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Driving Tour of Seattle’s Waterfront

From Courtney Shannon Strand, for About.com

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Pier 69 Victoria Clipper

Pier 69

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Pier 69
Victoria Clipper

Pier 69 is the site of the Victoria Clipper, a high-speed Seattle/Victoria, B.C. passenger-only ferry. Several small cruise vessels specializing in local sightseeing and expeditions to Alaska are located here, too. An overnight trip to beautiful Victoria, B.C. is worth setting sail on the Clipper.

Pier 69 is also the Port of Seattle headquarters. This three-story building is an architectural wonder, with atrium-like openings, a 400-foot (122-meter) fountain and stream, and artwork from numerous leading Northwest artists.

The passenger terminal houses a café and the Pier’s location is within walking distance of downtown restaurants, hotels, and shopping.

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