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Pike Place Market vs Pacific Science Center
Both are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, Pike Place Market scores significantly better than Pacific Science Center. Pike Place Market is ranked #1 in Seattle with praise from 7 sources like Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Michelin Guide.
Pike Place Market
Fodor's
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Not For Tourists
Not For Tourists
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Between Pike and Pine sts. at First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
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Fodor's
"One of the nation's largest and oldest public markets, Pike Place Market dates from 1907, when the city issued permits allowing farmers to sell produce from wagons parked at Pike Place."
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Concierge
"This bustling, labyrinthine bazaar is a wonderful place to while away a few hours."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A cavalcade of noise, smells, personalities, banter and urban theater that's almost London-like in its cosmopolitanism."
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Not For Tourists
"So authentic even locals shop here!"
Not For Tourists
"The most unlikely public art created by thousands of wads of masticated gum."
Pacific Science Center
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
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200 Second Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's
"If you have kids, the Pacific Science Center is a must-visit."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This interactive museum of science and industry once housed the science pavilion of the World’s Fair."
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Not For Tourists
"You're never too old for a Floyd or Zeppelin laser show."
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"Featuring a domed overhead screen, six "surround-sound" speakers and reclining seats, this theater offers a changing series of movies that generally celebrate the wilderness, whales and other natural subjects."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Laser and IMAX theaters enhance the wealth of learning centers."
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