The Space Needle is an observation tower in Seattle, designed by John Graham & Company in the Googie style and opened to the public in 1962. It is a listed Seattle Landmark. Your ticket covers the Upper Observation Level and the Loupe Level, which has a rotating glass floor, and you can stay up there until closing.
In daylight the observation deck is very bright, so sunglasses are worth bringing. The stairs between the deck and the glass floor are dimly lit and have handrails. Because the building is historic, not every area is accessible. The TipTop Cafe on the Upper Observation Level serves pie and soft-serve ice cream. The Loupe Lounge is for guests 21 and over. The whole tower is cashless, but there are free cash-to-card machines if you don’t have a card.
The main decision is when to buy tickets. Entry is timed, and tickets bought on the day depend on availability and may mean a wait. Tickets bought in advance are fixed to a date and arrival time and can’t be refunded.
Family FAQ
How much does Space Needle cost?
General admission is $35.00–$55.00, plus a 5% city admissions tax.
Do you need to book Space Needle in advance?
Tickets bought on site on the day are subject to availability and wait times.
Can you bring a stroller to Space Needle?
Strollers can't go up because of limited lift space. Leave yours in the car or in the stroller parking area.
