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The Museum of Flight vs Pacific Science Center

Both The Museum of Flight and Pacific Science Center are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The Museum of Flight is preferred by most professionals compared to Pacific Science Center. The Museum of Flight comes in at 87 with approval from 6 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.

The Museum of Flight
The Museum of Flight
8 / 10
9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA 98108
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Fodor's 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." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Houses within its six-story glass-and-steel building some of history's most famous planes." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"As the home of Boeing, Seattle has always been a city known for aviation." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Interactive exhibits re-create the adventure of flight." Full review
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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.
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Pacific Science Center
Pacific Science Center
8 / 10
200 Second Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's Fodor's
"If you have kids, the Pacific Science Center is a must-visit." Full review
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See website for schedule information.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This interactive museum of science and industry once housed the science pavilion of the World’s Fair." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"You're never too old for a Floyd or Zeppelin laser show."
Michelin Guide 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." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Laser and IMAX theaters enhance the wealth of learning centers." Full review
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