Seattle is no stranger to fantastic finds and remarkable shopping spree experiences. If you are looking to splurge soon, here is a quick list of the Emerald Citys top retail destinations:
Shopping malls
- Nordstrom
500 Pine Street
One of the most recognizable names in shopping is headquartered in the Emerald City. The freshly renovated, 383,000-square-foot Nordstrom Seattle flagship store is located downtown, providing a glamorous home to the biggest names in fashion and home accessories.
- Westlake Center
400 Pine Street
Whether youre there for a quick errand run or a day-long shopping spree, Westlake Center makes sure that you find everything on your list. Its eclectic selection of outlets ranges from world-famous designer brands to local icons like Made in Washington.
- Pacific Place
600 Pine Street
Conveniently located near the Washington State Trade & Convention Center, this high-end shopping mall features a generous lineup of brand-name retailers. It also has a cinema, along with top-rated restaurants, if you feel like taking a break from your shopping spree.
Outdoor retail complexes
- Pike Place Market
85 Pike Street
A truly beloved fixture in Seattles shopping scene, this iconic farmers market first welcomed shoppers in 1907. Here youll find everything from fresh produce to fragrant flowers, flavorful seafood, collectible trinkets, artisanal creations, and even the worlds first-ever Starbucks café.
- Pioneer Square
Downtown Seattle
This historic downtown has been a thriving hub for commerce and culture since the mid-19th century. Today, its vibrant, open-air environment makes it an ideal destination for art collectors and connoisseurs. Art galleries and antique stores are practically everywhere you look, with fashion boutiques and gift shops scattered in between.
- University Village
2623 Northeast University Village Street
Located in the Ravenna neighborhood, just north of Downtown Seattle, this outdoor retail center offers a literal breath of fresh air with its distinctive shopping experience. A casual stroll will treat you to a lively mix of signature fashion brands, locally-owned boutiques, and diverse options for your dining pleasure.
Specialty stores
- The Elliot Bay Book Company
1521 Tenth Avenue
When you just cant get enough of that new book smell, this Seattle icon is sure to be right up your alley. This book store and café first opened its doors along Main Street in 1973 and relocated to the Capitol Hill neighborhood in 2010. Its selection of books includes more than 150,000 titles featuring a mix of new releases and consigned, hard-to-find gems.
- Glasswing
1525 Melrose Avenue
A fashion store, home goods boutique, and plant and flower shop all in one, Glasswing has a regularly updated selection of mens and womens apparel and accessories. Around the block is their supplementary location called Greenhouse, where they sell artfully designed plant and flower arrangements, as well as hold workshops on plant care and design.
International showcase
- Uwajimaya Village
600 5th Avenue South
Get your fill of authentic Asian food and other goods at this popular shopping center in Seattles International District. Exploring this unique retail destination is an adventure with all the great finds that await you.
- MoMo
600 South Jackson Street
While Japanese in origin, this boutique blends both Asian and European influences in the variety of clothes and accessories available on its racks. You can also find plenty of eye-catching trinkets and keepsakes to accessorize your home with here.
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