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Hiram M. Chittenden Locks vs Olympic Sculpture Park
Both are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Olympic Sculpture Park ranks marginally better than Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Olympic Sculpture Park comes in at #3 in Seattle with positive reviews from 10 sources such as Michelin Guide, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
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3015 NW 54th St, Seattle, WA 98107
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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."
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Frommer's
"The two locks here link Puget Sound with the Lake Washington Ship Canal, which connects to both Lake Union and Lake Washington."
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Lonely Planet
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"Seattle shimmers like an impressionist painting on sunny days at the Hiram M Chittenden Locks."
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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."
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"Seattleites love boats—even when they’re not theirs."
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Olympic Sculpture Park
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2901 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
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Fodor's
"This 9-acre open-air park is the spectacular outdoor branch of the Seattle Art Museum. The Sculpture Park is a favorite destination for picnics, strolls, and quiet contemplation."
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Lonely Planet
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"Hovering over train tracks, in an unlikely oasis between the water and busy Elliott Ave, is the 8.5-acre, $85-million Olympic Sculpture Park."
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Travel + Leisure
"This nine-acre waterfront spread is arguably the most gorgeous addition to the Seattle Art Museum (it even outshines the recently renovated main museum, about a mile away)."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Stare in awe at large-scale works... while taking in gorgeous views of the Puget Sound."
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Not For Tourists
"Ambitious venue for the SAM's sculpture collection."
