Pike Place Market, Seattle

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Favorite thing: This is what I discovered just recently and I have to share with you travelling to Seattle. Since driving here is crazy and the parking is super expensive, you might as well park to a place where it is close to everything and you don't have to do a lot of walking! (Especially those who have children who are in strollers or those who have disability).

Park on Western Avenue close to the World Spice Market. Then take the elevator down to go to the Waterfront or the sky bridge. You can, again, take the elevator to go up to the Pike Place Market. The Waterfront includes the Seattle Aquarium, Argossy Cruises, Waterfront Park, Pier 57 and Pier 59, the ferry terminals to Bainbridge Island, the Fisherman's Wharf, the Carousel, the Crab Pot, Pirates' Plunder, etc.

Fondest memory: I just love walking around the waterfront and look at the Puget Sound. The ferries come and go.

Favorite thing: 1)Parking can be tough-I would recommend the parking lot on Western. It connects to Pike Place Market via an overpass. The parking is cheaper than the other lots in the area and if you stay for less than an hour, it's free.

2)Try visiting on weekdays. Weekends are very crowded, especially in the summer.

3)The public restrooms definitely need upgrades. I'd recommend trying to use one of the restaurant restrooms if possible.

Favorite thing:

Seattle often has sunshine as my photos prove! I love the Pike St. Market and can wander the streets around in for hours. I think all tourists come here and usually stay downtown. But drive out to the suburbs if you can and enjoy the beautiful mountains and scenery.

Fondest memory:

My unfavorite and favorite memory is the earthquake of February, 2001. This was scary.. sorry I have no photos.

Fondest memory: The Pike Place Market is probably the most festive area of Seattle. This is where people come to buy things for their everyday needs. Besides fruits, vegetables, and meats, you can also buy lots of art and crafts, flowers, soaps, etc. here. Don't forget to stop by the first Starbucks coffee shop to have a look! If you like shopping, the Pike Place Market is for you.

Favorite thing: At Pike Place Market you can see something special: Fish being tossed around. Lots of entertainment is created when large fish, probably at least 10 pounds each, fly through the air and land in the butcher's hands. But watch out! Don't be surprised to have a fish land on your face or shoulder!

Favorite thing: Pikes Fish Market in Seattle is a bit of a tourist trap. After you select a fish for purchase a floor attendant throws the fish across the market area to the packaging table. There should be a flying fish in the photo. It is difficult to take pictures of flying fish. We bought two salmon ( 5 lbs ea. / 2 kg. ea.) . Then we phoned back to Toronto to invite people over for a BBQ. We had to fly back on an over night flight through Chicago which was an adventure , but we made it along with the two salmon, and the BBQ was a success .

Favorite thing: A morning trip to visit Pike Place Market , A scenic drive , a stop at Greenlake for lunch and peoplewatching , sunset and ferry watching at Golden Gardens .
Dessert , Ice Cream at Baskin & Robbins

Fondest memory: My family first , and the beautiful weather at the end of summer!

Favorite thing: If you happen to go to Seattle and it's sunny and warm, you have been blessed. When the sun does hit the city you can see the streets come alive with crowds hoarding anywhere they can soak up some rays. The sun stays up late in the summer and you can feel the energy from the city as it comes alive.

Fondest memory: Go to Pikes Market and around the waterfront on that sunny day. The livliness is contageous and you will feel the happiness around you. It's great for shopping for fresh flowers and food and it's also great to just stroll around and watch time slowly go by. Seattle can be a great town for those on a budget if you know where to go. Pike Place Market is one of those places. You can find great deals on produce and other goods and join all the others as you slowly make your way from the market to Pioneer Square.