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    Space Needle

    4.0 (3.6k reviews)
    Special Hours 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
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    Nadia B.

    This is a must visit if you are in the seattle area. We booked on Groupon and it was cheaper there. The space needle was so impressive. Tje observation deck at sunset was the best time to go in my opinion, the views of the city are stunning as the sun sets and then you also get to experience it at night. The staff was friendly. The rotating floor was a wonderful way to see the city also. Highly recommend

    Kristi M.

    We had a wonderful experience at the space needle. The views are truly incredible. It's very clean. The cafe had coffee and blueberry coffee cake at the top that was an unexpected tasty treat! However, I do feel the price overall is pretty steep. Two people? $100+ is wild (in my opinion)

    Jessica G.

    Getting the combined Space Needle - Chihuly - IMAX ticket for $74 pre tax. Pretty good deal and great activity to experience Seattle city view from an observation deck. The elevator moved relatively quickly but worry not, being inside you couldn't really feel as it moved smoothly, besides you could enjoy the panoramic city view. Plus point was they provided tons of photo spots and you could easily grab the pics online for those taken with their camera. Obv you could take as much as you wished using your gadgets as well. The rotating glass floor they had was also fun experience! Got my legs jellied for sure plus adrenaline rush, but certainly memorable one LOL.

    LaCora H.

    What an incredible landmark! Stunning views of Seattle ESPECIALLY at sunset. Staff were great at answering questions and suggesting where to stand for the best selfies. And you must walk on The Loupe!

    Sasha K.

    The Space Needle is just iconic. It's one of those landmarks that you've seen in so many movies and TV shows. It's incredibly tall and the views are beautiful, especially at night when you can see all the twinkling lights of Seattle. I actually think nighttime is probably my favourite time to go because the whole city looks so pretty from above. It can definitely get busy, and I'm not a huge fan of downtown Seattle overall, but if you're already in the city, I think you have to do the Space Needle at least once. It's one of those touristy things that actually lives up to the hype simply because of how iconic it is.

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    Eloy Y.

    Built for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle is Seattle's most recognizable landmark, located in between the Museum of Pop Culture and the Chihuly Glass Museum, where my partner and I came for a visit yesterday. The ticket and entrance process was very easy. Just keep in mind the line was about 45 minutes long, a bit like a theme park ride to get into the elevator after our allotted ticket time, so be ready to wait. Our elevator guy gave us a great tour on a 43-second elevator ride up to the saucer-shaped top-level outdoor observation deck with its open-air glass walls, tilting glass benches that lean out over the city, and the world's first and only revolving glass floor. If one's brave and daring enough, even though the height wasn't as frightening as we thought, step onto the glass floor to see Seattle right under your feet. The Space Needle may seem like a tourist trap to first-timers, but it's actually worth all the hype.

    Kitty A.

    Had a great time at the space needle. Very informative and interesting. A lot to do on the property. IMAX is free with purpose. Its pricey, but how can you come to Seattle and not visit and take it all in. The center was clean and the views are amazing

    Michelle F.

    This is one of the iconic tourist destinations while visiting Seattle. I visited with friends and had a great time. We purchased our tickets and then headed for the elevator ride to the top. Once the doors opened, we all scrambled out to get a good place to view the Seattle from high above the city. Me, not being a huge fan of high up places and then looking down below, I was not as enthusiastic about getting too close to the window edge. A new feature to the Space Needle is the first all-glass, double deck, outdoor elevator in North America which adds to the excitement of the experience. Things to expect at the space needle. People will be recording their experience for their social media, and they will crowd you for their best view. The weather in Seattle is mostly cloudy most of the time so the viewing experience could be less exciting, and if you want to add to the experience, you can dine at the restaurant that is very unique. Visit before 10am with a repurchase online ticket and save up to $20.00

    Noel A.

    When visiting Seattle for the first time, an absolute must do is to visit the Space Needle. It has an amazing 360 degree view of downtown Seattle, the Olympic Mountains, Elliot Bay, Lake Union and Lake Washington. On a clear day, you can also see Mount Rainer. There are two floors for viewing - the observation deck and the rotating glass floor. We came during the daytime but would like to come back at night to see the city lights. Views are also influenced by the weather so it's best to plan your visit. Note: You might feel anxiety walking across the glass floor. Noticed some people crossing parts where you couldn't see the ground to get to the windows. Also, you might feel motion sickness as the floor is spinning at about 8 degrees per minute.

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    Edgar ..

    Great place to take pictures. There's really not a lot to do up there but walk around and take pictures of the City, so don't expect too much.

    View from glass floor
    Audrey V.

    The Safety team was Amazing.. Hommi was such a great character, provided all the safety information, explained some testing procedures, gave great insight for nervous guests. Showed positive vibe and encouraging mentally..did not push to "just try it" which was super great! The views were perfect especially at night.

    Joyce G.

    Fairly easy walk from our Airbnb. It was a good time had by all. The weather was nice. A little crowded when we got to the top, but the views were nice. The line to get to the top wasn't bad. Interesting things to read and look at pictures while standing in line. There's one section where you can have your pics taken for free and sent to yourself immediately. LOVE THOSE!! Different scenarios to choose from. We took four different pics. Once at the top/observation deck, there are different areas to take pics. Kind of reminded me of the Empire State Building. Nice views. There are a few free telescopes to use. There are a few spots where you can purchase some food and drinks.

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    Mike L.

    This is always a great visit to see Seattle and beyond from 360 degree bird's eye view. Purchased tickets through City Pass and it could not have been easier. Incredible views from high above.

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    Where is the best place to buy city pass?

    https://www.citypass.com/seattle-comparison That said, if you have AAA, we got ours there at a… 

    Good to go when it's gloomy / cloudy out?

    It is cloudy like 75% of the time in Seattle. I wouldn't go in the rain, but if it's cloudy (high chances it will be), it's still fine to go and you can still see the city views. No view of Mount Rainier though.

    Hello, we are from Los Angeles ca. We will visit Seattle 9/22/23 Do we have to make a reservation ?…

    You don’t *have* to. You can buy timed entry tickets there. BUT I’d recommend ordering online asap. This will give you a better shot at getting a time you want. Buying one there means you’ll have to go there, get the ticket, and come back.… 

    How much time do you need when visiting the space needle?

    I would block out up to an hour. Give time to walk around the observation deck and try the revolving floor. If you buy food at the observation deck snack bar, that will take time. You may wish to visit the gift shop on the ground floor. You will… 

    Do you still need to show proof of vaccination or a negative covid-19 test?

    No. They do not check anymore.

    Best time to visit when raining?

    Most of the spectacular glass is indoors and you can view the gardens from a large indoor area. The Space Needle can be enjoyed from indoors too...so...anytime is a great time. Enjoy your visit!

    Do I have to have a vaccine to go in the Space Needle? If so, what is the process they use to verify my vaccine card?

    You either have to show you vaccine card and ID or a negative COVID test within 72 hours. Go to the Space Needle website and look at the FAQ guide

    How long do people typically spend here?

    We stayed about 30-45 mins. We took pictures then went down stair to check out the shop.

    Pet friendly can you bring a small dog?

    Only if it's a service dog. Otherwise you could have one person or part of your party stay with the dog outside while the other part of your party goes up.

    Can I look in the gift shop without buying a ticket?

    Yes you can, but what fun is that? But if you DO, make sure to bring a ton of quarters so you can use that cool hand-crank machine that let's you s-t-r-e-t-c-h quarters into a cool oddly-shaped Space Needle metal souvenir-thingie. (Takes 5… 

    How much does it cost per person?

    It's about $33 each person but I recommend the Seattle city pass if you wanna go to the zoo/museum of pop culture/glass museum/space needle

    Is parking easy and convenient?

    When using Valet it is but not on the weekends as it tends to get clustered up by Uber and lift drivers

    So I hear it's best to just make reservations at the restaurant for dinner and gain access to the top of the Space Needle since entry per person is about $40 anyways. Is the restaurant worth it? And is this information true?

    This information is no longer true after the remodel which removed the restaurant entirely. The only notable 'discount' is to get combo tickets and visit multiple attractions.

    Is this closed now because of the renovation?

    The cafe was open when I visited last week.

    Are strollers allowed?

    No, unfortunately. As of August 2018, they had me park my stroller in a designated area.

    Hi, Is the space needle restaurant open?

    No, not in late July when we were there... They're remodeling the restaurant currently.

    Looking for insight on the lines with prepurchased tickets for a Friday early afternoon?

    Your ticket, whether pre-purchased or not, will have a return time. You need to arrive fairly close to that time, but it's not strictly enforced. Once you show your ticket, the process to get up to the top is about 30 min. The line slowly moves… 

    Was it scary looking down when you were at The Space Needle?

    If a person has a great fear of heights it may seem scary. However, the newly installed floor to ceiling glass is quite thick and solidly secured providing a clear view in all directions.

    What is the best day and times when the lines are not as long?

    We were there last Wednesday (July 26) and we got there at noon and were able to get a ticket for the next group. We stood in line for 10/15 min to get on the elevator. It's worth it.… 

    We are thinking of coming here on Christmas, since we don't have family here. What's a better time to come - afternoon for more of a view or evening for all the Seattle lights?

    during the day

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    We visited twice (day/night) because we bought the City Pass on Groupon that allowed two visits.

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    Smith Tower

    Smith Tower

    4.2(229 reviews)
    1.5 miPioneer Square

    Nice historical "skyscraper" with great views of Seattle as well. They've preserved most of the…read morehistory and it still uses the original elevator (albeit with some modern improvements) so there's a few rooms of self-guided "museum" to visit as well on your way up to the observation deck. It is definitely not as tall as Sky View or the Space Needle, but is much less crowded and still offers amazing 360 views. It's also cool that there are people who still work in the historic building! They don't open before noon, so plan accordingly. Staff was super friendly and upbeat, and you do need an entry ticket to get to the observation deck bar/restaurant. If you go early on a weekday, you basically get the place to yourself for a little bit, which is super cool. Worth a visit if you're in the area!

    This was actually my second time visiting the Smith Tower, but it was my boyfriend's first and…read moresince he's already been up the Space Needle, I wanted to show him that this historic spot also offers some seriously cool views of Seattle. What's even more impressive is that at one point, Smith Tower was actually the tallest skyscraper in the West! One thing I love about this place is how well they've preserved its old-school charm, especially the elevators. They still have an operator who manually controls the lift, and there's even a display of the original green Otis elevator motor in the lobby, the same kind that powered the elevators for over a century! The operator told us there's a tenant who lives above the observatory, which blew my mind. The rent was originally a whopping $17,000 a month, but the tenant apparently negotiated down to $14,000 since there's no A/C up there. Talk about living in style with a historic discount! Once you reach the top, there's a bar where you can grab a cocktail and enjoy the view. As you walk around the observatory deck, there are plaques pointing out different Seattle landmarks, so you can easily spot everything from Mt. Rainier to Lumen Field and Lake Washington. It makes the 360 deg view even more interactive and helps you appreciate just how much of the city you can see from up there. Pro tip: They don't open until noon, so if you're planning to go early, you'll end up waiting downstairs. Otherwise, grab a drink, take your time, and soak in one of the best vintage views Seattle has to offer.

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    Port Ludlow Trails

    Port Ludlow Trails

    4.5(2 reviews)
    26.4 mi

    Short half-mile loop walk through a beautiful forest with rushing falls on the river. While the…read morefalls themselves are not spectacular like other waterfalls along Hood Canal, the walk gets five stars from me because it's so impeccably maintained by the community (presumably volunteers). There are lots of interesting signposts along the route and you can tell this place is lovingly looked after by the community. It's a pretty easy walk -- my parents are in their 70s and had zero problems. (There's a flight of stairs near the waterfall but other than that, it's an easy stroll.) To get to the walk, drive toward Port Ludlow but don't go all the way to the water's edge where all the touristy stuff is -- instead, turn right on Breaker Lane where the RV park is, and then turn right again into the Port Ludlow & Associates building parking lot. (Put "Port Ludlow & Associates" into your Google maps for the best driving directions.) Drive all the way to the end of the parking lot and you'll find a little community patch of lawn with planted trees that leads up to the trailhead at the edge of the forest. Turn left at the trailhead sign (for a better walk experience) and follow the loop around to the falls. Again, don't expect any spectacular waterfalls, but this is a great easy "back to nature" walk that leaves you with a nice feeling because of how the community looks after it.

    This is a cute lil trail. Not much to do around Port Ludlow so I'd highly recommend this based on…read morethe close to zero options you have! It's a loop trail so just keep walking. An easy half mile (?) and boots will be fine but white shoes are a no go :(

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    The Showbox

    3.7(433 reviews)
    0.9 miDowntown
    $$

    May be Seattle's Best Venue! The showbox is historic, its…read moreintimate, it has stunning interior and makes you feel like you are at one of the secret shows in the days long past. If one of your favorite bands comes here, you will have an amazing, close and personal experience! The drinks are good, fairly reasonably priced. It is an STG location, so the service is good and consistent! The Showbox is one of those Seattle venues where the atmosphere is almost as memorable as the show itself. The historic architecture gives the space a distinctive character, while the interior combines old-school concert-hall charm with a gritty, intimate rock-and-roll aesthetic. The exposed brick, high ceilings, dark finishes, and vintage details create a setting that feels authentic rather than overly polished. What really makes The Showbox special, though, is its size. It is large enough to accommodate a great crowd but small enough that you never feel disconnected from the performance. There is an intimacy to the room that makes even a larger touring act feel like they are playing a much more personal show. The sound quality is another major highlight. The relatively compact layout means the music feels immediate and powerful without losing the clarity of the instruments or vocals. You can actually hear and experience the performance rather than simply watching it from a distance. Whether you're standing near the stage or farther back in the venue, the acoustics help create a consistently immersive experience. Overall, The Showbox is a fantastic place to see live music. The unique architecture and decor give it plenty of personality, while the smaller footprint, strong acoustics, and close proximity to the stage create the kind of concert experience that larger arenas simply can't replicate. It feels like a true Seattle institution--and exactly what a great live music venue should be.

    This remains a great place to see a concert. Staff is great and very friendly. I needed a phone…read morecharge during a show and the set me up. Interior seems a little dated, but that's ok.

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    The Showbox - Getting ready! Mac Ayers concert Friday, March 24, 2023.

    Getting ready! Mac Ayers concert Friday, March 24, 2023.

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    The floor filling up.

    The Showbox - The view from the Emerald Club seating. In the Emerald Club, you'll have seats and a table, wait service, and an unobstructed view.

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    The view from the Emerald Club seating. In the Emerald Club, you'll have seats and a table, wait service, and an unobstructed view.

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