What are the nearest attractions to Seattle Art Museum (SAM)?

Attractions near Seattle Art Museum (SAM): Pike Place Market Hard Rock Cafe Seattle Original Starbucks

What else should I know about attractions in Seattle?

As well as visiting the Seattle Art Museum (SAM), check out these trip ideas to make the most of your visit: Woodinville Wine Country Tours from Seattle Sairen Store Cofounders The Kaitlins' Guide to Seattle's Chinatown How to Spend 2 Days in Seattle

Seattle Art Museum (SAM) - History, Location & Key Facts 2023

The Basics

Tickets are required to enter the Seattle Art Museum, and the cost of tickets to special exhibitions, which include all galleries, is higher. Some city tours include the Seattle Art Museum; since the vast collection can be overwhelming, visiting with a guide can be a good way to ensure you see the museum’s highlights.

Things to Know Before You Go

The Seattle Art Museum is a must-visit for art lovers and those interested in Native American culture.
Wheelchairs, baby carriers, and strollers are available at the SAM coat check.
Museum admission includes various hour-long tours of the collection.
The Seattle Art Museum is fully wheelchair-accessible.
The Asian Art Museum in Capitol Hill and the open-air Olympic Sculpture Park on the waterfront are also part of the Seattle Art Museum.

How to Get There

A block from Pike Place Market and the docks, the downtown Seattle Art Museum is easily reached by public transit. The University Street light rail station is one block away, and many buses stop nearby. Driving means contending with downtown traffic, but museum visitors can get discounted rates at the parking garage on 3rd and Stewart by requesting a voucher before leaving the museum.

Trip ideas

A Space Needle Employee’s Guide to Seattle

A Space Needle employee gives her insider tips on visiting the Seattle icon and the best of the rest Seattle has to offer.

How Seattle Became an Oyster Town (and Where To Slurp Them)

Chef Dan Mallahan on Seattle’s oyster scene and where to find the city’s freshest oysters.

5 Kid-Friendly Museums in Seattle and How to Visit

From the Pacific Science Center to MoPop, here's where to spend your time.

A Store Owner's Guide to Seattle's Chinatown

“The Kaitlins,” Seattle Chinatown-International District business owners, share their recommendations for visiting the neighborhood.

5 Ways to Get Out on the Water in Seattle

While Seattle has much to offer visitors on land, there are many worthwhile experiences to be had offshore, as well. To help beef up your Emerald City itinerary, here are the best ways to get out on the water in Seattle.

How to Spend 2 Days in Seattle

With two days in Seattle, you have time to explore the city’s downtown core and see some of the charming neighborhoods that give the Emerald City its character. Here are a few ways to maximize two days in Seattle.

Taking the Ferry in Seattle

Victoria Day Trips From Seattle

Food Lover's Guide to Seattle

Woodinville Wine Country Tours from Seattle

Pike Place Fishmonger Tips for Selecting Seafood

Strolling the Pike Place seafood stalls makes for a quintessential Seattle afternoon. While the market is temporarily closed, local expert Ryan Reese offers up tips for picking quality seafood at your neighborhood grocery store—until Pike Place opens its doors once again.

When to Get There

Open from Wednesday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm, the Seattle Art Museum also has evening hours each Thursday until 9pm. The museum is closed on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas, and admission is free the first Thursday of every month. Several different public tours, free with admission, are given, most frequently on weekends; check the calendar for details.

Visiting the Seattle Art Museum with Kids

With free admission for children 12 and younger, the Seattle Art Museum is a great kid-friendly attraction in downtown Seattle. The whole museum is stroller accessible—you can take advantage of the loaners from the coat check—and there’s a family room on the third floor stocked with toys and books when you need a break from quiet museum spaces. Check the museum website for scheduled activities for children.

Seattle Art Museum (SAM)