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Seattle Aquarium vs Washington Park Arboretum
Seattle Aquarium and Washington Park Arboretum are both praised by professional travelers. On balance, Seattle Aquarium scores slightly better than Washington Park Arboretum. Seattle Aquarium ranks #8 in Seattle with positive reviews from 10 sources like On the Grid, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Seattle Aquarium
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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."
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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."
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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."
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Washington Park Arboretum
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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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