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Being an avid ANIMAL LOVER I always try to get down to this absolutely magnificent zoo whenever I'm in Seattle.
I highly recommend this as a 'MUST SEE' !!!
THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO TAKE THE ENTIRE FAMILY!!!
HOURS:
(Open 365 days a year including holidays)*
March 15 to April 30: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily
May 1 to September 14: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily
September 15 to October 14: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily
October 15 to March 14: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily
*The North Gate off N. 59th St. & Phinney Ave. N. is closed during the fall/winter season.
ADMISSION:
(Visa, MasterCard, American Express, personal checks and cash accepted)
Adult (13-64) $10.00
Child (3-12) $7.00
Toddler (0-2) FREE
There is a $2.00 discount from regular admission prices for persons with disabilities and senior citizens (65 years+).
PARKING:
$3.50 for Cars, $10.00 RVs and Buses
Eating Opportunities:
1. 'Rain Forest Food Pavilion'~
Inside the zoo's West Gate across from Jaguar Cove, the Pavilion offers indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms and an ATM.
2. 'Outback Cafe'~
Across from the Raptor Center with BBQ, hotdogs.
3. 'Trail Side Treat'; 'Savanna Snacks' ; & 'Bear Necessities' ~
Snack shacks are located along main zoo path.
4. You may also bring your own food, but no barbeque equipment or stoves, and no alcoholic beverages are allowed. Leave a Comment Address: South Gate Entrance located at N. 50th and FremPhone: (206) 684-4800Website: %cbhttp://www.zoo.org/
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After seeing the fish mongers in Pike Market you owe it to yourself (and the fish) to hike down the hill and visit the aquarium. Here you'll be able to see the very same creatures alive and well in a naturalistic exhibit. You'll also be able to get aquainted with the various animals -- invertebrate, avian and mammalian -- you'll see when you go out to the coast.
As always, you'll enjoy the aquarium most if you've done some homework. Before coming to Seattle you should definitely read a book on the natural history of Puget Sound. The deep, cold waters of the sound, combined with our temperate rainforest climate create a unique environment worthy of study and protection. Seattle's long history of fishing and environmentalism make us the perfect place for an aquarium along the lines of the great Monterey Bay Aquarium with an entirely local focus. Unfortunately, we don't yet have an angel like the Packard family to make this dream a reality. So come to the aquarium with only moderate expectations: the interpretation of exhibits is not the best. But the animals are still there for you to get aquainted with.
Admission is $11. Leave a Comment
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The Seattle Aquarium is excellent. I used to be a kindergarten teacher and every year we would take our classes to visit this amazing center. I have been to several aquariums along the northwest and would say this one deffinitely ranks high on the list. Leave a Comment Address: 1483 Alaska Way, Seattle WA 98101Phone: 206.386.4300Directions: Downtown on the water frontWebsite: www.seattleaquarium.org
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Includes more than 380 species of birds, fish, invertebrates and marine mammals. Interesting features are the 400,000 gallon underwater dome (shown), pacific coral reef, tide pool exhibit, sea otters, water shed and salmon stream.
Open: Daily 10-5
Memorial Day to Labor Day: 10-7
Admission: $9.00 adults
Children: 6-14 $8.00, 3-5 $4.25
Auto Club (AAA) discounts
IMAX theatre next door Leave a Comment Address: 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WAPhone: 206-386-4320
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Let's begin with hours and prices. I warn you, the entrance fee for the aquarium is very pricey, but worth it. Adult 13 and up cost $11.00, Youth 6-12 are $7.00, Child 3-5 are $5.00 and Child 2 and under are free. The aquarium is open from 10-5 every day of the year, reduced hours on holidays are 10-3 I think. Ok, the Aquarium is home to a variety of native species such as salmon, sea and river otters, beavers, seals, snakes, squirells, frogs, puffins and other native birds, and a number of interesting fish and starfish. Leave a Comment Address: 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101Phone: (206)386-4300Directions: The Aquarium is actually located on a pier on the Seattle waterfront, it's pier 59.Website: http://www.seattleaquarium.org/
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This zoo is amazing - not the cruel type of zoo where animals are left in sterile cages, but 92 acres of parkland divided up into several geographic zones - everything from exotic Asian rainforest, a Thai elephant forest, and African savanna and a rugged northern region. You'll find all kinds of animals - apes, tapirs, lions, giraffes, zebras, snakes, gorillas, elephants, frogs, birds, otters, mountain goats, wolves, bears and more! Leave a Comment Address: 5500 Phinney Avenue N, SeattleWebsite: www.zoo.org
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Here is a picture of the Aquarium I got from the Washington State ferry. I also walked by it a couple of times when exploring the waterfront.
Unfortunately for me it closes at 5:00 pm in May and with my around the clock schedule the doors where all locked when I got there.
So that is my only tip go there earlier! On the web site you'll see it does look like a nice facility. Leave a Comment
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As an elementary school teacher, I visit these two sites with regularity: The Seattle Aquarium and the Woodland Park Zoo.
The Aquarium is located at the midpoint of Seattle's tourist oriented waterfront - on the west edge of downtown.
The aquarium is small compared with the likes of Monteray and San Diego - but I like it none the less.
There is a great underwater viewing dome, a fascinating trip through a Salmon's life cycle, and dozens of beautiful aquariums. Don't miss the octopi exhibits. Puget Sound is home to the largest Octopi in the world.
Further to the north is the Woodland Park Zoo. Again, it is small but well done. I grew up in San Diego - so I know what a good zoo is like. This is a good zoo, just on a small scale. All the exhibits are in natural settings. The admission price is reasonable, and parking is usually easy. If you are traveling with kids, these are great places to see. Leave a Comment Address: 50th & Phinney or the Central WaterfrontDirections: Take Aurora north and exit at Greenlake. Turn under the highway and the Zoo will be on your right at the top of the hill. The Aquarium is on Alaskan way next to Waterfront Park. Park under the viaduct or in a nearby lot/garage.
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I would rate this aquarium as one of the best I've ever been to, even better than Monterey Bay! There are so many wonderful exhibits, so many beautiful pieces of sea-inspired art, I can't choose what I liked the most. There is even a salmon ladder to show visitors the vigorous journey salmon take upstream. It is great for kids and visitors of all ages. As an added bonus, this place was included in the City Pass, so we saved money on admission. We went during the morning, just before the crowds, so we had the place to ourselves. Leave a Comment Address: 1483 Alaskan WayDirections: Pier 59 on the main waterfront downtownOther Contact: www.seattle-visitor.com
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And just about a 1/4 mile ~ 3 streets down on Pier 59 is the Aquarium.
Two levels of otters, sharks, fish hatchery etc.
A good touristy thing to do and kids will dig it.
Another good place also to duck in if it sprinkles on you.
Right in the middle of a bunch of shops and places to eat as well, so it's a good "midday" stop for lunch.
Tickets are $12, between $5 and $8 for kids. Leave a Comment Address: 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59Phone: 206.386.4300Directions: Pier 59 Center in back behind the shops, hanging out over the water.Website: http://www.seattleaquarium.org/
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