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We loved this museum. There was so much to see and a lot to learn. We are not huge aviation experts or fans but we really enjoyed wandering around and looking at the exhibits. A nice mix of indoor and outdoor. We had also just returned from an Alaska trip so the information boards about the start of aviation in Alaska was really interesting for us. I particularly appreciated the focus on the contribution of women pilots during WWII aviation. Not something that you see highlighted very often and it was incredibly interesting.
You need all day to properly visit - at least 4 or 5 hours. They have many, many airplanes, mostly commercial.
The MD-21. The Docents were great especially Callahan. Very nice space museum. Great staff. Nice little store.
Omg this has been one of the best experiences I have had, the museum is awesome so much information and if you a plane enthusiast make sure you visit the museum of flights, from my drop off with uber I was fascinated and amazed the way everything in this museum been put together and make sure you allow plenty of time to experience it
Before any details let me tell you a visit to this museum should be considered an all day event and also should be a must see when you are in the Seattle area.
Based on what we had read we arrived after lunch planning on spending 2 to 3 hours. 4.5 hours later, feeling like we rushed through the main campus we left without even crossing over to the west campus-our loss.
At entrance, pricing seems a bit high but there are all sorts of discounts that can reduce the charge-senior, AAA and being a veteran discounts. Staff is very helpful in this matter. You will also be given a pamphlet to guide you around the museum. Also, if you have a few days there is a substantial discount for a 2nd day visit within a week.
While there are tours available, you can see everything as your own guide. Throughout, there are docents to answer your questions and tell you stories-we found this most enjoyable in the World War 2 exhibit.
The East Campus is fantastic with exhibits about the Space Program, Planes of all eras, Aircraft and Air warfare during the World Wars (1 and 2) and Vietnam War. There also is the red barn with stories about the history of Boeing.
What we missed due to time constraints was the West Campus with more about the Space Program and a full pavilion of aircraft that you can personally check out.
There is a cafe in the East Campus where you can take a break. Also a shop to pick up some items to bring home for the kids or friends.
The entire facility is well maintained and kept immaculately clean.
Might be the best museum I have ever visited. You don't need kids to enjoy yourself
The flight simulators are fantastic. Getting to go inside the planes is awesome. The docents are so knowledgeable.
The gold standard of Aviation museums is Smithsonian Air & Space Museums in Washington, DC. The Museum of Flight comes in 2nd. It was informative and had many items of interest. Their outside original aircrafts, 747, 787 Dreamliner, Air Force One was the best. These weren't models but the original aircrafts. We spent 4+ hours there.
An incredible experience for aviation lovers. He has a lot to improve, but he's still amazing. World War I and II aircraft, Korean War, commercial aircraft, engines and parts of the Apollo and Soviet missions.
This was an unexpectedly great experience. We spent twice the length of time that we had planned. Just so much to see and such helpful guides who knew all the answers
If you're interested in anything aviation or rocket related, this is the place for you! So much to see you can't do it in one day. You can learn about early aviation, WWI, WW II, Apallo missions, Vietnam all through the eyes of aviation.
The museum has an incredible selection of both life sized models, real planes/rockets/ space machines/ posters and much more, accompanied with great labelling and guides that will answer your specific questions. A great place for a family visit. Very well set out. I for two hours, but you could definitely spend far more time.
Planes, planes & planes, oh also space craft! This was a great museum to visit, not into planes especially but could appreciate the exhibits on view. Its pretty amazing how much stuff they can fit into this place. Quite easy to get to from downtown Seattle, we used the red line bus which stops right outside the museum, took about 30mins to get there and if you're using the Orca card and the $3 daily pass then its superb value.
We went to the Museum of Flight on 5/18/23. This museum was very interesting and well worth the visit, if you are fascinated by airplanes. I would recommend this place.
What a great aviation museum! We visited on a rainy Saturday and despite the large number of people it never felt crowded.
When we arrived we were greeted by one of the museum volunteers, Keith. He was very friendly, helpful and eager to tell us all about the museum and which displays were located in which parts of the facility and explained the map/brochure in detail.
The facility is well laid out and has a good balance of airplanes on display, an entire section on space travel, as well as a few interactive displays that are great for aviation enthusiasts of all ages.
We really enjoyed the aircraft that were displayed outside (open air, but covered so you stay out to the rain) and had fun being able to see the interior of a B747, B787, Air Force One and a retired Concorde.
For us, it was worth the price of admission. Discounts are available on the entrance fee, see details on their website. They offer a AAA discount and offered the same discount with our CAA card.
Some of the classic aircraft are on exhibit as well as informative exhibits.
Ability to enter the Concorde and Air Force One were high points.
Loved the high altitude spy plane as well.
Helpful staff and reasonable prices.
When I visited the museum I didn't expect it to be so large and that I would spend so much time there. It is definitely worth visiting even if you aren't an aviation enthusiast. There are exhibits that show artefacts from the space race age all the way up to modern space exploration. Another area simulating a control tower which explains how air traffic control works. The inside hangar has aircraft from different ages including fighter jets and helicopters. There is also a large exhibit of world war one and two aircraft with other artefacts and stories about the pilots that flew them. The highlight for me was the larger hangar with much larger aircraft you can see from the inside including a concorde, an old boeing air force one and even a modern day dreamliner (787). There was also a very interesting exhibit when we visited that showed how Disney contributed to the war effort during WW2. I cannot recommend this place enough.
The collection includes everything from early flight pioneers like the Wright brothers to modern marvels like the Concorde and the Space Shuttle. The Boeing 747 was cool to walk through.
I am not a airplane person but I truly enjoyed the visit at the museum. There were so many things to see. We had a wonderful tour with the museum guide Art. He was extremely knowledgeable and very pleasant to converse and in 30 minutes I learned so much about the history of mail delivery and the history of how Boeing founded his company. You could visit so many planes inside in the Aviation Pavilion. Also, I was pleasantly surprised to see a lot of old fighters and artifacts from the WWI and WWII. A museum worth visiting.
Many airplanes from early 1900’s -2020’s and plenty of panels detailing history and manufacturing of these multiple flying machines. What is missing, however, are interactive exhibits that give you a realistic “feel” for these machines. Lots to see but little to connect viewer with the exhibits.
A beautiful aviation museum that covers all periods. You have to take your time. The beginnings of aviation, the first and second world wars second and in a newer hall Concorde an old air force one, a 747.
Guides that explain you with kindness.
Obviously Vietnam and the apollo program.
A bus can get you from central Seattle very convenient.
Really very interesting and exciting.
I forgot the Boeing saga because we're on their territory ✈️
The museum is in two parts, a short drive away from each other. Don’t forget to make time to visit both!!!
Each artifact was in Fantastic shape! There are several older veterans walking around Extremely ready to give you facts and stories!!! A Mr. Cord (retired A6 pilot) gave a presentation on carrier landings, very interesting and entertaining!
My 3 year old grandson had a ball checking out the different exhibits and playing in the kids area!
So much history!!!
This is a very well done museum. It's not a kids museum, though they have some things that a kid will enjoy. I think some families there were expecting more of a kid experience. I went with my (mature) 7 year old. She enjoyed it, though there were some stretches she was a little bored for. It's really neat to be able to go into the planes, which are not only in the aviation pavilion, but sprinkled throughout (they aren't labelled, so it's easy to miss areas that have them). The control tower that is really broadcasting from the airport is very cool. Had I not been with a child, I would really have loved to linger over the World War I and II exhibits. I would say this is a great museum for adults who have a love of history and planes. I'd skip it if you have very young children or children who aren't patient (like to run around with little ability to focus on details). There is a lot of reading and learning in the exhibits. Based on the reviews of not great food, we brought our lunch -- there are various seating areas for eating. Plan to spend the day there. There is a lot to see. I'm glad we went.
Fantastic! Visitors are able to tour an Air Force One, a Concord, and so many others. There are excellent examples of most types of places to guide you through the history of flight. The progress in the early years is crazy to see. We were there during a very busy event, but the staff were all very friendly and worked quickly. Most seem to be interested in aviation beyond it being a job to them. Highly recommended.
Excellent! Great to have staff there as we needed to give us the history as apprpraie to the craft we were viewing.
Looked forward to this visit but disappointed. More interesting was the Boeing plant in Everett, Wa. Residents of Tucson, Az and home of one of the best air museums in the world. More aircraft, more hands on opportunities. Also many items in the museum not working, like elevators and hands on exhibits.
The museum of flight has an outstanding and large collection of much more than just Boeing airplanes. Plan a full day to take it all in. Best to first visit the Aviation Gallery and than the main building, to beat the crowds.
Brilliant place - so glad we stopped here.
There are so many exhibits, you could spend an entire day and still not take in everything.
The space exhibit has masses of brilliant items, loads of Apollo information, including part of the Lunar Module, a lunar rover and even, behind glass, a small piece of moon rock.
Planes include the US Blackbird, an Air Force One, and best of all, a British Airways Concorde.
So many things to see, laid out very well - thoroughly recommend visiting this museum.
There is SO much to see ~ but we had nothing else planned for the day and spent hours wandering through all of the building displays. SO informative, geared to meet the needs of both adults (excellent topics and informative explanations) and children (lots of hands-on exhibits). Next time we return to Seattle, we'll be tempted to visit it again!
I dragged my wife to this museum and in the end she did not want to leave. The museum provides a nice history of commercial flight and occupied two large pavilions. We only spent two hours here but could easily have spent much more as there were whole sections of the museum we did not visit. We came primarily because we wanted to walk inside an SST, a Boeing 747 and one of the Air Force 1’s used by President Johnson, but there is so much more here.
Most airplane musuems simply show you old (usual military) planes used in the past. This museum really wanted to show you all aspects of commercial flight including different types of planes used but also exhibits on everything from famous pilots (Lindbergh and Emilia Earnhardt) to the origin of female flight attendants to exhibits on space exploration or the science of gravity. We had visited the Johnson space center in Houston last year but this place was as informative and entertaining. I can see why it is considered one of the top attractions in Seattle.
This museum is not to be missed when visiting Seattle! It is fantastic! Provides a highly informative chronology and historical perspective from the beginning of flight, world wars, and space travel! Plan on about 4 hours to see everything!
We spent an interesting 3 hours or so here - you could spend far longer, especially if immersed in the WW1 and 2 areas. Highlights included those areas, along with the opportunity to climb aboard a former Air Force One and concorde. Take the chance to talk to the many guides/attendants as they are very knowledgeable and clearly love their roles at the museum.
Great days experience. Maybe a better direction would have helped us. We weren’t sure if we had missed anything. The map was good but a directive would have been better. Still a great day out and worth the drive to Seattle.
This was probably my 5th visit to the museum dating back to around 1999. It never ceases to amaze me how the museum changes for the better on each visit. All of my favorite planes and artifacts are still here plus more. On each visit there have been additions and enhancements to the exhibits and the building itself. On my first visit it was just the main museum and Red Barn. On this visit the pavilion and Vietnam War Memorial are new to me. I really enjoyed going aboard the Concord, Air Force One, and the Dreamliner. If you like aviation this is a must see.
I am an airplane enthusiast myself, and I have the opportunity to see almost all the airplanes at once! It's great! And my child is also an airplane enthusiast, and he bought several airplane toys and models. The only downside is that there is no place to eat. There is a place that sells simple meals. This museum is very large and usually takes 4 hours to see it all!
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Went with my aerospace engineer husband and enjoyed the experience much more than I anticipated. The staff includes a lot of veterans who are very engaging and knowledgeable. There were so many kinds of displays, from miniature models to galleries to static aircraft displays. We especially enjoyed going on board the space shuttle trainer and many of the aircraft in the Aviation Pavilion. I was disappointed that the Concorde was closed for repairs the day we visited.
We used to live in Washington DC and are very familiar with the Air and Space Museum. This is an amazing museum easily matches the excitement of our national treasure. Wow. Plan on more time! We were there for almost 4 hours on our last day in town and could have spent another 4. My wife agreed.
Don't believe me? We saw maybe 1/2 of the exhibits and watched no movies. Women may find the extensive displays about woman pilots. There are 1-2 minute bios on all sorts of inventors, pilots, scientists, business leaders, including WWii German aviation pioneers. There is an interactive display on the hunt to shoot down Yamamoto in the Pacific with P38s.
I am not a model builder, but tucked away in a corner is a display of perhaps 300 planes. Some built from kits, many built from scratch. There is a lot of Boeing history and part of the museum is the red barn, Boeing's first factory.
The curators did a clever job of adding multiple vintage radio that could be "tuned" to five broadcasts. In the World War 1 &2 halls there are great sound effects of fighters zooming by. Duck!
Plan on allocating more time. This is an outstanding museum with artifacts, video, historic aircraft, personal stories....and yes there is stuff on going to space.
Huge museum with lots of airplanes; spent three hours and just saw the basics; great WWI and WWII plane exhibits, along with all of the commercial planes.
The Space Shuttle is a must to appreciate its size and magnitude LIKE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT SUCH AS THE CONCORD AND THE DREAMLINER
My golly this place is fascinating. We could have spent a whole day just in the world wars section (very impressed at how even-handed the display was, the ordinary men the focus, not the rights and wrongs of the governments that sent them into battle), and with just a day we had to skip some sections.
Luckily the cafe is good - the salad was the best museum meal I've had in the U.S. - so we took an occasional break, looking out at the working runway outside.
The exhibits are informative and involving - pitched to a wide range of ages, though possibly the under 8s might get bored. We were lucky to be able to go on a weekday, so it wasn't too crowded: I'd imagine school holiday times could get noisy.
Lifts make this a very accessible visit for those with limited mobility, apart from the aircraft - the usual aircraft steps take you up into Concorde, and a number of other aircraft exhibits.
There is so much to see here and so much information you really need to take advantage of the second day visit ticket at a much reduced price to properly see it all. Volunteers and staff are helpful and pleasant. As has been said before if you are disabled you are unable to go into Air Force One and two other exhibits outside because of steps and narrow aisles. Could a film be made of the interiors for those who cannot access these aircraft particularly Air Force One as there is so much history in that aircraft? Only a suggestion but it might help and we have seen it done in other museums. The cafe needs someone to clean tables. Favourite displays were the bush pilots, the air traffic control tower (never seen that in any museum before but essential ) and the space exhibits.
The best tourist/flight exhibition you’ll likely ever see. Absolutely amazing place with top quality exhibits and the best ever guides. Explorer everything from the history of flight through to war exhibits, moon landings, concord, airforce one and way more. You’ll need at least 3-4 hours min.
We enjoyed our visit to the Museum of Flight very much. There is so much to see that after three hours we were over loaded.
This is a high quality collection and would appeal to most people. You need to have a good breakfast before arriving and take a break in the cafe as there's a lot to get through but all definitely worthwhile.
The Museum is a little difficult to get to on public transport. We caught the light rail then a $15 uber or a $30 uber direct back to the city.
This museum is a must do, so I'm so glad we decided to visit on our last day in Seattle. Situated a 15 min drive from our hotel and 10 mins from Seattle Tacoma International Airport. There are plenty of restroom facilities, a good gift shop and an on-site restaurant. Very interesting and informative exhibits. Well worth a visit allow at least 2 hours.
I had been wanting to get here on every trip to Seattle. We finally made it, and it was well worth it. You can spend a full day here. We chose to focus less on the military and space elements and more on civil aviation. I loved how you could get on every recent commercial plane including the Concorde. I think it is of good value considering the ticket prices. So often you get so much less for so much more in admission ticket costs. They have a very nice gift shop with an emphasis on Boeing of course. I did enjoy much of the Boeing early history.
We went with our grandson and his family and we had a great time. The exhibits on WW 1 AND 2 were awesome, stirring, and elucidation for us all from 11 to 72. The planes and the space vehicles were the main event. Our grandson loved the simulator as well. The docents that were Vets from various wars was a fabulous aspect of the visit.
We enjoyed our time there, especially walking through Air Force One and the Concorde aircraft. We were fortunate in that we were at the museum during SeaFair, and we were able to see the US Navy Blue Angels take off and land on the adjacent runway. We would definitely do this again!
Excellent museum which is very large and filled with interesting and unique exhibits. Probably the best aviation museum myself and my husband have been to.
Great WW2 section, and the large aircraft hanger were stand out for us. You could access 4 aircraft at the time we went, which was really fascinating.
The staff and the volunteers here are among the best we've come across anywhere. So helpful and knowledgeable.
Would 100% recommend this museum.
As an avid aviation fan, this is certainly a bucket list location to visit. Google says most people spend 1-2 hours here (no idea how!), if you are interested in planes – plan to spend the whole day – even then that will be pushing it! The museum is packed full of planes dating back to the very first with a model of the Wright Brothers as soon as you enter, right up to the latest UAVs and 787 Dreamliner, and everything in between. There are dedicated sections for World War 1, World War 2 and an Apollo Space exhibition. Sadly, the Boeing exhibition (Red Barn) was closed when we were there. Outside, across the bridge is the Aviation Pavilion with the larger aircraft on-display including a Concorde, the original Boeing 747 and 787 Dreamline, and a 727, some of which you can walk inside and others right underneath – you can really get right up close to these big aircraft. Each plane has a plaque with interesting information and facts to learn. In the museum , there is an onsite café which is reasonably priced to have a rest before continuing and a large gift shop. We also enjoyed a ride on the 360 motion simulator, which was great fun and only $9pp! Don’t forget to pay a trip just over the road to the Vietnam Memorial Park where there is a B-52 that you can see up close! Brilliant day out for all the family, we had a great time and highly recommend, especially if you are a fan of aviation!!
We went after hearing about this place via word-of-mouth, and we purchased our ticket vouchers here on TA because the official website wasn't selling tickets at the time. The admission price isn't cheap, but we found it worth it to see SO many types of air-and-space craft. Seeing a Blackbird up close is always a treat, and being allowed to board one of the Air Force One planes (and also a Concorde!) was really neat. Also a strong collection of historic military planes and some cool space items, including a few from Russia's space program. Staff were friendly and helpful, and was fun to periodically hear+see a plane take off from one of the Boeing Field runways right next to the collection. Definitely worth a visit!
This was my second visit to the Museum of Flight. I thoroughly enjoyed looking around all the exhibits. Getting inside some of the cockpits and larger aircraft was a lot of fun.
Although I had been to the museum before, the exhibits felt fresh and were really interesting. You can easily spend 2+ hrs here and not realise it.
I decided to eat at the cafe and enjoyed sitting outside on the deck. All in all, a very enjoyable visit.
Tip - If you want to enjoy getting inside the aircraft cockpits, go straight to that exhibit area when the museum opens. You will have them to yourselves!
As you'd expect, with a Boeing factory next door, this is a very well-supported and slickly presented museum. Naturally there is a lot of Boeing stuff - from the original Red Barn where the company started, to its latest jets - but it is by no means "All About Boeing". There are good exhibitions covering WW1 and WW2, Space Shuttle and Space programs from Sputnik through to SpaceX, a massive pavilion of big planes & airliners including Concorde and Air Force One, and a Great Hall full of all sorts of plane of all makes, sizes and ages. A good chronology of the development of aviation and space flight.
Everything is immaculately preserved and presented; if I have one small quibble, some things are possibly a little too immaculate: e.g. the Concorde interior looks positively "shrink-wrapped" in perspex - you can't easily imagine what it was like to ride in it.
My wife and I were in Seattle, with another couple, as part of a cruise package, having spent a couple of days in Seattle sightseeing before joining the cruise, and with a whole lot of hours to fill between disembarking and flying home from SeaTac airport. The M of F is halfway between the port and the airport, so it was an obvious choice - to the men of the party, at least! After a bit of initial grumbling the wives soon warmed to it too. Not just for the nice cafeteria, shopping and facilities, but for the elements of human interest in the exhibits, especially AF1. A good time was had by all!
The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. We turned up with a huge amount of luggage from our cruise and they stowed it away for us while we enjoyed the museum. Then they were very helpful with sorting out a Taxi for the airport (we hadn't really thought it through beforehand!)
Very enjoyable!
This museum was a unique, extremely interesting experience! There was so much information provided, including the 25 minute movie about outer space exploration. We thoroughly enjoyed going into each aircraft and learning the history of each one. Several of the docents interacted with us, providing valuable information; and one even shared a very interesting personal story. We also appreciated the large, free parking area provided since we have been spending LOTS of money for parking!!! Thank you for an enjoyable, interesting learning experience.
I was looking forward to the factory tour but it was temporarily not available, due to COVID-19! We visited anyways, the museum is not big at all. You only need 30 minutes to see everything.
This is truly a remarkable museum for anyone who has even an inkling of interest in flight. I would rank it at or above the Smithsonian (DC and Dulles). My wife and I spent around 5 hours at the museum, including lunch...there's a nice café within the building.
The museum is divided into several historical sections (WW1, WW2, Vietnam) and then there is a pavilion across the street that houses a British Airways Concorde, Air Force One (circa 1965), a B29, a B17 and many other planes.
If you're in Seattle and have the time, I would highly recommend it.
most interesting and relaxing experience of the entire visit! So much to see. really took us back in time.
It is a different and interesting experience, in general I really liked it.
However, it seemed a bit far from downtown Seattle, they lacked ventilation inside the planes and the Concorde, it was not what I expected.
The new Disney exhibition fascinated my son, who is studying Animation.
What we liked the most was the World War II exhibition and NASA Hall
Very fun museum and interactive museum with lots of great history. The 747 and 787 are huge. A must see. Well worth going here
Having just spent a very enjoyable day at the museum with my wife (yes she enjoyed it too?) and “ticking off” the ‘seen every BA Concorde’ in preservation we enjoyed interacting with so many knowledgeable staff who have a passion for their museum and it’s easy to see why this is the largest collection of military and civilian aircraft on the planet.
To be honest you don’t need to be an aircraft geek to appreciate the vastness of the area. Well, not surprisingly the collection is housed on the old original Boeing production plant and before Seattle had their SeaTac International airport, this was the international airport. It is still used today by private companies and individuals. Boeing still store completed planes here before companies take delivery on their new planes.
We took the bus (number 124) from downtown Seattle and the journey takes about 40 minutes and stops right outside the 2 main buildings. Cost is $2.75 one way per adult. The service runs every 30 minutes and payment can be made on the bus, either credit card or cash.
Would I go back, of course, as I don’t mind how many times I see the magnificent Concorde of the City of Everett 747. Wings restaurant is worth a shoot too, reasonably priced and good quality.
Pictures below were the highlights for me.
Yikes, we didn't realize how big and grand the museum was, and accordingly hadn't allotted sufficient time to enjoy it. Our fault, but consequently a bit rushed. Also, exhibits are somewhat spacious and far apart from one another and, again, with all the information provided with each one, it makes for a long period of standing about. Still, highly recommend for both a casual view as well as for those interested in details and history.
Huge facility with an incredibly complete collection. Probably take all day to thoroughly review all the exhibits. We were there on a weekday and it was not crowded butter were many docents wandering to answer questions and provide personal stories about the planes. Many of the larger planes were open for you to walk through including a Concorde and a former Air Force One. Very easy access from downtown of SeaTac airport and lot's of free parking.
Visited Seattle from the UK in August (hot!) and a trip to the museum was at the top of my list of things to do. It did not disappoint! I went on my own as aviation and aviation history doesn't make the cut as far as my wife is concerned (I know, weird, right?!)
Walking down the inside of Concorde, the first 747, a previous incarnation of Air Force 1 and a 787 were highlights, as was the Space Shuttle/Space exhibits. Also made time to see the WW1 and WW2 halls as well as the huge hall with the blackbird. There's even a mock Air Traffic Control tower that overlooks Kings County airport (aka Boeing Field) which was really interesting
I took my time and was there around 4 hours (including a coffee at the cafe), but could easily have made it 3
My only note of caution is public transport from downtown. The recommended bus from downtown never showed (not sure if the reliability of services is a general thing or I just picked a bad time). Ended up getting an uber (about $30)
Could have stayed here much longer than 2 hours. Very informative. Great range of planes to view. Best thing to do in seattle.
We were delighted by the facilities and the display of aircraft. It is our favorite place to take visitors to our area.
My husband is an airplane nut so I joined him in visiting the museum. I fully expected to spend a boring morning but was so pleasantly surprised when we toured the museum. I found it totally engrossing.
This is a great museum. We spent a full afternoon there. The docents are very friendly and are a wealth of information. Lots to see for both flight and history fans.
We went here the first day we had in Seattle since it was really close to SEATAC airport. I thought we could get through it in an hour, but we took over 2 hours, but needed to get to another place so couldn't stay. We have a 14 year old really into planes so this place was his request. He really liked that you could actually go into some of the planes (Air Force 1, a 747, etc).
He would have liked to see more hands on flight simulators like he did at the California Science Center in LA.
Loved the way everything was presented. So much information was provided and it was all very interesting. Enjoyed the ability to walk thru the numerous aircraft that were on display.
This the most attractive flight museum that I’ve ever visited. It takes surely more than 3 hours to visit all sections. It’s a must to see in Seattle.
I didn't know much what to see before my visit here. I just think I have to visit some museums during my stay in Seattle. It's a museum displaying many Boeing planes and World War bombers (also Boeing). I felt sorrow when seeing again the displays and introduction about World Wars.
It's a huge area with different sections, quite some are interactive. One needs more than a half day if he wants to see all in more detail.
There's a public bus on 3rd Avenue downtown (outside Belltown Inn where I stayed) going here in about 40 mins. Very convenient.
Stopped there before my flight that afternoon. Did not have enough time to see it all. It was a great place to go. When we arrived we found out the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels we coming in to prepare for Seafair.
Lots of history. Lots of opportunities to explore parts of history. Pretty cool music! Food was pretty good as well! Pretty impressive experience.
Went to the museum with grandkids and daughter-in-law. Active duty military and family members got in free.
Definitely not enough time to see the entire museum.
There is a Walt Disney and world war II exhibit that was very interesting.
The place has lots of planes and the docents were very knowledgeable. You can go into many of the planes for the price of admission. We were there for 2 hours and it felt like we only saw half of it. I wish we had more time.
Very educations, so much to look at, you really need more than one day if you're into flight. From Orville to now - interactive displays, not too crowded, lots to look it.
Part of a conference group with a reception. excellent evening, however it was a shame the outdoor part was not open. not sure why, The simulators were all free and an excellent experience.
worth a second visit
Fantastic Museum! We spent the afternoon here, and could have used more time. I would allow for at least 4 hours, but if you are an aviation and history buff, probably more! Every single area was filled with amazing displays - from the WWI & WW2 area, to the main gallery. Do yourself a favor and don't miss the experience.
The Museum of Flight, llike virtually everything on the West Coast is still caught up in Covid culture & fear. Cost is the same but having areas restricted & being masked up makes any visit less than a pleasurable bargain.
Allow a full day as there is so much to see and simulators throughout the complex, I would certainly go back again, Air Force, one was great, as well as the dream liner
My son and I really enjoyed The Museum of Flight. There is so much to see that we didn’t get to it all in the 4 hours we were there. We went on one of their free tours and our guide, John, did a wonderful job explaining the Apollo program and its history. One of my favorite sections was World War II.
Very fun overall. Shows the entire history of three Boeing company. It would be more accurate to call this the Boeing museum. But that didn't take away from the impressive nature of the museum.
7.5/10.0
Visiting this museum will take a full day worthwhile. Arrive early because the museum is quite large. It is divided into two parts of the avenue, with easy pedestrian bridge access. Planes from different eras, including the concord and the presidential plane. There's coffee to eat. The warehouse is full of curious details. The bus leaves you in front and the bus back also faces the exit.
Although the museum is seen far from the city on the map, the bus took approximately 20 minutes.
The history of Boeing, and almost every type of airplane from the WWs to monder day (and Space 🚀). With walking on Air Force One, The Concord and the Dreamliner. You can easily spend over two hours here. Reading and exploring all the planes
Not sure of the cost, as this was part of a business trip, but very comprehensive and has an indoor and outdoor experience. Outside are planes you can go in - great to see the different sizes. We took a tour - bless our docent - a nice retired Boeing employee who knew so much about aviation and aircraft’s, but talked a bit too much for us average folks.
Beautiful museum with the historic Boeing headquarters with photos of the offices, drawings and the first steps of the company in addition to the large outdoor space, with the 747, 787, Air force one, Concorde many open and visitable make it a truly spectacular museum. In the interior exhibition you can see the first Italian warplane a Caproni CA20
Wish we had more time!!! I could easily spend couple of days, we did not have so much time. Spent three hours. Dream come true for me. Every science buff will love this place.
I agree with many of the other reviews, this is a fantastic aviation museum. I wish the theater had been open. But the exhibits are top-notch, and the explanations are perfect. Very informative and helpful staff, although all of the tours for the day were canceled due to school field trips.
Any museum that has an SR-71 is pretty darn amazing.
This museum surpassed any expectations I may have had. The size and sheer number of exhibits is overwhelming! Definitely a museum that you need to make multiple trips to in order to truly appreciate it.
There is a section on the creation and evolution of Boeing. There is another section dedicated to the aircraft used in WWI and WWII. There are a couple of sections dedicated space travel and its development. There's just so much there!!
If you like airplanes, you'll enjoy this museum. This museum is comparable to the National Air & Space museum in the National Mall in D.C. but this one charges for admission. It's worthy of a visit. The museum has a cafe for lunch. Recharge with drinks, sandwiches, and a cookie then set out for the 2nd half of the museum.
Very interesting. We visited the first gallop where the Boeing factory started, we entered a concorde and an old airforce one, as well as several interesting planes. There was also a wing dedicated to the first and second war aircraft and another dedicated to the Apollo mission. It was pretty nice
We had an amaizing time in the museum. All of us enjoy it verymuch. We spent about 3 and half hours, as my 3 years old get tired, but my 8 years old, my wife and I love it.
Terrific displays especially regarding the space program. Spent about five hours in there! Also walked around the hangar and enjoyed learning about all the aircraft.
I am a retired Air Traffic Controller with 41 years in the business, both civil and military. This was like being a kid in a candy store!
We ended our 2000 mile trip from Albuqueque with our mini friends. Mini had rented out this and we had a great time. A drum group came by to entertain us. The exhibits are great but do take your time going around to see all.
The Museum of flight is approx 30 min from Pike Market. Totally doable on public transport. Bus 124 from downtown Seattle drops you right at the museum. Amazing array of aviation ingenuity from the beginnings till now. Also dedication floors for WW1 and WW2 ( these floors were very sobering and may be emotional for some. Outside real aircraft some of which you can go inside. Whether you are a flight enthusiast or not you will find this place interesting
The Museum of Flight is a magnificent place for any history and aviation buffs. We really enjoyed seeing different types Boeing aircrafts.
Havent been since I was in elementary school. Took my kids (5+9). Way interesting for me, not as cool for the littles. Appreciate the War Planes and learning about the design process for Boeing.
BEAUTIFUL! EDUCATIONAL! AMAZING!! GREAT!! All areas very well distributed and equipped. Various games and experiences for children, youth and adults. Rooms full of AMAZING HISTORY! 🤩👍👏👏👏👏👏
You don’t have to be an aviation enthusiast to enjoy it. The place is huge. We spent over three hours there and still didn’t have enough time. We attended a docent-led tour discussing highlights of the planes in their Great Gallery. In the Aviation Gallery, you can walk through a Concorde, Boeing 747, Dreamliner, and an Air Force one. They have a WWI gallery with an original 111 year old fighter plane (Caproni CA.20). They have the original red barn which was Boeing ‘s earliest manufacturing facility. They also currently have an interesting art exhibit (in which a real MiG-21 fighter jet is covered with millions of colorful glass beads). In front of the museum, there is a beautiful TWA “Connie” displayed on a lawn near some picnic tables.
Just fantastic if you are an aviation geek like me. The staff are super helpful and friendly and the displays are just stunning! It is also next to the Boeing factory which is a bonus since I got to see the 777X parked on the tarmac! Totally recommend it for the family if you are into aviation.
I spent about 4 hours at the museum. I had arranged a private docent tour and it was all I had hoped for. The docent is a retired commercial pilot and offered lots of great information. On my own I did a lot of wandering around and thoroughly enjoyed it. I'll go back next time I'm in Seattle
This museum was absolutely amazing. We have visited the National Air and Space Museum and the Hazy Center, and we thought this was even better. We thought we would pop in for an hour and ended up staying over 4! Excellent exhibits on early flight, World War I and World War II, Vietnam War, the Apollo missions and space race, history of Boeing, etc. In the hangar outside you can board an actual Concorde, Air Force One used by Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson, a 747 and others. The museum is right next to a busy runway and you can match small planes and massive Boeing's take off while you eat at the cafe, which was also great. Fun for my wife, 7 year old son and myself!
An excellent way to spend a rainy day. The collection of aircraft is so large and stunning. They have done a great job grouping them and presenting their history. I really enjoyed the fact that they included aircraft from around the world. Since the museum is so large it is worth thinking what your priorities are. Definitely a museum to keep returning to.
We should've planned to be there all day! There is so much to see and experience. Fascinating history of aviation and learned new information about Challenger and Columbia shuttles.
Massive place. Excellent interpretation and lots of interactive exhibits. Everything was very well maintained. We went with two kids aged 10 and 11 and spent 4 hours there.
Very nice, clean and interesting museum
The employees are extremely helpful. They answered any questions you might have
Mother/daugher trip to the PNW - Even if you are not into aviation this is a must see. There are 4 indoor exhibition halls and an outdoor hanger that you are able to climb aboard various planes including an old Air Force One, a dreamliner and a few other planes. I suggest you make this an all day affair. You can go first thing in the morning and if you are driving leave for lunch and return later in the day. Breaking up our time at the museo allowed us to get through all exhibitions halls without feeling rushed or suffering from aviation fatigue. The staff/volunteers were very friendly and informative. Restrooms are clean and there is a cafeteria a bit pricy especially since you become a captive audience. Being able to climb aboard various aircrafts was very cool and educational.
this museum covers a good part of space and aviation history, but it is also very entertaining for the younger generation. The staff is also extremely competent.
They have a wonderful collection of older planes.
The 360 flight simulator is paid for but I hope they will make it free in the future
The museum is truly a remarkable display of both modern and early 20th Century flight. The display of the planes and the ability to enter and view the interior was truly unique.
Besides the planes and artifacts there were educational displays and descriptions of historical context adding further insight to the era in which it operated.
Overall a remarkable experience.
The Museum of Flight is one of the most, if not the most epic museum I have ever visited. Situated on the site where Boeing was originally founded, it tells you tales of the history of Boeing and how their founders and aircraft technology came to be.
Besides commercial airlines, you will be amazed by the number of WWI and WII era relics and aircraft they possess, as they take you back in time to explore how each aircraft and their pilots contributed to an important part of the war. Also, bask in the wonders of the NASA spacecraft and missions, and I learned more about spaceflight than I could ever imagined.
Arguably, the most entertaining part of the tour is how we could visit the interior of certain aircraft and see what it is like inside of planes like Concorde or Air Force One.
For both aerospace and non-aerospace peeps, I urge you to check this museum up. You will not regret it.
Was disappointed at the disjointed manner of the display
Visited this museum about 25 years ago and found it much more interesting
They have much material but it is laid out in a much more haphazard way
Huge museum with impressive displays of aircraft. Will take more than 4 hours to see everything and that’s still doing it in a hurry. Really excited to see the first 747, an Air Force One, the Concord etc. went first thing on a Thursday and was really the only person there for much of the morning. Bought a membership to support the museum and will definitely go back.
If you love aviation, you must visit this museum when you are in Seattle 🇺🇸. The collection is diverse and has many full-size planes, as well as rooms that show the history of aviation, how it all began, wartime aircraft, significant contributors, a walk-through of a real flight center, a NASA spaceship, an Apollo-themed NASA area, and many plane models.I would suggest the museum to anyone interested in aviation, including kids and anyone else looking to learn more as the majority of the space is interactive with screens and buttons to press. Entry ticket for adults: $26
Best aviation exhibit i have been too. I would normally have no interest in this. So glad i changed my mind. Took us quite some time to see and experience it...unlike the chulilly exhibit that was a quick walk through. Exciting to see all types of planes. The WW1 and WW2 exhibits were amazing. And there was a MiG-21 art exhibit that was beyond expectations. There was also a space exhibit with capsules and models. So much to take in. Lots of facts about everything in the exhibit. Did you know the first stewardesses were nurses?
The Museum of Flight is an excellent way to spend your day. Whether you are an aviation enthusiast or just want something to do for a day, this is an excellent way to spend several hours. They amazing displays of aircraft and Boeing history, as well as aircraft from all eras to include the early 1900s to modern aircraft. There are many exhibits you can walk through and explore, this museum is especially informative for young adults and children. The staff was a very friendly and the facilities are immaculate. The Museum of Flight is a must-see.
The amazing story of flight is told and displayed across multiple halls. We only had three hours so it was a walk through all areas trying to ‘bring it all together’ Another approach could have been an intensive study of gliders or engines or wing design for high speed flight. So many options if you are able to make a repeat visit. Inspiring but also appropriately acknowledging the tragedies that have occurred.
I sometimes do find Museums fascinating,
This was not one of them. It gets monotonous after a while, same stuff everywhere. One can visit this if nothing better to do.
well worth and very educational we have been to the Smithsonian and this is equal in quality and variety
We liked the Space Needle (so expensive though!) and the Chihuly Glass Museum (lovely and colourful) but this was the most exciting place in our stay in Seattle. We arrived soon after 10.00 am when it opened (on the 124 bus from Downtown) and left just before it closed at 5.00 pm (same bus back). It was huge and fascinating! My husband did the simulator (where you go upside-down) and said that was fun. I particularly enjoyed going inside the actual Concorde and Airforce One.
Only downside was the cafe - after a great burger in the Soundview Cafe in Pike's Place Market (we found that too crowded and touristy) it was back to reality - tiny, and much worse than McDonalds burgers, soggy and greasy.
Got off of our Alaskan cruise and had 6 hours to kill before our flight back home. Took and Uber to The Museum of Flight which is close to the airport. They kept our luggage in a locked room so no worries about that......what a great place.....airplanes everywhere from all eras. Great exhibits for kids and adults. Since we visited the Boeing factory before getting on our cruise, we did enjoy the section about Boeing.....the museum had the 1st office/warehouse when Boeing started. We're in our late 60's and enjoyed everything and there were lots of kids and the museum had a lot for them to explore/learn too.....great place, nice restaurant and great entree fees....
Felt a little unsafe with the crack heads and homeless sleeping in streets and the smell of urine markets were good but expensive
A vast collection of fantastic aircraft, which is fairly priced - no add on's or additional charges to get onto the 'prized' possessions like walking through Concorde / B747 / B707 which is unusual (but appreciated) in this day and age. A great day out which deserves a good few hours of your attention. I found the Zoom docent idea a very interesting way to find out more from experienced and knowledgeable experts who (for one reason or other) cannot spend their time at the museum, but wish to share their expertise - very innovative!
Very interesting, large exhibition! Overall, very good value for money. Recommended for families with children and avionics fans!
I had been to the Museum of Flight on a previous trip, but I did not have time to spend the whole day to see it all. I went back on my most recent Seattle trip to finish my tour. There is something here for people of all ages, and children would love it as so many things can actually be touched and planes can be walked through.
Better than expected. Many planes of course and interesting stories to go with them. Especially enjoyed the WWI and WWII exhibits.
Had a great morning at the museum, we were there for about 3 hours. There is a cafe at the centre serving, snacks, hot and cold foods.
We were staying in the city and caught the 124 bus from 2nd ave which took us straight to the door of the museum. (Runs very regularly ). The bus was about $2.50/person and could ride all day on the same ticket.
Excellent place to take visitors interested in the history of flight. A bazillion aircraft from all eras. The WWI and WWII airplanes are a must see.
Loved the place and would recommend it to anyone visiting Seattle area. I went mid-week and avoided crowds. With mask mandate I didn't worry about my health and could take my time.
This was a wonderful museum. I don't remember the last time I spent so much time going through. There is so much to look at and all of the buildings. You certainly get your money's worth. Plan for a full day at this museum.
Very interesting museum that will be fascinating for anyone interested in aviation, with focus on commercial, military and space. The museum takes both sides of the street with a number of aircraft on display . A highlight is the hanger across the street where you can tour inside a 747, a Concorde, JFK's Air Force One and a 787 Dreamliner. It's Boeing-focused, but not overtly so, except perhaps for the "Red Barn" building which tells the history of Boeing (although it's temporarily closed as of May 2022). Although the price tag isn't cheap, note that there is an extra cost on top to sit in the flight simulators. Although I did see quite a few people taking very small toddlers, I think this would be of more interest for older children and adults.
encompassing the history of flight from the Wright Brothers to the Space Age. Multiple buildings filled with many historical aircraft. LBJ's Air Force One is on site.
One of the most impressive collections of aircraft in the US. Thoroughly enjoyed history of the Boeing company and displays of the retired Air Force One.
Interesting exhibits, knowledgeable and helpful tour guides. The
Planes and history of flight from the Wright Brotherers, WW1, WW2, the real space shuttle, to current along with commercial aviation all in 1 place.
So much fun
Really beautiful! Beautiful planes very well made clean, I really liked the visit of the 747 of the 787 the presidential aircraft concorde....
While in Seattle, Husband and I thought about going to this museum, but it was far without a car so we decided to skip it. As we were driving to Mt. Rainier we saw the signs for the museum and decided to stop. So happy we did. Even if you are not into planes, the museum is nicely equipped. It is also really large. We kept saying it was the never ending museum. Tons of stuff everywhere. Well work the admission price. I really enjoyed seeing the inside of the concorde. Definitely a must see.
A superb day out, easy to get to from downtown Seattle on the 124 Bus. The staff here are very helpful and knowledgeable, they stored our baggage in a secure room. The exhibits here are in beautiful condition, we specifically wanted to see the Concorde fresh from repair to the entrance door and happily open again. Along with that another highlight was the first 747 ever built. There are separate areas for WW1 and WW2 along with a great replica of an early being hangar, giving a history of the man and the company he created. Outside a beautiful Lockheed Constellation sits next to the cafe and gift shop. The cafe was great too, we had the burgers these were delicious and good value too.
Loved the Apollo and space exhibits. The Concorde and Air Force One places were the highlight. I would come back here again. Set aside about 2-3 HRS for the full experience. Bus 124 stops right outside the museum. Check the website for the visit timings.
This place is very interesting. Those who like the subject of aviation. I think they're almost every plane out there. You can see them inside and know everything about them and get all the information about world aviation. Good experience.
A must see when in Seattle! Huge and diverse range of craft from aircraft to spacecraft and even a flying car. But the best bit is the team on duty - curators, guides, veterans, whatever their correct title may be. We were fortunate enough to take some time from Wayne, an ex forces aviator, and his insights and comments were the icing on the cake. We were let down by our return ride and the team at the front desk helped us arrange a cab back - as we were visiting from Australia and staying 38k away this was not such a simple task. Thankful to have seen the place and had Wayne's guidance, and appreciative of the help from the front desk staff to get us back to our Hotel.
Returned here from a previous visit in 2018 w Special Olympics. It was a good rainy day activity. Crowded as credit card machine was down but they were getting people through quickly. Once in people were pretty spread out. Loved the planes. The docents are a true gift. We missed the other buildings SO MAKE SURE TO FIND SKY BRIDGE and tour them.
Located only about 13 minutes south of Moritis Shin Dentistry of Seattle, the Museum of Flight is one of Seattle’s most fascinating attractions. It’s perfect for both aviation enthusiasts and families — with real aircraft, interactive exhibits, and even a space gallery. Walking through the retired Air Force One and Concorde was an unforgettable experience. The staff are knowledgeable, and everything is so well-maintained. A must-see destination that beautifully captures the history and future of flight.
The museum café is also a pleasant surprise — perfect for a quick sandwich, coffee, or snack between exhibits. If you’re near the Medical Dental Building area, this makes for a perfect half-day trip!
Really fabulous and informative day. Lots of hands on exhibits as well as getting on Concorde and Air Force one. Whole area is well laid out with so many exhibits. We really enjoyed ourselves!
Nearly spent an entire day at this museum. The WWI and WWII wings were very impressive. We also really enjoyed the outside wing which contained Air force One from the 60"s, an original 747 test plane, a Concorde and a 787 Dreamliner. You can walk through all the planes to get an inside look. The docents were also very knowledgeable and passionate about the displays and the stories. If you are interested in aviation this is a must-see museum.
For an aviation geek like me, this was a super-interesting visit!
At the tail end of a convention in downtown, I purchased a bus ticket for the easy 30 minute ride to a stop right at the front door of the museum (bus route 124). Bus fare was just $3 with a free transfer to come back, rather than paying $60 or so roundtrip for Uber.
I truly appreciated the opportunity to see and tour so many iconic aircraft, from the first B747 and B737 models to the Concord, Johnson's Air Force One, and more. My only disappointment in the walk-throughs was that the upper deck of the 747 is not open for tours - would have been interesting to see that area.
Exhibits in the main building across the street from the aircraft displays were all well-done and nicely explained, from a recreation of Boeing's early shop to elements of space travel.
Lunch at their snack bar was also good, and very reasonably priced.
I had about four hours to spend there, and while that allowed be to cover most areas, I probably could have enjoyed another couple of hours.
Admission price is reasonable, too. Enjoy!
Excellent museum for fans. Wide variety of commercial and military aircraft. Although it is a little far away, there is a bus route that leaves you in front of the museum. The museum is so complete that it can take several hours to get to know.
This visit was a great experience for my son and myself. We had heard a lot about this and finally decided to go there.
This is the place to be if one is fond of planes. Right from the Blackbird SR 71 to the Concorde visit to the Air Force One trip, it was lovely. My son even sat in a small model of the SR 71. We saw fighter jets both recent ones and old planes, and also a drone. After this, we took a ride in the simulator which was a great experience.
Then we went to the section where there were exhibits of the space program esp the Apollo missions. Unbelievable to see so much from so close.
We got too tired and so had to rush up seeing some exhibits. We went to the cafe which was quite ok before leaving for the day.
A beautiful and wonderfully laid out museum with some fantastic aircraft. The space exhibit was both unexpected and superb. We'd travelled to Seattle specifically to see Concorde, as we were on a mission to see all the British Airways Concordes (don't ask).
There are several big highlights here; the first 747, an old Air Force One, Concorde, the cockpit of a crashed SR71, an SR71 variant (M21 + D21 drone), as well as the Space Shuttle trainer. Honestly, so many fantastic things at the museum.
Excellent museum. Cafeteria so so. Toilets good. Access good. Bus from downtown Seattle (on 3rd Street - not such a nice area!!) takes you to right outside the museum.
1 of the highlights of my trip. Travelled by bus 124 from downtown to the museum. Return, took the bus to an LRT station, back to downtown. The highlight for me was the SR71 Blackbird with a drone mounted between the tail fins. The docent explained how Boeing began prior to WW1. The Museum has a WW1, WW2, central pavilion, a static display across the street. There is a space display with Soyez reentry module, Saturn 5 engine, the space shuttle that was used for ground training, moon landing module, Mercury capsule. The static display has the 1st official Air Force 1, a B17, B29, the 3rd dreamliner, a variety of jet fighters
this museum was on my visit list very long time, my experience here was very positive as i explored lot of planes which is my hobby from childhod.
Excellent what an amazing authentic experience great museum with interesting prospective you get both sides of the wars also the fact you get to access the planes is amazing you can say that you were aboard Concorde and airforce one
Great experience the guys up the road in Microsoft should visit and learn
Such an amazing museum. We were there for 3 hours and I feel like we didn’t even dent what they had to offer. Great lay out, informational, interactive, just wonderful museum. The bounce back ticket needs to be used!
This is a great museum. Pay your entrance fee and then you are free to wander around all the exhibits in any order. You get a wristband so can drop stuff back jn the car or grab your picnic. There is a cafe and the food and drinks there were great with indoor and outdoor seating. You can watch the planrs.going I to SEATAC or watch them take off from Boeing field. Going on Concorde was my highlight but you. An also go in air force one the first 747 and a dreamlike. They also had the space exhibit and Apollo 12 capsule. If you are into flight this is a great place to spend several hours
This, for me, is #1 to see in Seattle! So many things to read and learn and 6 hours were not enough, so I'll be going again in the next days to capture what I missed the first time,.
Parking was free and abundant. Lots of knowledge and planes packed into these buildings and hangars. The kids loved being able to walk through the planes and sit in the military aircraft cockpits. Very well put together and friendly staff to answer questions.
Such a cool museum filled with 100 years of aviation history. Planes suspended in the air, on the ground and everywhere. Tons of cool history including Disney and WWII. Several fighter planes you can sit in. Space artifacts. Be sure to make the trek across the street to the big planes. Second time visiting the museum will go again. Plan to spend most of the day.
This ties with the Smithsonian Air & Space museum as the best aviation museum I have been to. There is so much information to learn, interactive exhibits, cockpits to sit in, and full-size planes you can walk through including a previous Air Force One, a Concorde, and a 747. Very much worth one (or more) visits and a must if you are a fan of aviation.
This place is AMAZING!
you need a full day to see the entire place! A MUST GO.
Room after room it’s full of airplanes and history! We had a great time there.
We had to rush it at end to catch up with our day plan but if you want to plan ahead, give a full day to this place.
Highly recommending.
The food was not too standard but acceptable
My wife and I had a few hours before our flight back home. I did a search on what is there to see between Seattle and SeaTac airport. The Museum of Flight was one of the places to see. The tickets were $25 each for seniors. The museum was very large and had displays or passenger aircraft, aircraft used in World War I and II and experimental aircraft. There were single seater planes up to a Boeing 747. You were able to go inside most of the large aircraft.
The aircraft were displayed on the ground and hanging from the ceiling. It took us two and a half hours to see everything. The Museum is located half way between Seattle and the airport. It is well worth the visit.
All types of airplanes to see and walk through. Lots of history of flying. Some walking required to go to all the areas but well worth it.
If you love history, especially of flight, you will spent easily 4 hours here, more if you rest and eat in the cafe. It rivals the Smithsonian in DC but with a smaller footprint. Must read the kiosks to understand just how important each plane in particular fit historically. Fun commercial airline history too. World class!
A great afternoon spent exploring the museum of flight.
Some of the worlds greatest ever made flying machines are hosted here from Air Force One (kennedys), concorde, sr71 blackbird and a space exploration section.
For some one that loves museum and travel this was ideal
My husband works in the aerospace industry and was looking forward to this museum.
If you have been to the Udvar-Hazy in Virginia this is similar but on a smaller scale, there is definitely a focus on American craft here in Seattle!
Great indoor exhibitions in one large hall with smaller rooms leading off into a display about space and a planetarium. The planetarium was not open until after we headed to the outdoor exhibits across the street. However with a 3 year old in tow, we may have skipped anyway depending on his attention span!
We didn't go into the kid's zone.
The outdoor exhibits are a group of aircraft that (during our visit) had very knowledgeable docents at each one, ready to tell you all about the specifics of the craft you were looking at. I stopped at a B-52 and was regaled by stories of the bombing raids it had been a part of, absolutely fascinating!
There is also a Concord, the last one to fly. We got to go onboard and see how tiny the interior is compared to transatlantic planes today.Great place to visit, we would go again.
Touring inside Concorde was the highlight. Easy to get to by bus from Seattle, on route 124. $8 for an all day bus ticket. Air Force One was pretty special too - a lot of history.
Cafe was a little disappointing, but not over-priced.
Also had fun watching planes flying in and out of King County airport.
All in all this is aviation enthusiast's perfect day out.
I was pleasantly surprised. The place had lots to see and is very big. We were there for 5hrs and still were not able to read all of the information about each item. The planes were cool to see both inside and out. The displays about WWII AND WWI were great. The Space exhibits were also impressive.
This is a very large museum near Boeing. Everything from space to military to antique planes are here. Go across street to visit actual planes including Air Force One.
Excellent museum for the Aviation enthusiast but also contains exhibits relating to space travel. Guides are very helpful and are there to answer any questions you may have. Main hall has a large number of aircraft suspended from ceiling as well as on the floor. Take the opportunity to board the first Air Force One as well as passing through the passenger area of Concorde. A good way to spend half a day
The Museum of Flight is very cool. They have so many planes to look at, both inside and out. Also really enjoyed the special exhibit on Disney and World War II.
I have been to more air museums than I can recall and countries all over the world and this one is one of the best, if not the outright winner. There are five buildings and each would make a museum of its own. I needed to go on two consecutive days because I couldn't fit it all in in one day. Fortunately they offer a $10 return ticket. The Aviation Pavillion is a must-see; there are aircraft galore and you can go inside many of them. They have the first 727 built, the first 747 built, the Air Force One which served the Eisenhower through Nixon administrations. Add to that a DC-2, Concorde, and a 787 and you have the history of commercial aviation. Throw in a B-17 that looks as if it rolled off the assembly line yesterday and a B-29 among many others. That's just one section. Inside there is everything an aviation enthusiast would want. An SR-71, pedal-powered aircraft, drones, military jets, you get the picture. They also have the actual space shuttle payload bay trainer used by the astronauts. The Boeing Red Barn is the original factory, with displays on how aircraft were built in the earliest days of aviation. It's more a carpentry shop than what you imagine an aircraft factory would look like. The Aviation Pavillion is staffed by amazing volunteers who will walk you around the site and explain everything you want to know. Great people. BTW, the cafe makes a pretty decent cheeseburger.
Very cool. My son loves aviation. So many cool planes and some you could walk through. Enjoyed the space items as well. Nice snack area. Food was good and not terribly expensive. We spent 4 hours and could have stayed longer.
Great side trip for the guys in our family. Learn about flight, space travel and enjoy all the planes. Take a walk through Airforce One!
It’s 100% worth the money, even if you’re not that much of a fan of aviation. The plane collection is really nice with plenty of plagues explaining technical data, the history of the respective model, and usually it also has some information about the life of the specific plane sitting in the museum right in front of you.
However, the best thing about my visit were the guides that were positioned around most of the old warplanes. So friendly and approachable, they all seemed very happy to share their stories and experiences. Even better, at least the ones I spoke to had served in the past and therefore knew a lot of stuff about the specific aircrafts from their time.
I went to the museum since I had time to kill before my flight. That’s convenient since the airport is only 10min away, but be prepared to need at the very least 3h if you really want to explore all of the museum in detail and have conversations with the museum staff. I got lost in one of those convos and almost missed my flight…
We could have stayed here all day. A great tour through the history of flight from the Wright Brothers and on. Lots of real and models of real plans, with explanations of the people and the science behind them. Deep dives into Amelia Earhart and postal air planes, as well as aircraft in Vietnam. Another room has WWI and WWII planes, and the hangar includes a Concorde and am Air Force One that you can walk through. Highly, highly recommend.
What an experience! Everything from ww1 to the space shuttle in there. Highlights for me was the tomcat and British ww2 spitfire. Lots of iconic aircraft ok display and a few that you could get inside as well. A must see if you are in Seattle!
This trip (along with a lock tour) was one of the top 2 highlights of our entire trip to Seattle.
We've been to the Air & Space museum in DC and the Rocket Center in Huntsville AL, and this surpassed them both.
Being able to get onboard one of the few Concordes and on Air Force One and see where past presidents had the secret air conditioning controls etc. was a treat.
Probably dont need much more than an hour, but plenty to see here and well worth the Uber/Lyft to get here. Very friendly staff throughout.
If you want to see an Airbus you'll be disappointed, as its basically a Boeing showcase, not surprisingly since the original red barn is right on site.
This museum exceeded our expectations! So much to see and do. Friendly and helpful volunteers, a lot of information so a 2nd visit might be a good idea.
If you like planes at all, you're gonna love this place--gigantic hangars will all sorts of commercial and military planes and jets, even broken down by WWI and WWII, and space flight separately.
There's a large display of Boeing's offices and workshops. The "piece de resistence" is the outdoor exhibit of gigantic 777 Dreamship, the Concorde, original Boeings,a Blue Angel, and Nixon's presidential Air Force One.
I got there around 1pm and left around closing time at 5pm. There's so much here and I didn't get to see all of it. There's a red barn with a lot of historical documents and parts of early planes and gliders from around Wright brothers era . I thought those were really cool! The planes you can walk on across the street are cool to see how much has changed vs how much has remained the same in aviation since TWA era.
There's also a few space travel sections, kept up to date to include emerging private space travel and a new space suit prototype. They have some cool rovers and parts of rockets used by astronauts or for test flights. Even part of an Apollo rocket that was dished out of the ocean after separation! Really cool to see the freshly built, shiny rocket parts next to the used and battered parts.
I'm anti-war, so I skipped the big military section. But the main section had a mix of early gliders, world war planes, mail delivery planes, Amelia Earhart planes, space rockets, etc. I took one of the free guided tours in the introduction area. Jerry shared some cool stories about a lot of the planes and his personal stories flying for the military.
Any Pilots like myself can realy appreciate this Museum. It surpasses even the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. This is definetly a Must Visit for Pilots and Lay people alike.
This place is a must if you’re in the Seattle Area. Even as a local, I find it a great place to pop in and wander. The history and exhibits are super informative and interesting. I find it hard to fully take in everything when I go. I always have to sort of piggy back off of the last trip.
Staff is friendly and super knowledgeable. There are always a few friendly older gentlemen to tell you every bit of knowledge they have. You are going to leave there having learned a little bit more about history. It’s truly interesting how much history is covered by planes alone.
I find it also speaks to a very large crowd. If you like to snoop around and look inside planes, you’ll be at home! If you’re a history buff who loves to learn all they can, you’ll love it! If you’re a little kid who just wants to look at cool planes and space stuff, you will get lost in the exhibits just reading and taking things in.
It reaches for a large crowd and easily reels them in. While everything in Seattle is pricy, I feel that this is one understated gem, sure to satisfy and intrigue visitors!
Somewhat pricey unless you have a discount. Indoor part interesting, but the big plus is the outside (covered) part consisting of several planes you can through, including a Nixon era Air Force One and a Concorde. You can also see the runway where Boeing -- and this is a Boeing owned attraction --- tests takeoffs and landings of its new planes. There is also a kid friendly play area.
This was well-worth the visit. We enjoyed seeing and boarding the large, more contemporary planes. The gentlemen who were available to chat and answer questions were wonderful. The historical part of the museum was also great.
We usually spend an hour in a museum. Not this one. It’s huge! Had so many varied things to see. We spent the most time at a Disney wing seeing how they had some of their artists draw images on fighter planes and use Boeing planes in their cartoons.
It was exciting to see my father’s plane in scale as large as it was. You could walk around it to get a feel of its size. The expense for the visit was worth it. I am glad we stopped.
Buck Danny fan in my youth I finally got to see all those mythical planes that made me dream so much... a must if you go through Seattle. Also present are former pilots who shared their respective experiences on some of these magnificent craft...which are impeccably maintained.
Amazing and Wonderful experience there. The Museum of Flight was very beautiful and educative. We enjoyed so much.
Interesting -- Interesting - Interesting.
Every where you turn is another piece of history. Adults and kids alike. Great way to spend a morning. No lines. Easy to see everything. Explanations and history posted by objects.
An amazing museum! Endless exhibits and aircraft (the Concorde!), could easily spend the whole day here! Very friendly staff and volunteers, very knowledgeable! If in Seattle worth a visit, only a 15 to 20min drive from downtown. Will be back again!
Lots of exhibits to see and things to learn for all ages. Just note a lot is outside - be prepared for the cold! The volunteers’ passion and enthusiasm added to the experience.
We toured the museum of flight during our visit to Seattle and were thoroughly impressed. The buildings are large, open and bright. The staff is friendly and very helpful. There are multiple buildings with aircraft from different eras. We particularly enjoyed the WW1 and WW2 areas which provides vivid descriptions of the experiences of those wars. The interactive displays were enjoyable. The very large structure with the modern jets is incredible. There are multiple jets to walk through and look at what kinds of testing Boeing used to certify a new plane.
We were there for 3 and one half hours and enjoyed every minute. Will need another visit to see more details.
Very nice activity for aviation lovers. Could hop in the Concorde and Air Force One. If you don't have a car, take Bus 124 that leave you at the door from downtown.
Every type of plane and space, too. You can walk thru the 707 Presidential Air Force One and the SST Supersonic Concorde
They have complimentary wheelchairs at the door, but that's where it stops. Going from the Space building to the outdoor pavillions, you need to go through a set of double doors. The door jams are almost impossible to wheel over and I had to physically get out of the chair to get over them. The outdoor plane pavillion was great for my family but all I got to do was watch them as they went into plane after plane- unless you can climb stairs, you aren't seeing anything. The brochure said all the exhibits were ADA compliant...wasted my money.
This place was amazing. So much to see!!! There was a theater and a simulator, and the gallery was amazing so much to learn.
This has been on my bucket list for a long time. To get the chance to see so many fantastic aircraft from a Wright Bros Flyer replica to a Blackbird via WW1, WW2 and every sort of commercial plane, plus some space related stuff (including an Apollo command module and Soyuz capsule). Easy to get to via public transport (30 minutes from Downtown Seattle) and with a good cafe on site. Well worth the time and price of admission.
We Loved seeing and exploring all of the different aircrafts that were on display. Truly appreciate the WWI and WWII exhibit. The reason I didn’t give it a 5 star was because of all of the summer camp kids running around and disrespecting the exhibits.
One of the best museums of its kind I have ever seen. If you plan to stay here for about five hours, you'll be more than happy with it. Admission is definitely appropriate for what is offered!
Very large museum. Plenty of wings and so many planes. Spent about 2.5 to 3 hours but could have spent more if you did some of the vr stuff. You can climb in a bunch of the planes which was fun. Tons of history. Very informative.
This museum is extremely large and interesting. If I lived in the area I would become a member because if you are a reader, like me, there is so much information and it is presented very well. If you only have part of a day like we had you may want to prioritize by your area of interest whether it be space flight, classic commercial planes and Air Force 1, or my favorite, planes used in WW l and WWll. The areas dedicated to the world wars humanized the exhibits by including personal back stories and historical context to the fantastic collection of airplanes. The museum is about 20 minutes south of downtown Seattle and they have free parking. I believe that the metro drops you off very close as well.
This was absolutely fantastic, we ended up spending around 4 hours walking round and looking at and in the exhibits. The staff are really helpful and knowledgeable. Price was great and ample parking a real must do
First, there's a lot of history here. Some of it on screens and presentations a lot of it on signs - might be a drawback if you don't like reading, but I found them informative, useful. There are docents about and they're quite knowledgeable and will expand at length on any question. I caught one in the early flight phase (1910-20) and another in the lunar exhibit and both were excellent. Obviously if you're trying to cover 120 years of manned powered flight, several wars, etc., you can't fit it all in to one (even huge) building, but this is way more than a survey. Then there's 'don't forget the building across the street' - said so casually - my lord! You can do an hour or two over there and not even get to the outside displays. Seriously if you are at all interested in aviation, this is the one to see.
The Museum of Flight is a must-do! There were multiple galleries that featured planes from different eras. Plan to spend at minimum 3+ hours taking in all the amazing planes on display and reading the placards.
There is also an aviation pavilion that houses aircraft in a covered outdoor area where you can walk through some of the planes. One of the coolest parts was walking through a CONCORDE!
Definitely worthwhile for anyone interested in aviation and if you do not get through the museum in one go, you can purchase a discounted Return Trip Ticket within 7 days.
Exciting visit for those like me interested in the history of aviation.
Not surprisingly, the museum gives pride of place to American models, and Boeing in particular. You can only see two French planes from the First World War!
We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Museum of Flight. We learned a lot about the history of planes and there are so many different types of planes in the exhibits. You also get to tour the inside of some of the planes which was interesting. There are planes inside and outside to look at. We spent about 3 hours walking around and also enjoyed lunch there.
Museum with various models of planes, jets and helicopters, as well as spaces for children. It is accessible (has ramps and elevators) and interactive. You can board some famous aircraft, such as the Concorde and the Kennedy-era Air Force One. We didn't get to visit, but there's a space for World War II.
Very cool museum - great for my airplane obsessed toddler and super interesting for mom and dad also. They have an entire hanger filled with real planes, including an old air force one, that you get to climb on. Definitely recommend!
We spent 3 hours here with 4 kids. They didn't get bored! The planes include ones from Wright brothers, WWI and II and current eras.
This experience far exceeded our expectations. My 10 yr old loves planes, and he was in heaven. It’s also so nice to finally find a Seattle attraction with free parking! From the staff, to the cafe, and of course all of the well executed exhibits... this was amazing!
Museum of flight in Sea. is WAY better than The Simthsonian in Washington DC ! I thought the one in DC was cool. Plan on spending most of the day at The Museum of Flight.
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We stopped here on the way to the airport with about 1.5hrs until the museum closed and that certainly not enough time to see everything. My biggest complaint is just the quantity of planes to see and the amount of information to digest.
What an amazing place! This was certainly a full day's experience as there was so much to see. All the exhibits were presented to an incredibly high standard, as you would expect, leaving you feeling that you've had a very full and rewarding day.
While this museum is not near anything else (except on the way to the airport), it is well worth a stop. We did stop on our way to the airport (we used a taxi and the front desk had a protocol for putting luggage in a locked closet, so I guess we're not the only ones who have done this. They also called a taxi for us when we left.
We spent about three hours there and could have used more time. The special exhibit on Disney and WW II was a bonus to the incredible and comprehensive exhibits of planes, many of which you could go into.
Allow ample time for this museum! Kids will probably get bored but we enjoyed this experience tremendously. Many, many types of aircraft on display, including walk throughs on several.
The number of aircraft on show was incredible. I was particularly taken with the Personal Courage Wing which I thought was very well laid out and informative. And of course the ability to go onboard Concorde, Air Force One and the Boeing 747 prototype in the Aviation Pavilion was very exciting. Overall I thought the Museum was well worth the admission fee, recommended.
What an incredible collection! Separated by WWI and WWII events, with the story of pilots, and the difficulties of war, to modern airplanes, I loved!!!
One of the best places to visit. It takes around 2 hours to complete. Best part is we happen to watch the "Blue Angels" flying and view their landing. History of planes from world war 1 upto the present day Boeings can be evident.
This place was awesome. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The exhibits were very well kept. Many photos were taken. My favorite spots were the SR-71 Blackbird in the main area and the P-51 Mustang in the WWII area.
From the Wright brothers to the Space Shuttle, Airforce No1, Dreamliner, everything to see and touch. An inch experience
Huge museum with impressive displays of aircraft. Will take more than 4 hours to see everything and that's still doing it in a hurry.
Really great to see the first 747, an Air Force One, the Concord, first 737 and 727 etc. Went first thing on a Thursday and I was really the only person there for much of the morning. Bought a membership to support the museum and will definitely go back.
Wow! Amazing place if you're a fan of aircraft or flying. A great collection of all kinds of aircraft. Crossing the bridge across the street there were even larger aircraft, A concord Jet, former Airforce 1 that you could enter and see some of the interior. I had a great time. Stuff from WWI , WWII, current times, space there was a little of everything! Plan on spending some time here, it's a very big place with lots to see and do.
We visited today, it was wonderful having so many knowledgeable people to speak to throughout the exhibits. My husband has been raving about a gentleman he spoke to while my son and I made shadow puppets during the children’s class. It was a great place to go we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
I took bus 124 from Seattle Center on Monday. The bus stop is right outside the Aviation Pavilion. Ticket price is $25 for both sides of the museum. There were so much to see I spent over 4 hours looking at various models of planes, spaceship training facilities, Disney connection and fighter jets in both World Wars. There was so much to see and learn including history of Boeing. I especially love the experience of being inside the various aircrafts from the skinny Concorde to the Boeing 747 and the newer Dreamliner. The huge fighter jets are a sight to behold. I couldn't fit one in one photo. I would return to visit this tremendous collection of exhibits. Note that there are limited bus returning to Seattle on weekends.
Wow, what a neat experience. My husband and I spend over four hours wandering around here to see all of the exhibits. Both our families have flight history and we enjoyed seeing the planes our grandparents flew.
Fantastic place for AV geeks or families as such a fantastic range of planes on display from concord to space shuttle.
If in Seattle it’s a must visit & best way to get there by public bus for couple $ & bus stops right outside & takes about 35 mins from 3rd Ave
The museum is nice, and the volume of aircraft is outstanding. The presentation of the information is lacking compared to other museums with updated interactive exhibits. If you want to read a lot of information, then this is the place for you. Having worked in aviation for 20 years, I was there for the actual planes and it delivered. However, my family got tired of reading so they looked to me to narrate the important points of the aircraft we looked at. This place could be great for families with more interactive information presentation.
It was a first for me...being that I am an airplane enthusiasts and have a love of aircraft since I was a little kid..some of the planes you have on display..I remember seeing flying either at an airshow..or during my Navy days. I TRULY ENJOYED MY VISIT. THANK YOU FOR THE EXPERIENCE.
Very interesting collection, second only to the Smithsonian's. The aircraft were displayed at different heights in the Great Gallery but there were very informative signs about each throughout. In the Aviation Pavilion they were at ground level but the signs were even better. (A crew was polishing several of the airplanes there.) It was neat to enter into some of the airplanes and the simulators were fun. The Space Gallery was also very good. The food at the cafe was also excellent. I spent several hours there and enjoyed every minute.
Our family group of 14 had several hours to fill between the end of an Alaskan cruise and our flight home. This museum was an excellent choice! Free luggage storage was appreciated. Communication with Katy to set up our group reservation ahead of time was prompt and helpful. She arranged a docent tour for our group and suggested tickets for the short movie in the theater. Helen was our tour guide and she did a wonderful job of taking us through the history of aviation and bringing the stories of the people involved to life. Other staff we interacted with were also knowledgeable and passionate about the museum. There were enough hands-on exhibits to keep the kids engaged and the weather was great for exploring the outside planes and eating lunch outside the cafe. The kids also enjoyed the simulator. Highly recommend exploring this museum!
The Museum of Flight in Seattle is a great destination for aviation and space enthusiasts, adults or children. The exhibits are well prepared, featuring everything from early aircraft to modern space technology. I loved stepping aboard a Concorde and a historic Air Force One, as well as exploring the Space Gallery and World War I & II exhibits. Children would love to spend time in the Play Area. You may also experience the Control Tower, which lets you look out to the planes. Don't miss the chance to visit the Red Barn, the first Boeing factory, which offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the aviation industry with lots of interesting stories. Interactive displays and flight simulators make it fun and educational for all ages. Overall, it's a must-visit, so wear comfortable shoes because you'll want to see everything! It usually takes 3-5 hours to visit every exhibit in the whole museum. You may rest or also have some coffee and food at the Wings Cafe and enjoy sitting outside. I hope you have fun!
The history of the United States through its aviation. Not to be missed Air force one of the 60s and the history of the 2 world wars.
What's not to like about aviation and aerospace! Came here on a rainy Friday. It was good way to avoid the weather, but limited what I could see as some aircraft displays were outside...and I wasn't going to expose myself to that. Admission is cheap.
I had a few hours before a flight out of SeaTac and this was a great choice. Free parking and just 7 miles away. There's a good number of displays to check out and read about. There's a lot of aviation history here. This aviation museum isn't as large as others I've been to, but it is, still pretty cool!
Omg. This has to be the best museum on flight that I’ve ever visited. Great displays and explanatory informational signs. Good layout and easy to roam through the exhibits.
Leave plenty of time for your visit as you’ll want to see everything.
I don’t know what else I can say to express how good this museum is. Don’t forget to also visit the display of real jets across the street. Take advantage of every display on every floor.
From the Wright brothers to the moon landing to the Dreamliner everything there.
Boeing embossed with top-preserved pieces from WW1 and WW2 . Civil, space, military well divided with very competent professionals on site ( Boeing retirees)
Great museum, many exhibits
Very interesting, especially the uncomplicated look of the aircraft , especially inside
The Museum of Flight in Seattle is a dream spot for aviation fans and parents! The exhibition area is well-planned, from the classic World War II aircraft, to the modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner, and even the American President’s Air Force One, you can actually get on board and experience the charm of flying different times. The space exhibition also features space shuttles, rocket engines and astronaut equipment, making it feel like you’re entering NASA’s mission site. Outside there are various large aircraft parks, the atmosphere is shocking. The inside line is clear, rich in explanation, and the information in Chinese and English is excellent for slow exploration. Free parking and friendly service, also make the overall visit experience more partial. Whether you’re interested in airplanes or simply looking for a place to enjoy, it’s worth spending the whole day here!
Easily our favourite Seattle experience, so far. This was such a special visit for my teen and I. We just soaked it all up, seeing favourite aircraft we hadn’t seen before, in person, and learning about Boeing aircraft we had and do regularly travel on. The volunteers/experts on-site are a wealth of lived experience and knowledge so make sure you pause for a chat. We learned a lot and didn’t want to leave! The macaroni cheese in the café was nice, too! Absolutely brilliant visit.
Incredible. My husband enjoyed it more than the Boeing tour. So much to see; make sure to go for at least four hours. The outdoor pavilion is so cool.
Everything was well organized and very emotional, it was also educational for our people. The staff was friendly and thank you.
Absolutely worth every penny! This museum will have you busy for the entire day depending on how much reading you want to do. Kids of all ages should enjoy the visual attraction with lots of planes, helicopters, and jets to look at, climb in, and walk through. There are many sections sorted by time and topic. The gift shop is probably one of the best we've been to for aviation nerds. This really is one of the must sees when in Seattle!
3hrs passed fast and there is lots of great info along with real and model aircraft, some of which you can board like Concorde. As a blind visitor I was disappointed I couldn’t touch much at all and it would have been nice if staff could have supported me with more opportunities.
We stopped here while in the area for vacation even though it wasn't high on my list of priorities. However, I was very surprised and pleased at how interesting it was. It was a very pleasant way to explore early aviation while out of the sun. Enjoyed it immensely.
Lots of historic information. Could have spent the entire day there. Signage could have been a little better to the covered outside static displays.
The Museum of Flight is a must-visit for aviation enthusiasts! With a vast collection spanning different eras and interactive displays, it offers an engaging and educational experience for all.
This was the most impressive thing I did in Seattle. What a fabulous museum for those with any interest in flight or space. Reasonably priced tickets and a quick uber out from downtown. Huge range of aircraft on display that should cover all interests and the space flight section was very informative. Loved the displays dedicated to WW1 & WW2 and got up close and personal with some of the iconic aircraft from these eras. Even walked through Concorde!
Make sure you try the flight simulator, it was awesome.
Gift shop was good and reasonably priced as gift shops go.
The museum itself is superb, and there are many interesting exhibits. We did the walking tour of the Blackbird exhibit, which was very informative. The café is okay, but unfortunately the dark haired young woman who served us (PM Oct 28th) was particularly disinterested, rude and obviously didn't want to be there. Otherwise a great visit and recommended
Lots of planes to see.
Guides (volunteers) are friendly & knowledgeable. The display area is huge & you can see planes from World war 1 to the Space shuttle.
Very fun, got to see many cool planes and to my surprise a blackbird prototype being the only one in existence, also cosplayed the president on air force one and pretended I was tom cruise in the model flight simulator. 10/10
If you love airplanes, you have to check this place out! They have planes from many different years. The people are nice and very helpful! As soon as you walk into the big room, it kind of takes your breath away. You can see the inside of old Air Force One airplanes, as well as older commercial airplanes. Blue Angels, military, and much more! They have a small section for space as well. So cool!
Everything about this museum is well done. If you have any interest in aviation or aviation history, this is a must see museum. It has an amazing collection of planes along with histories on most of them and compelling stories of people who flew many of them. The museum is divided into several sections across a couple of buildings. We spent pretty much the whole day there touching on most of it and really enjoyed everything. There are a number of short videos to provide additional information an complex topics (such as the shuttle launch and reentry) there are opportunities to walk through iconic planes (like the Concorde) and the 787 Dreamliner. Highly recommend!
This museum and Boeing's Future of Flight in Everett compliment each other well.
This one focus more on history and the past with more traditional "museum" like information displays, whereas Boeing's Future of Flight focus on future with interactive "game like" activities.
I highly recommend visiting both if you have time.
This museum is huge. You can spend anywhere from 2 hours to a whole day or more.
If your time is limited, identify top 3 themes aligns with your interest and focus on them will help. The museum staff and help you narrow down.
It's only 15-20 minutes from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport. They also have places for you to store your luggage (maybe with a fee?), which also makes a good place to visit if you have long layover before your connecting flight.
They also offer discounted return ticket for you to revisit another day within 7 days from your original admission purchase.
This museum offers things for all ages to enjoy. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend this museum! Time well spent enjoying history and science. Had no idea we could walk on Air Force One and The Concord.
It is a haemosa city, very green, with lakes, sea and mountains. We stayed in Queen Ann an amazing neighborhood with lots to walk around. You need a car to get around and we toured its parks and beaches
Best thing I did in Seattle.
As a space nut, I loved the Mercury / Gemini / Apollo exhibits.
As a military history nut, I enjoyed the Vietnam War exhibits.
I spent the best part of a day here and still didn't get to everything.
Located at Boeing Field in Seattle.
I would like to mention specifically the “Red Barn” and the Aviation Pavilion.
The Red Barn is Boeing’s first production facility, which provides a brief insight into the equipment of Boeing’s workshops and history at the time.
The Aviation Pavilion is also a tribute to Boeing and aviation in general. The Allenstein 727, 737 and Jumbo 747 are shown. Next to it are, among others, a 787 in Boeing colors, a Concorde of British Airways., bombers of the types B-29, B-17 and B-47. next to it is the first jet as a presidential aircraft VC-137B.
On most passenger flights, the interiors can be visited, which is not possible anywhere else.
Top Aircraft Museum Very informative also about the 1st And World War II as well as in the outdoor area e.g. For example, recommend a Concorde from British Airways
I am an avid aviator, pilot, and I have visited flight museums in every continent, from Europe, the Americas (North and South), Asia, Africa and Oceania. The top aviation Museum I've been to is the Smithsonian. This is the next one, unforgettable experience. The Boeing Commercial Aircraft facility surrounds this museum, so naturally, there are a lot of Boeing aircraft on display. But you will also find the Saturn engines of the Apollo XIII, the one-of-a-kind Space Shuttle training mockup, used by NASA Houston to train Astronauts, the VIP 707 used by Nixon in his travels to China, and a full collection of WWI, WWII, Vietnam-era fighters. A fantastic way to spend a few hours.
Just an exceptional museum which covers all aspect of aviation. We went on a rainy weekend and the place was not crowded at all, which added immensely to the fun. Just an incredible number of planes from all era, plus a very interesting collection of models of every plane that flew in WW2. For WW1, a few very rare originals but mostly well made reproductions (perfectly understandable). We easily spent the better part of the day there (and even then we did not have much time to cover the outdoor pavilion and Air Force One parked there). What a treat for those interested in aviation!
A fabulous excursion into the history of aviation..from the Wright brothers to the space race and beyond. Huge museum..you can spend a whole day here and still not see it all.
Just by chance, I was able to stop by this museum. I had NO idea how much I was going to LOVE this museum. There is a ton of things to do and see in this museum. My favorite parts were seeing the space capsules, going into a Concorde jet, walking through the 747, and walking through the old presidential plane. For anyone who's an AvGeek, you must do this museum. And what's shocking to me is how much stuff there is to see an do. It is a fantastic museum and you have to go!
We took our son to visit and he loved it. There kids play area is so nice, very Interactive and keeps the kids engaged .
A must visit if you are in town. The feeling of being overwhelmed by airplanes in all ages is just phenomenal! There’s another history section where you get to read in more detail on the history of the Boeing company. Loved it. Make sure to cross the sky bridge to check the space gallery and the aviation pavilion - it’s even better than the museum itself!
One of the best museums I have visited! I'm embarrassed that it took me so long to get here! Do not forget to cross the bridge and visit the outside Hangar! So many things to see that I would recommend 2 visits. They give you a "return visit" discount with your original ticket. I look forward to returning!
We visited the museum in the pouring rain and it did not dampen our spirits or excitement. Going aboard all of these planes and seeing the inner workings is not available at many museums. The guides are smart friendly and savvy. Few others braved the storm so it was a quiet thoughtful place.
Very easy to get to and reasonably priced. The volunteer staff were friendly and knowledgeable but the exhibits and the information boards speak for themselves. The WW2 exhibit was probably the best one I have seen and the Space exploration not far behind. Not a real aviation buff but managed to spend a good 4hrs on a rainy Seattle day and could have stayed longer
I took my 11-year old son to the Museum of Flight - it was truly exceptional. I wasn't expecting it to be so terrific. We were told as an aside that the audio guide wasn't really better than reading the exhibits - and that seemed to be a good call. We took a walking tour of the WW1 & WW2 fighter planes given by one of the volunteers - it ran way over timewise but was so much better for it! I couldn't recommend it more highly. My son was glued to every word. I would say that if you want to really experience the museum, take a free walking tour and try to see everything. It is a good 4 hours. I think we were there for almost 5 hours, with lunch, and son could have kept going. I was pooped. But we plan to go back in March so he will get another bite at the flying apple.
It is appropriate for all age groups and the staff is extremely friendly. Volunteers are knowledgeable and we had some exiting conversations.
Well organized, informed staff, very polite, easy to get to for the tourist.
Would recommend for future visitors.
Very good layout and solid data on all exhibits.
Pleasure to attend.
This was my first time visiting this museum. And I had a great time. I enjoyed the tour and free time to wander around the grounds. The gift shop had a wide selection of souvenirs—I bought a sticker for my travel journal. Ample parking. Cafe on premises.
If you like military planes, space craft, and history you'd probably enjoy it. I'm more into civilian airliners, and although there were some to explore, it wasn't as cool as I expected.
The museum offers a bunch of displays. The moon landing session is literally the best part of it. The staff on the floor was explaining the process perfectly. I learnt a lot during our conversation. Parking is easy and cruising around the floors is fine. The museum may need more staff and more live interactions to keep the attendees for engaged.
History of Boeing & airplane industry was fascinating. Going through Air Force One & the Concorde was the best! Highly recommend it!
My wife and I spent 2.5 hours here, and could have spent much more! This is a great collection over several halls across both sides of the road. Take time to enjoy it all for $25 (look out for -$2 dollar flyers in hotels and tourist stands). Easy to find and free parking.
The first hall is set around the SR-71 Blackbird and the airforces if the Vietnam War. The “red shed” is the original Boeing factory. There is a hall filled with WW1 and WW2 aircraft. Across the bridge is the space hall with a mock Shuttle and the original Soyuz TM-14 capsule. Outside is Concorde, Air Force One and the first Boring 747.
We had an amazing experience and recommend highly+ to you. Please give me a “Helpful” vote if I helped you!
This museum is very large. if you're interested in the evolution of planes to the present day this place is your place Our issue is that it was massively crowded and it was so hard to really enjoy the exhibits so we wound up going thru it at a faster pace than desired. We went today which was free museum day. When we got there the line was very long around the building. When we left it still was. This museum is very popular in that regard. I'm not sure if it is always so crowded.
we live on the East coast and have gone to the DC Smithsonian Air and Space Museum and the Udvar Hazy museum in Dulles, VA. Each museum is unique but this one is by far huge and among the most modern up to date. Very nice.
I'm more tied to history than I think. I've seen this.
The stories of fighters and pilots who fought in World War II were also interesting.
I was able to go up and test and compare all existing Boeing series aircraft.
The discontinued Concorde passenger plane was very impressive when it went up, and the passenger plane was very slim and the inside was amazing.
I geeked out . Love the feel and nostalgia of the place . Also loved the history and amazing collection of aircraft . Very well organized and very well kept .
Quite possibly the best museum of aviation I have ever been to. All of the displays were done so well. We loved every minute exploring the WW2 and space exhibits especially. Walking in Air Force One (Kennedy-Johnson-Nixon era) was a blast from the past. Allow yourself about 2 hours or more to fully experience this museum.
Being an aviation fan, this visit was kind of a bucket list item. It did NOT disappoint! Would however recommend at least 3 hours to fully take it all in.
From the beginnings of flight you’ll be able to experience it all. Great exhibits. One of the docents, Bill took us through the Red Barn the original Boeing factory.
Lots of aircraft to view and many to walk through. I did the simulator which is a simulated jet attack on enemy targets. If you’ve done Disney Star Tours you will be very very disappointed( I’m 73) Spent a couple hours on a rainy day. What I loved was lots of student groups learning and the many mini theaters where they watch storied videos and learn about history from film reels. It’s really well done.
Magnificent museum that is very well cared for and meticulously maintained. All exhibits are spotlessly clean, shiny and in great condition. Every part of the museum is incredibly interesting. We have been to the Smithsonian (Washington DC) and would have to say the WW1 & WW2 galleries and other displays are better presented, especially for those who may not be airplane enthusiasts'.
We enjoyed our simulator ride (F-15), unfortunately, the photo booth was not open for us to purchase a picture of the ride.
Great museum with all the history of aviation and Boeing. Beautiful collection of all vehicles from the beginning to the present. You can also see some of the planes inside. Really worth it and a must do if you are in Seattle.
This place is huge! Several different viewing areas. Plan on being here for several hours. I didn’t do the flight simulator.
It's an absolute great museum to visit. The main exhibition hall has an amazing assortment of planes from a replica of the Wright Brothers plane to an SR-71 spy plane. The World War 1 and World War 2 halls are fantastic with all types of aircraft from the era. The air and space exhibit with a full-size space shuttle it fun and provides a lot of perspective. I really enjoyed walking on to the Concord and Air Force one located in the hanger display. The museum does a great job showing all of us the history and innovation in the persiut of flight.
Fantastic!!! A must see! My husband who is into all of this said he could spend days in there. We spent about 3 hours in there but if my husband had his way he would have spent the whole day there. We paid the $8 for the VR in the space section, totally worth it.
We really enjoyed the WW2 planes the most. The pandemic didn't allow for the simulators to be open otherwise this visit would have been a 5 star rating. If you have teens with any interest in space or planes this is a must stop.
Need two days to see it all well, just like all good museums. Price is great for families and Ofer to come back second day with discount is a great idea.
The Museum of Flight is only 20 min from SeaTac Airport. The most brilliant way to spend 4 hours. It’s truly stunning and history of WW1 & WW2 and everything else. So much to do and see. Fantastic and 6 ⭐️
Very impressive exhibition, especially the original aircraft are worth seeing (civil and military). Of course only Boieng aircraft (or the merging companies), Ausnamhe is a Concorde that can also be visited inside.
Also interesting are the explanations regarding the development of aviation (mail flights, etc.)
Not cheap, but worth it.
Amazing collection across aviation, space exploration, history and everything that connects them.
Chance to get onboard some iconic planes including JFK’s Air Force One, the first 747 built, a modern 787 and Concorde AG (which has been well cared for which is more than can be said for the fact one owned by BA which languishes outdoors in a gloomy corner of Heathrow).
Too many other exhibits to list, but more than enough to occupy a full day of browsing. Lots of knowledgable volunteers with interesting facts and stories.
WOW. Just wow! A clear highlight for anyone interested in flight was this museum.
Bravo Boeing for establishing such an exquisite museum, filled with well documented and flowing displays.
I visited with my late teenage son, and could easily have spent a full day there. Reasonable entrance ticket price, was the introduction to a world class museum from the earliest aeroplane research to the Space Shuttle and beyond.
Lots of staff and many older generation helpers who "knew their onions". Must be retired Boeing, pilots, engineers etc. A great asset to a museum.
We left exhausted! Filled with great memories and photos of a top class museum.
Wow! This facility tops the Smithsonian Air and Space museum. 5 planes open for walkthrough. Loved being inside the Boeing 747. Air Force One. Concorde. Space shuttle training plane. WWI and WWII exhibits best we’ve ever seen. Featured decorated Pilots from all over the world - Germany and Russia. Female pilot exhibits great. Flight simulators to play with. Cafe busy and food just right. Volunteers and staff knowledgeable and helpful. Allow 3-4 hours to experience it all.
A must for flight aficionados! The collection is extensive and I could come back again to take in all of it. The displays are very well explained and an extensive range of interactive and film presentations exist. A section of the displays are outdoors, under a high canopy, which does not spare you from the (chilly) winds or cold temperature - dress well, hats and gloves protect! There is a very good cafeteria style restaurant and an equally well stocked gift shop on the premises. The museum is very conveniently accessed by the public city bus system — the stop being right outside the entrance. A variety of discounts for different age groups are available on the admission ticket, and also for those with AAA membership (show the card). Probably one of Seattle’s best attractions, highlighting the role that Boeing the aerospace company has played in this region.
Was absolutely fantastic!!! We went on free first thursday!! And spent over 2 hrs going through the 3 buildings. There was multiple floors and exhibits in each. Lots of interactive things. And multiple planes to fo on!
I really like this museum - this is my third visit and each time I run out of time to see everything. Living so far away (South Africa) I really needed a couple of days to see the whole museum properly. However, what I did get to see was truly amazing. The main gallery has a treasure trove on its own. Aircraft you will not see anywhere else most probably - especially Boeing aircraft - this is after all the home of Boeing (Seattle) - the part that is new for me is the Space gallery and the pavilion attached to the Space gallery. So good to see that aircraft are being kept out of the elements for future generations to see. Well done to the whole team who work at the museum.
Excellent experience, we took many photos, the guide we had was good in detail. The part of the live planes is impressive, the 747, 787, Concorde, retired Air Force One among others.
While in Seattle for Mariners game. We needed something to do for a day. So We visited the museum of flight. Even if you're not into airplanes, it is a good history lesson in aviation. There are lots of cool things to see. Plan on spending some time. We spent 5 hours and still could have spent more. Highly recommended.
Cool museum with a lot of different planes demonstrated. It will take approx 3h to visit all the pavilions: planes gallery, Apollo zone, aviation pavilion and others. You can walk through some of the planes like Concorde, Air Force One, first Boeing 747 and 787.
Here you can find VR experiences, flight simulators and movie about Artemis mission for the extra payment.
There is a cafe with a cool view on the planes inside the museum.
Free wi-fi.
Well worth it and very educational. It is easily as good as the Smithsonian in quality and variety. If you live in the area, go the first Thursday of the month and it is free!
The blackbird inside the museum is very impressive however the open air hangar is immense. A great variety of aviation vehicles and the veterans are always more than happy to give you some history on each of the aircraft giving it that personal touch. Would recommend going!
It is located in the south, near the airport, with a 40 minute bus ride (124) you can get there, and the road is absolutely worth it. Even those who are not passionate about airplanes will be amazed. Super recommended.
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What an incredible place!! We spent 4 hours there and I believe we saw everything!! So, plan to spend some time - there is so much to see and experience! You are able to walk on several planes and knowable people are there to provide historical facts and answer any questions you might have. My husband loved it!! The museum spans the highway so don’t miss walking across the sky walk to those exhibits. I believe they have everything covered in the way of history and aircraft.