Free Things to do in Seattle: Pike Place Market

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Seattle Pike Place Market : Free things to do in Seattle
Seattle Pike Place Market - Free things to do in SeattleEvery visit to Seattle should include a trip to Pike Place Market.  Located right above Elliot Bay on Pike and First, just a few blocks from the Seattle Center, Pike Place Market has been in operation for over a century.  It is filled with almost 300 year round vendors selling everything from fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables, to locally made crafts and art work – and so much more.  Wind through the Market into the Down Under for more specialty shops and restaurants.

Don’t Miss:

World Famous Fish Market
Watch out for flying fish!  When you enter the Market directly under the large neon sign, the first thing you’ll experience is the show put on by the World famous Fish Market.  If no fish are being thrown, buy one, and you’ll get to catch it (see video below).  The fish mongers are fun to watch and great to interact with, definitely a Market highlight.

Gum Wall
As you wander under the Market down Post Alley, you will find the Gum Wall. Here kids of all ages for almost 20 years have been adding their gum to the growing collection.  Gross, I know, but your kids will be intrigued and want to add their own.   Bring a pack of Bubble Yum!
 
Starbucks' First Store
Get your double tall skinny vanilla latte fix where it all started.

Victor Steinbrueck Park
At the north end of the Market is a large open space with a paved area, large lawn and amazing view.  You’ll also find street performers here.

There are so many side streets and crazy alleys filled with shops, reastaurants and great views.  A day at the Market is definitely a Seattle must see.

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#3 karin 2012-02-21 15:44
There's really so much to see and do - and such great local vendors! Love the Market.
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#2 southern 2012-01-26 21:34
Fun video! I have wanted to visit Pike Place ever since reading the Fish! philosophy with a group of 9th graders. It sounds like such a neat environment.
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#1 Carmel L. Mooney 2012-01-26 03:10
LOVE the market and watching the guys toss the fish!
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