Regular geeks flying to, from or connecting to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will soon be able to enjoy a relatively rare amenity, at least in the Pacific Northwest: an observation deck, albeit one airside and therefore only open to ticketed passengers.
The expanded concourse is currently expected to open to passengers in the second quarter of 2026, adding at least 10 restaurants, several new retail outlets, some stunning new seating and a host of art to the airport. The signature artwork of the new space is a very large stylized tree sculpture that will arch over a fun stadium-style seating area.
But, back to the most exciting place for the AvGeek crowd – the Lookout at Point C (as the airport calls it). This is a glass observation area looking west-southwest from Concourse C to see the main terminal and the airport’s taxiways, some gate areas, and SEA’s three runways.
The Port of Seattle has a cool VR walkthrough website for its expansion project;You can view it here.
The list of new restaurants is also noteworthy: Bell St. Landing by Hudson; Nanny Grill; Bite Society; Olympia Coffee; Buffalo Wild Wings Go; Submarine Harbor; Chills; Seattle Macaron Company; Great Country Burger; and Wanderlust.
Overall, the expansion will add four floors, approximately 225,000 square feet of space, and a new Alaska Airlines lounge. The new hall will also feature a live music area, sensory room, interfaith prayer and meditation room, lactation room and pet rescue area.
We will keep you updated as the airport progresses to complete the project next year.
