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Washington Park ArboretumvsNational Nordic Museum
Both are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Washington Park Arboretum is preferred by most writers compared to Nordic Heritage Museum. Washington Park Arboretum ranks #11 in Seattle with approval from 7 reviewers such as Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Where.
Washington Park Arboretum
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
Where
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
2300 Arboretum Drive East, Seattle, WA 98195-8010
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Fodor's "As far as Seattle's green spaces go, this 230-acre arboretum is arguably the most beautiful." Full review
Lonely Planet "This wild and lovely park offers a wide variety of gardens, a wetlands nature trail and 200 acres of mature forest threaded by paths." Full review
Not For Tourists "A haven for tree-huggers, bird-watchers, and botanists."
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Trails lace the preserve, winding past... trees, flowers and other plants, past a Japanese garden and through a rhododendron glen, a rock garden and an avenue of azaleas." Full review
Where "Picturesque trails wind through this 230-acre expanse." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "You can walk a lot or a little, depending how you feel." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located on the shores of Lake Washington, the 230-acre Washington Park Arboretum features a large botanical garden, a Japanese garden, a fragrance garden, as well as walking and biking trails." Full review
Frommer's "The arboretum is full of seasonal highlights, and there is always something of special interest to discover...but the arboretum’s must-see springtime spectacle is, without a doubt, Azalea Way" Full review
National Nordic Museum Fodor's Frommer's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide Where Afar Magazine Condé Nast Traveler
3014 NW 67th Street, Seattle, WA 98117
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Fodor's "This museum in a massive 1900s schoolhouse traces Scandinavian art, artifacts, and heritage all the way from Viking times." Full review
Frommer's "Housed in a former school building, this is primarily a neighborhood museum focusing on the experiences of Scandinavian immigrants in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This museum preserves the history of the northern Europeans who settled in Ballard and the Pacific Northwest." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Exhibits now fill three floors." Full review
Where "This unique organization is the only museum in the United States dedicated to honoring the legacy and culture of Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland." Full review
Afar Magazine "The sleek, sophisticated design has a central atrium evoking a fjord, crossed by bridges and pierced by contemporary stained-glass bird sculptures. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Zoom out. What’s this place all about? Seattle's National Nordic Museum is a deep-dive into the fascinating world of Nordic culture, spanning insight about Danish, Finnish, Norwegian,..." Full review
