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You must participate in the Seattle Space Needle experience.
Granted, you can go directly to www.spaceneedle.com and get all the current information such as tickets, restaurant reservations, observation deck hours,etc. However, our purpose is to hone in on the experience. We're not selling the Seattle Space Needle, we're sharing some insights that may help you with the entire experience.
The Space Needle is an awesome structure soaring 605 feet into the Seattle skies. On a cloudy day, it's likely, for those in the Needle to experience the clouds soaring by or simply be entrenched in clouds. It gives a feeling of "wonder"; you're unable to see the ground yet you're not flying in an airplane but held high in a stationary point.
Definitely, visiting the Seattle Space Needle on a sunny clear day is by far the best experience. It can get a bit busy in the Observation Deck, but if you go early, morning hours, you're likely to have more freedom without dodging groups of people. The morning hours are usually good for visibility too. To the south you'll have a magnificent view of Mt. Rainier; to the west, the Olympics; the east, the Cascade Mountains and to the north, The North Cascades.
The view is picturesque. Bring a camera with plenty of film or you can purchase the overpriced film at the gift shop. Binoculars are another added touch to bring with you to the Seattle Space Needle. You will not have to compete with anyone getting a birds-eye-view of some magical features off in the distance.
If you plan on eating, try out the Lunch menu. It's pretty good and relatively modest in cost. We particularly enjoy the lunch over the dinner. You'll have the opportunity to embellish yourself in some pretty good food, engage in stimulating conversation while spinning around at the top of the Space Needle. The restaurant spins giving you an opportunity to view 360º of the Seattle skyline. Every hour the restaurant travels a complete circle.
Parking at the Needle can sometimes be a bear. There are a few pay parking lots and several free areas for street parking. We've found some of the best street parking to the west of the Seattle Space Needle, towards Puget Sound off Queen Anne Ave. and the surrounding area. If you don't mind walking a few blocks, this area is great.
After paying visit to the Space Needle, it may pay tribute to get a good picture of the structure from a distance. One of the most spectacular places for pictures of the Needle is on Queen Anne Hill. Head north on Queen Anne Ave., go up the terraced hill and turn left on W Highland Dr. About 2-blocks to the west you'll see a small park on the left with a fabulous view of the Space Needle.
The Space Needle also brings out the romance in you. If you are one looking for a romantic time out on the town, the Needle is for you! Take an early evening stroll on the grounds surrounding the Needle, then head up to the observation deck and capture the sunset. It's a marvelous romantic setting. Go-all-out and dine in the revolving restaurant. If you time it right, you can participate in the natural romance of the sunset and the twinkling of the Seattle lights as they glow in the Seattle twilight.
We know you'll enjoy the Seattle Space Needle. Now it's up to you to get there.
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Craig Dahl - Senior Editor
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