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Museum of Pop Culture vs Hiram M. Chittenden Locks

Both are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Museum of Pop Culture scores marginally better than Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Museum of Pop Culture ranks #2 in Seattle with praise from 11 reviewers like Atlas Obscura, Travel + Leisure and On the Grid.

Museum of Pop Culture
Museum of Pop Culture
9 / 10
325 5th Avenue N, Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Seattle's most controversial architectural statement is the 140,000-square-foot complex designed by architect Frank Gehry." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"This multicolored blobular building, a 140,000-square-foot rock-and-roll museum designed by Frank Gehry, is home to the world's largest collection of Jimi Hendrix memorabilia."
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"A billionaire's rock memorabilia collection and a public eyesore."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This museum was born as the Experience Music Project, a grand statement by local billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, who wanted a monument to rock and roll." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Pays tribute to the ever-changing dynamic of rock'n'roll with a variety of interactive exhibits." Full review
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Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
9 / 10
3015 NW 54th St, Seattle, WA 98107
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Fodor's Fodor's
"There's no doubt—there's something intriguing and eerie about seeing two bodies of water, right next to each, at different levels." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The two locks here link Puget Sound with the Lake Washington Ship Canal, which connects to both Lake Union and Lake Washington." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Seattle shimmers like an impressionist painting on sunny days at the Hiram M Chittenden Locks." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Traversing the Lake Washington Ship Canal on a series of platforms lets you watch ships being raised up from the salt water of Puget Sound to the fresh water of the canals." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Seattleites love boats—even when they’re not theirs." Full review
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