Seattle - Pike Place Market - Helpful Info for Visitors

 

Pike Place Market is a Public Market located in downtown Seattle to the east of the waterfront.

It covers nine acres with stellar views of the Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound.

Pike Place Market in Seattle is the Uber Farmer's Market.

It is a collection of unique craft and food stalls, restaurants, bakeries, cafes, street entertainment, and curio shops. Established in 1907, it runs 363 day a year.

More useful information below in this Pike Place Market travel guide for Seattle visitors.

 

Address

Pike Place Market Address:

93 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101

1st Ave and Pike St. cross-section in Seattle, WA 98101, US

 

Admission Fee

Pike Place Market Entrance:

FREE

Pike Place Market Hours:

9AM - 5 PM (Daily - Except closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas)

 

Getting There

How to get to Pike Place Market in Seattle:

By Car to Pike Place Market:

Via I-5 North:

- Take the Madison Street exit, #164, and turn left.

- Turn right onto Western Avenue from Madison.

- The entrance to the Market Parking Garage is on the left side of the street.

Via I-5 South:

- Take the Denny Way/Stewart Street exit, #166.

- Follow Stewart Street to First Avenue. Turn right onto First Avenue.

- Turn left onto Lenora Street. Turn left onto Western Avenue.

- Follow Western to the entrance to the Public Market Parking Garage on the right side of the street.


By Public Bus or Light Rail to Pike Place Market:

- Take the Metro bus or Sound Transit Light Rail to the Market.

- Get off near the Market on First Avenue or Pine Street.

- The Westlake Sound Transit Link Light Rail station is located four blocks away from the Market.

 

Recommendations

Tips for visiting Pike Place Market in Seattle:

- This is free and a must-do in Seattle. Plan on spending the day.

- Spend time in the market then walk down to the Seattle Waterfront or take a ferry ride.

- The cost of parking and traffic can be cumbersome. Take a bus if possible. It is much easier and economical.

 

Website

 

Official Pike Place Market Foundation Website