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Pike Place MarketvsOlympic Sculpture Park
Both are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Pike Place Market scores marginally better than Olympic Sculpture Park. Pike Place Market is ranked #1 in Seattle with positive reviews from 9 reviews like Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
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Between Pike and Pine sts. at First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
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Fodor's "One of the nation's largest and oldest public markets, Pike Place Market dates from 1907, when the city issued permits allowing farmers to sell produce from wagons parked at Pike Place." Full review
Concierge "This bustling, labyrinthine bazaar is a wonderful place to while away a few hours."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A cavalcade of noise, smells, personalities, banter and urban theater that's almost London-like in its cosmopolitanism." Full review
Not For Tourists "So authentic even locals shop here!"
Not For Tourists "The most unlikely public art created by thousands of wads of masticated gum."
Travel + Leisure "Pike Place Market is the city's most famous place to shop, fronted by a fish stall where fishmongers toss each other salmon and halibut over the heads of their patrons." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Fun, feisty and infinitely appealing, the market has maintained its earthy egalitarianism." Full review
National Geographic "“The biggest and the best; the heart of Seattle”...one of the longest running public markets in the U.S.; nine acres of fresh fish, produce, flowers, and arts and crafts." Full review
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Tip: “Explore Post Alley, a cobblestone street that runs behind the market and contains hidden gems.”
Where "The new MarketFront, which will convert a parking lot on Western Ave. into a public plaza and space for even more farmers, craftspeople and artists." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Seattle's Pike Place Market has been hawking fresh fish and produce for more than a century, making it one of the oldest farmers' markets in the United States." Full review
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Be sure to visit the iconic Pike Place Fish, where resident fishmongers famously toss fish like they're trying out for the Seahawks.
Olympic Sculpture Park Fodor's Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Condé Nast Traveler Not For Tourists Michelin Guide
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2901 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
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Fodor's "This 9-acre open-air park is the spectacular outdoor branch of the Seattle Art Museum. The Sculpture Park is a favorite destination for picnics, strolls, and quiet contemplation." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Hovering over train tracks, in an unlikely oasis between the water and busy Elliott Ave, is the 8.5-acre, $85-million Olympic Sculpture Park." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This nine-acre waterfront spread is arguably the most gorgeous addition to the Seattle Art Museum (it even outshines the recently renovated main museum, about a mile away)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Stare in awe at large-scale works... while taking in gorgeous views of the Puget Sound." Full review
Not For Tourists "Ambitious venue for the SAM's sculpture collection."
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Visitors will be treated to views of Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound as well as of works by Calder, Sierra, Nevelson and Oldenburg." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located on the waterfront, not far from Pike Place Market, it features great views of Puget Sound (well, on clear days) and the ferries going back and forth." Full review
National Geographic "“Prime waterfront transformed into an art showcase"...nine-acre (3.6-hectare) downtown park with works including Alexander Calder’s six-ton Eagle." Full review
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Tip: Bring a picnic and eat at Roy McMakin’s sculpture, which incorporates a table, benches, and a big red ampersand.
Where "Walk among more than 20 outdoor sculptures by acclaimed artists in this nine-acre waterfront park." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A rotting tree in the middle of Seattle doubles as an elaborately controlled art piece. " Full review
