A Guide to Seattle's Cruise Terminals
Seattle's cruise ships sail from two separate terminals, Pier 91 and Pier 66, roughly two miles apart on opposite ends of the waterfront. Knowing which one your ship uses, and how to get there, is the first thing to sort out before your trip. Here's what sets Seattle's two cruise terminals apart, and the easiest way to park no matter which pier you're sailing from.
Pier 91 (Smith Cove Cruise Terminal)
Pier 91 sits in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood at 2001 West Garfield Street, about 10 minutes from downtown and 30 to 40 minutes from Sea-Tac Airport. It's the busier of the two terminals, hosting Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean. Most sailings from Pier 91 head north to Alaska, often stopping in Vancouver or Victoria, British Columbia, along the way.
Because Pier 91 sits outside the downtown core, there's no direct public transit to the terminal, so most passengers arrive by car, taxi, rideshare, or hotel shuttle. The terminal has two berths, luggage storage, and a dedicated rideshare pickup area, but the drop-off zone gets busy fast on embarkation mornings.
Pier 66 (Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal)
Pier 66 sits downtown at 2225 Alaskan Way, within walking distance of Pike Place Market and the Seattle Aquarium. It's the smaller of Seattle's two terminals, home to Norwegian Cruise Line and Oceania Cruises, both of which run seasonal Alaska sailings.
Because it's downtown, Pier 66 is easier to reach without a car. Link light rail connects Sea-Tac Airport to downtown Seattle, and from there it's a short rideshare or walk to the pier, depending on where you're staying.
Pier 66 also anchors an 11-acre waterfront complex, so if you arrive early, Pike Place Market, the Seattle Aquarium, and the waterfront's shops and restaurants are all within a few blocks to fill the time before boarding.
Parking Without the Hassle
Since Pier 91 and Pier 66 sit on opposite sides of the city, where you park matters almost as much as which pier you're sailing from. Seattle CruisePark's secured lot at 1601 W Armory Way solves that with one lot that gets you to either terminal:
- Shuttle to both terminals: A complimentary shuttle runs to Pier 91 and Pier 66 every 10 minutes, so you don't have to sort out separate terminal logistics.
- Valet-assist service: Attendants meet you curbside and handle your vehicle and luggage.
- 24-hour security: The lot is fenced and monitored around the clock for the length of your cruise.
- Flat, all-in rate: A seven-night stay runs $199, taxes and shuttle included, with no surprise fees at drop-off.
- Easy online booking: Reservations take a couple of minutes, and confirmation is instant.
- Local, family-run experience: Family-operated since 2010, with attendants who know both terminals well enough to get you there with time to spare.
Park Once, Sail Stress-Free
Whichever pier you're sailing from, book your parking with Seattle CruisePark before you leave home, and you can stop thinking about logistics the moment you pull into the lot. Enjoy your trip!
Book Your ParkingFrequently Asked Questions
Check your cruise line, not your itinerary name. Carnival, Celebrity, Holland America, Princess, and Royal Caribbean all sail from Pier 91 (Smith Cove). Norwegian Cruise Line and Oceania Cruises sail from Pier 66 (Bell Street Pier). Your cruise documents or boarding pass will also list the terminal address directly.
About two miles. It's roughly a six-minute taxi or rideshare ride between them, but there's no direct walking route and no single transit line that connects them quickly, so plan on a car if you need to get from one to the other.
Most cruise lines recommend that you arrive at least two hours before your scheduled departure. Boarding typically opens mid-morning, and both terminals see their heaviest traffic in the hour or two before the first boarding groups are called.
It depends on the pier. There's no direct public transit to Pier 91, so you'll need a taxi, rideshare, or shuttle. Pier 66 is easier: Link light rail runs from Sea-Tac into downtown Seattle, leaving just a short rideshare or walk to the terminal.