The Space Needle's famous revolving restaurant lies just below the observation deck. Completely updated in 2000 and now called SkyCity, this fine dining establishment allows you to enjoy ever-changing city, mountain, and Puget Sound views as you savor regional cuisine. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 206-905-2100 or 800-937-9582, or online. The elevator ride and observation deck visit are complimentary for SkyCity diners.
Location: Seattle Center, 400 Broad St.,
Seattle, WA 98109
Admission to Observation Deck: $16 for adults, $8 for children
Hours for Observation Deck & SpaceBase:
9am - 12am
Want to learn more about the Space Needle?
Here are some quality resources:
Space Needle Architecture
About.com's Architecture guide provides this article addressing the Space Needle's design, its many transformations, and the Needle's more recent renovations.
Space Needle - A Snapshot History
Historylink.org, Washington State's premiere history resource, provides this fascinating set of concept sketches, art work, and photographs along with an article that discusses the Space Needle's design, construction, and history. The organization also offers a series of articles about the 1962 World's Fair.
