Awesome place for kids and adults alike. The admis...

Awesome place for kids and adults alike. The admission fee can be steep, for my party of two adults and a 3.5 year old, we paid roughly sixty-two dollars, so plan on going in the morning and spending as much time enjoying the whole place (you can go in and out with a hand stamp after initial entry in case you need to go out and eat).

Went there for the dinosaur exhibit (a small, permanent exhibit of a few of the most famous ones) plus the special three-day train show happening this MLK weekend for my train then dinosaur fan toddler.

Unfortunately it was a little too crowded for my son who got jostled by bigger and/or aggressive kids. So if your little one is still learning to stand his or her ground, a bit shy or averse to big crowds, come on a weekday.

Parking is also a bit challenging on a weekend at the Seattle Center so keep that in mind. The restrooms are clean, there are water fountains in strategic areas, a cafe if you want to sit down for coffee or a snack by the dinosaur exhibit, or get popcorn, soda and candies down by the IMAX theater.

If you are a big crowd, say at least eight people, purchasing a family membership will be cheaper. And after an exhausting (and expensive) trip to the Science Center, save on dining costs by heading to the Metropolitan Market (less than a 10 minute walk away) and check out their hot bar, deli and numerous dessert options.