by gsysimon on March 24, 2007
Pike Place Market is one of best markets in the world. Whether you are getting groceries or buying antiques, gift or other accessories, Pike Place market will not disappoint you.Street performers entertain the crowd while they shop. Vendors too join in the fray by playing different music. It's so special, you could hear jazz in one corner than you could hear Mexican in the next.Economy Market Building: Start it off at this 3-storey building where you can find Pike Place Fish. Witness some fish throwing skills. Stores include florist, antiques, specialty spice, and wine shops. Restaurants and take-outs serving French and Italian deli are also housed. Must-try: The Daily Dozen Donuts provide a quick tasty local snack. Also the Delauranti Specialty Food and Wine provide a great variety of Italian favorites.North Arcade: Flowers, fruits, gifts, hair accessories, chocolate, and many more. The vendors line up the stores which make shopping easy.Main Arcade & DownUnder: 6 levels with over 60 shops selling antiques, collectibles not to be missed. Guys would surely like the Big Boys Toys which sell collectible items like Star Wars & Star Trek movie props, samurai swords and roulette tables! Lots of specialty food shop with restaurant and take-out here makes it difficult where to lunch!It’s a place not to be missed echoed by the millions of visitors to the market every year.Tips: If driving, come before 9.30am (parking is only $6 for 12 hours) else some Pike Place Market merchants offer discount validation stamps that will give you a discount of parking in the Public Market Parking Garage. Just ask as you shop!Website:www.pikeplacemarket.org
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