This was not quite what I expected and it was way too short. Particularly after climbing all those stairs to get to it! The monorail itself was nice and pretty fun to ride. Just too little of it.
Seattle Center Monorail, Seattle
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Seattle Center Monorail
400 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101
206 905 2620
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Ranked #40 of 113 activities in Seattle
Type: Scenic Railroads
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
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The Monorail travels directly between Westlake Center (5th and Pine Street) and Seattle Center (adjacent to Space Needle and Experience Music...
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The Monorail travels directly between Westlake Center (5th and Pine Street) and Seattle Center (adjacent to Space Needle and Experience Music Project). It is America's first full-scale commercial monorail system. The Monorail departs approximately every 10 minutes. Ticket fares are as follows (cash only, no ORCA Cards please): Adults: $2.25/one-way, Youth (ages 5-12): $1.00/one-way, Reduced Rate (Seniors 65+, Disabled, Persons with Medicare Card, Active Duty U.S. Military Personnel): $1.00/one-way. Roundtrip is twice the price of a one-way. Children 4 & under ride FREE!
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Boston, Massachusetts
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Brenham, Texas
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An efficient and inexpensiive way to get from downtown out to the Space Needle and museums. Fast and well maintained for a 50 year old machine.
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Marysville
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The monorail is basically an elevated bus. Runs from downtown to the Space Needle. Not a lot to see on the trip there and back. The monorail is handicapped accessible. Kids might like the seat right beside the driver.
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Melbourne, Australia
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This is a great way to get to the Space Needle and Chihuly Glass and Garden. A bit like stepping back in time. The old vinyl seats reminiscent of so many 60's cars. Cheap way to get there onlt goes from one stop to the other but still worth the fun of it.
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Woodburn, Oregon
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I'm a senior citizen and was pleasantly surprised when I had to pay only $2 round trip from the Space Needle down to Pikes Place and return. Great views from above the street. Well worth the money to not get all worn out walking down there and back!
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Carnforth
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This is a short trip on a monorail running from West lake Mall to the Space Needle. Its an inexpensive journey, and if you have never been on a monorail then give it a try. Sometimes it can be quite busy, but as it saves a walk back into the city center it is worth the wait. Good views along...
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Los Angeles, California
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So it only travels about 2(?) miles total but when you've walked to space needle from your hotel any little bit helps! Very nice smooth ride with great views from any seat. Drops you off right at the west gate mall from the space needle
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MeganChing, Director of Sales at Seattle Center Monorail, responded to this review
May 1, 2013
So glad you were able to kick your feet up and enjoy a ride on the Monorail! Hope you're able to come visit again soon!
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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You can take a ride by Monorail from Westlake Center to Space Needle. The trip cost around $2.50, if you are tired is the best option from or to downtown from or to Space Needle.
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MeganChing, Director of Sales at Seattle Center Monorail, responded to this review
May 1, 2013
Thanks for visiting! We appreciate the positive review. The Monorail costs $2.25 to travel between downtown and Seattle Center - thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
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oregon
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The monorail is a great way to get around town! From downtown Seattle to the Seattle Center (Space Needle!) this is the best $2.25 for 2 minutes you'll spend.
Of course you will want to rush to the end where the driver is, and sit by him, but you will also disappoint any little children that were trying for the...
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MeganChing, Director of Sales at Seattle Center Monorail, responded to this review
May 1, 2013
Awesome photos! Thank you very much for the positive review - much appreciated! Hope you're able to visit sometime soon!
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Newberg, Oregon
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I love the monorail and it was great fun introducing it to my daughter. We got up close to the front then stayed on for the return trip - getting a chance to move to the very front seat next to the driver which was super! Best place to see everything. Really great fun.
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MeganChing, Director of Sales at Seattle Center Monorail, responded to this review
May 1, 2013
Awesome! So glad you and your daughter had the opportunity to sit in the front seat next to the driver - it's a great place to be! Thank you for the positive review! We appreciate it!
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