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Seattle Smith Tower Observatory Admission

TourTruth score 4.3 out of 10

Below average

226 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Seattle
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Smith Tower’s historic exhibits, then take in 360-degree Seattle views from its open-air 35th-floor observatory.

About this tour

See Seattle from a fresh perspective at the Smith Tower Observatory, where more than a century of history meets sweeping city views. Explore updated exhibits featuring Smith typewriters, a tribute to the Tower’s namesake, and follow favorite characters through immersive audio-visual displays and interactive elements.

Then head to the 35th-floor observatory for 360-degree views from the open-air deck. Take in the city skyline, pause for a photo, and make a wish in the legendary Wishing Chair. Prohibition-inspired craft cocktails and shareable plates are available for purchase, offering a relaxed way to round out your visit.

With historical exhibits, interactive storytelling, and a memorable vantage point above the city, Seattle Smith Tower Observatory admission offers a distinctive outing for visitors of all ages. Book your visit and experience this landmark from the inside out.

Highlights

  • Explore historical exhibits and Smith typewriters
  • Follow characters through immersive audio and interactive displays
  • Admire sweeping 360-degree views of Seattle from the open-air deck
  • Make a wish in the legendary Wishing Chair

What's included

Included

  • Local taxes

Not included

  • Food and drinks, available for purchase
  • Retail purchases

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Important information

  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas and surfaces
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats available
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  • Public transportation options nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.32 on Viator and 4.23 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Seattle
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 4.3.

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