Frye Art Museum vs Pacific Science Center
Both are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Frye Art Museum ranks slightly higher than Pacific Science Center. Frye Art Museum comes in at #11 in Seattle with praise from 7 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Frye Art Museum
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704 Terry Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
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Fodor's
"This elegant building hosts eclectic and often avant-garde exhibits, putting this museum on par with The Henry in the U-District."
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Concierge
"More like an overgrown gallery space than a museum, it's free and you can comfortably ponder all of its works in an hour."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This small museum on First Hill preserves the collection of Charles and Emma Frye."
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Travel + Leisure
"The Frye’s intimate, off-the-beaten-path cluster of galleries is quietly extraordinary."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Showcases 19C and 20C representational works by American, French and especially German artists."
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Pacific Science Center
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200 Second Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's
"If you have kids, the Pacific Science Center is a must-visit."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This interactive museum of science and industry once housed the science pavilion of the World’s Fair."
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Not For Tourists
"You're never too old for a Floyd or Zeppelin laser show."
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"Featuring a domed overhead screen, six "surround-sound" speakers and reclining seats, this theater offers a changing series of movies that generally celebrate the wilderness, whales and other natural subjects."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Laser and IMAX theaters enhance the wealth of learning centers."
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