Pacific Science Center 200 Second Avenue North Seattle, WA 98109 (206) 443-2001

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If you want the budding scientists in your family to sing your praises, this is the place to go. It’s one of the coolest museums in town with a tidal pool touch tank, robotic insects, a butterfly house, and a science playground. Other offerings include laser shows, a planetarium, and two IMAX theaters where you can see the latest Hollywood blockbuster on a six-story, 80-foot wide screen and a variety of other films in 3-D.

Info: Adults $14, seniors 65 and older $12, children 6 to 15 $9, 3 to 5 $7, 2 and younger free

Hours: Daily 10am to 6pm

Age: Tdlr./Pre-Schl. (1-5), Elementary (5-9), Tween (9-12), Teen (12+)