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Pacific Science Center
Type: IMAX Theaters, Museums, Science Museums
10Best Says
Located in downtown's Seattle Center, the Pacific Science Center is a great place for the entire family to learn about the natural world in an entertaining way. Children love games and demonstrations... Read More
Located in downtown's Seattle Center, the Pacific Science Center is a great place for the entire family to learn about the natural world in an entertaining way. Children love games and demonstrations about physical science; exhibits displaying dinosaurs, insects, robots and the human body will bring science and natural history to life right before your eyes. Animal exhibits, which tend to be everyone's favorite, let visitors examine creatures such as the naked mole rat, which is the only known cold-blooded mammal. In the butterfly house, museum-goers are surrounded by thousands of fluttering beauties, which often land on those wearing bright colors who stand very still. Look out for special events for adults, tooâ"from themed happy hours to art installations.
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Hours:
- Mon,: Wed-Fri; 10am-4pm
- Sat-Sun: 10am-6pm Hours; May; Vary; Seasonally
Admissions:
- Regular Exhibits Adult (16-64) $14; Senior (65+) $12; Child (6-15) $9; Child (3-5) $7
IMAX Film Adult (16-64) $9 - $13; Senior (65+) $8 - $12; Child (6-15) $7 - $10; Child (3-5) $6 - $9
Regular Exhibits & IMAX film Adult (16-64) $17 - $23; Senior (65+) $15 - $21; Child (6-15) $12 - $15; Child (3-5) $10 - $12
Laser Dome $5 - $8.75
Morphis Movieride $4
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids: "Calling all film buffs! The Pacific Science Center is a great spot to catch IMAX films (arrive early, though; the Center has a no-late-seating policy for both theaters). Be sure not miss current showings of "Great Bear Rainforest"â"a beautifully-crafted movie that transports viewers to stunning British Columbia to meet grizzlies, coastal wolves, sea otters and the all-white Spirit bear (the rarest bear on earth)."
- Museums, Family-Friendly Museums, Attractions near Cruise Port, Attractions near KeyArena at Seattle Center: "Calling all film buffs! The Pacific Science Center is a great spot to catch IMAX films (arrive early, though; the Center has a no-late-seating policy for both theaters)."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: The Pacific Science Center offers hands-on activities plus an Insect Zoo and IMAX films that will delight visitors of all ages.
- Best for Museums Because: The Pacific Science Center provides family-friendly fun in an educational atmosphere. Enjoy exhilarating hands-on exhibits plus IMAX films.
- Best for Family-Friendly Museums Because: The Pacific Science Center means hands-on activities, IMAX films and exhibits that will thrill the whole family.
- Best for Attractions near Cruise Port Because: The Pacific Science Center is a family-friendly destination that helps kids learn while having fun. Science and natural history thrive at this entertaining, hands-on venue.
- Best for Attractions near KeyArena at Seattle Center Because: The Pacific Science Center proves an ideal place to pass an afternoon--playing interactive games, watching an IMAX ad exploring educational exhibits.
