What People Are Saying About Seattle Aquarium
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In Short – Though the smallish aquarium offers a mix of non-native exhibits, such as a beautiful coral reef complete with tropical fish, the Northwest spots steal the show. Journey through a replica of area beaches complete with native birds and fish, then see the salmon ladder to learn how the aquarium raises the fish for release into the wild. Travel further in for a view of the playful sea otters, fur seals and river otters.
07/13/09
Pretty good aquarium
by KirklandReviewer
Great place to take the kids. They will learn a ton and so will you. Go during the week if you can and avoid the crowds. Winter time is a perfect time to go.
- Pros: Knowledgable staff, exhibits
- Cons: Kind of small compared to others
06/04/07
Go Somewhere Else!
by cutebirdie
The last I heard, the jellyfish and even Mr. Puffer Fish had packed their trunks and headed south to live in a real aquarium. I have lived in Seattle my whole life, but I can say for sure, this aquarium has to be our biggest embarrassment of all. There isn't anything of substance here to look at. It's small, boring, and banal. Go up to Canada's Stanley Park and see their aquarium or down to SF's Golden Gate Park's aquarium. Seattle's aquarium is a big MISNOMER.
- Pros: None
- Cons: The Size of it All or Lack of
07/04/06
Family Fun!
by mom_of_2
We have visited the Seattle Aquarium a few times and have enjoyed every visit. The animals/sea life look healthy and there are some wonderful attractions for kids of all ages. My kids favorite things to do are touch the starfish, sea cucumbers and other sea creatures. They have great art and fun decor around the building as well. There are plenty of benches and game areas for smaller kids to rest. It is a very family friendly atmosphere and educational for the kids. A++++++
- Pros: Friendly staff, great varirty of sea life, lots to explore
- Cons: You have to pay for parking downtown
The Details on Seattle Aquarium
Know Before You Go:
In the discovery lab, kids can touch starfish and sea sponges. They'll also enjoy the wet-suit corner, where they can pretend to be scuba divers before heading to the underwater dome to watch divers feed fish daily at 1:30pm.
When to Go:
Take a guided tour of the aquarium (10:30am and 3:30pm) for a more in-depth view of the facilities.
Parking:
The meter scene can be a nightmare on busy weekends--head into the lot directly across Alaskan Way for affordable pay parking.
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