Explore with me one of the oldest public markets in the USA
Welcome to the “Other” Washington
Nestled in the northwest corner of the “lower 48” is Washington State. This is:
- where you will find Mount Rainier
- home of the Space Needle
- the mecca for software companies
- location of the original Starbucks
- the birthplace of grunge music
- the backdrop for the Twilight series
…and where you will find Pike Place Market.
The Simple Facts
Established in 1907, Pike Place Market is a year-round farmers’ market in the heart of the Seattle waterfront. Within this nine-acre historic area, you will find produce stands, fish markets, butcher shops, owner-operated bakeries, and crafts markets — over 200 unique owner-operated shops. In addition, there are over 80 restaurants, everything from casual take-out to the finest in dining. There is definitely something for everyone.
