Space Needle Tickets

Official Space Needle tickets cost $35 to $55 for adults depending on the season and time of day, sold on spaceneedle.com for 15-minute entry windows. Children 4 and under are free, and the Space Needle + Chihuly Garden and Glass combo costs $74. Tours and tickets from resellers start at $77.88 on Viator (3 compared, checked October 18, 2026).

Official seller
spaceneedle.com
Adult ticket
$35 to $55 by date and time
Entry
Timed, 15-minute windows
Children 4 and under
Free

Space Needle tours compared

The 3 most-reviewed Space Needle tours and tickets on Viator, with starting prices for one adult. Some of these tours are fully sold out on up to 5 of the next 14 days, so book ahead.

TourFromRatingChihuly Garden and GlassBook
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket$77.884.6 (1,890 reviews)yesSee on Viator
Chef Food Tour of Seattle Space Needle and Seattle Center$85.005.0 (9 reviews)not statedSee on Viator
Private Space Needle & Seattle Cultural District Tour$135.905.0 (7 reviews)not statedSee on Viator

Prices from Viator, checked October 18, 2026. "Not stated" means the tour listing doesn't say; read it before you book. Prices change by date.

Getting there

Around Space Needle:

  • Seattle Center station (train) · 350 ft · about 2 min walk
  • Westlake & Thomas station (streetcar) · 0.5 mi · about 13 min walk
  • Westlake & 9th-Denny station (streetcar) · 0.5 mi · about 14 min walk
  • 25 bus stops within 0.3 miles
  • 182 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles, at least 3,141 spaces
  • Hotels nearby: Hyatt House (300 ft), Travelodge Seattle by the Space Needle (0.2 mi), Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown (0.2 mi)
  • Closest airports: Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA) 12.1 mi

Directions in Google Maps · View on OpenStreetMap

Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Hotels, food and bars near Space Needle

The closest hotel to Space Needle is Hyatt House, 300 ft away (about 2 min walk). 6 hotels are within 0.3 miles. There are 45 places to eat within 0.3 miles, mostly pizza, Thai and sandwich. 6 bars and pubs are within the same distance.

Hotels

  • Hyatt House · 300 ft · about 2 min walk
  • Travelodge Seattle by the Space Needle · 0.2 mi · about 6 min walk
  • Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown · 0.2 mi · about 6 min walk
  • Civic Hotel · 0.2 mi · about 7 min walk
  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Norman · 0.3 mi · about 7 min walk
  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seattle Downtown – Lake Union · 0.3 mi · about 8 min walk
  • The Maxwell Hotel · 0.4 mi · about 10 min walk
  • Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center · 0.4 mi · about 10 min walk

Places to eat

  • Cafe Bee · café · 250 ft · about 2 min walk
  • McDonald's · burger · 300 ft · about 2 min walk
  • The Bar at Chihuly Garden & Glass · restaurant · 350 ft · about 2 min walk
  • Grecian Corner · café · 450 ft · about 3 min walk
  • MOD Pizza · pizza · 450 ft · about 3 min walk
  • Milkvue · bubble tea · 450 ft · about 3 min walk
  • Skillet Counter · American · 450 ft · about 3 min walk
  • Kabab Mediterranean · Mediterranean · 500 ft · about 3 min walk

Bars and pubs

  • The Loupe Lounge · 100 ft · about 1 min walk
  • The 5 Point · 950 ft · about 5 min walk
  • TeKu Tavern · 950 ft · about 5 min walk
  • Swamp Cow kava bar · 0.3 mi · about 7 min walk

Straight-line distances from the venue. Places from OpenStreetMap contributors; opening hours change, so check before you go.

Events near Space Needle in the next two weeks

All events in Seattle →

Official ticket types and prices

Prices as published by the official seller. “See official site” means the seller only shows that price when you book.

Ticket Adult What you get
General Admission (timed entry) $35.00 – $55.00 Timed entry to the Upper Observation Level (indoor and open-air, 520 ft) and the Loupe Level with the rotating glass floor (500 ft); stay until closing on that date.
Fast Pass Combo $129.00 (as listed on homepage)
Seattle CityPASS $139.00 Space Needle plus other Seattle attractions (official homepage lists CityPASS $119.00 – $139.00).

When tickets sell out

No official sell-out statement found. Tickets are timed (15-minute windows), so booking ahead reduces waiting.

Discounts and free entry

Children 4 and under free. Discounts for youth (5-12) and seniors (65+) online, at kiosks and the admissions office. Military, King County resident and tribal rates only at the admissions office with ID. Group/school discounts via (206) 905-2100.

Opening hours

Official homepage (Oct 2026): Mon-Thu 10:30AM-7:30PM, Fri 9:30AM-9:30PM, Sat 9:00AM-9:30PM, Sun 9:30AM-8:30PM (Pacific).

How long to plan

About 30 minutes from entrance to the top (security, ‘Building the Marvel’ exhibit, elevator).

Travel tips

  • Address: 400 Broad St., Seattle, WA 98109, at Seattle Center.
  • Seattle Center Monorail links downtown (Westlake Center) to the Space Needle and connects with Sound Transit buses and light rail.
  • Parking at the Space Needle is limited; use nearby Seattle Center parking facilities.
  • Valet at the entrance is $25/hour; a turnaround loop is available for drop-off.

Accessibility

Official FAQ: ‘Wheelchairs are always welcome’ – staff direct parties to a courtesy entrance at their ticket time. Mobility scooters are permitted. Lifts serve the observation deck and the rotating glass floor. Not all areas are accessible due to the building’s historic nature; stairs between levels are dimly lit with handrails. Service animals permitted. Hospitality services: +1 206 905 2100.

Before you go

  • All guests and bags are screened; weapons not allowed (except on-duty law enforcement).
  • Large bags (too big to carry on an airplane) are not allowed; small backpacks and purses are fine. Free bag check for up to 2 hours.
  • Arrive within 5 minutes of your timed slot; otherwise see an attendant for the next available time.
  • Buy from spaceneedle.com, kiosks or the admissions office; resident/military rates are not sold online.

Best time to visit

No official statement. Prices are higher at peak times of day (official: prices vary by time of day).

Good to know

How much does it cost to go up the Space Needle?
General admission is $35-$55 per adult, depending on season and time of day. Youth (5-12) and seniors (65+) get discounts, and children 4 and under are free.
Are kids free at the Space Needle?
Children 4 and under visit free. Youth aged 5-12 pay a discounted rate.
How long can I stay at the top?
Your timed ticket lets you stay on the Upper Observation Level and Loupe Level until closing that day. Getting from the entrance to the top takes about 30 minutes.
Can I bring a backpack?
Small backpacks and purses are allowed, but large bags (too big for an airplane carry-on) are not. All bags are screened, and bag check is free for 2 hours.
Is the Space Needle wheelchair accessible?
Yes, wheelchairs are welcome and staff direct you to a courtesy entrance. Lifts reach the observation deck and the rotating glass floor, though not every area is accessible because of the historic structure.
What is The Loupe?
The Loupe is the world's first and only rotating glass floor, at the 500-foot level of the Space Needle.
How do I get to Space Needle by public transit?
The closest stop is Seattle Center station (train), 350 ft away, about 2 min walk. Also nearby: Westlake & Thomas station (streetcar), 0.5 mi away; Westlake & 9th-Denny station (streetcar), 0.5 mi away. There are 25 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
What is the closest airport to Space Needle?
The closest airport with scheduled flights is Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA), 50 ft away in a straight line.
Is there parking near Space Needle?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 182 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles, with at least 3,141 mapped spaces. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.

Sources: spaceneedle.com. Official facts checked October 17, 2026.