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Seattle Aquarium vs Woodland Park Zoo
Both are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, Seattle Aquarium ranks significantly better than Woodland Park Zoo. Seattle Aquarium is ranked #7 in Seattle with positive reviews from 8 sources including Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
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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Woodland Park Zoo
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5500 Phinney Avenue North (West Gate), Seattle, WA 98103
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Fodor's
"Ninety-two acres are divided into bioclimatic zones here, allowing many animals to roam freely in habitat areas."
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Frommer's
"This sprawling zoo has outstanding exhibits focusing on Alaska, tropical Asia, the African savanna, and the tropical rainforest."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"In Woodland Park, up the hill from Green Lake Park, the Woodland Park Zoo is one of Seattle’s greatest tourist attractions, consistently rated as one of the top 10 zoos in the country."
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Not For Tourists
"Too much fun despite the cute animals behind bars."
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"The 92-acre Woodland Park Zoo is considered one of the best in the world."
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