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Columbia Center Sky View

701 Fifth Ave, Columbia Street, Seattle, WA 98104 (Formerly Bank of America Tower)
206 386 5151
This is Qwest field (where the Seahawks play), and Safeco field, (where the Mariners play).
The stadiums...great view
You can clearly see the Space Needle and how much lower it is.
Looking northwest from the BOA building.
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Ranked #22 of 210 attractions in Seattle
4.5 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
Type: Observation Decks/ Towers, Architectural Buildings
Traveler Description: Bank of America Tower provides the best view of Seattle. You can see the waters, stadium, Space Needle and all the towers of Seattle from the 73rd... more »
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Seattle,WA
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Evenings are wonderful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

I note that most of the reviews and photos refer to daytime views. While they are quite spectacular (depending on our weather fluctuations), the nighttime views are much better. Fridays and Saturdays, Sky View is open until 10 p.m. I will post a sunset picture so you get a better idea. Seattle is a very pretty city all the time... More

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Reading, United Kingdom
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Great views over a beautiful city”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

There are some amazing vistas in Seattle each one different and each one worth visiting on a clear day. Having been up The Space Needle and visited Kerry Park, I decided to head on up to the 73rd floor of the Bank of America Building. The cost is $9, which I think is reasonable for a city skyline view considering... More

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“Why you should visit an office building”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

One does not normally think of visiting an office building (with the exception of perhaps the Sears Tower or Empire State Building), but the BOAT (Bank of American Office Tower) as I call it can be a good rest stop for a busy tourist. On the first floor, you have a food court with at least 20 different food venues... More

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Camp Verde, Arizona
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“this is a must”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012
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wonderful panorama of Seattle....you see it all. Sea planes taking off and landing, ferries coming and going to the islands, snow covered mountains in the distance. The food at the restaurant was excellent as was our waitress. We were there on a busy Friday evening but the service was very good. They are very efficient and the line to go... More

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“New hours”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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The tower is open Mon-Thurs 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Fri and Sat 10:00 am - 10:00 pm. More

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Los Angeles
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102 reviews 102 reviews
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48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
“Most amazing view of Seattle and surroundings”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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The observation deck is on the 72nd floor (near the top) of the towering BofA Tower in downtown Seattle, offering a view on 3 sides of Seattle and surroundings, not to be missed. You do have to pay (it was $9 per adult, not cheap), but the view is amazing and well worth the splurge. More

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Pacific, Washington, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“"I became a window sticker..."”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012
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You can see everything. Puget Sound, Lake Union, Lake Washington, city and mountain views for miles. Great place at sunset. I couldn't stop staring. It felt like I was part of a satellite photo, camera or other mobile device is a must. Enjoy! More

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Seattle, Washington
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Best view in the City!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012
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Sure, you can see 360 degree views at the Space Needle but it's way overpriced! For about 5-8 bucks you can get to the observation deck of this tower and see almost EVERYTHING! DO IT!! More

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Edmonds, Washington
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“View is breathtaking”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012
2
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If you want a view of Seattle, Mount Rainier, Puget Sound and Lakes then you must vist the observation deck on a clear day. More

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Seattle
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“best view”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012
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Forget the Space Needle, this is the best place to get a view of the city. Go to the observation deck and take in the whole city. It's quiet and not super well know, but totally worth the $5 admission. More

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