Tour Information
TOURS
Free Scheduled Tours (Wheelchair Accessible):
School Group Tours:
School group tours must be scheduled at least a month in advance. To register for school group tours (through K12), call the visitor center or send us an email (See Contact Page)
Custom Private Group Tours are donation-based and led by experienced subject matter experts. Custom tours include information not available on free scheduled tours and are tailored to your specific time, needs and interests. Custom tours are limited to custom tour guide availability and require at least 30 days advance planning and approval.
Custom Private Group Tours:
Water-Based Tours:
The Locks are impressive when seen from the water. We recommend either Argosy Cruises or Ballard Kayaks...Proud Supporters of the Locks.
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Free guided public tours are available from May 1 through Sept 30 during visitor hours. Free tours start at 2:00 pm in the visitor center theater and last about an hour. You can join a tour anytime, no registrations are required.
Free tours are limited in scope and can be crowded. If you want a tour tailored to a specific time and your subjects of your interests, you might want to consider a Custom Private Group Tour.
