Take a step back into Seattle’s history
From rum-running to typewriters, you’ll find it at Smith Tower. Tickets available online or at the door.

TICKETS
Tickets are available in the Observatory check-in (two doors down from the main lobby) Wednesday through Sunday, or save time and buy online anytime.
- Admission ends and last elevator ride up is one hour before the Observatory Restaurant & Bar closes.
- Admission tickets are required to access the Observatory Bar.
- Reservations are not available. All seating and access are based on availability and first come, first serve.
- During peak times, wait times range from 15 minutes to 1.5 hours. Please ensure your entire group has arrived before you ankle up to the Observatory, as incomplete parties will not be admitted to the 35th floor.
- For parties of 15 or more, please see Group Reservations. We are unable to accommodate walk-in groups larger than 14.
Hours
Tickets are available for purchase at Smith Tower for $19.
Observatory & Bar
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Closures & Special Events
Check back here for information on future closures and special events.
Know Before You Go

Location & Parking

- 506 Second Avenue
- Seattle, Washington 98104
Parking
Pioneer Square offers an abundance of street parking and garage options. For your convenience, we recommend Butler Garage. Enter promo code smithtower on the checkout page for a discounted rate.

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Group Reservations
Bringing a group of 15-40 guests? Check out our group reservation options for day and evening visits.

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