My 6 Favorite Attractions To Visit With The Seattle City Pass

Written By: Gail Clifford MD | Published By: Travel Awaits | December 10, 2021

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The “Emerald City,” so nicknamed for the lush evergreen trees in the area, Seattle, Washington, prides herself on innovating for the future. Incorporated in 1869, Seattle is the birthplace of Starbucks, Seattle’s Best Coffee, and grunge music, home to the 1962 World’s Fair (Century 21 Exposition), Space Needle, Seattle Aquarium, and so much more.

When in Seattle for business or pleasure, you’re well advised to purchase the Seattle City Pass for the most economical and quickest way to enter the top tourist attractions. Or, as they say, “Spend Less… Experience More.” The City Pass allows you to save 46 percent on the price at the five top venues while offering express entry at these busy locations. And, potentially, hours in line. I like the time savings almost as much as the cost reduction.

If you know before you leave home that you’ll go to these attractions, you can order your tickets online or you can purchase them directly at any of the attractions.

The Seattle City Pass includes admission to the Space Needle and the Aquarium with the choice of three of the four other attractions: Argosy Cruise, Chihuly Glass, MoPop, and the Woodland Park Zoo. Great news for you, too. You don’t have to choose which three you’ll attend until you go. If your party includes small children, 4 and under, check the site to see if they require tickets.

Pro Tip: Do not purchase your Seattle City Pass at the Space Needle. It’s the busiest of all the attractions and you’ll waste a lot of time in line.

1. Seattle Space Needle

“If you see one thing in Seattle, see everything.”

When the Space Needle opened for the Seattle World’s Fair in 1962, the architect’s vision wasn’t quite realized due to the technology available at the time. There weren’t glass panels large enough to withstand the elements at their height. And no way to get them there. With the recent $100 million renovation, the architect’s vision for this beacon of the future will finally be achieved. 

Now updated, with three floors of observation decks, your ticket price includes a virtual reality encounter in the lobby: a bungee jump from the top. It’s a stomach-dropping experience.

The top deck reaches 518 feet (158 meters), but the antenna soars to 604 feet (184 meters).

The revolving platform allows you to stay firmly planted in one spot for an entire revolution. Or you can move about to watch the cityscape beneath you.

Pro Tip: Maximize the use of your ticket. Return at night to see the city lights.