Space Needle
Space Needle
4.5
10:00 - 18:00
Monday
10:00 - 20:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 18:00
Thursday
10:00 - 20:00
Friday
09:30 - 21:30
Saturday
09:30 - 21:30
Sunday
09:30 - 20:00
About
Located in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood, this iconic landmark and observation tower was built for the 1962 World’s Fair. Perch on the glass benches known as “Skyrisers” and gaze out of floor-to-ceiling windows, snap a selfie at the outdoor deck, or head upstairs to The Loupe, an indoor lounge featuring the world’s first and only rotating glass floor. Here, you’ll be greeted with 360-degree views of the downtown Seattle skyline, Mount Rainier, Elliot Bay, and the Olympic and Cascade Mountains. For a smooth-sailing experience, it’s best to pre-purchase a timed ticket. Space Needle is also a part of CityPASS. – Tripadvisor
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Neighbourhood: Queen Anne
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- Seattle Center • 4 min walk
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- Joe CBirmingham, United Kingdom980 contributionsBucket listIf you visit Seattle, how can you not visit the iconic Space Needle! We visited on a sunny morning, there was minimal queues and we were at the top in less than 5minutes. There is a lot to see and do, enjoy the rotating floor, stand on the glass panelled floor, and take a walk outside. We probably spent an hour exploring before descending back the ground and checking out the gift shop. There is also a bar that offers small plates, we didn’t check this out but it looked nice albeit certainly on the pricey side. Great experience, highly recommend!Visited February 2023Written 20 March 2023
- Casey SDenton, Texas32 contributionsFun thing to doHe loved the space needle. We were lucky enough to have a really beautiful day and a nice clear view. We really enjoyed walking outside, it was fun to stand on the bench and lean back against the glass and then let the wind blow in your hair through certain areas in the outside walkway area once you’re up in the top of the needle. The revolving glass floor was nice. It was really fun to watch them. People have so much fun with their photos you could definitely hang out for a long time, there were cocktails available as well.Visited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten 24 March 2023
- Snb92Eagle, Idaho29 contributionsFun Experience with Amazing ViewsBe prepared for lines if you go during a busy time. I was able to purchase tickets ahead of time, but I had to wait in line to exchange them for their tickets. The views on the elevator ride up and down are fun to see. The views from the top of the Space Needle are amazing. It is an adrenaline rush to stand on the rotating glass floor. This is worth the money and time.Visited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten 27 March 2023
- Peter DLedbury, United Kingdom397 contributionsUnrivalled viewsHad to be done and glad that I did. Took the monorail just for fun, did not book in advance as read a review stating they required paper tickets. There was no real line and there are automatic ticket machines which work just fine. They don’t cram you into the elevator and it’s quite a gentle journey up and is slower on the way down so you can take in the view. Obviously it pays to go on a clear day. Tickets are fairly priced I would imagine the maintenance and upkeep costs are high - it’s immaculate. Great photos and great memories - a must doVisited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 11 April 2023
- Artful DPaignton, United Kingdom57 contributionsExhilarating and scary at the same time!Fast lift to the top. Amazing views. There is a outside viewing deck with sloping glass to lean on to take photos (not for me) and an inside viewing deck with a rotating glass floor that also has a bar on it. My wife(much braver than me) walked on the glass floor within a minute, took me about 10 mins to build up the courage to do it. Large giftshop at the bottom. So as a bonus our ticket allowed us to go back in the evening as well. We watched the sun go down over the mountains. Beautiful.Visited April 2023Written 14 May 2023
- Carolyn M23 contributionsBirds eye view of SeattleThis was alot of fun. Get there early as it gets crowded. Once at the top it gives you a great bird's eye view of the city. They take you pricture on the way in and it's free. They give you a card, go to the websitge, put in the cose and you can put your picture on various backgrounds and download it. You heard me right, its free. You can also stand on the rotating floor. It was a lot of fun.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 June 2023
- Kumar_DuttIsleworth, United Kingdom60 contributionsBucket list itemDon't think there is much to write home about. Its one of those touristy experiences that you already may have done in many other places but you still want to do it if you are visiting Seattle. There is nothing negative, to be honest. There is a nice bar up there and the moving platform is a good touch.Visited May 2023Written 8 June 2023
- Russell3939Castle Rock, Colorado808 contributionsBeautiful viewsAmazing. You can see 2 different aspects to this. First the elevator will take you to the part that is outside. I really enjoyed when you come down 2 floors and stand on the rotating floor. It takes about 30 minutes to make a full rotation. It’s fund to stand on the glass floors as it rotates. You can’t beat the views from the space needle of Seattle. This should be a must visitVisited June 2023Written 11 June 2023
- Beth HodgkinsonLancashire, United Kingdom276 contributionsWorth the visit!Easy to get tickets, no problem buying them from the self service machines outside the Space Needle. Nice touch providing free photos too. Went on a sunny day, and had amazing 360 views! Drinks are expensive, but worth a splurge for a one off.Visited May 2023Travelled soloWritten 12 June 2023
- Jennifer JLangwarrin, Australia112 contributionsSpectacular views over the whole Seattle Centre.A wonderful experience, especially on a sunny day. We only did the basic, single ticket, as we were not interested in the Chihuly Garden and Glass. We also went early because the tickets were a little bit cheaper for the first hour, or so. We bought the tickets at the window (9.15am) and went straight up to the top, avoiding any queues. We spent about an hour there, taking in the views from the observation deck; and the rotating floor below it. It's great for visitors of all ages.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 June 2023
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Bernie
Youngsville, NC4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Great views but a little expensive. Glad they have a military discount. Unusual walk up to the ticket taker, then back down the same way to the elevator. Overall good experience but only once.
Written 15 March 2024
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Judy F
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Family
Amazing sights from the observation deck! The glass rotating floor was quite the experience. The staff was friendly and very kind answering our questions. My only concern is that we had several photos taken and they weren't on the Space Needle pick up photos page...
Written 14 March 2024
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David T
3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
When in Seattle, this is most place to go visit, we stayed in a hotel down the road so it was within walking distance. The space needle is a site to see when you get to the top. It has a clear glass floor that you can see beneath you, it takes seconds for the elevator go for the first to the top, which is amazing. The gentleman who is controlling the elevator, gave us a story, which made it even more if you are in Seattle to see the space. and also you have the Chihuly exhibits
Written 13 March 2024
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Spencer M
Horley, UK273 contributions
Obviously it’s a must visit if you wanna bird’s eye view of Seattle, unlimited time up there great views, easy accessible via the Seattle monorail from Westlake Mall on 5th Ave & takes about 4 mins.
Written 12 March 2024
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Greg G
Glenwood Springs, CO1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Couples
I couldn't make it. I tried to cancel my reservation more than 24 hours in advance, or at least reschedule it, but never got a response or a refund.
Written 11 March 2024
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Jolene R
Port Republic, VA38 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
The views from the top were great! The revolving glass floor is neat, too. To be able to look down on the tower's legs/base was unique.
Written 11 March 2024
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YanJing Jiang
Shanghai, China25 contributions
I visited the Space Needle in the afternoon and evening for two times. I ate the Loupe Lounge two courses lunch in the revolving restaurant. And the sun falls at Seattle Harbor. Both gave me the impression experience in my life. I really appreciate the staffs in the elevator, their humor gave the guests good time when they get to the top and down of the Space Needle. Thank you very much.
Written 9 March 2024
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Hope P
Ocilla, GA16 contributions
I ordered our tickets online which saved us some time. We went right after they opened for the day and did not have to wait to go to the top.
Written 5 March 2024
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SUJDH
Salt Lake City, UT110 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
After probably more than 20 visits to Washington State (and numerous to Seattle proper), I finally made a point of going up in the Space Needle! SO glad I did, too.
It was a largely overcast day, so Rainier and other mountains weren't as visible as they might be on clearer days, but there was still soooo much to see! Views of the water, downtown Seattle, Queen Anne Hill, UW, and more.
Staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and we appreciated the FREE photo opportunities!
I wish the restaurant were still available, though. wishing I'd made it there before it closed for good.
It was a largely overcast day, so Rainier and other mountains weren't as visible as they might be on clearer days, but there was still soooo much to see! Views of the water, downtown Seattle, Queen Anne Hill, UW, and more.
Staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and we appreciated the FREE photo opportunities!
I wish the restaurant were still available, though. wishing I'd made it there before it closed for good.
Written 27 February 2024
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gradstudent10
The Villages, FL34 contributions
I wish we lingered longer but our plane beckoned us home. I could have lounged at the top of the needle enjoying the views for hours and the museum is a must see to savor! The elevator operator gave us a mini taste of Gilbert and Sullivan on the way down the needle. The artistry, the stories and the live music from the buskers was scrumptious!
Written 23 February 2024
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JL M
Renton, WA
What's included in the City Pass?
bunnySouthport
Southport, UK945 contributions
Sorry I don't know that one but there is a link on the web
KarOn
Youngsville, LA4 contributions
Is The Loupe Lounge going to reopen soon? Reservations are still not open for October and we are less than two weeks away.
BarrySueDay
Burleigh Waters, Australia84 contributions
There were people seated and dining when we were there
Why can’t I get tickets for June 2023
George S
Belleville, IL209 contributions
Tickets are sold at the Space Needle. If you arrive before 11AM there is a small discount in price.
Jen B
San Antonio, TX8 contributions
I see that the closing time is 11 PM, but I read from some reviews that closing time may be earlier?
Also, I did purchase a CityPass, but the latest reservation I can make online is 8 PM.
Ideally, I would like to go later around 9-10 PM (after dinner) - is this possible without a reservation? i.e. don't want to get there at 10 PM and there is a long wait so don't have any time at the top
Thanks in advance
redsnut1355
Baltimore, MD199 contributions
According to their web page they close at 11 p.m. for at least the next week.
They were checking the tickets to make sure those whose times were to enter could, so don't try to enter at a later time then what is on your ticket. Now it did take nearly an hour before we actually were on the elevators to the top, but that was early afternoon and the lines seemed longer when we came down.
My only other suggestion is to see if you can change your ticket time when you get there, but not sure if you can do that.
What is status of renovation? We will be there evening of 3 August, 2022. Can we make reservations for dinner? Are there packages? Where do we look for the info online if applicable?
JAMES W
6 contributions
We visited the Space Needle on May 11, 2022. There was a small area at the top of the Space Needle, for drinks and sit down eating, that was different from the "snack bar". It was just opposite the elevator lobby that you use to go down to the main level. I believe that the reception desk in this area did have a sign that indicated that reservations were required. I am not certain if this is the full restaurant or if this was an interim location while the main dining area was being rennovated. The best source for this information is to go directly to the Space Neele website. Even if you can't have dinner at the top of the Space Neele it is still worth the visit - the views are amazing (on a clear day).
Guide13326229711
Bellevue, WA
I would like to go to the loupe lounge for drinks and small bites. I do not want any of the packaged experiences. Is this possible or do I need to purchase an experience? Can I make a reservation for drinks and small bites only?
Orlando Q
Miami, FL24 contributions
I was there in late February. The main restaurant was closed but they had a really nice lounge with great drinks, food and incredible views. I did not have a reservation nor did I purchase a package. I walked up to a server, told her I wanted to sit for a drink, and she showed us to a great table. It was mid afternoon, and there were several tables open. This may have had something to do with us getting seated. The food was good. We ordered a really nice tiered appetizer tower. There are some fun drinks as well (smoke from dry ice ). Call and see what they say just to make sure. I did not like the "packages" they offered, but we spent easily $100+ for two of us. It was worth it!!!
We will be in Seattle on May 27th and would like to eat at the Space Needle. Is the restaurant open?
Orlando Q
Miami, FL24 contributions
Yes it is. I believe it is a "different" version of the full restaurant (at least as of March 2022 when I was there). It's more like a bar/ lounge with great drinks and food. I highly recommend calling ahead or reserving on line. They are busy and it would be a shame to miss it. Can't beat the views.
Hello, I would like to give a dinner for two as a Christmas present. Can I get a gift certificate for $200-300 for my sister and her husband?
Lani07LF
Phoenix, AZ122 contributions
I believe so
darlene39540
Mississippi Gulf Coast, MS1 contribution
Has the Sky City Restaurant reopened?
Charles C
Naples, FL196 contributions
It was not opened in June when I was there. Suggest calling the Space Needle. They're very sensitive to Covid numbers in Seattle.
LReneeAA
Minnesota82 contributions
How long is the elevator ride? Are there restrooms at the top?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Space Needle
- Space Needle admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost €31.46, while a popular guided tour starts around €10.23 per person.
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Space Needle:
- Seattle Space Needle Observation Deck Admission Ticket (From €31.46)
- CitySightseeing Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras (From €39.63)
- Seattle Harbor Cruise (From €39.63)
- Premier 3-Hour Seattle City Tour (From €86.63)
- Seattle Grand 4-Hour City Tour (From €98.61)
- Hotels near Space Needle:
- (0.11 km) Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown
- (0.15 km) Seattle Center Luxury Suites by NSpire
- (0.59 km) Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center
- (0.40 km) Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown
- (0.26 km) The Centur
- Restaurants near Space Needle:
- (0.00 km) Atmos Cafe
- (0.02 km) The Loupe Lounge
- (0.14 km) MOD Pizza
- (0.13 km) Starbucks
- (0.12 km) Grecian Corner
- Attractions near Space Needle:
- (0.00 km) Gray Line Seattle
- (0.10 km) Chihuly Garden and Glass
- (0.18 km) Stalking Seattle, A Music History Sightseeing Tour
- (0.13 km) Seattle Center
- (0.15 km) Museum of Pop Culture