One of the popular landmarks of Seattle is the Smith Tower Observation Deck located at Pioneer Square. The structure is popular for its Smith Tower that offers long distance views of the city.

Based on the neoclassical architecture, this observation tower is made of granite and terra cotta. The observation deck is located on the 35th floor of the tower which is accessible using a manually operated elevator, one of the last along the West Coast.

One can enjoy the enthralling views of the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges form the observation area. The 360 degree view of the city is worth a watch from this wonderful observation tower which was built way back in 1914. The Chinese Room at the 35th floor and the glass dome lightened by blue light are the few exciting features of this structure.

Another popular observation tower in Seattle is Space Needle Tower. Measuring almost 184 m in height, it was built in 1962 at the Seattle Center. The observation deck is located at the height of 160 m and is popular for offering the view of Downtown skyline, Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker and the mountains of Olympic and Cascade ranges. A rotating restaurant and a gift shop are other highlights of this tower.

Space Needle observation deck opens 9 am to 11 pm from Sunday to Thursday and up to 12 midnight on Friday and Saturday. The Smith Tower is open for different timings during different months of the year.

Another observation deck is located at the 73rd floor of the Columbia Center tower in Seattle. The tower if 285 m tall and has total of 76 floors. The tower also has restaurants and bars at the floors located above the observation deck. Great Downtown Seattle views can be explored from this observation tower.

Seattle observation towers form a Space Needle at the Seattle center which is 605 feet high where singles, seniors, family, couples, kids, and teenagers can suitably view the city.

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What to find in the observation towers

The observation towers is made of a magnificent restaurant plus an observation desk that gives you an all round view of the city. It is also polished with a catering level, information system, (SkyQ), plasma screens that has all contents of Seattle, elevator to carry you p and lower the towers from nine in the morning to ten in the night on Sundays to Thursdays and nine in the morning to midnight on the remaining days.

Tickets costs

Tickets sell at affordable prices of $16, $14 for people above 65 years, $ 8 for people between four and thirteen and free for children less than four years. No fee is charged on elevator for restaurant patrons.

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Where To Find Accommodation

After enjoying the best view of Seattle's sparkling waters of Puget sound skyscrapers, and mount Rainier, you need to relax in a modern Seattle WA hotel like Arctic club hotel or any other of the ten accredited hotels.

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The Smith Tower Observation Deck is one of the tallest buildings and the oldest skyscraper in Seattle area. It was built way back in 1914 and was recently restored in 1999. This is one of most interesting places in the city because you can see Seattle in a 360 degree view when you are on top of the Smith Tower on its observation deck. Surprisingly, the Smith Tower also has one of the rare Otis manual elevators in the West Coast area.

More information on Smith Tower on Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_Tower

Where is Smith Tower Smith Tower Observation Deck located?

The Smith Tower can be found in Pioneer Square in Seattle, Washington.

Specific address: 506 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104

Google Map of Smith Tower in Discover America

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When is the Observation Deck open?

The Smith Tower Observation Deck is open most days of the year, even on holidays. It can also be reserved for private functions.

Visit schedules

- April-Opens daily from 10 am to 5 pm
- May to September-Opens daily from 10 am to Sunset
- October-Opens daily from 10 am to 5 pm
- November to March-Saturdays and Sundays only from 10 am to 4 pm

What are admission prices?

Admission rates are very affordable for Smith Tower. Rates start at $5 for children ages 6 to 12. Student rate is at $6, just remember to bring your ID along. Senior citizens ages 60 and above pays $6 and adults pay normal rates at $7.50. Children ages 5 and below are free.

Where to buy admission tickets?

Admission tickets can be bought on site at the 35th floor. Payments accepted are cash, Visa, Mastercard and checks. You can also chance on tickets online from travel or booking agencies.

If you want to visit this area, you can find several Seattle WA hotels that you can book.