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Pike Place Market vs Washington Park Arboretum
Both are recommended by writers. On balance, Pike Place Market scores significantly better than Washington Park Arboretum. Pike Place Market scores 94 with approval from 9 reviews including Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and Concierge.
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."
Washington Park Arboretum
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
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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."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This wild and lovely park offers a wide variety of gardens, a wetlands nature trail and 200 acres of mature forest threaded by paths."
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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."
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"Picturesque trails wind through this 230-acre expanse."
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