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Pacific Science Center Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

200 Second Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109-4895

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Hours Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 10am-6pm
Location Seattle Center. Located under the arches close to the Space Needle., Seattle Center & Lake Union
Transportation Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 13, 15, 16, 18, 24, 30, or 33. Monorail: From Westlake Center at Pine St. and Fourth Ave
Phone +1 206 443 2001, +1 206 443 4629 for IMAX information, or 1+206 443 2850 for laser-show information
Web site www.pacsci.org
Prices Admission $14adults, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6-12, $7 ages 3-5, free for children 2 and under. IMAX $8-$11 adults, $7.50-$9.75 seniors, $7-$8.75 ages 6-12, $6-$8.75 ages 3-5, free for children 2 and under. Laser show US$5-US$8. Various discounted combination tickets available

Review of Pacific Science Center

Although its exhibits are aimed primarily at children, the Pacific Science Center is fun for all ages. The main goal of this sprawling complex at Seattle Center is to teach kids about science and to instill a desire to study it. To that end, kids can investigate life-size robotic dinosaurs, a butterfly house and insect village (with giant robotic insects), a Tech Zone where they can play virtual-reality soccer or challenge a robot to tic-tac-toe, and dozens of other fun hands-on exhibits addressing the biological sciences, physics, and chemistry. Throughout the year there are special events that are guaranteed to keep your kids entertained for hours. There's a planetarium for learning about the skies (and laser shows for the fun of it), plus an IMAX theater. Be sure to check the schedule for special exhibits when you're in town.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.



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