Book Now: Standard, Classic or Elite Experience Admission to Sky View Observatory (Up to 24% Off)
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Guests can enjoy 360-degree views of the city from an observation deck located 902 feet above the ground
- Valid for general admission to Sky View Observatory.
- Classic ticket includes priority lane for entry and exit and $5 voucher towards merchandise at the gift shop or Sky cafe
- Elite ticket includes priority lane for entry and exit, $10 voucher towards merchandise at the gift shop or Sky cafe, and reserved window seating for 90 minutes
- Free admission for children 4 and under with an adult or senior
Located 902 feet above the ground on the 73rd floor of the Columbia Center, the Sky View Observatory is the tallest public observatory in the Pacific Northwest. Guests enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of Mt. Rainier, Bellevue, the Cascade Mountains, the Olympic Mountains, the Space Needle and the Seattle skyline.
Directions and Parking Information: Main entrance is located on 4th Avenue just south of Columbia Street.
Pioneer Square Link Light Rail Station is just 1 block East of Sky View Observatory. Many major bus routes stop nearby; for bus routes, check out King County Metro Trip Planner at tripplanner.kingcounty.gov. Various pay-to-park options are available in the area, including Columbia Center Garage at 5th Avenue & Columbia Street, or street-level parking at 4th Avenue & Cherry Street. Note: Sky View occasionally closes for private events. Please call to inquire prior to your visit.
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About Sky View Observatory
Located at 902 feet above Seattle, Sky View Observatory is the tallest public observatory in the Pacific Northwest and the perfect place to begin any Seattle experience. Guests ascend 73 floors in 70 seconds in an immersive elevator ride that whisks them to the Observatory, where stunning 360-degree views await.
From Mt. Rainier to Mt. Baker, all of the Northwest’s magnificent scenery is on display. Whether planning an excursion to the rainforest or a journey through Seattle’s thriving cultural scene, Sky View is the essential first stop. Visitors can plan their visit with the city and the wild at their feet.