destination... seattle

The Pike Place Market in Seattle is an institution as well as one of my favorite destinations! Its nine acres and 100 years of operation encompass thousands of unique and interesting stories — stories of immigration, internment, gentrification and urban renewal — that explain why Pike Place Market is called "The Soul of Seattle."

The Market is at its best in the morning. The vendors are setting up, and the place is fresh and full of energy. On summer afternoons the crowds can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate. Be warned that Pike Place is an area that closes up at around 5:30 pm, except for a few of the sit down restaurants. Much better to spend your evening in Belltown or in the clubs and bars of Pioneer Square. Have a great morning in the Market.

You don’t need to arrive before 8 or 9 am - and don’t have breakfast first. You MUST go to Lowell's for Seattle's Best Coffee and their crab omlet (the french toast is not bad either)! :)