SeeQueen Anne-South Lake Union A symbol of Seattle, built for the 1962 World's Fair and still a wildly popular attraction. The view is spectacular on a clear day when the sun sets, when Downtown Seattle contrasts beautifully with the ocean to the west and the snow-capped mountains in every other direction. There are floor-to-ceiling windows on both levels, a rotating glass floor ("The Loupe") on the lower level that completes one revolution every 45 minutes, and open-air glass walls where you can lean backwards and take a selfie. The revolving Sky City restaurant has been closed due to renovations, but the wine bar is still open.
Fri Sat 8:30AM-11:30PM, Sun 8:30AM-10:30PM, Mon-Thu 9AM-10:30PM · standard admission is $55 (discounts of up to $20 per ticket if reservation made at lease 1 day in advance)
SeeQueen Anne-South Lake Union An independent non-profit museum which hosts popular traveling exhibits and features permanent exhibits and programs geared towards children.
Mon-Fri 10AM-5PM, Sat Sun 10AM-6PM · General exhibits: $7.50, $6.50 seniors, children under 1 free; no adults admitted without a child
SeeQueen Anne-South Lake Union MoPOP
An excellent pop culture museum housed inside a visually striking building designed by Frank Gehry to "evoke the rock 'n' roll experience", with exhibits on all manner of popular culture: film, television, music, video games, fashion, etc. There's a particular focus on science fiction and Seattle musicians, with a sci-fi hall of fame and exhibits dedicated to Jimi Hendrix and Nirvana. Top-notch special exhibits have included the likes of David Bowie, Star Trek, the Marvel comic and movie universe, and Minecraft. There are many interactive exhibits, but don't expect to get a turn without a long wait. Outside, the large playground is a big hit with kids.
Summer (Memorial Day-Labor Day) 10AM-7PM daily; rest of year 10AM-5PM daily · $28 adults, $25 seniors/students, $22 military, $19 youth, children 4 and under free. $2 discount if purchased online. Additional $8 for special exhibit. Outdoor playground free
SeeQueen Anne-South Lake Union An interactive science museum featuring permanent and temporary exhibits, a butterfly atrium, IMAX theater, planetarium, and laser shows.
Wed-Sun 10AM–5PM · Adults from̩ $22.95-̩$28.20 depending on day. Planetarium and daytime laser shows included, but requires timed tickets