|See whales from Seattle? Absolutely| Pier 69 is your departure point for whale watching. Departures at 8:15 and 10:30 daily during the high season. Tickets start at $129 ($79 for kids). FRS (aka "The Clipper") guarantees you will see whales or you get to try again at no charge! ... See MoreSee Less
Yes, there really is a giant head on Seattle's waterfront next to Pier 70 at the Olympic Sculpture Park! The 46-foot tall cabeza is by the internationally renowned Spanish artist, Jaume Plensa. It has stood watch here over the serene waters since it was erected in 2011. Happy 10th birthday, ECHO! Learn more at seattleartmuseum.org/exhibitions/echo... See MoreSee Less
|Blake Island Local Nature Getaway| Argosy Cruises will transport you from the central waterfront to beautiful Blake Island in just 27 minutes. They will bring you back too, all for only $29! There are activities on Blake Island like kayaking and hiking. You will feel transported in time going from dense urban to quiet island life in the blink of an eye. This experience has our top recommendation. Book your seat online at Argosy's website. ... See MoreSee Less
Hoorah! After much planning and preparation, Salish Sea Tours at Miner's Landing at Pier 57 Seattle is up and running with brand new vessels built locally. You will love the stadium seating on the bow and the beautiful wooden deck furniture. Tickets online are only $30 for adults and free for kids under 3. Youth and senior discounts are also available at www.salishseatours.com/Tickets for this weekend's boat tours are on sale now! Experience Elliot Bay like never before with a bit of history and fun during your voyage.
Check out these cool, new art installations at Pier 62. The steel drum-shaped art interacts with the currents and tides of Puget Sound to make their own sound. ... See MoreSee Less
Classic Weekend 2021 The Pacific Northwest Fleet of the Classic Yacht Association in conjunction with the Port of Seattle will once again host the Bell Harbor Marina Classic Weekend on June 19 and 20 at Bell Harbor Marina, Pier 66 on Seattle's downtown waterfront.
These enormous cranes are headed to terminal 5 south of the central waterfront today. They will increase the Port of Seattle's cargo handling capacity in years to come. Don't let a little rain stop you from coming down to check out the action personally:-) Visit a participating business for 3 Hours Free Parking. myedmondsnews.com/2021/06/seattle-bound-cranes-pass-by-edmonds/... See MoreSee Less
Standing 316 feet tall with a 240-foot outreach boom, four new cranes destined for Seattle Harbor’s Terminal 5 passed by Edmonds Sunday morning. Traveling on the vessel Zhen Hua 36, the cranes departed Shanghai on Sunday, May 23. Built by ZPMC (Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.), the cra...
Rejoice! Big news for Seattle lovers of seafood and good times... Ivar's Acres of Clams, the full-service waterfront restaurant at Pier 54, will re-open on June 21st! The sidewalk fish bar is open now. Meet you at Ivar's! ... See MoreSee Less
The legendary Copper River may be in Alaska, but the man who introduced its delicacy to the world was in Seattle! As an article in the Washington Post noted, almost everyone who loves good food owes a debt to Jon Rowley, whether they know it or not. Jon has passed, but his legacy lives on as Copper River Salmon arrives again to menus and fish counters throughout the city. For a great read on the history of Copper River Salmon, check out www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2010/08/how-copper-river-salmon-got-so-famous/60700/ Photo credit to Ronald Holden ... See MoreSee Less
How do you reach Seattle's waterfront from Pike Place Market? Just keep walking downhill:-) Construction underway will connect the market and waterfront seamlessly, which will be a welcome relief, especially on the busiest days of summer when the mercury climbs and crowds thicken. Photo credit LMN Architects. ... See MoreSee Less
Seattle's waterfront has been a central community meeting point and launching point for adventure since the city was formed! In the photo below, crowds gather for Alaska Sailing Day over 100 years ago with some surely headed for the Klondike in search of gold. Read more about the history of Seattle's central waterfront at www.historylink.org/File/7072... See MoreSee Less
The Sailing Seattle vessels are back for the season and in tip-top shape, so the next time you see the wind blowing, run down to Pier 56 and get ready for a thrilling ride. Congratulations, Paul and Joey, for 30 years on the waterfront! Tickets as low as $39 at sailingseattle.com/Thank you so much to everyone who came out to celebrate our 30th year on the waterfront during our opening weekend! We are looking forward to many more beautiful days on the water this summer. Join us for a sail 7 days a week until October 3rd. ... See MoreSee Less
May is around the corner, so you know what that means! Keep your eyes peeled for fresh spot shrimp in local restaurants and markets. Pandalus platyceros is the largest shrimp in Puget Sound. Its sweet taste and firm texture remind one of lobster. Read more at: www.seattlemag.com/article/search-spot-shrimp... See MoreSee Less
Not only is it the start of baseball and soccer, but the end of winter looks to be upon us finally as well. With the mercury headed to 70, your summer hat may be buried under a pile of fleece and Goretex:-) Worry not, Seattle's best selection of sports hats is here on the waterfront along piers 55, 56 and 57. You will find what you need at a great price! ... See MoreSee Less
SEATTLE -- Seems strange to be talking about warm weather when some spots in the region had a dusting of snow on the ground not even 48 hours ago but Western Washington is set for its warmest weather of the year so far this week, with temperatures likely to zoom into the 70s this weekend. High press...
Scientists investigating reports of music on Pier 62 when the wind blows from the west have concluded that the phenomenon is magic! The lead scientist, Hal Humlen, said, "the whole place is magical and the first three hours of garage parking are free for anyone visiting." Wow, what a way to start the month. ... See MoreSee Less
Looking for something nobody else has? Seattle's waterfront is a great place for treasure hunting! Two of the city's greatest kept secrets among savvy shoppers are Ye Olde Curiosity Shop (Pier 54) and Seattle Antiques Market (across from Seattle Aquarium at Pier 59). Come on down. The First 3 hours of garage parking are free! Don't miss it. ... See MoreSee Less
Sixty degrees on Seattle's waterfront this week? It's a possibility with 58 forecasted over the coming days. It would be the first time in months. The piers are open and the first 3 hours of garage parking are free when you visit a participating business. Thank you, Jessica Lennard, for the great photos. ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations to Washington State Ferries! As you can see in this photo, the final metal beam of the new ferry terminal structure at Pier 52 was put in place today under the watchful eye of the pros at Pacific Pile & Marine and Hoffman Construction Company. ... See MoreSee Less
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|See whales from Seattle? Absolutely|
Pier 69 is your departure point for whale watching. Departures at 8:15 and 10:30 daily during the high season. Tickets start at $129 ($79 for kids). FRS (aka "The Clipper") guarantees you will see whales or you get to try again at no charge! ... See MoreSee Less
|Meet ECHO, b. 2011|
Yes, there really is a giant head on Seattle's waterfront next to Pier 70 at the Olympic Sculpture Park! The 46-foot tall cabeza is by the internationally renowned Spanish artist, Jaume Plensa. It has stood watch here over the serene waters since it was erected in 2011. Happy 10th birthday, ECHO! Learn more at seattleartmuseum.org/exhibitions/echo ... See MoreSee Less
|Blake Island Local Nature Getaway|
Argosy Cruises will transport you from the central waterfront to beautiful Blake Island in just 27 minutes. They will bring you back too, all for only $29! There are activities on Blake Island like kayaking and hiking. You will feel transported in time going from dense urban to quiet island life in the blink of an eye. This experience has our top recommendation. Book your seat online at Argosy's website. ... See MoreSee Less
|See Seattle Like Never Before|
Hoorah! After much planning and preparation, Salish Sea Tours at Miner's Landing at Pier 57 Seattle is up and running with brand new vessels built locally. You will love the stadium seating on the bow and the beautiful wooden deck furniture. Tickets online are only $30 for adults and free for kids under 3. Youth and senior discounts are also available at www.salishseatours.com/Tickets for this weekend's boat tours are on sale now! Experience Elliot Bay like never before with a bit of history and fun during your voyage.
Visit this link to purchase tickets to any of our attractions:
tickets.minerslanding.com/WebStore/landingpage?CG=consumer&c=WH
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|Listen to the Sound|
Check out these cool, new art installations at Pier 62. The steel drum-shaped art interacts with the currents and tides of Puget Sound to make their own sound. ... See MoreSee Less
|Welcome Back!|
The Classic Yacht Association Pacific Northwest Fleet in conjunction with the Port of Seattle will once again host the Bell Harbor Marina Classic Weekend on June 19 and 20 at Bell Harbor Marina, Pier 66 on Seattle's downtown waterfront. Come and see these pleasure crafts from yesteryear for yourself. Open to the public!
www.portseattle.org/events/classic-weekend-bell-harbor-marina ... See MoreSee Less
Classic Weekend at Bell Harbor Marina
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Classic Weekend 2021 The Pacific Northwest Fleet of the Classic Yacht Association in conjunction with the Port of Seattle will once again host the Bell Harbor Marina Classic Weekend on June 19 and 20 at Bell Harbor Marina, Pier 66 on Seattle's downtown waterfront.|New Port of Seattle Cranes|
These enormous cranes are headed to terminal 5 south of the central waterfront today. They will increase the Port of Seattle's cargo handling capacity in years to come. Don't let a little rain stop you from coming down to check out the action personally:-) Visit a participating business for 3 Hours Free Parking. myedmondsnews.com/2021/06/seattle-bound-cranes-pass-by-edmonds/ ... See MoreSee Less
Seattle-bound cranes pass by Edmonds
myedmondsnews.com
Standing 316 feet tall with a 240-foot outreach boom, four new cranes destined for Seattle Harbor’s Terminal 5 passed by Edmonds Sunday morning. Traveling on the vessel Zhen Hua 36, the cranes departed Shanghai on Sunday, May 23. Built by ZPMC (Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.), the cra...|It's Happening - a Solstice Delight|
Rejoice! Big news for Seattle lovers of seafood and good times... Ivar's Acres of Clams, the full-service waterfront restaurant at Pier 54, will re-open on June 21st! The sidewalk fish bar is open now. Meet you at Ivar's! ... See MoreSee Less
|The Story of Copper River Salmon|
The legendary Copper River may be in Alaska, but the man who introduced its delicacy to the world was in Seattle! As an article in the Washington Post noted, almost everyone who loves good food owes a debt to Jon Rowley, whether they know it or not. Jon has passed, but his legacy lives on as Copper River Salmon arrives again to menus and fish counters throughout the city. For a great read on the history of Copper River Salmon, check out www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2010/08/how-copper-river-salmon-got-so-famous/60700/ Photo credit to Ronald Holden ... See MoreSee Less
|Waterfront Riddle|
How do you reach Seattle's waterfront from Pike Place Market? Just keep walking downhill:-) Construction underway will connect the market and waterfront seamlessly, which will be a welcome relief, especially on the busiest days of summer when the mercury climbs and crowds thicken. Photo credit LMN Architects. ... See MoreSee Less
The Edgewater Hotel at Pier 67 is open! #waterfrontbiz ... See MoreSee Less
What we mean when we say, "Unparalleled panoramic waterfront views." #theedgewater 📷: @__verai
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|Throwback Thursday|
Seattle's waterfront has been a central community meeting point and launching point for adventure since the city was formed! In the photo below, crowds gather for Alaska Sailing Day over 100 years ago with some surely headed for the Klondike in search of gold. Read more about the history of Seattle's central waterfront at www.historylink.org/File/7072 ... See MoreSee Less
|Let Summer Begin|
The Sailing Seattle vessels are back for the season and in tip-top shape, so the next time you see the wind blowing, run down to Pier 56 and get ready for a thrilling ride. Congratulations, Paul and Joey, for 30 years on the waterfront! Tickets as low as $39 at sailingseattle.com/Thank you so much to everyone who came out to celebrate our 30th year on the waterfront during our opening weekend! We are looking forward to many more beautiful days on the water this summer. Join us for a sail 7 days a week until October 3rd. ... See MoreSee Less
|Spot the Shrimp|
May is around the corner, so you know what that means! Keep your eyes peeled for fresh spot shrimp in local restaurants and markets. Pandalus platyceros is the largest shrimp in Puget Sound. Its sweet taste and firm texture remind one of lobster. Read more at: www.seattlemag.com/article/search-spot-shrimp ... See MoreSee Less
|Don, your Hat|
Not only is it the start of baseball and soccer, but the end of winter looks to be upon us finally as well. With the mercury headed to 70, your summer hat may be buried under a pile of fleece and Goretex:-) Worry not, Seattle's best selection of sports hats is here on the waterfront along piers 55, 56 and 57. You will find what you need at a great price! ... See MoreSee Less
Does this count as a 'heat wave'? Seattle to reach the 70s amid week-long sunny streak
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SEATTLE -- Seems strange to be talking about warm weather when some spots in the region had a dusting of snow on the ground not even 48 hours ago but Western Washington is set for its warmest weather of the year so far this week, with temperatures likely to zoom into the 70s this weekend. High press...|Time to Get Away!|
Argosy Cruises at Pier 55 introduces one of the most amazing deals and adventures available from Seattle's waterfront. Grab a seat for you and your family for the 25 minute trip to Blake Island on Argosy's blazingly fast ferry! Buy a 5-trip season pass for only $125 at www.argosycruises.com/argosy-cruises/blake-island-transportation/ ... See MoreSee Less
Blake Island Fast Ferry | Argosy Cruises
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Take a quick boat ride to Blake Island State Park for a beautiful adventure outside! Hike the trails, explore the beach or kayak the island.|Scientific Discovery on Waterfront|
Scientists investigating reports of music on Pier 62 when the wind blows from the west have concluded that the phenomenon is magic! The lead scientist, Hal Humlen, said, "the whole place is magical and the first three hours of garage parking are free for anyone visiting." Wow, what a way to start the month. ... See MoreSee Less
|Waterfront Treasure Hunt|
Looking for something nobody else has? Seattle's waterfront is a great place for treasure hunting! Two of the city's greatest kept secrets among savvy shoppers are Ye Olde Curiosity Shop (Pier 54) and Seattle Antiques Market (across from Seattle Aquarium at Pier 59). Come on down. The First 3 hours of garage parking are free! Don't miss it. ... See MoreSee Less
|Break 60|
Sixty degrees on Seattle's waterfront this week? It's a possibility with 58 forecasted over the coming days. It would be the first time in months. The piers are open and the first 3 hours of garage parking are free when you visit a participating business. Thank you, Jessica Lennard, for the great photos. ... See MoreSee Less
|Colman Dock Milestone|
Congratulations to Washington State Ferries! As you can see in this photo, the final metal beam of the new ferry terminal structure at Pier 52 was put in place today under the watchful eye of the pros at Pacific Pile & Marine and Hoffman Construction Company. ... See MoreSee Less