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Space NeedlevsSeattle Aquarium
Both Space Needle and Seattle Aquarium are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Space Needle ranks slightly higher than Seattle Aquarium. Space Needle is ranked #5 in Seattle with accolades from 12 reviews such as Atlas Obscura, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
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400 Broad Street, Broad St. and Fifth Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's "Over 50 years old, Seattle's most iconic building is as quirky and beloved as ever." Full review
Concierge "This iconic Seattle structure was built for the 1962 World's Fair. At the time, it was the tallest building west of the Mississippi."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"You might be from Alabama or Timbuktu, but your abiding image of Seattle will probably be of the Space Needle." Full review
Travel + Leisure "As New York has the Empire State Building and Paris has the Eiffel Tower, Seattle has the Space Needle." Full review
Zagat "Iconic revolving eatery with local fare." Full review
Not For Tourists "Like so many things in life, it's not as big as you'd expect."
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The graceful metal tripod... with a revolving, saucer-like observation room and restaurant beneath its acme." Full review
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Panoramic views.
Afar Magazine "This "U.F.O. saucer on a stick" is an atomic age baby, dating back to the 1962 World's Fair. " Full review
National Geographic "Built for the World’s Fair in 1962, the 605-foot-tall (184-meter-tall) Space Needle offers 360-degree views of downtown, Mount Rainier, Puget Sound, and Lake Washington." Full review
Where "Ride the elevator to the observation deck for a 360-degree view of the city, Elliott Bay and the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges." Full review
Seattle Aquarium Fodor's Concierge Lonely Planet Not For Tourists Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide
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1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle, WA 98101
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Fodor's "Located right at the water's edge, the Seattle Aquarium is one of the nation's premier aquariums." Full review
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 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 "Jellyfish and stuff."
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
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Home to some 380 species of fish, birds, plants, marine invertebrates and mammals native to the Puget Sound area." Full review
On the Grid "The design of the space is well thought out, with a beautiful 360 degree domed viewing area, giant aquatic worlds and colors hidden in dark tunnels. " Full review
National Geographic "See playful sea otters, giant octopuses, and other Puget Sound marine life; walk underneath a ring full of swimming jellyfish; located on the waterfront at Pier 59." Full review
Where "Filled with more than 400 species of marine life, the aquarium is home to river and sea otters, harbor seals and the largest species of octopus in the world." Full review
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Be sure to visit Window on Washington Waters, a 120,000-gallon exhibit with daily diver shows.
Condé Nast Traveler "A fun way for people to see the diverse underwater world of the Pacific Northwest." Full review
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If you're short on time, don't miss the octopus exhibit and the Underwater Dome.
