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Highlights

Enjoy expansive, uninterrupted panoramas covering Seattle, Mt. Rainier, Puget Sound, and other iconic sights.

Get a unique perspective from the top of the 73rd floor of the Columbia Center.

Use interactive displays and a digital guide to learn about the cityscape and natural scenery.

Capture memorable photos including the nearby Space Needle.

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Sky View Observatory: enjoy the views

Highlights

Enjoy a smooth and ultra-fast elevator ride that whisks you 902 feet above the city in just 70 seconds.

Take in stunning, unobstructed 360-degree views of the city skyline, including landmarks like the Space Needle and Elliott Bay.

Marvel at the majestic Pacific Northwest landscape, with sweeping views of Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Cascade Mountains, and the Olympic Mountains.

Use interactive touch-screen technology to identify and learn about the city’s key attractions and landmarks.

Relax and enjoy a selection of local snacks, beer, and wine at the Sky View Café and Bar while taking in the magnificent scenery.

About Sky View Observatory

Sky View Observatory is on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center. At 902 feet, it is the tallest public viewing area in the Pacific Northwest. The 360-degree view takes in Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, Elliott Bay, Bellevue, the Space Needle and downtown Seattle. The elevator ride up takes about 80 seconds, and the Sky View Café and Bar is on the same floor.

Address: 700 4th Ave, Floor 73, Seattle, WA 98104
Columbia Center completed: 1985
Elevation: 902 feet

Why Visit Sky View Observatory?

The Tallest Public Viewing Area in the Pacific Northwest: At 902 feet, Sky View Observatory sits on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center, the tallest building in Seattle. From up here the whole city is below you.

360-Degree Views: The view runs all the way around the building. On a clear day it takes in Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, Elliott Bay, Bellevue, the Space Needle and T-Mobile Park.

Photo Opportunities: Pictures are encouraged. Personal tripods and selfie sticks are permitted, as long as you keep pathways and views clear for other guests.

A Good First Stop: The observatory is a useful place to get your bearings. From the top you can plan the rest of your trip, from the Great Wheel and Pike Place Market to Elliott Bay and the Cascades.

Café and Bar on the 73rd Floor: The Sky View Café and Bar serves snacks, coffee, local beer and wine, and its full-service bar offers seasonal cocktails. There is no time limit once you are on the viewing deck.

Timings

Opening days and hours are set by month and can change without notice.
The last elevator and last ticket sale are one hour before closing.
Doors to Columbia Center lock one hour before closing, so arrive early.

Address

Sky View Observatory is on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center, 700 4th Avenue in downtown Seattle. Enter from 4th Avenue, just south of Columbia Street. Pioneer Square Station is about a block west.

Directions

Address
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700 4th Ave, Floor 73
Seattle, WA 98104

Entrance: 4th Avenue, just south of Columbia Street

Things to Know Before Visiting Sky View Observatory

There is no time limit once you reach the viewing deck. Many visitors spend 45 to 90 minutes.

The last elevator goes up one hour before closing, and the doors to Columbia Center lock at the same time. Arrive early.

Outside food and drinks are not permitted, except baby food and religious or medical dietary needs. The observatory is cashless and takes major cards.

The observatory is wheelchair and stroller accessible. All guests go up by elevator, and you may be asked to fold a stroller if space is tight.

Enter Columbia Center from 4th Avenue, just south of Columbia Street. The ticket desk and kiosks are in the first-floor atrium.

Each ticket is valid for one admission, with no in-and-out privileges. Late arrivals are admitted as capacity allows.

Personal tripods and selfie sticks are permitted. Please do not block pathways or views.

Anyone 18 or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 4 and under still need a ticket.

Views depend on the weather. If visibility is poor, staff tell guests before they go up so they can reschedule.

Small bags, backpacks and purses are allowed and may be checked. Luggage is not allowed, and there are no lockers.

Sky View Observatory - Additional Info

Facilities
Souvenir Shop
Special Events

The observatory is on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center, and guests go up by elevator.

The Sky View Café and Bar and the retail shop are on the same floor. The café serves snacks, coffee, local beer, wine and seasonal cocktails.

Restrooms and diaper-changing stations are on the observatory level, and the observatory is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Accessibility Facilities at Sky View Observatory

Guests reach the observatory by elevator, and it is wheelchair and stroller accessible. The stairs are for emergencies only. You may be asked to fold a stroller if the elevator is full.

Service animals are welcome. All other animals, including pets, are not permitted, and this applies at all times.

Restrooms and diaper-changing stations are on the observatory level.

Interesting Facts about Sky View Observatory

Sky View Observatory is on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center, the tallest building in Seattle and in Washington state.

At 902 feet, it is the tallest public viewing area in the Pacific Northwest.

Columbia Center has 76 stories and was completed in 1985. Martin Selig developed it.

Before it was called Columbia Center, the building was known as Columbia Seafirst Center and Bank of America Tower.

The elevator climbs 73 floors in about 80 seconds.

The base of the tower is clad in Carnelian granite.

The view takes in Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, Elliott Bay, Bellevue, T-Mobile Park and the Space Needle.

The Sky View Café and Bar serves local beer and wine, and its full-service bar offers seasonal cocktails.

The building has 48 elevators.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sky View Observatory

What is the Sky View Observatory?

Sky View Observatory is the tallest public observatory in the Pacific Northwest. It is on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center in downtown Seattle and has 360-degree views.

How high up is the observatory?

The observatory is at 902 feet, on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center. The elevator ride takes about 80 seconds.

Does the observatory have a café or restaurant?

The Sky View Café and Bar is on the 73rd floor. It serves snacks, coffee, local beer, wine and seasonal cocktails, and it stops serving 30 minutes before the observatory closes.

Are children allowed at the observatory?

Yes, guests of all ages are welcome. Anyone 18 or younger must be accompanied by an adult, and children aged 4 and under still need a ticket.

What are the hours of operation?

Opening days and hours are set by month and can change without notice. The last elevator and ticket sale are one hour before closing.

What is the last entry time?

The last elevator and last ticket sale are one hour before closing. The doors to Columbia Center lock at the same time, so arrive early if you want to catch the last elevator.

Where is the observatory located?

Sky View Observatory is on the 73rd floor of Columbia Center, 700 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. The entrance is on 4th Avenue, just south of Columbia Street.

Can I get there using public transit?

Yes. Pioneer Square Station on the 1 and 2 Lines is about one block west of the building, and buses serve 3rd and 4th Avenues downtown.

Is there on-site parking available?

The observatory has no parking of its own. Parking is available in the Columbia Center garage, which is run separately and does not validate parking for Sky View guests. Other paid garages are nearby, and street parking is limited.

Can I take photos during my visit?

Yes, pictures are encouraged. Personal tripods and selfie sticks are permitted, as long as you do not block pathways or views.

Is the observatory wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The observatory is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and all guests go up by elevator. You may be asked to fold a stroller if the elevator is full.

What’s the best time to visit for photos?

Clear days give the best views, because visibility depends on Seattle’s weather. Many visitors aim for sunset, but hours change by month, so check the schedule for your date first.

Is outside food and drink permitted?

No. Food and drinks that were not bought at the Sky View Café are not permitted. Exceptions are made for baby food and for religious or medical dietary needs.

Is the Sky View Observatory the tallest in Seattle?

Yes. At 902 feet, it is the tallest public observatory in the Pacific Northwest, and it sits on the 73rd floor of Seattle’s tallest building.

Can I see Mount Rainier from the observatory?

Yes, on a clear day. The 360-degree view takes in Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, Elliott Bay and the Space Needle.

What is the Columbia Center building’s history?

Columbia Center was completed in 1985 and has 76 stories. It has also been known as Columbia Seafirst Center and Bank of America Tower, and it is now the tallest building in Seattle and Washington state.

Can I bring my pet?

No. Service animals are welcome, but all other animals, including pets, are not permitted.