Pike Place Market Seattle is a public market overlooking the spectacular Elliott Bay harbor in Seattle, Washington. This market was established on August 17, 1907. Pike Place Market Seattle is considered as one of the oldest and the busiest public markets in the region.
The ideal location of Pike Place Market Seattle makes it easily accessible from all the parts of the city by public transport. The market place is situated on the edge of a steep hill in Downtown Seattle. The market comprises several underground levels below the main market floor. A variety of unique shops are located within the market area. Antique shops, comic book stores, restaurants serving local specialties, fish stalls, handicraft stalls, fresh fruits and vegetables corner are the main sections of stores in the market.
Pike Place Market Seattle is often referred as the Soul of Seattle. This market encompasses an area of 9 acres. Almost 100 years of operation in Seattle, Pike Place Market Seattle has gained international recognition for its quality merchandise. In 1907, the market started with only 8 vendors, eventually 10,000 interested business men approached this public market of Seattle. "The Market," as it is called by the natives, attracts almost 10 million visitors every year, making it one of the most frequently visited destinations in Seattle. The interesting history of Pike Place Market Seattle is documented at the Heritage Center, located behind the market. It is open to visitors from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
One of the prime attractions in Pike Place Market Seattle is the Sol Amon's Pure Food Fish vendor. This shop has created a legacy from one generation to the next. Commemorating 50 years of service to the Pike Place Market, April 11 was declared as Sol Amon Day by the City Council. The internationally popular brand of Starbucks Coffee was found near Pike Place Market in 1971. This market is home to several other shops in Seattle with historical significance.
People visiting this market for purchasing goods are benefited with fresh and quality items at reasonable price. Shopping in Pike Place Market Seattle is a wonderful experience. Food stores sell confectionery goods, fish, coffee, tea & spices, dairy products, grocery items, cherries, candies, nuts and honey, fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and poultry stocks, healthy juices and wine. The handmade goods at Pike Place Market include leather items, jewelry accessories, glass, ceramics and fiber art works, baskets, candles and aromatic bath products. Numerous book stores, antique galleries, nurseries and studios make Pike Place Market a place, which offers anything and everything. Some popular tailoring shops, architects, banks, hair and health care centers, post office, hotels and restaurants are located within the market area.
Pike Place Market Seattle is open seven days a week, but remains closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. The market opens at around 8.00 am. The visitors enjoy excellent parking facilities at the market place. Market Heritage Tours are conducted by the market authorities from Wednesdays to Saturdays at 11 a.m. Events of the Market like Holiday Street Scramble in December, Going Places Online Auction in February and Care for the Market Luncheon are very popular in Seattle.
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