Space Needle Tours and Tickets

Q: What’s the best way to experience the Space Needle?

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:<ul><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Seattle/Seattle-Harbor-Cruise/d704-2960HARBOR" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Seattle/Premier-3-Hour-Seattle-City-Tour/d704-5396P10" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Seattle City Highlights Tour</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Seattle/Seattle-Space-Needle-Observation-Deck-Admission/d704-5929COMBO" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Seattle/Seattle-City-Tour/d704-40943P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Seattle City Tour</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Seattle/3-Hour-Seattle-City-Tour/d704-3657CITY" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">The Best of Seattle City Highlights Tour</a></li></ul>

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Space Needle in 2026?

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.

Q: Do you have to make reservations to go in the Space Needle?

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.

Q: How long is the wait to go up the Space Needle?

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.

Q: What is the best time of day to visit the Space Needle?

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.

Q: How long does it take to visit the Space Needle?

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.

Q: What are the best attractions in Seattle other than the Space Needle?

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:<ul><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/Seattle-attractions/Pioneer-Square/d704-a1309" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Pioneer Square</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/Seattle-attractions/Pike-Place-Market/d704-a1308" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Pike Place Market</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/Seattle-attractions/Kerry-Park/d704-a25264" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Kerry Park (Franklin Place)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/Seattle-attractions/Seattle-Waterfront/d704-a1319" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Seattle Waterfront</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/Seattle-attractions/Mt-Rainier-National-Park/d704-a1307" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Mt. Rainier National Park</a></li></ul>View Viator's guide to all <a href="https://www.viator.com/Seattle/d704" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">the best attractions in Seattle</a>.

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Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Visit the world-famous Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass together with one simple and cost-effective booking. Travel to the top of the Space Needle's 520 ft. observation deck for unparalleled views of downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, and the Puget Sound—an essential experience for any tourist. Then, you don't have to go far to immerse yourself in an artistic world where curiosity, creativity, and color come to life at Chihuly Garden and Glass.

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Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,648)

from $73

Seattle is famous for its bustling waterfront, numerous green spaces, and historic neighborhoods. Ideal for first-time visitors, this sightseeing tour provides an overview of top attractions such as Pioneer Square, the Space Needle, and Pike Place market. Sit back and relax while your guide provides historical and cultural background for each destination, and enjoy stops to walk and take photos.

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Seattle City Highlights Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(2,079)

from $88

Private Space Needle and Seattle Center Tour

Explore the vibrant Seattle Center with a local guide and enjoy stunning views from the Space Needle. This 2-hour private tour offers an in-depth look at Seattle’s rich art and cultural scene. Marvel at the iconic Space Needle, rising 520 feet above the city, and gain insight into Seattle's history and landmarks. Visit key sites like the Museum of Pop Culture and the International Fountain, and learn about Seattle's music history. Perfect for small groups, this tour includes admission to the Space Needle and a knowledgeable guide to enhance your experience. - 2-hour private tour of Seattle Center and Space Needle - Includes entrance fee to the Space Needle with 360-degree views - Local guide shares stories of Seattle's art and history - Private tour offers a deeper, more immersive experience.

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Private Space Needle and Seattle Center Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from $136

Price varies by group size

Enjoy the sights and sounds of Seattle from Elliott Bay and Seattle Harbor on this narrated cruise. Learn about Seattle’s historic waterfront and get an up-close look at one of the world's largest shipping terminals. Take in the view of the city’s skyline with a spectacular panoramic background of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, including majestic Mt. Rainier. Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard the ship.

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Seattle's Original Guided Harbor Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(2,118)

from $46

Discover Seattle with our self-guided tour, exploring the Emerald City at your pace. Begin at Pike Place Market where fishmongers toss salmon and the original Starbucks has served coffee since 1971. Ride to the top of the Space Needle for panoramic views across Puget Sound to the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier. Explore the Museum of Pop Culture where Frank Gehry’s sculptural architecture houses exhibits on music and science fiction. Wander through Pioneer Square’s Victorian buildings where Seattle grew from logging camp to city. Experience Capitol Hill’s creative energy, Fremont’s quirky public art including the famous 18-foot Troll, and the waterfront along Elliott Bay. Marvel at Dale Chihuly’s glass sculptures displayed against the Seattle skyline. This Pacific Northwest gem sits between mountains and sea, where tech innovation meets outdoor lifestyle, independent coffee roasters outnumber chains, and the gentle drizzle keeps everything green in America’s Emerald City.

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Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $8

The Best of Seattle City Highlights Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(754)

from $111

Pass through the renowned Ballard Locks and learn about the complex system on a cruise that transports you between the freshwater of Lake Union and the saltwater of Puget Sound. The one-way cruise can be used as transportation, making it ideal for travelers who want to avoid traffic and enjoy a unique journey from the Seattle waterfront to the AGC Marina on South Lake Union (or vice versa).

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Seattle Locks Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(395)

from $63

Likely to Sell Out

There’s no better way to experience a summer evening in Seattle than from the water. Join us for the Seattle Sunset Cruise, a relaxing 1.5-hour cruise with minimal narration timed perfectly to capture the golden hour and sunset over Puget Sound. Come aboard and head to the open-air deck as the city begins to glow in the warm evening light. As the captain navigates through Elliott Bay, enjoy breathtaking views of the Seattle skyline, passing ferries, and the Olympic Mountains. Whether you’re enjoying a date night, celebrating with friends, wanting a memorable evening on your trip, or simply soaking in summer, the Seattle Sunset Cruise offers a peaceful and unforgettable way to end the day on the water.

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Seattle Sunset Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

from $57

Welcome to Seattle Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(181)

from $49

Likely to Sell Out

Seattle Sailing Harbor Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(481)

from $39

City Sightseeing Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Experience the best of Seattle on a fantastic City Sightseeing bus tour! You can explore the city at your own pace with tickets valid for either 24 or 48 hours. Discover all of Seattle's key landmarks, including the world famous Space Needle, Pioneer & Occidental Square, Chinatown, Seattle Central Library, Capitol Hill, Pike Place Market and much more! There's also an audio tour commentary provided in English so that you can learn all about the history as you cruise around. Included in your ticket is our all-new visual tour feature where every stop on our hop-on hop-off tour transforms into a live, interactive story. As you pass the waterfront, the Space Needle and historic Pike Place Market, you'll enjoy stunning visuals that provide then vs now comparisons images. Furthermore, you'll be able to peek inside iconic landmarks - even those closed to the public - and unlock hidden gems with live images, fun facts and local insights. Experience all of this and more with City Sightseeing!

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City Sightseeing Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

1.5

(23)

from $65

Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

This diverse and active half day tour features the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, with two cascading waterfalls, a 2-hour moderate hike through an old growth forest, a visit to a historic logging town, and a stunning lake reflecting the surrounding mountains. We'll visit the verdant Ollalie Sate Park with Twin Falls and Upper Falls, the towns of North Bend and Snoqualmie, as well as the legendary 270-foot tall Snoqualmie Falls.

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Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(596)

from $79

Likely to Sell Out

Chef Food Tour of Seattle Space Needle and Seattle Center

The Space Needle Food Tour is the only chef-guided experience that blends Seattle’s culture, history, and flavor in the heart of the city’s most iconic neighborhood. You’ll visit 5 food stops and enjoy 2 beverages, with carefully selected bites that highlight the best of the Pacific Northwest. Along the way, you’ll support small, local food businesses and learn from a chef who brings the area’s food and stories to life. * Please this tour DOES NOT go up in the Space Needle. It is is a food tour in the surrounding area

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Chef Food Tour of Seattle Space Needle and Seattle Center

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(9)

from $85

Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(611)

from $65

Seattle Sightseeing City Tour with Hotel Pick-up

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(169)

from $115

Only Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour Leaving from Seattle

You don’t have to venture into the San Juan Islands to see whales in their natural habitat—with this tour, you can board a whale-watching cruise right in downtown Seattle. You'll spend 3 to 5 hours onboard, looking for whales and learning about the area’s ecosystem from an expert naturalist. Choose from budget-friendly standard seating or pay extra for premium window seats. Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard.

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Only Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour Leaving from Seattle

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(253)

from $155

See the best of Seattle in just a few hours on this convenient bus tour. Relax and sightsee from the bus, skipping the hassle of planning transportation throughout the day. Cover several of Seattle's must-see spots, such as Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, and the Fremont Troll. Beyond the major sights, you'll also explore different neighborhoods and learn about Seattle's history from your guide.

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Seattle City Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,175)

from $89

Likely to Sell Out

Make the most of summer in Seattle on an evening river cruise that takes you past the city's skyline from a vantage point on the water. Pass by Elliott Bay, Alki Point, and into Puget Sound as the sun begins to set—perfect for snapping golden hour photos. Up on the top deck, enjoy locally sourced food and drinks (own expense) from the onboard bar and catch glimpse of the Olympic Mountains.

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Seattle Happy Hour Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.1

(41)

from $57

Guided hike on Mt. Rainier - old forest, falls and glacier views

Explore Mt. Rainier National Park's highlights on this day tour featuring glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, and old growth forests. From Seattle, you'll head to the park and take guided shorter hikes from the Visitor Center at Paradise, including a one-mile walk to a picnic near giant glaciers. See Reflection Lake, Narada Falls, and Christine Falls. In winter and spring (November-June), snowshoeing replaces hiking—no experience required.

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Guided hike on Mt. Rainier - old forest, falls and glacier views

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(587)

from $179

Pike Place Market, Space Needle Iconic 1-Day City Tour in Seattle

Explore many of Seattle’s key landmarks—and leave all the transit and planning to your guide—on this flexible, full-day tour. Meet in the morning, and travel in a comfortable bus or mini-coach. Visit several top Seattle landmarks, including Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square. You can also upgrade to explore destinations like the Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass, The Museum of Flight, and enjoy an included Cantonese-style afternoon tea.

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Pike Place Market, Space Needle Iconic 1-Day City Tour in Seattle

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(74)

from $144

City Sightseeing Seattle HOHO Bus and Locks or Harbour Cruise

Hop-on a City Sightseeing bus tour to explore Seattle at your own pace. With 24 and 48-hour tickets with the Locks Cruise, or Harbour Cruise, you can choose the option that suits you best. With an informative audio guide in English onboard the bus, you'll learn plenty of interesting facts about Seattle. Sit back, relax and enjoy sights such as Space Needle, Seattle Central Library, Seattle Sky View Observatory and Pike Place Market to name a few! Should you book either the 24 or 48-hour tickets with the Locks Cruise, your ticket will include a one-way Locks Cruise and an audio-guided walking tour can that be downloaded to your smartphone. You'll learn all about Seattle's early days and images of the objects being talked about will be displayed on your screen. Book the 24 or 48-hour tickets with the Harbour Cruise to experience panoramic views of Seattle from both land and sea, as well as an audio-guided walking tour. Book your City Sightseeing ticket today!

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City Sightseeing Seattle HOHO Bus and Locks or Harbour Cruise

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

3.2

(11)

from $109

The Best of Seattle and Majestic Snoqualmie Waterfalls

Experience the top sights of Seattle and the majestic Snoqualmie Waterfalls in a single day on a small-group sightseeing tour. In addition to a driving tour of the city’s highlights, this robust and well-paced itinerary includes a cup of coffee at Starbucks Headquarters, a stroll at the offbeat Gas Works Park, a photo opportunity with the Fremont Troll, and more. A scenic visit to the Snoqualmie Falls completes your Seattle adventure.

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The Best of Seattle and Majestic Snoqualmie Waterfalls

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(156)

from $145

Price varies by group size

Boeing Factory Tour & Seattle City Tours Combo

We are excited to announce the return of our Boeing Factory Tour beginning January 2026. We paused this tour during the global pandemic, but we’re back, better than ever. The Seattle City Tour portion of this experience was ranked “Top 20” experience in the United States by TripAdvisor/Viator, selected from thousands of activities (read some of the reviews!). After more than 10 years of developing and refining this route, we’ve designed a tour that truly maximizes everything you get to see. This is the only tour in Seattle that combines the Boeing Factory Tour with a comprehensive Seattle City Tour. You’ll visit the launch site of Boeing’s very first airplane and see the largest building in the world. The Boeing experience also includes a gallery of innovative aircraft and a flight simulator. Enjoy iconic sights such as floating homes, the Fremont Troll, under the bridge, the busiest lock system in the U.S., the Amazon campus, and what may be the longest floating bridges in the world.

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Boeing Factory Tour & Seattle City Tours Combo

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(28)

from $199

Likely to Sell Out

3 Hours San Juan Island Seaplane Tour from Seattle

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(27)

from $369

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What are people saying about Space Needle

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Sylvia_P, May 2026

Wonderful Experience

Voucher was easy to redeem. We were able to tour the Chihuly garden for as long as we wanted, came back in the evening to go up to the Space Needle for the sunset! Had a great time.

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Rebecca_B, May 2026

A must do in Seattle! We...

A must do in Seattle! We had a beautiful day and both the Space Needle and Chihuley Gardens were amazing. The Bar after the exhibit was wonderful!

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Ronda_F, May 2026

What a beautiful day!

We really enjoyed the ourselves. The glass blown garden was spectacular, although I prepaid for the tickets, I was not told that the gardens were going to close at 1:30 pm. I was disappointed and felt rushed. The space needle was absolutely spectacular! One more thing knocked of the bucket list

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

LeighAnne_E, May 2026

Space Needle and Chihuly Gardens

We loved Chihuly Gardens and the Space Needle, the weather was cold and rainy for the space needle but it was still enjoyable

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Know before you go

Book Space Needle tickets in advance to avoid waiting in long ticket lines.
At the observation deck, check out the interpretive displays, which identify more than 60 activities in the Seattle area.
Expect to have your bag searched before you’ll be allowed in.
The Space Needle is wheelchair accessible.

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