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Seattle Aquarium vs Henry Art Gallery

Both are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Seattle Aquarium scores slightly higher than Henry Art Gallery. Seattle Aquarium is ranked #8 in Seattle with endorsements from 10 sources including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Where.

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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Henry Art Gallery
Henry Art Gallery
8 / 10
15th Avenue NE and NE 41st Street, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The Henry is perhaps the best reason to take a side trip to the U-District." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"At the corner of NE 41st St and 15th Ave is a sophisticated space centered on a remarkable permanent exhibit by light-manipulating sculptor James Turrell." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The Henry (1927, Carl Gould) is known for encouraging and exhibiting cutting-edge art." Full review
Where Where
"One of the Northwest’s leading museums of modern and contemporary art, the Henry presents visually and conceptually challenging artists." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Expect the unexpected here -- and prepare to be challenged in your concept of what constitutes art." Full review