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MANITO PARK AND BOTANICAL GARDENS

(5.0 Score)
1702 South Grand Boulevard,
Spokane, WA 99203 Directions

Since 1904

Specialty:

✓ Botanical Gardens ✓ Rose Garden ✓ Japanese Garden ✓ Duncan Garden ✓ Perennial Garden ✓ Lilac Garden ✓ Conservatory ✓ Walking Paths ✓ Picnic Areas ✓ Playground ✓ Duck Pond ✓ Seasonal Floral Displays ✓ Bird Watching ✓ Photography ✓ Public Restrooms ✓ Free Parking ✓ Educational Programs ✓ Community Events and Garden Tours

"Manito Park and Botanical Gardens is a 90-acre public park renowned for its stunning botanical displays, peaceful walking trails, and beautifully maintained landscapes. Established in 1904 on Spokane's South Hill, the park features several themed gardens, including the formal Duncan Garden, the serene Nishinomiya Tsutakawa Japanese Garden, Rose Hill, the Lilac Garden, and the Gaiser Conservatory with its tropical and seasonal plant collections. Visitors can also enjoy open green spaces, playgrounds, picnic areas, and scenic pathways, making it a year-round destination for families, photographers, and nature lovers.

2026 Update: Admission is free, making it one of Spokane's most popular outdoor attractions."

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Price:

Parkshelter Reservations
All Small Parksshelters $90
Large Parksshelters $150
Park Grounds & Picnic Areas $90

Contact:

(509) 625-6200

Mon-Fri: 8am - 11:30am|2:30am - 5am
Sat & Sun: Closed

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BLUE ZOO AQUARIUM

(4.9 Score)
4750 North Division Street, Suite 1242,
Spokane, WA 99207 Directions

Since 2010

Specialty:

✓ Interactive Play ✓ Fresh Water Center ✓ Saltwater Center ✓ Pirate Ship ✓ Water Play Tables ✓ Touch Tanks ✓ Animal Feeding Experiences

“Blue Zoo Aquarium is a family-friendly aquarium and petting zoo at NorthTown Mall with pirate shows and interactive exhibits. The aquarium has over 200 species of animals, a 24-foot pirate ship, and two water tables. Blue Zoo Aquarium's mission is to educate and inspire people in a friendly, hands-on environment. The aquarium features sea creatures like jellyfish, clownfish, seahorses, octopuses, and sharks. The staff at Blue Zoo Aquarium are kind and friendly to all visitors. The Ray tank is the primary attraction where children are allowed to touch the fish. The aquarium has various attractions, including the Stingray Touch Pool, Starfish Touch Tank, Touch and Feed Bird Room, Touch and Feed Lizard Center, Predator Tank, Reef Tank, Fish Only Tank, Clownfish Tank, Giant River Tank, Mermaid Meet and Greet, Pirate Show, Shark Tank, and Fresh Water Center, which includes Discus, Axolotl, and Archerfish. Blue Zoo Aquarium offers free admission for children aged two and under.”

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License UBI #604-347-180

Price:

ANNUAL PASSES:
Child (3–12): $69.95
Adult (13+): $79.95
DAY PASSES:
12 Or More (Group): $13.95
Adults & Teens (13+): $19.95
Children (3–12): $16.95
Military (With ID): $17.95

Discount:

10% Off for Birthday Parties and Other Events

10% Off for Summer Camp

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Contact:

(509) 579-3111

Mon-Thu: 11am - 6pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 8pm
Sun: 11am - 5pm

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NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ARTS AND CULTURE

(4.9 Score)
2316 West First Avenue,
Spokane, WA 99201 Directions

Since 1916

Specialty:

✓ Campbell House ✓ Teacher Resources ✓ Online Collections Search and Exhibits ✓ American Indian Collection ✓ Regional History ✓ Archives ✓ Preservation and Assessment ✓ Internships ✓ Summer Camps ✓ Research Services ✓ Library ✓ Prime Time for Seniors ✓ Lectures ✓ Adult Programs ✓ School Visits ✓ Guided Tours ✓ Museum Exhibitions ✓ Educational Workshops ✓ Blue Star Museum ✓ Adult Group Visit

"Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture showcases a blend of regional history, art, and culture at this eclectic museum that includes a mansion tour. The Museum's mission is to foster appreciation for the art, history, and cultures of the Inland Northwest and beyond through collections, exhibitions, and programs that enrich and inspire the audience. This historic residence of 13,000 square feet, designed by Kirkland Cutter, offers firsthand insight into life in Spokane at the turn of the 20th century. They provide exposure to art, history, and culture from their region and beyond to over 100,000 visitors annually, including thousands of students. They preserve collections of more than one million artifacts and archival materials, including a comprehensive collection of art, historical objects, and textiles from this region, a significant research archive, and the largest collection of Plateau Indian art and artifacts.

2026 Update: Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture has the collection of Plateau Indian artifacts and art is the very largest in the world with more than One million objects and the world-renowned Joel E. Ferris Research Archives offers an opportunity to explore their vast collection."

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License #601600599

Price:

Adults (18+): $15
Seniors (65+): $12
College Students With Id: $12
Children Students (6 To 17): $9
Individual Memberships
Adult $55
Senior (65+) $40
Teacher Student (With Valid Id) $40
Dual Memberships
Adult $75
Senior (65+) $65

Discount:

$1 Off Regular Admissions for AAA Members

$1 Off for Active Duty Military and family Members

10% Off on Photo Reproductions and Access

10% Off on Eligible Adult Programs

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Contact:

(509) 456-3931 (509) 363-5356

Tue-Sun: 10am - 5pm
Mon: Closed

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MANITO PARK AND BOTANICAL GARDENS REVIEWS

This is a very big park with lots of amazing culture and beautiful landscape. It has an upper and lower playground a few pounds and gardens with big open areas to play with your dogs. Just don't leave trash and pick up your dog poop. Keep them on a leash in most areas and be very mindful of the bordering houses. Drive safe as lots of children, pets and walkers on the roads. Enjoy it's definitely worth the visit.

I love going here so much! The gardens are incredible. I try to go several times a year so I can enjoy the lilac gardens in bloom as well as the rose garden and the formal gardens in full bloom. I live north of CDA so it’s a drive for me but so worth it!.

My first visit to Manito Park was in the Fall of 2004 when my husband and I were newlyweds. After many moves to different states and several years later, life brought us back to where our lives began together in Spokane. We love visiting the many gardens as a family with our sons. My husband and I visited the Rose Garden together a couple years ago in October. The rose blooms were plentiful and spectacular in the middle of October! It was such a peaceful experience. We visited Duncan Gardens on my Birthday in July this year and just recently this past weekend we visited the Japanese Gardens. I find so much joy simply being in nature and there is so much beauty to appreciate in Manito Park. It’s so peaceful and beautiful. I always enjoy seeing people enjoying the park and gardens as well. It’s a great place to be and visit anytime of year! Walking down Manito Boulevard and around the park on the pathways during the Fall with the golden leaves everywhere is amazing! I love it so much and the best part is it’s always free to visit!! Manito Park has always been a beautiful blessing full of joyful memories for my family.

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BLUE ZOO AQUARIUM REVIEWS

The Blue Zoo in Spokane is an AWESOME learning experience for kids of all ages! It’s the perfect place to have a birthday party too! I loved how easy it was to make my daughter’s birthday party arrangements and how great the staff was during her party! I also want to thank Johnathan for all of his help and the generous donation Blue Zoo Spokane has made to St Mary’s Catholic school. He has been more than willing to help in any way that he can!! I can’t wait to visit the Blue Zoo again soon! Thanks.

We have come a few times to Blue Zoo and our kids of both ages love it! From the bird feeding to the hands on area, it’s a great place to get out of the house and explore. Wish we had more awesome kids places like this around town! Today Glen told us they have new fish and species bringing brought in soon, he was super friendly in welcoming us and educating about some of the upcoming things happening. We will definitely be back.

Austin helped us into the bird cage and was very knowledgeable and informative. We got to pet manta rays and see snakes and sharks! Kiddo loved it. Worth the money.

NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ARTS AND CULTURE REVIEWS

Went on a whim after breakfast at Frank's Diner because there was a Japanse sword making exhibit (and we are total nerds for that sort of stuff). Entry was half off due to the main exhibit being unavailable for viewing (what appeared to be an interesting samurai exhibit). No problem, this was communicated prior to purchase. We were able to view a showcase on Native Americans local to the area as well as an expo featuring women's art. They also have a hands on art /crafts area. It appears geared towards elementary kids, but there was a sign welcoming all ages and so we made envelopes for Valentine's day.

The museum was cool and educational, even picked a few fossils up from the gift shop:) BUT the mansion, oh, my, gosh! It was gorgeous! I want to come back just for the mansion again! I just wish there were some pictures to see the rooms that weren’t open to the public. I’m definitely coming back. Highly recommend, 5 stars.

I went here as my first place to visit Spokane. It allows you to learn the history of this city and how the expo in the 1974 ha really Given it a reborn. There are exhibition halls with cars, expo dossiers and modern art. The staff helped me a lot giving further information on what to see in this city. Really appreciated this stage on my journey here.

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MANITO PARK AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10

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BLUE ZOO AQUARIUM Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Business Hours: 9
Business Images: 9
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Social Media: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ARTS AND CULTURE Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 9
Business Images: 9
Contact Info: 9
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10