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Olympic Sculpture Park vs Seattle Aquarium

Both Olympic Sculpture Park and Seattle Aquarium are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Olympic Sculpture Park is preferred by most professionals compared to Seattle Aquarium. Olympic Sculpture Park has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 10 sources such as Where, Afar Magazine and Michelin Guide.

Olympic Sculpture Park
Olympic Sculpture Park
9 / 10
2901 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
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Fodor's 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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Stare in awe at large-scale works... while taking in gorgeous views of the Puget Sound." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Ambitious venue for the SAM's sculpture collection."
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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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