How many flights are in the Space Needle?

How high is the climb? 832 steps, 98 flights of stairs, 520 feet in the air.

How many flights is the Space Needle?

SEATTLE - The Space Needle will open its 98 open-air flights of stairs on Sept. 28 for the annual Base 2 Space event, where limited participants climb to the top to support Fred Hutch's cancer research and bring the community together.

Do you get a free shirt if you walk down the Space Needle?

You can get a free shirt from the Space Needle if you walk all the way down the 832 stairs after your visit.

Who currently owns the Space Needle?

A local family, the Wrights, can be thanked for the Space Needle's diligent conservation. They have privately owned the tower since Howard S. Wright, whose construction company originally built it, bought out his partners in 1977.

What are 5 interesting facts about the Space Needle?

What's inside the Space Needle?

How many people have jumped from the Space Needle?

Six parachutists have leaped from the tower since its opening, in a sport known as BASE jumping.

Why is the Space Needle so famous?

In its Report on Designation, the Landmarks Preservation Board wrote, “The Space Needle marks a point in history of the City of Seattle and represents American aspirations towards technological prowess. [It] embodies in its form and construction the era's belief in commerce, technology and progress.”

How much does a ticket to the Space Needle cost?

Tickets. You can avoid the steep admission charge ($37.50 to $49, depending on day and age) by purchasing a CityPASS that includes admission to additional attractions, or by combining your Space Needle ticket with the entrance fee to the Chihuly Garden and Glass located next door.

Is the Space Needle earthquake proof?

The Space Needle was built to withstand the largest earthquakes on record in 1962. Seismic tests today underscore its stability. Enhancements simply brought the building up to modern design standards.

Why did they remove the restaurant from the Space Needle?

The restaurant was closed in September 2017 for the $100 million "The Century Project" renovation at the Space Needle, with plans for the dining area to be outfitted with a clear glass floor. The glass floor would enable diners to view the city below them and also the mechanics that operate the revolving floor.

Can you climb the stairs at the Space Needle?

Scale the Space Needle's two open-air staircases, taking in incredible views of downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, and the Puget Sound region's surrounding beauty as you ascend 832 steps to the top of Seattle's most iconic landmark!

How do I get my free picture from the Space Needle?

The Space Needle official app is your companion as you explore everything there is to do at Seattle's newly-renovated icon. Add your ticket to the app and receive your complimentary digital photos delivered directly to your mobile device.

How long are you allowed to stay on the Space Needle?

You will be asked to select a 15-minute arrival window for each location. To improve guest flow and experience, Space Needle & Chihuly Garden and Glass 15-minute arrival intervals will now contain 5-minute timeslots within them. This is only the arrival window for entry, once inside you can stay until closing.

How many flights of stairs is the Eiffel Tower?

While the Tower has a total of 1,665 steps from the ground to the top, you can only climb 674 of them, from the ground to the second floor (327, then 347 steps). You cannot take the stairs all the way to the top from the second floor, as this section is not open to the public for safety reasons.

Is the Space Needle in Final Destination?

In this summer's Final Destination: Bloodlines, the movie opens with a dramatic sequence set in a 1960s Space Needle lookalike.

Does the Space Needle have a glass floor?

The Space Needle worked with lead engineers and experts to design and install more than 176 tons of glass material. The glass used for the Space Needle's new revolving glass floor, glass barriers, and glass benches was designed like reinforced concrete.

Who owns the Space Needle?

In 1982, Howard S. Wright II bought out his 4 partners and became the sole owner of the Space Needle. He passed on ownership to his 5 children—4 sons and 1 daughter. In addition to the Space Needle, the Wright family owns and operates the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition.

Does the Space Needle have a restaurant?

SkyCity Restaurant at the Space Needle.

Can you see Mount Rainier from the Space Needle?

The tower's 520' saucer-shaped “top house” offers visitors Seattle's only 360-degree indoor and outdoor panoramic views of downtown, Mount Rainier, Puget Sound, and the Cascades and Olympic mountain ranges.

Has the Space Needle ever caught fire?

SEATTLE — Friday morning there was a fire at one of the most iconic sites in the Pacific Northwest, the Space Needle. Firefighters had to climb the stairs to the very top of the building to get to the fire. Thankfully crews were able to stop the blaze from causing any serious damage.

Can you bungee jump off the Space Needle?

Before you step into the VR Bungee experience, the Space Needle staff snaps your photo and as you enjoy the bungee jump, your face is processed into a CGI animation of an avatar doing the jump! A video is then sent to the visitors phone that they can share with their friends and family on social media.

How fast is the elevator on the Space Needle?

If one were to ride one of the elevators down during a snowstorm, it would appear as if the snow were falling up. The reason for this is the elevator's optimal travel speed: 10 mph, which is faster than the rate at which a snowflake falls, 3 mph.

What is not allowed in Space Needle?

All guests are subject to a security screening upon entry. For the safety of all guests, weapons will not be permitted in the Space Needle. The only exception to this is law enforcement personnel in the performance of their official duties.

Can you have a drink at the Space Needle?

Food & Beverage

Atop our iconic rotating glass floor, this walk-up bar serves views, specialty cocktails, and local beer & wine. Watch the world go by from a view in motion that raises the bar.

Can you jump off the Space Needle?

You bungee-jumped off the Space Needle? Surprisingly to us, it turns out that indeed you can VR bungee-jump off the Space Needle with the purchase of a ticket!