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Children 2 years old and younger ride for free but still require a ticket.
The ride is wheelchair-accessible; a lift and ramp allow wheelchairs to roll directly into the gondolas.
The wheel will stop operating if winds reach sustained speeds of 55 mph (88.5 kph) or higher, or if there are lightning strikes within 1 mile (1.6 kilometers).
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How long is the ride around the Seattle Great Wheel?
Rides around the Seattle Great Wheel typically clock in at 10–20 minutes, but the timing depends on the crowds, the time of year, and the number of loaded gondolas. During summer, when there are larger crowds, rides last 12–20 minutes, while in winter, rides are slightly shorter, lasting 10–15 minutes.
How much does it cost to have dinner on the Great Wheel in Seattle?
The Seattle Great Wheel Private Dining experience costs US$152.50 without wine, which you can add. The 4-course dinner, courtesy of the Fisherman's Restaurant nearby, is designed for 2–4 people and features a set menu with prawn cocktails, a Caesar salad, grilled salmon, vegetables, and rice pilaf.
What time is the light show at the Seattle Great Wheel?
The light show at the Seattle Great Wheel typically starts at 10pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. During evenings in the middle of the week, the ring beam of the wheel becomes illuminated; on holidays, special occasions, and evenings when the University of Washington or Seattle Seahawks play, the light show plays.
Is the Seattle Great Wheel the tallest in the world?
No, the Seattle Great Wheel is not the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. Standing 175 feet (53 meters) over Elliott Bay, the wheel has been the tallest on the US West Coast since it opened in 2012. Yet it's shorter than the Myrtle Beach Skywheel in South Carolina and the London Eye.
How much does it cost to ride the Great Wheel in Seattle?
Tickets for the Seattle Great Wheel are US$18 for adults, US$16 for seniors, US$13 for youth 3–11 years old, and free for children two and under. Tickets for the private, glass-bottom VIP Gondola are US$50. All tickets are valid for one ride for one year from the date of purchase.
Is there free parking at the Seattle Great Wheel?
No, there isn't free parking at the Seattle Great Wheel. However, there is parking in the metered lots in front of the Ferris Wheel on Alaskan Way and the paid lots on Western Avenue—you can find additional parking in garages on Third Street, Stewart Street, and Seneca Street.
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