Can you take the stairs at the Space Needle?

Can you take the stairs at the Space Needle? We have two open-air staircases that lead to the top. During all waves, one staircase will be designated for runners and races, and one staircase will be for walkers and casual climbers.

Is it worth it to go to the top of the Space Needle?

Definitely worth it for one visit, but maybe not something you'd want to return to. So then, what, or who, do you think it's best for? First-time visitors to Seattle will appreciate the views, but also the perspective that the observation deck provides for orienting to a new place.

Do you have to pay for parking at the Space Needle?

Visitors to the Loupe Lounge can self-park at the turn-around loop at the base of the Space Needle. Parking is available from Thursday to Sunday between 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. However, it is expensive to park here, costing $15 per hour. Other visitors can park at the Seattle Center parking garage at 5th Avenue North.

Is it better to go to Space Needle at night or day?

The best time to visit the Seattle Space Needle is on clearer days, either early in the morning before the crowds arrive or at sunset, so you can get daytime and nighttime views in one visit.

Is it safe to walk to the Space Needle in Seattle?

Safe Neighborhoods and Areas in Seattle In addition, the main tourist attractions like Pike Place Market, Seattle Center, Space Needle, and waterfront attractions are safe to explore. There are no particularly dangerous and unsafe neighborhoods in Seattle that you should never visit.

Does the Space Needle sell out?

Now more than ever we recommend booking tickets online in advance. We are seeing a few popular time slots sell out each day, and with limited capacity, they sell out even faster. If your guest knows when they want to visit, recommend booking online in advance.

Why is the Space Needle restaurant closed?

Many may also remember the famed SkyCity Restaurant (formerly the Eye of the Needle), which closed in September 2017 as part of the landmark's renovation project. Since then, there has been no full service restaurant inside the building.

Is there an elevator in the Space Needle?

The Loupe offers never-seen-before views of the Space Needle's unique architecture, elevators, and the city below. The Space Needle was designated as an official landmark in 1999. It takes 43 seconds to travel in a Space Needle elevator from the ground to the tower's top level, 520 feet above Seattle.