My first time using the West Seattle water taxi

So many unique ways of experiencing Seattle especially the waterfront.

Decided to attend the West Seattle Summer Fest today via the water taxi. I took the light rail to the Pioneer Square stop, walked to the waterfront/Pier 50 next to Colman Dock to board the passenger only water taxi. It’s a 10-15 minute boat trip. At the West Seattle waterfront terminal, they had a free bus shuttle service to the Summer fest site.

Water taxi was $5.00 for adult (via Orca card), $2.50 for seniors and children free. It’s $5.75 for those paying with cash or credit card. If you transfer from light rail to the water taxi within 2 hours, your will get credit on your water taxi fee.

The West Seattle Summer Fest was a great time. I would suggest visiting it tomorrow using the water taxi. Great views of the downtown skyline along the waterfront and a quick way to visit West Seattle instead of the dreaded highways. When boarding the boat, I would suggest going to the rear outside deck when leaving Seattle and the front outdoor deck when leaving West Seattle for the best views/experience.