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Science Museum and History Museum
Tukwila
"One of the best aviation museums in the western hemisphere."(11 Tips)
"up with finding the aircraft"(10 Tips)"Recommend checking it out on a Free First Thursday."(7 Tips)
"Free admission the first Thursday of every month 5-9pm."(2 Tips)
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Finn BAugust 27, 2017If you are fascinated by aeroplanes, this is the museum for you! Enjoy the evolution of flight for more than a century. I was fortunate to travel on the Concorde in 1995 - great to step inside again!
Upvote22DownvoteUpvoted Feb 23- Allie CaudleAugust 17, 2018Wow, what a place to explore! Obviously a great place for kids, but I found myself wandering around in wonder the whole time. Go early, the museum closes at 5:00 PM daily.Upvote20Downvote
Michal AichingerDecember 29, 2017I like that they have here originals from Soviet space exploratory era. I like that they have Mig from Czech Republic there! It is great place to visit although most space artefacts are in KSC FloridaUpvote11Downvote
Douglas GrayMay 6, 2015Talk to the docents. There are some old retired Boeing engineers here that know everything there is to know about airplanes and space flight and history and they love to talk about it!
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Marek MacugaSeptember 3, 2016If you are in town this is a must see attraction. Plus if you are in planes reserve more than 4 hours for this its packed with "toys" and loaded with information (boeing history, WWII, NASA etc)
UpvoteDownvote- Jason HorowitzJanuary 5, 2019Recommend checking it out on a Free First Thursday. There's tons to see, so if you like it you can then get a membership. Tourists interested in aviation or Seattle history should visit. Worthwhile.UpvoteDownvote
Jan KapteinApril 5, 2014It's almost 10 years ago that I was here but it's feels like a memory of yesterday and I can't wait to come back again! What a marvelous great collection all brought together in one place. Visit!!Upvote7Downvote
Kursad AlbayraktarogluDecember 26, 2018One of the best aviation museums in the western hemisphere. Big collection of WWI & WWII aircraft; diverse collection of iconic aircraft such as the Concorde, B-29 and SR-71.UpvoteDownvote- Ariana VoyerSeptember 7, 2017Blown away by the size of this museum and all it has to offer. Impossible to read everything but if you have an interest/passion for the industry, it's a must-see. Allow about 3-4 hours time.
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PollyJuly 7, 2018The exhibits in the main building was great. Then walk over to the aviation building for more planes. And of course sign up for the Shuttle Flight trainer.
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Paris Buttfield-AddisonMarch 29, 2015Enjoyable museum. The docent-led tour of the WW1 and WW2 section was excellent. It's also fun to look through Air Force 1 and the original Boeing "Red Barn" Factory.Upvote1Downvote- Jake YeatonOctober 29, 2015Even if you don't care for planes and Aviation. This place will knock your socks off! CHECK OUT THE World War exhibit.😍😍😍😍Upvote1Downvote
Diana ArzJuly 4, 2018Absolutely amazing exhibitions! One visit isn’t enough to see everything, I would definitely want to come back.
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Chris R (thechristophe)June 12, 2024Come here early, you'll be spending all day being amazed. So much to see, board and marvel at.
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Jonathan RingdahlOctober 21, 2014The planes and space-related craft are awesome! It would be easy to spend 4-5 hours here. I couldn't see it all in 3 hours. Well worth the money!UpvoteDownvote- Dave AlarconAugust 22, 2015Very impressive place, this is my favorite museum ever, visit the concorde and all the amazing aircraft they have
UpvoteDownvote - Jaimie RussellNovember 11, 2014Recently took my airplane obsessed toddler for Free First Thursday, he had a blast being able to run around and see all the cool planes!
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Cory GiovanellaJune 16, 2013Fantastic museum both from what they have and how it's presented. This museum is even better than the Smithsonian. An entire day could easily be spent here.Upvote1Downvote
Kevin FrancisFebruary 9, 2015Allow a huge amount of time if you love planes. Love all the stories built around the exhibits. Especially love the Concorde and Air Force One that you can walk through.UpvoteDownvote
Bill TngDecember 30, 2016History of flight. All the airframes. And you can your interior of commercial aircraft at the aviation gallery.
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HummingBirdGeekSeptember 30, 2015Very interesting and highly informative, you can learn a lot and it is a good place for families to go, you can also sit in a few planes.UpvoteDownvote- Phuong NguyenMay 16, 2018There's so much to do, but it's never overwhelming. Visit their website for specific events. First Thursday of the month gives you a free visit!UpvoteDownvote
Become a member, get 15% off all your purchases, as well early access to tickets for the annual Hops and Props event which sells out quickly.UpvoteDownvote
Matthew PhillipsAugust 6, 2014Start with the cockpit displays in the Great Gallery: great audio introductions to instrumentation and helpful for understanding other exhibits.UpvoteDownvote
Christina DeweyOctober 18, 2015The WWI and WWII exhibit is the best. There is a small cafeteria for a quick bite and an interactive place of flight for smaller kids.UpvoteDownvote
Jonathan SmithNovember 11, 2016The air pavilion is incredibly well done and let's you get close and go inside many aircraft. Worth checking out.Upvote1Downvote
Nick RodriguezSeptember 6, 2014Great WW I and WW II exhibits. Pretty amazing to get to walk around inside Air Force One as well.
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Errin PMarch 25, 2013Worth going for just their space exhibits, which will take 3-4 hours. If you want to see everything then plan to spend the whole day!UpvoteDownvote
Charlie DeCosterJuly 1, 2018Everything is great. Very knowledgeable staff to explain the exhibits.
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Hamdi Ben LaghaMarch 24, 2015Interesting museum ! Place to visit in Seattle but it's far from downtown
UpvoteDownvote- TruthorDare.usNovember 13, 2012We dare you to visit the Aviation Learning Center and see what it's like being a pilot, follow that up with finding the aircraft you like best and photographing it.UpvoteDownvote
Don't miss the space exhibit across the road and for kids try the tower to hear ATC chatter and watch planes takeoff/land.UpvoteDownvote
NASAJune 18, 2012After a 30 year career training crews for every shuttle mission, NASA's FFT (Full Fuselage Trainer) is leaving its home at the Johnson Space Center in Houston Texas, bound for The Museum of Flight!Upvote28Downvote
Alejandro RojoOctober 25, 2016The 2nd World War are is awesome, I liked that they showed exhibitions not only from both sides.UpvoteDownvote
Jon B.September 3, 2017Exceptional collection of both civil and military aircraft. Make sure to check out the Aircraft Carrier 3D film.UpvoteDownvote
Sharon ChafinApril 14, 2017Make sure you visit the WWII exhibits where the W.A.S.P. show us what they did for the war efforts! Many are not aware of these women.Upvote1Downvote
Tom KoroczOctober 6, 2013MUST SEE the Concorde and the shuttle trainer. Unlike the various shuttles around the country, you can go inside the trainer!Upvote3Downvote
Chris GJanuary 8, 2012"Home of the only remaining M-21 variant ,Serial number 60-6940, of the A-12 blackbird. This particular bird was designed to carry the Lockheed D-21, which was a unmanned mach 3.35 recon drone."UpvoteDownvote- Alicia GrayMay 2, 2014Free admission the first Thursday of every month 5-9pm. Lots of fun!!Upvote2Downvote
Alfred KateebMay 29, 2017✈️ very elegant and beautiful place to see about the history of aviation industry in the world.UpvoteDownvote
Paul HadfieldSeptember 1, 2017The Apollo gallery is really good. This museum is huge, allow 4 hours for a thorough visit.UpvoteDownvote
Hannah ChessmanSeptember 29, 2017This might sound obvious, but there is not much here for you if you are not into airplanes. Duh, I know. I went to give it a shot because it was so highly rated, but it wasn't really my jam. Oh well!Upvote1Downvote
Tiffany RogersJuly 9, 2019cool place to hangout and explore with kids. Being there once with my nephew and want to visit again.UpvoteDownvote
MarceNovember 14, 2013To travel from the Airport, take the train to Tukwilla Station and then bus 124. From Seattle downton take bus 24 which then becomes 124 when leaves the city. To travel back to the city, take the 124.Upvote1Downvote- Amelie PedneaultMarch 18, 2016We did one of the free guided tour and our guide was fantastic!!!UpvoteDownvote
Angela MatsonSeptember 25, 2018Great exhibition with endless knowledge and too little time to explore. Really love the movies tooUpvoteDownvote
Mary Claire CouchOctober 15, 2013Take the tour of the Full Fuselage Trainer. So cool to see such a unique part of the Space Program. Worth every penny!UpvoteDownvote- Dave BlaserMarch 2, 2015Triple A or government ID will get you a discount. Hops and props is an awesome event. Free parking.UpvoteDownvote
Zachary Stephen LaytonDecember 8, 2015The Museum of Flight is one of the largest, non-proft air and space museums in the world.Upvote1Downvote- Alaa ShakerAugust 19, 2014Tip: Head straight to the Space/NASA section, then see the actual planes.. then go back to see the rest of the museum.UpvoteDownvote
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- 8.9
"A good amount of space artifacts, and fairly cool interactive exhibits. Really good for kids"
Javier Rodriguez - 8.3
"Purchasing a membership pack for $80 covers two adults for twelve months and four guest passes. You also get 15% discount in the shop. Free entry to other museums worldwide."
David B - 5.1
"Come early before the sandwiches get soggy :/)"
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- 8.9
"This is an absolutely fabulous museum. Lots to see and do but bring the hand sanitizer, as there is also a lot to touch! Plan on at least 3 full hours to see everything."
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