Sky View Observatory at Columbia Center in downtown Seattle is the ideal first stop on your visit to the Emerald City. Here you can map out your entire Pacific Northwest experience: riding the Great Wheel, shopping in Pike Place Market, hiking the Cascades, ferrying to Bainbridge Island, cruising Elliott Bay and exploring the San Juan Islands.
Sky View Observatory is located on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center. At 902 feet it offers the tallest public viewing area in the Pacific Northwest. The 360 degree panoramic view includes Mt. Rainier, Bellevue, the Cascade Mountains, Mt. Baker, Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, the Space Needle and the city of Seattle.
Developed by Martin Selig, the 76-story, 1.5 million square foot Columbia Center was completed in 1985. Clad in smoked tempered glass and Carnelian granite, the structure boasts 8,800 windows, 2,100 hydronic heat pumps, 48 elevators, and 6 escalators. The many technical innovations required for such a large scale project, such as viscoelastic dampers and triangle shaped bracing, enable Columbia Center to withstand earthquakes and hurricane force winds, making it one of the strongest and safest buildings in the Pacific Northwest.
PREMIUM EXPERIENCES
HOP-ON HOP-OFF SEATTLE BUS TOURS
Take in the beauties of Seattle from the top of an open-top bus. Visit the Sky View Observatory and ride the lift up to 902 feet over Seattle. There are two different types of tickets to choose from.
Stop and Go Service After the first scan by their personnel, your ticket will be good for 24 hours. Take a trip on a double-decker open-top bus and see Seattle and Puget Sound in all their glory. This tour is a great way to see Seattle at your own leisure, as it makes several stops in and around the central business district.
Starts at midnight and ends at four in the afternoon every day. This audiobook has an English voiceover. Space Needle, Seattle Centre, Sky View Observatory, International District, Seattle Waterfront, and Historic Pioneer Square are just few of the many popular destinations along the route.
At the top of Columbia Centre, on the 73rd floor, is where you’ll find the Sky View Observatory. The observation deck is approximately a thousand feet above sea level, making it the region’s highest public observation deck. Seattle, Bellevue, the Cascade Mountains, Mount Baker, Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, the Space Needle, and more can all be seen in this sweeping vista.Their current business hours can be seen on the website.
Pick-up Information:
• Hop-On at one of their many stops around downtown Seattle or at 600 Broad Street at the base of the Space Needle.
• Frequency will be approximately every 30 minutes depending on the season and traffic.
SEA & SKY PACKAGE WITH ARGOSY CRUISES
You may visit two amazing locations for the price of just one of them. Because of their wonderful partnership with Argosy Cruises, they have created a scene that combines the ocean and the sky. With the purchase of their combo ticket, you can save up to thirty percent.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Seattle from both the sea and the air, so take advantage of it! You can receive a discount on admission to both the Argosy Cruise and the Sky View Observatory by purchasing the Combo Ticket for the Harbour Cruise and Sky Views. While you are cruising through Seattle’s harbour, make sure to stop by the Pacific Northwest’s highest publicly accessible observatory!
PIE IN THE SKY
Using their “Pie in the Sky” programme, you can give your children an experience they will never forget on their field trip. The starting price for a Pie in the Sky bundle is $28 per student.
Raise the level of excitement at your pizza party to a height of 902 feet! The ‘Pie in the Sky’ package offered by Sky View Observatory is an excellent choice for youth organisations that are interested in having a one-of-a-kind attraction and dining experience at the very top of the tallest building in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. This deal includes a menu of craft pizzas as well as reserved seats for groups of ten or more people.
Every single Group Sale is Final. There must be a ratio of at least 10:1 youth to chaperones.
PURCHASE GROUP TICKETS AND SAVE
Tickets for groups of 10 or more are available online at a discounted rate. Take your family, friends, or coworkers to Sky View Observatory and have a good time!
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Why visit Sky View Observatory?
Have you ever wanted to soar to new heights and witness a breathtaking view of the city from above? If your answer is yes, then Sky View Observatory is the perfect destination for you! Located on the 73rd floor of the Columbia Center, this observation deck offers a panoramic vista of the Seattle skyline with unobstructed 360-degree views. Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast or simply seeking an Instagram-worthy backdrop, this attraction will not disappoint. From the Space Needle to Mount Rainier, the views are awe-inspiring and will leave a lasting impression. So why settle for a ground-level view when you can witness the beauty of the Emerald City from above at Sky View Observatory?
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