About the Christine W. Sternwheeler
The Christine W. was built in Parkersberg, West Virginia on the Ohio River in 1993. In 1994 she was sold to an operator in Newport Beach, CA. The vessel was called the Newport Landing Belle and did charters on Newport Bay until sold to the current owner in 2003. The vessel was moved to Seattle by truck and the name changed to Christine W. in memory of the owner's niece who had died of cancer in 2003.
The Christine W. is 68 feet in overall length, 15 feet wide, and draws 26 inches of water. She has four rudders and is driven by a ten foot diameter paddle wheel. She is powered by a 76 horsepower diesel engine. She also has a 60 horsepower diesel that drives a 27 KW generator. The Christine W. is one of the few paddle wheel driven vessels on the west coast.
The Christine W. is the ideal venue for your next party on the water
- 49 passenger capacity
- spacious decks; upper deck can seat 20
- close to the water
- sound system with external player connection
- tables and chairs for sit down dining or sightseeing
- bar with ice cooler, two restrooms
- character and charm from a by-gone era
The Christine W. is a US Coast Guard certified vessel, and all cruises are run by an experienced and licensed Captain and professional and courteous crew. Your safety and enjoyment aboard this beautiful and unique vessel are our number one priority.
Dock Location
Fisherman's Terminal
Seattle, Washington
The Christine W. boards from end of Dock 9 at Fisherman's Terminal
(Pickup can be arranged from alternate locations - call us for details)
Parking
There is free parking available in several lots around the terminal. Please observe signs and do not park in spaces reserved for restaurant or commercial fishermen.
For GPS purposes, use the "West Wall Building" 4005 20th Ave West, Seattle, WA 98199. The boat is NOT at this location, but across the waterway at the end of dock 9. When entering the terminal, take a LEFT at the stop sign. The road curves to the right for about 400 feet. On the left you will see the West Wall Building, on the right the end of a waterway. Parking is along the road along the waterway, or if full, anywhere around the West Wall Building. The entrance to dock 9 is at the end of the road along the end of the waterway.
Public Transport
Fishermen's Terminal is served by the following Metro bus routes: Routes 18, 15, 33 Magnolia.
