Smith Tower Straight Up Observatory Access Ticket

Overview

Smith Tower is improving our guest experience and is undergoing renovations to our museum and box office. All ticket types are now just one price! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Enjoy Smith Tower like you've never seen it before. Immerse yourself in new exhibits that take you on a journey through the past one hundred and ten years. Make your way to the top of the tower for an amazing vantage point from the Observatory, including an open-air deck with 360-degree views of Seattle and beyond. Then take a moment to indulge in Prohibition-era inspired craft cocktails and shareable plates with a group of friends or your loved ones. And don't forget to make a wish in the Wishing Chair. It's the perfect selfie to post of your visit to Smith Tower.

City: Seattle

Mon 02 Mar

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $10.00

Make a reservation

Mon 02 Mar

Starting at $10.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (175) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (252) Entry Tickets (96) Sporting Events (4) Good for Small Groups (27) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (113) Walking Tours (705) Outdoor Activities (48) Limitied Availability Tours (29) LGBT Friendly Tours (9) Family-friendly Activities (8) Wildlife Activities (6) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (96) Travelers recommend (174) Good for Groups (32) Top Activities (75) Guided Audio Tours (10) Art, Culture & History (406) Attractions to explore (43) Sustainable Tours (1) Limousine Transfers (5) Donut Walking Tour (2) Virtual Experiences (1) Additional fees (7) DSA non-compliant (17)

What's Included

Local taxes

Route and map

Meeting point

Open in Google Maps

Seattle
506 2nd Ave

Please check-in at the ground level Observatory Store, located at 500 Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

The last elevator goes up one hour before closing. Depending on visitor volume, there may be wait times to ride the elevator to the Observatory and be seated in the Restaurant & Bar.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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

What To Expect

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (69)

Open in Google Maps

F2843AQalexap

Aug 2024

Richard our Tour Guide was terrific! I took my 95 year old Mom and she remembered being in the Chinese Room for a UW Fraternity Dance when she was 19 years old. So much fun.

markpU4384AU

Aug 2024

The views were amazing. Don't go on a Thursday as the bar and restaurant doesn't get resupplied until Friday. They were out of many food items. But apparently not one that we were told was out. We ordered a plate that included a selection on meats. We negotiated a deal to get the rest of plate at a reduced price. A short time later a group seated behind us and ordered the same plate from the same server. Theirs magically included the meat?? Boomers vs young attractive women? Oh well

Fasteddie350

Aug 2024

I can’t tell you how disappointed we were last month when we visited Smith Tower with 6 of our friends, especially after I had talked up this venue. My wife and I have been Rum Runner Members several times over the last 8-9 years. And we love bringing visitors to the bar / restaurant with the incredible view. Our visit started out poorly when the hostess in the lobby could not renew our membership as had been done every other time we renewed. The renewal took five minutes in the past as all our information was already in the computer profile. So easy, right ? She said that we had to go online and renew, only option. Ugh ! Well, we had been at the Mariners game and, without my glasses, I had to renew on my phone. It took forever. I guess my fault for leaving my glasses in the car. So we finally get the memberships done and go to pay for the other 4 people when she informs me that there is no longer a discount if you show your Mariners ticket. Ugh ! Again. So we belly up another $ 50-60 for our other guests. We ask if she can provide us with our new membership cards, but those have gone away too. Oh well… We finally get upstairs , which is still the best view in town, and are given a tiny handwritten, small wine list. So disappointing after I had bragged for two days about this unbelievable experience about to be enjoyed after our baseball game. I looked like a goof. Unfortunately we have paid $ 200.00 for another year for the two of us. I doubt if we will ever go back to use the membership. Maybe there is a way that we can just cancel and get our $$$ back ? Let me know if that is an option. So sad that things change, and not in a good way. What happened ???

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize that your experience as Smith Tower did not meet your expectations. Our goal is to provide each guest with a memorable and enjoyable experience, and it is clear that we fell short during your recent visit. We take your feedback seriously and would like the opportunity to make things right. As a gesture of goodwill, we would like to offer a 25% discount for the bar, your Rum Runner Membership cards (they do still exist), and a partial refund. Please reach out to us directly at [email protected] to coordinate. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance, and we look forward to welcoming you back. Regards, Jessica Director of Marketing & Events Smith Tower Visitor Experience