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Seattle Aquarium vs Frye Art Museum

Both are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Seattle Aquarium ranks slightly higher than Frye Art Museum. Seattle Aquarium comes in at 89 with recommendations from 10 reviews like Concierge, Lonely Planet and On the Grid.

Seattle Aquarium
Seattle Aquarium
9 / 10
1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle, WA 98101
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Located right at the water's edge, the Seattle Aquarium is one of the nation's premier aquariums." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Though screaming kids throng the Underwater Dome... this excellent aquarium on a pier overlooking Elliott Bay is a favorite with adults, too."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The aquarium – situated on Pier 59 in an attractive wooden building – is probably the most interesting site on the waterfront." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Jellyfish and stuff."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Seattle's aquarium isn't just near the water—it's practically in the water, located on a pier that juts into Elliott Bay." Full review
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Frye Art Museum
Frye Art Museum
8 / 10
704 Terry Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This elegant building hosts eclectic and often avant-garde exhibits, putting this museum on par with The Henry in the U-District." Full review
Concierge 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 Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This small museum on First Hill preserves the collection of Charles and Emma Frye." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Frye’s intimate, off-the-beaten-path cluster of galleries is quietly extraordinary." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Showcases 19C and 20C representational works by American, French and especially German artists." Full review
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