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Museum of Flight

9404 E Marginal Way S · Seattle, WA

Why you should go…

Set on the site of Boeing's first factory, the Museum of Flight displays more than 175 aircraft and spacecraft, including a full-size space shuttle trainer and the first jet Air Force One. Exhibits trace flight from the Wright brothers through the space race.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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