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Chihuly Bridge of Glass
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- South 9th St/Theater District • 8 min walk
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rmpaul
Ponce Inlet, FL502 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Very interesting bridge with Chihuly glass works. When we were there it had just started raining. We walked to the bridge in a drizzle. When we got under the glass art ceiling area the rain really started coming down. Fortunately it kept us dry. We didn’t have bright sun which I think would have helped all the glass works. Worth a stop if you are in Tacoma.
Written September 18, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
wireless_in_CA
United States4,455 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Waze was not the best app to find the bridge because of literally used the middle of the freeway as the point where we arrived!
After looping around we finally found parking on Dock Street right next to the Museum of Glass. Since we were here quite early there was lots of space and very cheap versus the lot parking under the museum.
From the street it was around a 10 minute walk before we got to the bridge. Along the way you see the docks and the outdoor glass artwork before climbing up the stairs outside the museum. A wheelchair ramp was to the right when facing the museum.
The Venetian wall of Chihuly glass works was very cool. So many different shapes and sizes all free to view up close. A bench ran the length of the wall on the opposite side but we did not sit down as it was occupied by a sleeping homeless person.
There were two crystal towers of bluish glass that towered overhead.
The ceiling above also contained more glassworks stacked closely together.
A great way to experience the glass artwork of Dale Chihuly without the bight prices at his Seattle museum. Of course not necessarily the same but a good alternative when pressed for time or money.
One day we will need to come back at night and see the light plays across all this glass.
After looping around we finally found parking on Dock Street right next to the Museum of Glass. Since we were here quite early there was lots of space and very cheap versus the lot parking under the museum.
From the street it was around a 10 minute walk before we got to the bridge. Along the way you see the docks and the outdoor glass artwork before climbing up the stairs outside the museum. A wheelchair ramp was to the right when facing the museum.
The Venetian wall of Chihuly glass works was very cool. So many different shapes and sizes all free to view up close. A bench ran the length of the wall on the opposite side but we did not sit down as it was occupied by a sleeping homeless person.
There were two crystal towers of bluish glass that towered overhead.
The ceiling above also contained more glassworks stacked closely together.
A great way to experience the glass artwork of Dale Chihuly without the bight prices at his Seattle museum. Of course not necessarily the same but a good alternative when pressed for time or money.
One day we will need to come back at night and see the light plays across all this glass.
Written September 14, 2021
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Cowboydavy115
Spokane, WA248 contributions
Jun 2021
I love walking on this Bridge. I'm really surprised that the glass works haven't been vandalized or destroyed. It's just amazing to gaze at these wonderful pieces of glass art. Truly a must see.
Written June 10, 2021
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midwestnewy0rker
Silver Spring, MD564 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
We visited the Chihuly Bridge of Glass on the way to the Museum of Glass. I have been a Chihuly fan for many years and it was a wonderful way to see different pieces
Written May 3, 2021
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Gill K
Richland, WA122 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
I suggest go to the bridge instead of the museum. It’s free, you will see a lot more glass work and you are not subjected to the homosexual exhibit.
Written May 2, 2021
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BeginsInWonder
Seattle, WA407 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
With the Museum of Glass closed, I was just walking around the area towards the marina when I encountered this amazing bridge containing an abundance of Chihuly works. There is a seascape tunnel with colorful glass shell shapes supported above your head. It is similar to one you see in the expensive Chihuly Glass exhibit in Seattle Center. However, this version on the bridge is completely free! There are also some large sculptures that look like huge hyacinths made of blue agate! They look great with the modern curves of the museum building and are so eye catching as the sun shines through the glass. Finally there is a wall of glass jars. It’s wonderful- it is like a wall of Greek vases in a great museum yet each vase by Chihuly is fascinating to look at with its curves, tendrils and hints from nature. There are benches so you can just sit and take it in. Wonderful if you are a Chihuly fan!
Written July 26, 2020
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Lia
Seattle, WA151 contributions
Jun 2020 • Friends
Beautiful bridge. Super cool spot to get pics. The glass sculptures are incredible. It’s a nice spot to take a relaxing stroll.
Written June 30, 2020
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TACOB0B
United States1,090 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Amazing bridge over the I5 to the glass museum. Must be spectacular at night when it is all lit up. Highly recommend
Written June 22, 2020
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laughinginlondon
London41 contributions
Oct 2019
If you are in Tacoma, definitely swing by and see the Chihuly Bridge of Glass - but take my recommendation and go when it is dark. The displays are so much more dramatic seeing them with the dark background and spotlights/lights, as opposed to daylight. It's a free walk, just next to the Courthouse and WA State History Museum, leading to the Tacoma Museum of Glass (I actually preferred the bridge displays to the ones inside the museum!). The ceiling exhibit is amazing and the wall of glass vases is unmatched (look for the many cherubs, then head into the glass museum to see video of how they are made). Don't go to Tacoma and miss this lovely walk!
Written February 28, 2020
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dduck62
Monroe, NC219 contributions
Sep 2019
We were in the area on a Sunday morning so the the museum was not open but the walk over from our hotel (Holiday Inn Express) was quick and easy. Our itinerary did not allow for a long time before heading out for Port Townsend, so this was a perfect way to start the day. There were less than a dozen people along the way so it felt like a private showing. A leisurely walk, stop for coffee and time to admire the glass all only took about an hour. Well worth the time.
Written February 16, 2020
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Price for seniors and caregivers?
lathanNewark_Uk
Newark-on-Trent, UK52 contributions
You can see the art displayed on the open bridge free of charge; but I'd recommend teaming with the glass museum or museum of art. There are great discounts available if you check for a multi pass.
garrettedna14
Alpine, AL
my first time in Tacoma,want to know how this bridge is build &what type of glass it build out ,
Anna911
Washington DC969 contributions
The bridge itself isn't made of glass. It is a typical pedestrian bridge but one that has glass art installed on it.
Maggie S
Beaufort, SC3 contributions
Where is there parking nearby?
TheoChristel
Breda, The Netherlands11 contributions
Hi Maggie,
yes there is ample parking space nearby. But we simply parked our RV at the curb on Dock street. But there are parking lots along Dock Street as well.
Ncjdivadancer
East TN92 contributions
What hours is this available for viewing?
cheriestep
Shelton, WA50 contributions
The bridge is always open. It’s an open walkway and bridge between the Washington State Historical Museum and the Glass Museum.
Does the sunlight hit the bridge early in the morning? For a Sunrise destination walk?
usfcruiser
Tampa, FL24 contributions
Kind of hard to say. It was was overcast and drizzling when we visited in September but I suspect in the summer months when the sun rises very early that it certainly could be.
Lina C
Palo Alto, CA2 contributions
when is the museum open?
bearskinrug
Chugwater, Wyoming122 contributions
This is not a museum - it is literally a public bridge over train tracks (I uploaded a picture). It is moments from the Museum of Glass and less than a five minute walk from the Tacoma Art Museum, but you could walk here at any hour day or night, even when the museums close at 5 pm.
turnitover
Santa Clara33 contributions
We have limited time and wonder if we can go on the Bridge of Glass in early morning before the Museum opens.
Stan Y
Sammamish, WA610 contributions
Yes. The bridge is open all day and totally free.
How much is it to go in
David W
Dartmouth, MA89 contributions
Bridge is free. Museum of Glass is $15 for adults.
Charles S
Lakewood, WA
Where is the closest parking to the Bridge of Glass?
A C
Seattle, WA397 contributions
All the above are correct, there is a parking lot just next to museums which you pay by the hour if your only gonna be there a short time. Just across the Street is the University of Washington, Tacoma Branch which is expanding big time.
Enjoy the area , lots to see.
How late is it open?
charlie K
University Place, WA13 contributions
It is a walking bridge. There is no gate. You can go any time, But the glass is prettier when it is light out.
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