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Museum of Pop CulturevsSeattle Aquarium
Both Seattle Aquarium and Museum of Pop Culture are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Museum of Pop Culture scores significantly better than Seattle Aquarium. Museum of Pop Culture comes in at 94 with positive reviews from 11 sources like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Not For Tourists.
Museum of Pop Culture
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325 5th Avenue N, Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
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Fodor's "Seattle's most controversial architectural statement is the 140,000-square-foot complex designed by architect Frank Gehry." Full review
Concierge "This multicolored blobular building, a 140,000-square-foot rock-and-roll museum designed by Frank Gehry, is home to the world's largest collection of Jimi Hendrix memorabilia."
Not For Tourists "A billionaire's rock memorabilia collection and a public eyesore."
Travel + Leisure "This museum was born as the Experience Music Project, a grand statement by local billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, who wanted a monument to rock and roll." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Pays tribute to the ever-changing dynamic of rock'n'roll with a variety of interactive exhibits." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The Frank Gehry-designed exterior, made of multicolored aluminum and stainless steel shingles, seems to capture and freeze sound waves, mid-flight." Full review
On the Grid "So much is offered in one space, it’s hard to know where to begin." Full review
National Geographic "Monumental rock-and-roll museum housed with the Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame in Frank Gehry’s curvaceous building...mix your own record or have a jam session in the interactive Sound Lab. " Full review
Where "The EMP Museum is now MoPOP Museum of Popular Culture." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction. " Full review
Seattle Aquarium Fodor's Concierge
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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.
