from the South Lake Union Park on Fridays* and from the Kirkland City Dock on Saturdays. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to the departure time. Tickets are $39/General, $35/Senior and Military. Gratuity, sales tax, port and fuel surcharges are additional. This cruise is for guests 18 and older.
*June 29, July 6, and July 27 departs from the Waterways Cruises HomePort.
BUY TICKETS ONLINE for Happy Hour Cuise from Seattle, Happy Hour Cruise from Kirkland, or Happy Hour Cuise from Seattle HomePort.
Group Reservations
To purchase tickets for groups of eight or more guests, to reserve an entire deck for a private event, or to book a private yacht charter, contact us by email or call 206.223.2060. Special pricing is available on many cruises for groups of eight or more.
Advance purchase required on all cruises
