Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market: More Than Just Flying Fish

Fun Fact: At Pike Place Market, the fish fly farther than the Seahawks have this season.

Pike Place Market is the beating heart of Seattle, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and local flavor. Opened in 1907, it’s one of the oldest continuously operated public farmers markets in the U.S., drawing in millions of visitors every year. You can spend hours strolling through its winding alleys, picking up everything from fresh seafood (watch out for flying salmon at the fish market!) to locally-made crafts and international eats.

But Pike Place is more than just a market—it’s a community. The Market Foundation helps support low-income neighbors, making it a central hub not only for commerce but for compassion. And let’s not forget the food. Grab a cup of clam chowder from Pike Place Chowder or a piping hot piroshky from Piroshky Piroshky. Don’t leave without visiting Rachel the Piggy Bank for good luck—and maybe a selfie or two.