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“Let's go for a spin”
The Seattle Great Wheel was built in less than a year, but its story goes back much further than that. Seattle businessman Hal Griffith had envisioned a Ferris wheel in the city for nearly 30 years, but it wasn't until he realized he could build one on his own pier that his dream became a reality. The Seattle Great Wheel opened to the public on June 29, 2012. Since then, it has become an icon of the city and a destination for tourists and locals alike.
Since we had time to kill, we decided to get on the Great Wheel. It was $18 per person and it goes around 3-4 times. Definitely worth experiencing if you have the time. If you get lucky with the... Read more
I love this stop! My guy and I go for impromptu date fun and make full use of the dock's curiosities; carousel, waterside bar, ice cream, cotton candy, jt almost feels like a scene out of Big.... Read more
Definitely a tourist attraction. It could be worth the price tag If you are into capturing touristy moments. I might want to invest in a boat ride instead. GLOWS: -There is a bar to get a drink... Read more
The Seattle Great Wheel
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- Sun - Thu: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Fri, Sat: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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