Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibition at Seattle Center, sited directly beside the Space Needle, dedicated to the studio glass artwork of Tacoma-born artist Dale Chihuly. It opened in May 2012 on the former site of the Fun Forest amusement park and is organized around three parts: the outdoor Garden, the roughly 100-foot Glasshouse sculpture, and indoor galleries of drawings and glass series. As of mid-2026 it remains one of Seattle's most-visited indoor attractions (a March 2026 vandalism incident damaged some artwork, so gallery contents can shift somewhat by season), and since most of the visit happens indoors, it's a solid rain-day anchor for a Seattle itinerary.
The Glasshouse β a roughly 100-foot suspended sculpture in reds, oranges, and yellows filling the glass-ceilinged pavilion, the site's signature space
The outdoor Garden β glass installations set among plantings that are rearranged seasonally
Interior galleries β Chihuly's drawings, early works, and large-scale installations displayed in roughly chronological order
Live glassblowing demonstrations and a 50-seat theater showing behind-the-scenes footage of Chihuly's process
Evening visits β open as late as 9:30 pm most days, when the lit Glasshouse and Garden offer a very different mood than daytime
Good to know
SafetyGlass pieces sit very close to the walkways, so keep a close eye on children to prevent touching or bumping displays.
SeasonSeattle gets sudden showers even in summer, so bring a light rain jacket or umbrella for the outdoor Garden section.
RulesMost tickets are timed-entry, so plan to arrive within your booked window; flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks may be restricted in certain galleries.
MannersWalkways in the galleries and Glasshouse are narrow and often crowded β be careful not to block other visitors while taking photos.
MannersIf you eat or drink at the on-site Bar at Chihuly, standard US tipping norms (roughly 18-20%) apply.
CautionBuy tickets only through the official website, the Space Needle combo ticket, or an authorized reseller such as CityPASS; be wary of unusually cheap third-party sites or street touts near Seattle Center.
Practical info
Located at 305 Harrison St. inside Seattle Center right next to the Space Needle, it's most easily reached via the Seattle Center Monorail from downtown's Westlake Station (about 2 minutes, roughly $2.50 one-way); from Sea-Tac Airport, allow about 30-40 minutes combining Link light rail with a short walk, monorail, or rideshare. Drivers should use the 5th Avenue N. Garage; because admission pricing, hours, and the Space Needle combo rate change seasonally, check the official website for the latest information before visiting.
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