Seattle: Space Needle & Chihuly Garden Glass Combo Tickets

Summary

Space Needle views, Chihuly colors, and a day of Seattle icons

You’ll step onto the Space Needle’s revolving glass floor, lean into Seattle’s skyline on tilted benches, then wander through Chihuly Garden and Glass where color fills every corner. Watch live glassblowing demos, snap free digital photos, and let yourself drift between city views and wild art—sometimes it all blurs together in a good way.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is my shoes squeaking a little on the glass floor—yeah, the actual floor—at the Space Needle. It was early afternoon, kind of cloudy but with those streaks of blue you get in Seattle sometimes. I kept glancing down through my feet at the city spinning below (the floor moves, by the way), and I swear my stomach did a little flip. Our guide—well, more like the staff who handed out these digital photo cards—laughed when I hesitated to step out. “You’ll get used to it,” she said. Not sure I ever did, but it was worth it for that view over Elliott Bay, all silver and choppy.

After we’d leaned against those tilted glass walls (my friend dared me to try every single Skyriser bench—I managed three before chickening out), we wandered over to Chihuly Garden and Glass next door. The air smelled faintly green from the garden, mixed with something sweet from one of the food carts outside. Inside, it was quiet except for low voices echoing off all that glass art—those wild colors twisting overhead in the Glasshouse. There was this one gallery where light hit a red sculpture just right and made everything glow weirdly warm; I didn’t expect to feel so small standing under blown glass.

I caught part of a live demo—one of the artists explaining how they shape molten glass with these long metal rods. He joked about burning his eyebrows off once (“not recommended”), which made everyone laugh. We got free digital photos here too (I still have mine somewhere). I liked that you could just wander between galleries or sit outside among those spiky blue sculptures without anyone rushing you along.

If you’re thinking about a day trip to Seattle’s Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass, just know it’s not only about seeing famous places—it’s weirdly grounding to look out at mountains one minute and then lose yourself in color the next. I still think about that red glow sometimes when it’s gray back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Space Needle and Chihuly Garden

• Explore Space Needle observation deck
• Walk on revolving glass floor
• Enjoy views from outdoor deck
• Relax on angled glass benches
• Visit Chihuly Garden and Glass galleries
• See ever-changing garden and Glasshouse
• Attend live glass demonstrations

Top questions

How do I use my combo ticket for both attractions?

You’ll redeem your voucher at Chihuly Garden and Glass first to get your timed entry ticket for both attractions—even if you want to visit the Space Needle before.

Are both Space Needle and Chihuly Garden wheelchair accessible?

Yes, both attractions are fully wheelchair accessible including all areas and surfaces.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to both attractions.

What is included with my admission?

Your ticket includes entry to both attractions plus free digital photos at each site; at Chihuly Garden you also get access to gallery talks and live glass demos.

Do I need to book a specific time slot?

You’ll be issued a timed ticket upon voucher redemption; entry time depends on availability at arrival.

Can service animals come inside?

Yes, service animals are allowed at both locations.

Is this suitable for kids or people with limited mobility?

Yes, it’s suitable for all fitness levels and ages; strollers are fine too.

What’s included

Your day includes admission to both Seattle’s Space Needle—with its revolving glass floor and outdoor deck—and Chihuly Garden and Glass next door; you’ll get complimentary digital photo downloads at each spot along with access to daily gallery talks plus live glassblowing demonstrations during your visit.