Tickets for our 2026 boat tours are currently sold out. To join the waitlist, please fill out our form and select your preferred tour time. You will be notified should spots become available!

Bring your entire family to this popular event and discover fun facts about one of the busiest ports in North America. Tours give an overview of the Port's history, its role in international trade, and contributions to the local economy, environment, and community.

We are offering six opportunities to take an hour-long boat tour of the Port on Sunday, September 13 departing from Foss Waterway Seaport (705 Dock Street, Tacoma). 

There are six tour departure times: 9:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 4:30 p.m.

Passengers with mobility challenges should plan to take the 4:30 p.m. tour when the tide makes it easier to board.

Event information

• Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour time.
• Please bring your ticket printed or on a mobile device.
• Parking is limited. Please consider carpooling or using public transportation. There will be a free shuttle on Dock Street. Please reference the map below for parking and shuttle stop information.