Children's Museums

Pacific Science Center

Name: Pacific Science Center
Address: 200 Sue Bird Ct N, Seattle, WA 98109, Seattle, WA, US
Telephone: (206) 443-2001
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (7488 reviews)

📍 200 Sue Bird Ct N, Seattle, WA 98109

📞 (206) 443-2001

🌐 www.pacificsciencecenter.org/?utm_source=local&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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About Pacific Science Center

Museum with immersive rotating exhibits. Rotating science exhibits plus laser light shows, a tropical butterfly house & IMAX movie theaters. Pacific Science Center offers a dedicated Harry Styles laser light show that runs Saturday nights at 9 p.m., representing a unique celebrity-themed entertainment offering at the museum. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,488 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Science Center
Best For: All ages, PreK–8 grades for camps
Highlights: IMAX theater, Planetarium shows, LEGO Artemis Adventure, laser shows
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Special: Membership available, over 100 camp experiences

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Pacific Science Center offers a dedicated Harry Styles laser light show that runs Saturday nights at 9 p.m., representing a unique celebrity-themed entertainment offering at the museum
⭐The museum features a tropical butterfly house exhibit that generates significant visitor interest with 142 mentions in reviews, making it one of the most discussed attractions
⭐General admission includes unlimited access to Planetarium shows and daytime laser shows with free timed tickets, making these typically premium experiences included in the base admission
⭐The museum offers award-winning camps with over 100 various STEM-focused experiences for students in grades PreK–8, plus a 'Science on Wheels' traveling program that extends educational reach beyond the physical location

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Book Planetarium shows well in advance as they have limited capacity and sell out quickly. Timed tickets are free with general admission but must be reserved ahead of time.
💡For the laser dome shows, bring a pillow and blanket to lay on the floor for the best viewing experience, though seating is available around the edges if you prefer not to recline.
💡Pacific Science Center is highly optimized for children with hands-on interactive exhibits and even includes a sensory room for kids who get overstimulated—plan accordingly if visiting as an adult seeking traditional museum-style exhibits.
💬Allow at least 2-3 hours for your visit to experience multiple exhibits and shows. Note that the Denny Way entrance is currently closed, so plan your arrival route accordingly.
💬Membership programs are available and may provide good value if you plan multiple visits. Consider whether the unlimited Planetarium and daytime laser show access justifies membership costs versus single-visit admission.