There is a market a wonderful market nestled in the port of the beautiful city of Seattle Washington along the Puget Sound that is a must experience. If you have never been to Seattle but have had some interest in the area, now is the time to check into one of the hotel Seattle has waiting and see what this cultural city has waiting for you. The Pike Place Market is a great way to spend your afternoon and evening. It is filled with all sorts of goodies ranging from the freshest seafood ever to hand made crafts and textiles. Often you will see the actual artists sitting with there creations of jewelry, wool clothing, bags and other types of art. The community is strong and close. There is a screening process for anyone who wants to display and sell their crafts in the market.
There is also mixed in with the goods some wonderful street musicians and entertainers. You will witness puppeteers and guitarists. However there are no loud amplified music or drums allowed. This will give you a real down to earth grass roots style of entertainment.
Then there is the farmers market of fresh produce. Here you can find the best in fruits and vegetables to choose from. It is the oldest operating farmers market that has given non stop produce from the near by farming community. It is also the only farmers market that is open seven days a week in the region. Make sure you stop in a see amazing display of flowers. The Pikes Place Fish Market is legendary around the world. They have some of the best entertainment in the whole market. There staff is boisterous and fun. The have such a great attitude that they have made a motivational DVD for inspiring service based business. The seafood that is purchased from there is outstanding and they even have some great recipes to try.