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Seattle Aquarium vs Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Both are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Hiram M. Chittenden Locks scores slightly better than Seattle Aquarium. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks ranks #4 in Seattle with approval from 13 reviews like Lonely Planet, Atlas Obscura and Condé Nast Traveler.
Seattle Aquarium
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1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle, WA 98101
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Fodor's
"Located right at the water's edge, the Seattle Aquarium is one of the nation's premier aquariums."
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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
Top Choice
"The aquarium – situated on Pier 59 in an attractive wooden building – is probably the most interesting site on the waterfront."
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Not For Tourists
"Jellyfish and stuff."
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."
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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
Top Choice
"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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Frommer's
"Seattleites love boats—even when they’re not theirs."
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