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Smith Tower Observatory Access: Unforgettable 360-Degree Seattle Views
4.2
74 Ratings
Seattle
Experience unforgettable 360-degree views of Seattle from the Smith Tower Observatory. Immerse yourself in exhibits, enjoy craft cocktails, and make a wish in the Wishing Chair.
Experience unforgettable 360-degree views of Seattle from the Smith Tower Observatory. Immerse yourself in exhibits, enjoy craft cocktails, and make a wish in the Wishing Chair.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Smith Tower Visitor Experience - The Legends of Smith Tower exhibits are being refreshed and are unavailable through May 15th. The world-famous Observatory and speakeasy-inspired bar remain open with access straight up the tower in the historic Otis elevators. On the 35th floor, you’ll be welcomed by stunning views and an exhilarating opportunity…
- Smith Tower Visitor Experience - The Legends of Smith Tower exhibits are being refreshed and are unavailable through May 15th. The world-famous Observatory and speakeasy-inspired bar remain open with access straight up the tower in the historic Otis elevators. On the 35th floor, you’ll be welcomed by stunning views and an exhilarating opportunity to take in 360-degrees of Seattle and Puget Sound from the open-air observation deck. Stay awhile and enjoy a craft cocktail or share a plate from our fun, locally-inspired menu. Depending on visitor volume, there may be wait times to ride the elevator to the Observatory and be seated in the Restaurant & Bar.
What's Included
- Local taxes included
- Local taxes included
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Smith Tower is enhancing the guest experience with renovations to the museum and box office. All ticket types are now available at a single price! We eagerly anticipate your visit!
Experience Smith Tower like never before. Dive into new exhibits that guide you through the past 110 years. Ascend to the top of the tower for a breathtaking view from the…
Smith Tower is enhancing the guest experience with renovations to the museum and box office. All ticket types are now available at a single price! We eagerly anticipate your visit!
Experience Smith Tower like never before. Dive into new exhibits that guide you through the past 110 years. Ascend to the top of the tower for a breathtaking view from the Observatory, featuring an open-air deck with panoramic views of Seattle and beyond. Take a moment to savor Prohibition-era inspired craft cocktails and shareable plates with friends or loved ones. Don’t forget to make a wish in the Wishing Chair—it’s the perfect selfie opportunity to commemorate your visit to Smith Tower.
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Smith Tower Visitor Experience
500 2nd Ave
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(74 Ratings)
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Melchiorns
Mar 29, 2025
Richard guided tour - Richard was a great and entertaining tour guide. I would definitely suggest taking the guided tour, such amazing history.
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Hugh
Mar 12, 2025
Top of Seattle - I went in March 2024.
Decide to visit the oldest tallest building in Western States.
Upon arrival, I was little bit confused with the entrance. Found the ticket. I had pre purchased drink as well.
Soon I was navigated the hall to elevator. Prior to elevator, there was bit of museum/history shown about how Smith Tower operated.
When getting on the elevator, the gentleman narrated story about the building. His knowledge is superior!
Finally up at the top of the building, I first decided to get something to drink and sat by the window. You can see the Puget Sound, Bainbridge Island and West Seattle of course the stadiums. Nice view. I decided to step outside to view. The weather at the time was cool. Not that cold. Just Seattle weather. I took couple of photos. I don’t remember if I did see Space needle.
The whole experience is phenomenal. I love it!
Highly recommend!
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Jill_m
Mar 2, 2025
Great views on a Sunny Day in March - The Smith Tower is a must-see in Seattle if you like architectural finds! It is beautiful. We had lunch on the 34th floor. It has Asian food and was delicious. The views are amazing. On a map of the city St James church was marked. We went there and it is a magnificent church!
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Jva_jva
Feb 28, 2025
Drinks with the ultimate Seattle view - A gorgeous location to enjoy cocktails and a 360-view. The preservation of Seattle history while offering a unique menu was done well here. I enjoyed catching up with friends, and the photo feature was fun, too.
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Rose_l
Feb 23, 2025
Beautiful views of the city from the top! - Great! It was under renovation but the Staffs were still professional and we were able to take more photos!
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Beyondborderstravelc
Apr 8, 2025
Skyline Sips & Stunning Views! - Our visit to the Smith Tower Observatory was an absolute treat! From the moment we stepped into the historic elevators, there was a buzz of excitement as we climbed to the top of one of Seattle’s most iconic landmarks. Once at the observatory, we were greeted by breathtaking, unobstructed views of the city skyline from the sparkling waters of Puget Sound to the towering silhouette of Mount Rainier in the distance.
The atmosphere is casual yet charming, with vintage decor that nods to the tower’s rich history. We made the most of it by grabbing a couple of drinks and some light bites from the bar both were pleasantly good and paired perfectly with the view. The cocktails especially felt like a little luxury as we sipped them with the city sprawling below us.
It’s not just a pretty view either; the informational displays around the observatory offer fun historical tidbits about Seattle and the tower itself, adding depth to the experience. We ended up lingering longer than planned, soaking in the sunshine and city sounds from above.
Only small note: it can get a little crowded at peak times, so plan ahead if you want a quieter experience. But overall, a fantastic way to see Seattle from a new perspective!
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Lwkrebsart
Mar 27, 2025
Nice elevator ride. - The building is really cool. The museum area is small. The views from the observation deck are awesome. No ambiance in bar and drinks were ok.
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Jrworley
Feb 23, 2025
You are locking in a spot but might not be a great one - Reservations via Viatour might be good if you want to ensure you get a table. We were given a “reserved” table that was not in a great space. It was a bit disappointing. The food and drinks were better than I expected and were high but in line with these sorts of observation decks.
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Donna_p
Apr 5, 2025
Please call and check on your tours - Call ahead of time. I booked this tour and it was cancelled. Us four sisters flew into Seattle as a reunion from all parts of the world. It was disappointing to be told our tour was cancelled, if we wait an hour and pay more money we may attend another group. Out of all the viator tours I have done, this was the only one that let us down.
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I1963noannea
Mar 21, 2025
The ticket is for the elevator-don't expect to have a drink in the bar - Extremely dissatisfied and disappointing. We purchased 8 tickets for an after work event. When we arrived, they said we could take the elevator up but that the bar was full, and it didn't matter that we had tickets for our time slot. The employees were dismissive and stated that website clearly said the $15 was for the elevator.
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