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What to Pack for Port of Seattle

The complete cruise packing checklist. Every essential item with explanations — so you don't forget anything for your cruise from Port of Seattle.

18 packing items · researched from public reviews and official sources

Packing for a cruise from Port of Seattle

Cruise terminals are not shops. Whatever you forget has to be bought before you reach the curb, so pack the checklist below and use these Port of Seattle notes to plan the last stop on the way in.

Smith Cove Cruise Terminal (Pier 91)

There are no shops at the terminal itself. The nearest grocery and pharmacy options are the QFC on Dravus St in Interbay (5 min drive) and Walgreens on Denny Way. Stock up before you arrive.

Bell Street Cruise Terminal (Pier 66)

Being downtown, you have easy access to shops. Pike Place Market is a 10-minute walk south. There's a Walgreens on 3rd Ave (5 min walk) for any forgotten toiletries or medications. Grab a coffee at any of the dozens of cafes within walking distance.

Forgot something? Stops near Port of Seattle

QFC — Interbay — Full grocery store closest to Pier 91 — snacks, drinks, sunscreen, Dramamine
Walgreens — Denny Way — Pharmacy, toiletries, phone chargers, and last-minute essentials

566 Denny Wy, Seattle, WA 98109

Target — Downtown — Everything last-minute — clothes, sunscreen, snacks, electronics, travel gear

1401 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

USPS — Magnolia — Post office — drop your mail before you sail

3211 W McGraw St, Seattle, WA 98199

Parking and transport at Port of SeattleSEA to Port of SeattleAll Port of Seattle terminals

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Carry-On Day Bag

Pack these in a bag you keep with you at boarding — your checked luggage won't arrive until 3-4pm

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Swimsuit and flip-flops — Head straight to the pool after boarding
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Phone charger and portable battery — You'll drain your battery exploring and taking photos on Day 1Amazon
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Medications — Both prescription and OTC — don't risk them being in delayed luggage
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Sunscreen (reef-safe) — The pool deck sun is intense — apply before you even get on the shipAmazon
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Government-issued photo ID — Required for boarding — keep it accessible, not buried in a suitcase
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Snacks and water bottles — Kids get hungry in the boarding line. Sealed snacks are allowed through security
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Change of clothes for each kid — Pool splashes, spilled drinks, cruise ship excitement — be ready

Cruise Essentials

Things that make the whole trip better

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Magnetic hooks (for cabin walls) — Cabin walls are metal — these give you hanging space for hats, lanyards, wet swimsuitsAmazon
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USB multi-port charger (no power strip) — Cabins have 1-2 outlets, but most cruise lines now ban power strips and surge protectors outright — a USB-only charger is not confiscated at security
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Packing cubes — Cabin drawers are small — cubes keep things organized in tight spacesAmazon
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Insulated tumbler — Fill it at the buffet drink station — stays cold by the pool all afternoonAmazon
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Lanyard for cruise card — Your cruise card is your room key, ID, and payment method — keep it around your neckAmazon
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Night light — Cabins are pitch black. A small night light prevents midnight stubbed toesAmazon

Easy to Forget

The things people buy overpriced at the port gift shop

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Motion sickness remedy — Even experienced cruisers can get queasy on rough sea daysAmazon
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Wrinkle release spray — Irons aren't allowed on cruise ships — this saves your formal night outfitAmazon
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Highlighter or pen — For marking up the daily activity schedule — old school but effective
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Waterproof phone pouch — Pool photos, water slides, port excursions — protect your phoneAmazon
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Small whiteboard for cabin door — Leave messages for teens: 'We're at the pool deck' — most cabins don't have cell serviceAmazon
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