What is the best time of day to visit the Space Needle?
What is the best time of day to visit the Space Needle? 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. Book ahead for popular events in July such as the 4th of July celebrations at Seafair.
How much time do you need at the Space Needle?
How long does a visit to the Space Needle take? We spent about 45 minutes to an hour at the Space Needle. However, we didn't wait in any lines, so our visit was very quick. I'd recommend planning for at least 2 hours, possibly longer.
How long does it take to go through Pike Place Market?
Everyone can enjoy a visit to Pike Place Market, as there are shops and restaurants here that can appeal to all interests and ages. Visitors usually spend about 2 to 3 hours checking out the market, but it's easy to make it an all-day adventure if you want to explore everything it has to offer.
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.
How long does it take to go up and down the Space Needle?
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.
How long does it take to walk through the Space Needle?
How long does a visit to the Space Needle take? We spent about 45 minutes to an hour at the Space Needle. However, we didn't wait in any lines, so our visit was very quick. I'd recommend planning for at least 2 hours, possibly longer.
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.
Does the monorail go from the Space Needle to Pike Place Market?
Take one direct light rail from Space Needle to Pike Place Market in Seattle: take the SEATTLE MONORAIL light rail from Seattle Center station to Westlake Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 min.
How much does it cost to eat at the Space Needle?
SkyCity at the Space Needle is one of the most expensive restaurants in Seattle. The average entrée price is $44.93—to spend this much on the ground, you'll have to get a menu degustation at Rover's or put on a tie and go to Canlis.
Is it safe to walk from Pike Market to Space Needle?
All the avenues between the Market and the Center are perfectly safe to walk during the day.
What park has the best view of the Space Needle?
1. Kerry Park There's a (often crowded) viewing area and a grassy slope just below it. It's not the best picnic spot but most people go for the epic view of the Seattle skyline featuring the Space Needle and—on a clear day—Mount Rainier.