Smith Tower Observatory Admission and Self-Guided Tour
Ride historic elevators to 360-degree views and explore exhibits at your pace
Duration
Approximately one hour
Includes
Admission, Observatory access, Bar
Highlights
Explore Seattle's original skyscraper on a self-guided visit. Ride historic Otis elevators to the 35th-floor open-air observatory for 360-degree views.
- Discover exhibits on Smith Tower history
- Ride historic Otis elevators to the Observatory
- Enjoy 360-degree views of Seattle and Puget Sound
- Relax with drinks at the Observatory Bar
- Visit at your own pace on a self-guided tour
- Bring kids, as the experience is family friendly
What's Included
- All-day general admission and self-guided exhibits
- Access to 35th-floor Observatory and Observatory Bar
Things to know
The Observatory Bar is first-come with assigned seating; tables seat up to 6 and walk-in groups over 14 cannot be accommodated. Visitor spaces are ADA accessible, but the open-air deck is not wheelchair accessible. Credit and debit cards only; cash is not accepted.
Cancellation Policy
We are not able to exchange, refund, or credit purchased tickets.
FAQs
The duration is up to you; exhibits are self-guided. Depending on visitor volume, there may be wait times for the elevator to the Observatory.
The Visitor Experience spaces are ADA accessible, except the viewing deck due to the building's Historical Landmark status.
Yes, but there is no storage; please keep items with you.
Meeting details
506 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, United States
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Smith Tower
Admission includedStep inside Smith Tower and you are immediately transported to an earlier era of Seattle ambition. The ornate brass elevator cages, hand-painted ceilings, and terracotta detailing speak to a craftsmanship rarely found in modern buildings. From the open-air observation deck, the city unfolds in every direction, with Elliott Bay glittering to the west and the Cascade foothills rising to the east. Smith Tower rewards visitors who take their time.
