Space Needle Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Space Needle. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise

• Seattle City Highlights Tour

• Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

• Seattle City Tour

• The Best of Seattle City Highlights Tour

Tickets for the Space Needle start from US$49 for adults (anyone over the age of 13) and US$44 for seniors and kids aged 5–12. You can also buy tickets and city passes that combine entry to the Space Needle with other Seattle attractions, such as the Chihuly Garden and Glass, or tickets that allow you to visit the Space Needle once by day and once at night.

Yes, it's very much worth visiting the Space Needle if you're interested to see Seattle's sights from a new perspective. The observation deck lets you see right across the city from its panoramic windows, and it can be fun to experience the rotating floor of the deck. The Space Needle is also easily combined with visiting other Seattle attractions, such as the Chihuly Garden and Glass, so you don't need to go out of your way to visit.

Per one customer who booked the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket, "Great experience. Bring a camera and take lots of pictures. Revolving glass floor is very interesting."

Yes. To visit the Seattle Space Needle, you must reserve your entry for a specific date and time. Reserving tickets online before your visit will ensure a smooth experience. If you don’t have time to book online, try the on-site kiosk or self-service ticket machines.

Wait times for the Space Needle vary greatly depending on the weather and time of year. Since tickets are sold in 15-minute time slots, booking in advance will minimize your wait time. However, if you’re buying tickets on-site during the high season, you may need to wait more than an hour.

For a relaxed experience, the best time to visit the Seattle Space Needle is in the morning, right when it opens. However, sunset or after-dark viewings are also popular and offer a new way to see the city. Whenever you go, time your visit for clear weather.

It’s worth spending at least 45 minutes to 1 hour at the Seattle Space Needle. Double the time if you decide to extend the experience with a meal at the rotating restaurant. If you haven’t prebooked tickets, plan for up to 1 hour of additional waiting time to see the landmark.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Space Needle. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Seattle:

• Pioneer Square

• Pike Place Market

• Kerry Park (Franklin Place)

• Seattle Waterfront

• Mt. Rainier National Park

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Seattle.