Sky View Observatory, Observation deck in Downtown Seattle, United States
Sky View Observatory occupies the entire 73rd floor of Columbia Center and offers 360-degree views of Seattle, Mount Rainier, and Puget Sound. The space is fully windowed, creating unobstructed sightlines across the landscape in every direction.
The building opened in 1985 and became the region's tallest structure. It transformed Seattle's skyline and continues to define the city's profile from a distance.
From the observatory, visitors can examine the evolution of Seattle's architecture, from the historic Pioneer Square district to modern glass towers.
Visit in late afternoon or early evening when the sunset colors the landscape vividly. Interactive displays and telescopes help you identify distant landmarks and mountain peaks.
On clear days, views extend beyond the immediate surroundings to reach the Cascade Range and Olympic Mountains. This expansive perspective reveals multiple mountain chains that frame the city from a distance rarely seen elsewhere.
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