Shopping in Seattle
Sunday, October 21st, 2007Seattle shopping offers the kind of variety, locations, and price ranges you’d expect to find in major international cities. Plus, with both indoor and outdoor venues, your shopping can last as long as you do! Downtown is a great place to start, but Pioneer Square is the preferred destination of many locals with its historic charm, galleries and incredible selection of retailers. Antiques are also an easy find in the Seattle area, with many singular and collections of stores to treasure hunt. University Shopping Village is the place for the upscale and high-end goods. But for the sheer fun, sights, tastes, and sounds of Seattle shopping get to Pike Place, an historic open-air market. Here you’ll find all the best foods and crafts of the region. But there’s great day of retailing available wherever you go in Seattle. Here’s a list of just a few great place to begin your retail adventures.
Pike Place Market
508 Pike Pl
An historic open-air market place that delights the senses. Enjoy some tasty treats and be amazed by the crafts of the local artisans.
Pelayo Antiques
7601 Greenwood Ave N
Find antiques that come from around the world
Pioneer Square
various streets
pioneersquare.org
Considered the heart and the beginning of Seattle, this 20 block area features historic buildings, over 30 galleries and an incredible retail sector. See website for details.
Metropolitian Market
2320 42ND Ave SW
This lavish gourmet store is overflowing with delightful goodies to try. Buy a picnic basket here, stock it with some fresh meats and cheeses and head for the beach.
Fremont Antique Mall
3419 Fremont Pl N
A favorite spot for vintage treasures.
Downtown Shopping District
1st Avenue to 7th Avenue
The major shopping destination for tourists. Great selection of upscale, eclectic, and occassional bargains to boot!
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