Time needed to visit the Seattle Space Needle
I'm planning to take a day trip to the Puget Sound area. One of the places I'm interested in visiting is the Space Needle. How much time does going into the Space Needle typically take, and how much would you recommend in general?
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If you only go for the view then maybe an hour or an hour and a half. There is also a really nice restaurant up there ($$$) so if you plan going there plan on making reservations and maybe 3 or so hours.
I am from Seattle and I do not really recommend going up it, so maybe the less time the better, maybe an hour. (More time to visit the EMP or Pike Place Market)
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What is the best time to visit the Space Needle in Seattle?
Weekday evenings are also noticeably devoid of crowds. The Space Needle stays open until 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with visitor numbers decreasing around 5 p.m. Come any time between early evening and closing time when your elevator ride will be less full and the observation deck uncrowded.How long is wait for Seattle Space Needle?
You have to wait to go through security and then in staging for the elevator. While you wait there is plenty of stuff to read and interesting photos about the construction of the Space Needle. We did not wait very long at all - maybe 20 minutes! over a year ago.Is it better to go to Space Needle at night or day?
Plan a night visit instead It's best to check the weather forecast before making your way to the tower. On cloudy days, it's best to visit the Space Needle at night when the city lights of Seattle stretch far into the distance.Seattle Space Needle – Helpful Information for Visitors | Seattle Travel Guide Episode #3
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Well the revolution takes 45 minutes, so if you're going to eat in the restaurant (which then gets you a free ride up), you could take 45 minutes to sit and see everything.
Obviously if you're walking around, even less!
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