The Museum of Flight

The Museum of Flight is one of the largest, non-proft air and space museums in the world.

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    (206) 764-5700

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    museumofflight.org

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    Science Museum

Address

9404 E Marginal Way S (at 96th Pl) Tukwila , WA 98108 United States

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Finn B

If 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!

Allie Caudle

Wow, 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.

Michal Aichinger

I 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 Florida

Douglas Gray

Talk 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!

Marek Macuga

If 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)

Jason Horowitz

Recommend 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.

Jan Kaptein

It'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!!

Ariana Voyer

Blown 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.

Kursad Albayraktaroglu

One 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.

Paris Buttfield-Addison

Enjoyable 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 .

Polly

The 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 .

Jake Yeaton

Even if you don't care for planes and Aviation. This place will knock your socks off! CHECK OUT THE World War exhibit .????????????????

Diana Arz

Absolutely amazing exhibitions ! One visit isn’t enough to see everything, I would definitely want to come back.

Chris R (thechristophe)

Come here early, you'll be spending all day being amazed. So much to see, board and marvel at.

Dave Alarcon

Very impressive place, this is my favorite museum ever, visit the concorde and all the amazing aircraft they have

Jonathan Ringdahl

The 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!

Cory Giovanella

Fantastic 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.

Jaimie Russell

Recently took my airplane obsessed toddler for Free First Thursday , he had a blast being able to run around and see all the cool planes !

Kevin Francis

Allow 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.

Bill Tng

History of flight. All the airframes. And you can your interior of commercial aircraft at the aviation gallery .

HummingBirdGeek

Very 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 .

Phuong Nguyen

There'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!

Jeb

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.

Matthew Phillips

Start with the cockpit displays in the Great Gallery : great audio introductions to instrumentation and helpful for understanding other exhibits .

Christina Dewey

The 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.

Jonathan Smith

The air pavilion is incredibly well done and let's you get close and go inside many aircraft . Worth checking out.

Nick Rodriguez

Great WW I and WW II exhibits . Pretty amazing to get to walk around inside Air Force One as well .

Errin P

Worth 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!

Charlie DeCoster

Everything is great. Very knowledgeable staff to explain the exhibits .

Hamdi Ben Lagha

Interesting museum ! Place to visit in Seattle but it's far from downtown

TruthorDare.us

We 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.

Vincent Filby

Don't miss the space exhibit across the road and for kids try the tower to hear ATC chatter and watch planes takeoff/land.

NASA

After 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!

Alejandro Rojo

The 2nd World War are is awesome, I liked that they showed exhibitions not only from both sides.

Jon B.

Exceptional collection of both civil and military aircraft . Make sure to check out the Aircraft Carrier 3D film .

Hannah Chessman

This 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 !

Tom Korocz

MUST SEE the Concorde and the shuttle trainer . Unlike the various shuttles around the country , you can go inside the trainer !

Chris G

"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."

Sharon Chafin

Make 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.

Alicia Gray

Free admission the first Thursday of every month 5-9pm. Lots of fun!!

Alfred Kateeb

✈️ very elegant and beautiful place to see about the history of aviation industry in the world.

Marce

To 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.

Paul Hadfield

The Apollo gallery is really good. This museum is huge, allow 4 hours for a thorough visit.

Tiffany Rogers

cool place to hangout and explore with kids. Being there once with my nephew and want to visit again.

Amelie Pedneault

We did one of the free guided tour and our guide was fantastic!!!

Angela Matson

Great exhibition with endless knowledge and too little time to explore. Really love the movies too

Mary Claire Couch

Take the tour of the Full Fuselage Trainer . So cool to see such a unique part of the Space Program. Worth every penny!

Dave Blaser

Triple A or government ID will get you a discount . Hops and props is an awesome event . Free parking .

Zachary Stephen Layton

The Museum of Flight is one of the largest, non-proft air and space museums in the world.

Kay D

Have comfortable shoes on and make sure you check out the Air Park across the street by the Space Museum !

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A good amount of space artifacts, and fairly cool interactive exhibits. Really good for kids - Javier Rodriguez

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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

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If you're interested in space, get the inside tour. It's fascinating but small. - Patrick Chamberlain