5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle

Name: 5th Avenue Theatre
Address: Seattle, United States
Telephone: +1 206-625-1900

#77 among attractions in Seattle

Theater, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The 5th Avenue Theatre is a landmark theatre building located in Seattle, Washington. It has hosted a variety of theatre productions and motion pictures since it opened in 1926. The building and land is owned by the University of Washington and was once part of the original campus. It is operated as a venue for nationally touring Broadway and original shows by the non-profit 5th Avenue Theatre Association. The theatre, located at 1308 Fifth Avenue in the historic Skinner Building, has been listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places since 1978. ()

Alternative names: Capacity: 2130Coordinates: 47°36'33"N, 122°20'2"W

Address

Downtown Seattle (Seattle Central Business District)Seattle United States

Contact

+1 206-625-1900

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Day trips

5th Avenue Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pacific Place, Westlake Center, Freeway Park, Westlake Park.

~1370 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Pacific Place, Seattle
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Seattle, Pacific Place stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This multi-level retail center offers a blend of high-end boutiques, well-known department stores, and a variety of dining options, all...
~1260 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westlake Center, Seattle
7 min walk • Westlake Center, nestled in the heart of downtown Seattle, stands as a modern beacon for shoppers and urban explorers alike. This multi-level shopping center, with its glass-encased facade, offers a diverse array of retail stores, dining options, and entertainment...
~780 ftE
Park
Freeway Park, Seattle
4 min walk • Nestled amongst the bustling streets of downtown Seattle, Freeway Park emerges as an urban oasis that masterfully integrates the natural landscape with the city's infrastructural elements. This innovative park, established in 1976, spans over 5 acres and is renowned...
~990 ftNW
Park, Light rail
Westlake Park, Seattle
5 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling urban landscape of Seattle, Westlake Park serves as a verdant oasis in the heart of the city's downtown area. This compact, yet inviting public space is a central hub of social interaction and urban life, providing a welcoming retreat for...
~840 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Benaroya Hall, Seattle
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~790 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
ACT Theatre, Seattle
4 min walk • ACT Theatre is a regional, non-profit theatre organization in Seattle, in the US state of Washington. Gregory A. Falls founded ACT in 1965 and served as its first Artistic director; at the time ACT was founded he was also head of the Drama Department at the University of Washington.
~1670 ftNE
Theater, B. Marcus Priteca, Concerts and shows
Paramount Theatre, Seattle
9 min walk • The Paramount Theatre is a 2,807-seat performing arts venue located at 9th Avenue and Pine Street in Seattle, Washington, United States. The theater originally opened on March 1, 1928 as the Seattle Theatre, with 3,000 seats.
~1120 ftS
Monuments and statues
Three Piece Sculpture: Vertebrae, Seattle
6 min walk • Three Piece Sculpture: Vertebrae, also known as Dallas Piece or Vertebrae, is an abstract bronze sculpture by Henry Moore. It was cast in 1978–79, specifically for a site outside I.M. Pei's Dallas City Hall, and is the largest version of a sculpture that Moore created in 1968.
~1030 ftNE
Convention center, Event space
Washington State Convention Center, Seattle
5 min walk • The Washington State Convention Center is a convention center in Seattle, Washington, United States. It consists of several exhibition halls and meeting rooms in buildings along Pike Street in Downtown Seattle.
~940 ftS
Striking, modern information repository
Seattle Central Library, Seattle
5 min walk • The Seattle Central Library is the flagship library of the Seattle Public Library system. The 11-story glass and steel building in downtown Seattle, Washington was opened to the public on May 23, 2004.
~1250 ftW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
The Showbox, Seattle
7 min walk • The Showbox is a music venue in Seattle, Washington. It has been owned by AEG Live since 2007.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is 5th Avenue Theatre open?

5th Avenue Theatre is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to 5th Avenue Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Washington Athletic Club, Seattle (1 min walk), Rainier Square Tower, Seattle (2 min walk), Plymouth Church Seattle, Seattle (2 min walk), Union Square, Seattle (2 min walk).

How to get to 5th Avenue Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to 5th Avenue Theatre:

Bus

Union St & 5th Ave • Lines: 101, 102, 150, 550 (2 min walk)
6th Ave & Union St • Lines: 311 (2 min walk)

Light rail

University Street • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Westlake • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

3rd Ave & Seneca St • Lines: 1, 13, 3, 4, 49 (5 min walk)
3rd Ave & Virginia St • Lines: 1, 13, 2, 3, 4 (11 min walk)

Train

Westlake Center (7 min walk)
Seattle King Street (21 min walk)

Tram

Pacific Place • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (8 min walk)
Broadway & Marion • Lines: First Hill Streetcar (16 min walk)

Ferry

Seattle Waterfront • Lines: Seattle-Blake Island (11 min walk)
Seattle • Lines: Seattle-Bremerton, Seattle-Winslow (15 min walk)