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Chihuly Garden and GlassvsWashington Park Arboretum

Both Washington Park Arboretum and Chihuly Garden and Glass are rated highly by writers. Overall, Chihuly Garden and Glass scores slightly higher than Washington Park Arboretum. Chihuly Garden and Glass has a TripExpert Score of 91 with positive reviews from 7 reviews like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Where.

Chihuly Garden and Glass
9/10
305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Just steps from the base of the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is a magnificent addition to Seattle Center." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Dale Chihuly is one of the Northwest's best-known artists, with his otherworldly glass sculptures gracing public buildings and private collections." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This exquisite exposition of the life and work of dynamic local glass sculptor Dale Chihuly requires a sharp intake of breath on first viewing." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"I was pleasantly surprised by this colorful, photography-friendly collection of the one-eyed glass artist's work." Full review
Where Where
"Galleries include both new creations and expansions of popular works from around the world. " Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The works and installations are colorful and complex and invite you into imaginary journeys into tropical forests, botanical gardens and seaside landscapes." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"A unique visual experience, the Chihuly Garden and Glass showcases the epic work of Northwest glass artist Dale Chihuly with a series of mind- and glass-blowing indoor and outdoor installations." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Showcases the oeuvre of glass from world-famous glass artist, Dale Chihuly. This forward-thinking museum inspires creativity and imagination as much as it pays tribute to the artist" Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Right next to the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibit within the Seattle Center. The sculpture garden and art exhibition showcases the work of Dale Chihuly."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This Pacific Northwest phenomenon is almost a household name, primarily because of his enormous and enormously intricate glass chandeliers." Full review
Washington Park Arboretum
9/10
2300 Arboretum Drive East, Seattle, WA 98195-8010
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Fodor's Fodor's
"As far as Seattle's green spaces go, this 230-acre arboretum is arguably the most beautiful." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This wild and lovely park offers a wide variety of gardens, a wetlands nature trail and 200 acres of mature forest threaded by paths." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"A haven for tree-huggers, bird-watchers, and botanists."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Trails lace the preserve, winding past... trees, flowers and other plants, past a Japanese garden and through a rhododendron glen, a rock garden and an avenue of azaleas." Full review
Where Where
"Picturesque trails wind through this 230-acre expanse." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"You can walk a lot or a little, depending how you feel." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Located on the shores of Lake Washington, the 230-acre Washington Park Arboretum features a large botanical garden, a Japanese garden, a fragrance garden, as well as walking and biking trails." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The arboretum is full of seasonal highlights, and there is always something of special interest to discover...but the arboretum’s must-see springtime spectacle is, without a doubt, Azalea Way" Full review

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