Chihuly Garden and Glass, located next to the Space Needle at the Seattle Center, is a museum that showcases the work of glass sculptor Dale Chihuly. The exhibition includes eight galleries, a centerpiece Glasshouse, and a garden with displays of glass art among the plants.
Best and worst time to go to Chihuly Garden And Glass
Weekdays are usually the least crowded time to visit. The most crowded time is when the Seattle Center is hosting a special event, which happens frequently throughout the year.
Must see/do at Chihuly Garden And Glass
The centerpiece of the exhibition is the Glasshouse, a glass and steel structure that is 40 feet tall and covers 4,500 square feet. The installation in the Glasshouse is a suspended multicolor glass sculpture that's 100 feet long.
Admission to Chihuly Garden And Glass
The museum is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Regular admission (ages 13 to 64) is $20 at the door or $18 if you purchase a ticket online. Youth and senior discounts are available, as are discounts for groups of 15 or more. Children age 3 and under are free.
Parking and public transportation at Chihuly Garden And Glass
The Seattle Center is surrounded by paid parking lots, with limited paid street parking also available. The area is also served by many King County Metro buses.
Food at Chihuly Garden And Glass
The Collections Café at the museum offers original, fresh food with a Northwest flair. More food choices are available just a few steps from the museum at the Seattle Center Armory's food court.
Insider tip for visitors to Chihuly Garden And Glass
Arrive at the museum shortly before evening starts to set in so you can see the outdoor garden in both daylight and twilight. The garden lights up at night, giving you a really different feel than you get in daylight.
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