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Vancouver AquariumvsHR MacMillan Space Centre
Both are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Vancouver Aquarium scores significantly better than HR MacMillan Space Centre. Vancouver Aquarium is ranked #3 in Vancouver with endorsements from 8 reviews like Time Out, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
Vancouver Aquarium
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845 Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3X8, Canada
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Concierge "Visitors with kids should plan to spend at least half a day at the aquarium—it's chock-full of activities and interactive exhibits designed just for children."
Lonely Planet "Stanley Park's biggest draw, the aquarium is home to 9000 water-loving critters – including sharks, wolf eels, beluga whales and a somewhat shy octopus." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Pacific Northwest’s cool waters are teeming with colorful, fascinating sea-life—and the recently expanded Vancouver Aquarium brings these abundant creatures into easy view." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Outposts of the Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park, these two displays are situated inside Vancouver International Airport. The first, located before security at the domestic terminal on..." Full review
Time Out "There's also a tropical zone and a new interactive area that brings out the marine biologist in young and old alike." Full review
Afar Magazine "Opened since 1956, the Vancouver Aquarium has seen more than 35 million visitors and most have left with a deeper appreciation of Canada's unique aquatic life." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Particularly famous for its fantastic range of sea mammals." Full review
National Geographic "Canada’s largest aquarium and a world leader in conservation efforts; more than 70,000 animals; trainer-led shows include beluga whales, dolphins...hands-on tidal pool; concession stands." Full review
Fodor's "Massive floor-to-ceiling windows let you come face-to-face with beluga whales, sea otters, sea lions, dolphins, and harbor seals at this award-winning research and educational facility." Full review
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Be sure to check out the "4-D" film experience; it's a multisensory show that puts mist, smell, and wind into the 3-D equation.
Condé Nast Traveler "Vancouver is surrounded by water, but the best way to peek at local marine life is at this legendary aquarium." Full review
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Also make sure to stroll through the various galleries, which feature everything from native species to jellyfish to reptiles from the Amazon.
HR MacMillan Space Centre Fodor's Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Time Out Michelin Guide
Frommer's
1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 3J9, Canada
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Fodor's "The interactive exhibits and high-tech learning systems at this museum include a Virtual Voyages ride, where visitors can take a simulated space journey." Full review
Lonely Planet "Popular with schoolkids – expect to have to elbow them out of the way to push the flashing buttons – this slightly dated science center illuminates the world of space." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In addition to the exhibits, the center features nighttime viewings at the Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory." Full review
Time Out "Housed in the same building as the Vancouver Museum, the Space Centre is a small but well thought-out attraction that appeals most to school-age children." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Southam observatory enables visitors to observe the sun, the moon, planets and stars through a giant telescope." Full review
Frommer's "Founded in 1968 and has since offered an exciting program of starry-eyed displays and exhibits, as well as films...exhibits are hands-on and interactive, making this a great place for the kids." Full review
