Museums

Chihuly Garden and Glass Entry Tickets

Explore Dale Chihuly’s work across the indoor Galleries, Glasshouse, and outdoor Garden, with a complimentary smartphone audio tour to guide you through the collection.

Step into the Glasshouse to see Chihuly’s large-scale glass sculptures set within a soaring architectural space, then continue outdoors to the Garden for a different setting.

Watch live glassblowing demonstrations at the Community Hot Shop and see how heat, color, and shaping techniques are used to create glass art.

Visit the Theater for films about Chihuly and stop at The Bar at Chihuly, which displays pieces from his personal collection alongside the venue.

Upgrade to a combo ticket with Space Needle admission to pair your Chihuly Garden and Glass visit with access to the Space Needle’s observation decks.

Entry to Chihuly Garden and Glass

Access to the following:

Garden

Glasshouse

Galleries

Theater

The Bar at Chihuly

Community Hot Shop glassblowing demonstrations

Complimentary audio tour on smartphone

Admission to Space Needle (as per option selected)

Food and drinks at The Bar at Chihuly (available for purchase)

Access to Gallery 9 (Glasshouse) during private events

Access to all areas during private events (some areas may be closed)

Parking

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Explore Chihuly Garden and Glass at your own pace, from the outdoor Garden and iconic Glasshouse to immersive Galleries, live glassblowing, and the Theater, with an optional Space Needle visit.

Getting started

Head to the Chihuly Garden and Glass entrance and present your ticket to begin your visit. Once inside, explore the Galleries, Glasshouse, outdoor Garden, and Theater at your own pace, moving freely between the spaces. If you’ve selected the combo option with Space Needle admission, use your included ticket to visit the Space Needle as part of your experience.

What to expect

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Set beside the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass brings Dale Chihuly’s glasswork together across indoor galleries and outdoor spaces. Wander through the Garden, step beneath the dramatic Glasshouse installation, explore decades of work in the Galleries, and add films, live demonstrations, and a visit to The Bar at Chihuly to your experience.

Features

Explore the Garden: Wander through an urban landscape where vibrant plants, flowers, and trees are interwoven with Chihuly’s elaborate glass sculptures. Follow the paths between outdoor installations and see how the artwork takes on different qualities as daylight and the seasons change.

Enter the Glasshouse: Step beneath a striking 100-foot-long Chihuly sculpture suspended inside the light-filled Glasshouse. Walk around the installation to appreciate its scale, intricate forms, and changing views against the sky beyond.

Discover the Galleries: Explore more than 40 years of Chihuly’s work across a series of dedicated galleries. Each space highlights different collections and techniques, letting you follow the evolution of his forms, colors, and large-scale installations over the decades.

Watch films in the Theater: See short films that offer a closer look at Chihuly’s creative process, from working in the hot shop to developing large-scale installations. The footage adds context to the artworks you encounter throughout the exhibition.

See glassblowing in action: Watch live glassblowing demonstrations at the Community Hot Shop, beginning at 11am. See artists shape molten glass in real time and connect their techniques to the finished works displayed around the exhibition.

Follow the audio tour: Use the complimentary smartphone audio tour to explore the exhibition with additional stories and insights about Dale Chihuly. Audio commentary is tied to specific rooms and installations, making it easy to learn more as you move through the experience.

Visit The Bar at Chihuly: Step into a space displaying more than 25 pieces from Chihuly’s personal collections. Food and drinks are available for purchase, offering a chance to see another side of his interests and collecting habits.

Add the Space Needle: If you choose the combo ticket, your booking also includes admission to the Space Needle. Visit the two attractions according to the timing and access details of your selected ticket option.

With the Space Needle combo, you can continue to the Space Needle using your included admission after exploring Chihuly Garden and Glass. Whichever ticket you choose, you can revisit the Garden, Glasshouse, Galleries, Theater, or The Bar at Chihuly before leaving, provided you remain within operating hours.

What to bring

Ticket: Bring your Chihuly Garden and Glass or combo ticket, as tickets are not valid during special or private events.

Smartphone: Bring a smartphone and earphones if you want to use the complimentary audio tour.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: Chihuly Garden and Glass is wheelchair accessible throughout the experience.

Additional information

Child entry: Children 4 years old and younger can enter Chihuly Garden and Glass for free.

Operating days: Chihuly Garden and Glass is open 363 days a year.

Hours: Opening times may change by season, so check the official website for current hours.

Schedule updates: Operating hours are posted on the official website about one month in advance.

Closures: The venue may close fully or partially for special events, holidays, or facility upgrades.

Private events: Gallery 9 (Glasshouse) or other areas may be reserved for events, so some spaces might be closed.

Glassblowing times: Community Hot Shop glassblowing demonstrations usually begin at 11am.

Combo option: If you select the combo option, your ticket also includes admission to the Space Needle.

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