The Museum of Flight vs Olympic Sculpture Park
Both are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Olympic Sculpture Park is the choice of most professionals compared to The Museum of Flight. Olympic Sculpture Park ranks #3 in Seattle with endorsements from 10 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
The Museum of Flight
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9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA 98108
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Fodor's
"This facility at Boeing Field houses one of the city's best museums, and it's especially fun for kids, who can climb in many of the aircraft and pretend to fly."
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Frommer's
"Houses within its six-story glass-and-steel building some of history's most famous planes."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"As the home of Boeing, Seattle has always been a city known for aviation."
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Travel + Leisure
"A special exhibit holds a replica of the space shuttle originally used to train astronauts, though access is restricted to tours purchased at admission."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Interactive exhibits re-create the adventure of flight."
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One simulator gives visitors a feel for flying and air-traffic control; a theater has a live link to NASA satellite reception.
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
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."
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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."