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Space Needle

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 315 attractions in Seattle
Traveler Description:
Climb 520 feet to the observation deck of Seattle's signature building, which is actually 605 feet tall, for spectacular views of the city and its... more » Climb 520 feet to the observation deck of Seattle's signature building, which is actually 605 feet tall, for spectacular views of the city and its surrounding area. For food and fantastic sights check out SkyCity, the tower's rotating restaurant that makes one complete orbit per hour. « less
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Attraction type: Observation deck/tower, Landmark/point of interest, Monument, Architectural building, Other
Activities: Dining
Address: Seattle Center
Broad St. and Fifth Ave. N Seattle, WA 98109
Tel: 800-937-9582,206-905-2163

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Reviews of Space Needle

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Aug 21, 2008

Okay, you're a tourist. You're in Seattle. You HAVE to go to the top of the Space Needle. You just have to. What kind of a tourist are you if you don't and what kind of stories can you tell all those people that will end up asking you about it. We went on a Monday afternoon. The lines weren't... more

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3 of 5 stars
Houston, TX
Aug 19, 2008

You get a really great view if you go to the top of the top of the Space Needle, but if you're afraid of heights or don't really care, then pass on this one. Other than the view, there's not much to brag about. more

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4 of 5 stars
Salt Lake City
Aug 12, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We had dinner at the Space Needle last night. The food was the best we have had in Seattle -- not fantastic, but very good. Service was also very good -- just short of superb, but the best we've had in Seattle. We lucked out and had clear skies, Mt. Rainier clearly visible. So the views were really fantastic. Pricey... more

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2 of 5 stars
jardiner
Aug 11, 2008

i had been to the space needle as a kid, and it was definitely a lot more exciting back then. maybe it's because i didn't have to pay for it then, but this time it just wasn't that magical. if you want a nice view of the city, go to the little lookout park in queen anne or drive to... more

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3 of 5 stars
St. Louis, Missouri
Jul 23, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

I have been to Seattle a few times in the past 15 years and have visited the Space Needle each time. So of course I had to visit it when I was in Seattle last week with my son. However, I was a bit disappointed this time. During my prior visits, they had signs in the inside upstairs that showed... more

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4 of 5 stars
Fort Worth, TX
Jul 22, 2008

We visited the Space Needle on our first day and I am glad we did. I was able to show my 9 year old all the places we would be visiting throughout our time in Seattle. So instead of randomly going from place to place in a new city it really gave her a sense of how the city is... more

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5 of 5 stars
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Jul 21, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I admit I was a little skeptical before heading off to the Space Needle (July 2008). I did not know the Space Needle was owned by a private party, but did learn that while visiting. From the ground, the Space Needle seems dated and unimpressive compared to the Seattle skyline, however, we dutifully took the tram ($2) and paid ($16)... more

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5 of 5 stars
Yorktown, VA
Jul 12, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

You can't go to Seattle and NOT go up in the space needle! There are interesting kiosks up there with info about the neighborhoods and advice from residents on various topics. And take the monorail! more

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5 of 5 stars
Sand Springs, OK
Jul 11, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

I visited the Space Needle with a friend when I was in my late 20's and just loved it. What a view!!! Not to mention how tasty the food was. I would say this is a must see on anyones Bucket List. more

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5 of 5 stars
Houston
Jun 23, 2008

How can you come to seattle (if you have never been before) and not do the needle... I probably wouldnt again, but I can say I have! more

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Space Needle Address

Seattle Center, Broad St. and Fifth Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109
Tel: 800-937-9582,206-905-2163