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Purchase Tickets
Tickets for children 0-2 and seniors (65+) only available at ticket booth. Not available online.
Youth (3-11)
$9 Buy TicketsAdults (12+)
$14 Buy TicketsSeniors (65+)*
$12 Buy at BoothGreat Wheel VIP
$50 Buy TicketsVIP Gondola
- 1. The VIP gondola is our special luxury gondola with four leather bucket seats, a stereo system, and a glass floor. We do not take reservations for the VIP gondola.
- 2. The VIP gondola is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and tickets can be purchased online or at the ticket booth on the pier.
- 3. Tickets are $50 per person and each ticket also includes a champagne toast at Fisherman's Restaurant, a special VIP t-shirt , photo booth photos, and you will be personally escorted to the front of the line to board the wheel ASAP!
- 4. The VIP is guaranteed to be private for your personal group of up to 4 people; we cannot guarantee a private cabin in the regular cabin.
- 5. If you purchase your VIP tickets online, please be sure to follow the VIP ticket holder instructions printed on your tickets and check in FIRST at the Ticket Booth Will Call window so we can provide the front of the line service that comes with your ticket.
Pier 57
On Alaskan Way
Hours & Directions
Take a ride on the iconic Seattle Great Wheel on Pier 57 and see the city of Seattle like never before. Each gondola can fit 8 people and provide an amazing ride that lights up the sky at night.
Address
1301 Alaskan Way
Seattle , WA 98101
Phone: 206-623-8607
Email: [email protected]
Hours of Operation
Photo Booth Photos of your Great Wheel Experience
As you queue up for the wheel, everyone will pass through our grey room and have their picture taken.
I bought a picture in-person … How do I redeem my free digital download?
Click on the link below to access the picture viewer website https://pier57.myfunmoments.com/
You can access your digital download by filling out the required information and then enter either the 5-digit code on your photo booth paper receipt ; or by enter the 10-digit code found above the QR barcode on the photo ticket you were handed after you took your picture(s). When your image(s) pop up, move the cursor over the picture and click on the download icon.
You can also browse our product catalog if you’d like to imprint your picture on other fun items, like magnets, mementos, mugs, etc. Additional costs apply.
Keep in mind: Images are archived for two weeks from date of visit, then automatically purged. The free digital download is available ONLY for the picture you purchased in person.
I did not buy a picture in-person. How can I preview my image(s) and make a purchase after my visit?
Click on the link below to access the picture viewer website https://pier57.myfunmoments.com/
Fill out the required information and then enter the 10-digit ode found above the QR barcode on the photo ticket you were handed after you took your picture(s). Any image(s) associated with that code will pop up. Click on an image to make a purchase. Our product catalog will show you what we have to offer including digital downloads, fun gifts, keepsakes, and mementos.
Keep in mind: Without the 10-digit QR code, a search for your image(s) is not available. Images are archived for two weeks from date of visit, then automatically purged.
For additional Photo Booth queries, email: [email protected]
Click here to access your Pictures!
Great Wheel LED Light Shows
Come down and enjoy one of our many LED light shows!
The Seattle Great Wheel is covered in over 500,000 LED lights! We have colorful light show displays that usually run every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from pm-10pm. Mid week, we typically illuminate just the ring beam. Keep an eye out on holidays and game days for special themed light shows-they are especially fun to watch.
We also do Custom Light shows. If you are getting married, have a special event, or want to do a baby gender reveal, we would love to be a part of your event. We can program an array of patterns, letters, colors and designs.
Email us at: [email protected]
In your email to us, please include the following:
- Preferred date, and secondary alternative date
- Preferred time
- Purpose of the light show (wedding, gender reveal, branding event, etc.)
- What do you want to see on the Wheel? What are your desired colors or logo/pattern?
After you are able to email this information to us, we will review your request and respond back to you via email. The fastest form of communication for light show events is via email, so there is no need to call, we will be in touch soon!
Email Link
The Great Wheel Adventure
A Storybook of Adventure at the Great Wheel
The wondrous adventure of Gabe and Betty, two siblings who find themselves on a fun exploration of Seattle's most exciting spots. Beginning at The Seattle Great Wheel, the kids journey to the Aquarium, Elliot Bay, Seahawks' stadium, Mt. Rainer, Mariner's ballpark, the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and much much more. This 36 page storybook is full of uplifting, colorful illustrations.
Authored by local entrepreneur Kyle Griffith and Illustrated by Ryan Hobson, this limited publication is a joyful read for all ages!
Frequently Asked Questions
I bought a picture in-person, how do I redeem my digital download?
Go to Pier57.MyFunMoments.com. You can access your digital download by filling out the required information and then enter either the 5-digit code on your photo booth paper receipt, OR or by entering the 10-digit code found above the QR bar code on the photo ticket you were handed after you took your picture(s). When your image(s) pop up, move the cursor over the picture and click on the download icon. You can also browse our product catalog if you’d like to imprint your picture on other fun items, like magnets, mementos, mugs, etc. Additional costs apply. Images are archived for two weeks from date of visit, then automatically purged. The free digital download is available only for the picture you purchased in person. For additional questions please email: [email protected]
I did not buy a picture in-person … How can I preview my image(s) and make a purchase now?
Go to Pier57.MyFunMoments.com. Fill out the required information and then enter the 10-digit ode found above the QR bar code on the photo ticket you were handed after you took your picture(s). Any image(s) associated with that code will pop up. Click on an image to make a purchase. Our product catalog will show you what we have to offer including digital downloads, fun gifts, keepsakes, and mementos. Images are archived for two weeks from date of visit, then automatically purged. Without the 10-digit QR code, a search for your image(s) is not available.
Where can I buy tickets?
You can purchase them at our ticket booth on the pier or right here on our website! Just click on the Buy Tickets button below the type of ticket you wish to purchase. If you don’t want to wait in the ticket booth line, make sure to print out your tickets at home and have them in hand when you arrive on the pier. If you only have a confirmation code, you will have to wait in the ticket booth line to have your tickets printed. Tickets are general admission valid for any date or time that the wheel is open (excluding the by reservation only New Year's Eve Midnight Ride) and do not expire until used.
How long is the ride?
Ride time varies based on how large the crowd is and how many gondolas we are loading for each ride. During Summer operations with larger crowds, we typically have ride times between 12-20 minutes. During Winter operations with smaller crowds, we typically have ride times between 10-15 minutes. But as always, every ride is three full revolutions of the wheel.
Can I get a cabin for just two of us?
Yes, with the purchase of the VIP ticket! The VIP cabin is always private for just your group. The cabin features a glass bottom floor surrounded by 4 leather seats and a stereo system. You will receive front of the line service, souvenir t-shirts, souvenir photo booth photo's and a beverage from the Wheel bar to enjoy during your ride. If you choose an alcohol beverage, you can enjoy the drink inside the cabin during your ride ONLY IF everyone in the cabin is 21+. If there are minors present, you will not be able to have alcohol in the cabin with you. This cabin is also loaded on a first come first serve basis and we do not take reservations for it.
Can I get a private cabin that is not the VIP cabin?
Maybe. If we are not too busy, we will not group people up to have a minimum number of people per cabin. If we are very busy, we may require a minimum of 4 or 6 persons per cabin so that the line is not extraordinarily long. During times that we are grouping, you will not be able to get your own cabin and we suggest visiting us another time. Your other option would be to take advantage of the VIP cabin which is guaranteed private AND comes with front of the line service, t-shirts, photo's and a cocktail while you ride!