Seattle · SPACE NEEDLE & ICONIC VIEWS
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Seattle rewards a view from up high, whether that is the Space Needle, the Sky View Observatory in the Columbia Center, or the glass of Chihuly Garden below. Here are the best tickets and view experiences, with what each includes, how to skip the line, current prices, and which combinations are worth booking together.
A one-day Seattle combo ticket pairing Space Needle views with Chihuly’s glass gardens, audio guide, and daily talks for $67.
“The Space Needle allowed us to see a beautiful perspective of the city. The Chihuly exhibit was spectacular!”
One ticket for Space Needle 520 ft views and revolving glass floor plus Chihuly Garden and Glass galleries, Glasshouse, and demos.
“Great experience. Bring a camera and take lots of pictures. Revolving glass floor is very interesting.”
Chihuly Garden and Glass tickets in Seattle Center: explore 8 galleries, the Glasshouse, garden sculptures, plus audio tour and photo download.
“Wonderful, the chiuly garden was better than I excepted.”
Prebook Sky View Observatory at Columbia Center for quick access to 360° Seattle and Northwest views from 902 feet.
“Couldn’t even get ahold of anyone. Just an horrible experience. I won’t recommend it to anyone else.”
See Dale Chihuly’s glasshouse and outdoor garden in Seattle with a timed ticket. Plan 1–2 hours for color, theater videos, and demos.
“Love the displays. Was disappointed that their were no type of demonstration. I thought that was part of the tour.”
Smith Tower Observatory in Seattle: historic Otis elevator, 360° open-air views, speakeasy drinks, and exhibits. Tickets $22.
“Do not go. It was not impressive. Food was way over priced and the service was extremely slow. The view wasn't great.”
Seattle in one day with a guided route: Gas Works Park, Pike Place Market, Space Needle area, plus optional Columbia Tower views and flight history.
“Tony, our tour guide, was kind enough to speak in Chinese and in English for the guests. He was friendly and personable, and made the day extra special!”
A 3.5-hour Seattle night tour with Great Wheel views, Kerry Park photos, and Space Needle 360° panoramas, plus downtown pickup.
“Can’t rate actually. He cancelled at the last minute. A whole day wasted because I wanted to do a nightime tour. You guys should have alternates in case of sickness and other emergencies.”
Private 2-hour Seattle Center walk plus Space Needle timed entry, with a local guide explaining art, science, and music landmarks.
“. We enjoyed our tour and learned a lot about Seattle. Sam was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable, kind and patient.”
A 3.5-hour small-group Seattle night tour with hotel pickup, the Seattle Great Wheel, Kerry Park photos, and Space Needle 360° views.
“Our guide, Benjamin was awesome! We had plenty of time to explore and enjoy the sights! He picked up and dropped off at our hotels/parking garage. Gave us a little history and just overall very accommodating.”
Ride Smith Tower’s original elevators, enjoy 360° views from the 35th floor, and sip Prohibition-era cocktails at the bar in Seattle.
Hop-on hop-off bus for Seattle highlights plus a self-guided history walk, then Sky View Observatory for 360° views from Columbia Center.
Eat Seattle’s Chef Food Tour in Seattle Center pairs classic dogs, oysters, pies, and sweets with chef-led history near the Space Needle.
“Scott was so personable and we learned a lot. I love that the guides are all chefs, you truly get a different perspective from someone who knows food intimately. We also got a lot of history with the tour, learning more about the history of Seattle. I love that this tour is handicap accessible, while we didn’t have limited mobility, my mom does so I am always please to learn when a tour can accommodate all. Do yourself a favor and check this tour out!”
Small-group Seattle half-day: Space Needle, Argosy waterfront cruise, Underground walk, and Kerry Park skyline views in 4.5 hours.
“Erica was great, kind and very informational learned a lot about Seattle and would come back again because of her.”
A 4-hour Seattle small-group tour with Space Needle, a harbor cruise, Beneath the Streets underground walk, and Kerry Park views.
“It was average. This tour is mainly a taxi for you to get to the various activities. You can probably save money by purchasing your own tickets to the attractions and just do a ride shares to and fro at your own pace.”
