Visiting the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington

No visit to Seattle, Washington would be complete without a trip up the iconic Space Needle. The Space Needle is the most recognized landmark in Seattle. It was built in Seattle Center for the 1962 World's Fair. A trip to the top takes only 41 seconds but the lines can take forever. If you don't mind getting up early in the Summer you can take advantage of the Early Up discounts and avoid the crowds.

Seattle Space Needle


Seattle Space Needle

The observation deck is 500ft. above the ground. From here, you can see the entire city. Well, that is if the clouds behave. Swarovski Telescopes are scattered around the deck and are free to use. Maps point out what you are looking at as well.

Observation deck at the Seattle Space Needle

View of Seattle, Washington from the Space Needle

View of Seattle, Washington from the Space Needle

Don't forget to pose for your free photo. And don't worry, there are always a few other nuts doing the same.

Seattle Space Needle Tourist Photo

Nut holding up the Seattle Space Needle