Went to see the Odesza Laser show! Its definitely a lot of…read morefun, a family friendly event, and in an area where you can explore much more as well. We walked right in, no line. The staff was very courteous and helpful. When you enter the dome is really cool, you can lay down or sit on chairs. We laid down but by the thirty minute mark your body starts to ache a little. Also the show was not directly overhead rather slightly forward facing (most of the time) so you should think about bringing a pillow! Right when the show started the lasers were pretty sub par, but by the middle they added more lasers from different directions and smoke which really elevated the visuals to the next step. The music started off wayyy too loud, my ears adjusted over time but afterwards it was hard to hear ppl next to me. There's really no need for it to be that loud when we're so close to the speakers and we're not competing with audience cheers. Was a fun hour spent! But I think there is much more room for improvement.

Went to the Ariana Grande show a few weeks ago! There's a live DJ, and she encouraged us to sing,…read morecheer, do whatever and have fun. There's were not a ton of people at my show, most of us were leaned back and relaxed on seats though halfway through the show a few people went to lie on the ground under the dome. Loved the song choices of the DJ, and the accompanying lasers were really fun! And for the price, it's overall a great way to spend an evening!

I gave a lecture here today on the geology of Mars. Beautiful place and friendly staff. The…read moreauditorium is also large and great for lectures.

Incredibly Engaging and Fun for Young Kids!…read more We visited the Pacific Science Center with our four and six-year-old boys, and it was a highly engaging experience that kept their attention--even after a packed day coming straight from the Space Needle, the Chihuly Museum, and an IMAX screening. The museum is massive with a fantastic variety of interactive, hands-on exhibits. A personal favorite of mine was the beautiful Tropical Butterfly House, which was a wonderful treat (and unlike our experience in NYC, it didn't require a separate booking or fee). Our boys absolutely loved the outdoor water play area and spent a significant amount of time building in the special Artemis Adventure LEGO exhibition. They also had a blast in the Maker room creating ink art and clay builds. Because they are quite young, they also thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated many of the core installations in the main exhibit hall. Our only disappointment was that we weren't able to secure a booking for the planetarium during our visit. Overall, this is a high-value and engaging destination for families with children. I highly recommend adding it to your Seattle itinerary if you have the time!

We visited the Pacific Science Center using the Seattle C3 Pass, and it was one of the best…read moreattractions included in the pass. Located right next to the Space Needle, it was an easy and convenient walk over. Our pass included the K-Pop Demon Hunters laser light show, which lasted about 30 minutes. It was entertaining for the kids and surprisingly relaxing for the adults, making it a fun bonus experience. The Science Center itself was packed with engaging, hands-on educational activities for both children and adults. In fact, we were so busy participating in the exhibits that I barely took any photos! We explored topics such as physics, Earth science, optical illusions, how the brain works, AI, STEAM activities, and other interactive sensory experiences. Every exhibit encouraged learning through participation, making it enjoyable for all ages. One of the highlights was the Butterfly Pavilion, where we even had the opportunity to feed the butterflies. It was a memorable experience and a favorite for our family. Overall, the Pacific Science Center offers a wonderful combination of education and entertainment. Whether you're visiting with kids or simply enjoy interactive learning, it's a fantastic place to spend several hours exploring, discovering, and having fun.

My visit to the Columbia Tower Observatory on the 73rd floor was nothing short of amazing. The…read moreviews are absolutely breathtaking--truly one of those experiences where you find yourself stopping just to take it all in. Seeing Seattle from that height gives you a completely new appreciation for the city and its surroundings. What made the visit even more enjoyable was the staff. Every employee I encountered was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and genuinely pleasant. Their warmth made the experience feel even more special, and it was clear they take pride in creating a positive atmosphere for visitors. One observation I did have relates to the elevator experience. It has been two years since my last visit, and unfortunately, the elevator's video system is still not functioning. I remember when the observatory first opened, and the video played during the ride up--it added an engaging and memorable element to the experience. Without it, the ride feels noticeably less enjoyable. Interestingly, others seemed to feel the same way. I mentioned how long the video system has been out of service while riding up, and a couple riding up with us--visiting from Australia--commented that it would have been nice to have something to watch during the ascent. As an alternative, it might be a wonderful opportunity for the elevator operator to share a few interesting facts during the ride up. A brief, engaging introduction--highlighting that this is the tallest building in Seattle, along with a bit of history about its construction and facts about its tenants--could really enhance the experience and help pass the time in a meaningful way. Additionally, with all three video screens currently not working and visibly cracked, addressing this issue would make a noticeable difference. Either repairing or replacing the screens--or even temporarily covering them--would create a much more polished and welcoming feel for visitors and help elevate the overall experience. You can't beat the view though!

If you're deciding between the Sky View Observatory and the Space Needle, I'd strongly consider Sky…read moreView. The experience felt much more laid back, with fewer crowds and plenty of space to take in the views. It is also technically taller than the Space Needle. The observatory floor goes all the way around and has lots of helpful information and displays explaining what you're looking at, which made the experience more engaging than simply taking photos from an observation deck. There's also a café w/ bar upstairs, making it easy to relax and spend some time enjoying the scenery. One of the biggest advantages is that you get incredible panoramic views of Seattle including the Space Needle itself, which makes for some great photo opportunities. We got lucky and it was a beautiful afternoon and were able to watch the sunset from there. Between the views, the atmosphere, and the overall value, this ended up being one of my favorite stops in Seattle.

There are about seven or eight sections for kids to play and explore, plus an outdoor area. It was…read morevery interactive and stimulating for my 17-month-old, and I appreciated that everything was well-maintained and very clean. The downsides are the limited parking and crowding. There are only about ten parking spots at the building, and nothing else within two blocks. You can't park at the library next door--there was a very over-zealous parking attendant questioning people who tried--and there's no street parking either. That's a real inconvenience in the rain with young children. I went on a Tuesday morning, and it was still very packed. It doesn't seem like they limit entry, and it felt overwhelming with so many kids. We did catch a storytime session, but it was hard to see or hear anything past the first row since the microphones weren't working. Overall, it was an okay experience --fun for little ones but very crowded and a bit pricey for a half-day activity.

We brought our 2-yr-old here and she absolutely had a blast. We ended up buying the 1 year…read moremembership so we can keep coming back to play. They do offer a small gift shop with various educational toys, activities and snacks, but they encourage parents to bring snacks. It's wheelchair friendly, but they do ask that you leave your stroller in the covered designated area, or in your car. We just brought our diaper bag and snacks, but visited the car a few times for snack breaks, which you're more than ok to do, as they allow you to come and go as you need to.

Easy five stars here because of the many flight exhibits (inside and outside) including a 1903…read moreWright Brothers reproduction, WWI planes, WWII planes, various Boeing aircraft, a supersonic Concorde, a Mercury capsule, Apollo command and lunar ascent modules and a space shuttle trainer. The Red Barn area features Boeing's original manufacturing facility, which dates back to 1909. I also enjoyed the reasonable ticket price, the great mass transit access, the nice Wings Café and the first-rate gift shop. Excellent!!!

Neat little spot! First Thursday of the month is free admission from 5pm-9pm. You can easily spend…read morehours here! I only got through a portion with it the time I had but super cool & will be back.

Me and my husband did this for Valentine's Day and I thought it was a really sweet fun way to spend…read moretime together. Be prepared to take lots of photos. Have fun with it to selfies be silly. Be serious be sexy be whatever you want. Lucky for us it wasn't too busy. There's a few couples here and there there's a first floor and a second floor so you don't feel like you're encroaching on each other. One complaint is some of the camera holders were broken or loose, but because it wasn't too busy you were able to pull from other stations. Props were lots of fun. Some backgrounds made more sense than others but either way it's a great idea. Have fun with it!

This place is a joke! It Is just waste of time and money!…read moreThe only thing It has is settings to take your own picture and to pretend you are a playing dress up... like preschoolers and kindergartens... nothing more nothing less. Seattle has better places to visit.

Worth every single bucks spent for the ticket. I am neither even artistic, nor huge fan of art but…read moreevery single art piece there has gotten me in huge awe!! They're just so impressive, how complicated they were, and they just blew my mind on how BIG the efforts put making them into these final displays especially in those gigantic size. Couldn't even believe how someone could invent those solid ideas! The mix of indoor and outdoor sections came in such unexpected nice surprise, including the live demo coming throughout the day. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AND TOTALLY WORTH EACH MINUTE SPENT THERE!

So glad to finally be able to come appreciate the exquisite glass art pieces here, after hearing…read moreabout them from several friends who either live in the area or have visited before. All I can say is that photos do not do them justice. They are by far grander, more intricate, and more impressive in person than any picture can portray. Every room in the gallery had a different theme, displaying the gorgeous pieces to full effect on shiny black platforms that reflected the light from the glass sculptures. Just so beautiful! I also really enjoyed watching the mini films about the making of the glass masterpieces in Chihuly's glass blowing workshop as well as the live demonstration just outside the museum!

Visited the Burke Museum at UW today- The Paleontology section is vastly expanded with many…read morecomplete skeletons and good coverage of the evolution of organisms over hundreds of millions of years, paleontology & NW indigenous culture. One downside is they've removed the display of NW Native American masks that used to be a core part of the presentation. When I asked why they said those are now available online. Thursdays admission is free

So much to see here! All of the staff we spoke to were so friendly and gave great customer service…read more- a true rarity these days. We most recently visited so my kiddo could check out the Dino exhibit. Online/on the website they had mentioned fossil digs so my kid was really looking forward to that. When we went through all 4 levels of the museum though, there was no fossil dig to be found. After asking staff , they mentioned it's only once or twice a year. A bit of a bummer since that's the main thing my kid wanted to do! Just 1 star off for that. The husky scavenger hunt kind of made up for it! If you're coming with a kid they'll offer the scavenger hunt & I'd highly recommend it to make the visit more interesting for the little ones! All in all I definitely recommend checking out the Burke Museum & also stop by Off the Rez (connected cafe) while you visit!