Pier 62: Seattle's Waterfront Hub

Getting There

• Walking

  From Pike Place Market, walk downhill towards the waterfront via the Overlook Walk [2, 17]. Continue down the stairs or elevator to Alaskan Way, then head south [2]. Pier 62 will be on your left, adjacent to the Seattle Aquarium. There are no costs associated with this route.

• Public Transport

  Pier 62 is easily accessible by bus, light rail, ferry, or water taxi [2, 5]. Several bus lines stop near Pier 62, including the 17, 36, 590, and C Line [5]. The nearest light rail station is Westlake Ave & Olive Way, about an 11-minute walk away [5]. If arriving by ferry, walk north along Alaskan Way to reach Pier 62 [5]. A single bus or light rail fare within Seattle typically costs $2.50 - $3.25 [5].

• Free Waterfront Shuttle

  During the summer months, take advantage of the free Waterfront Shuttle, which stops at Pier 62 (Stop C) [2, 13, 15]. The shuttle runs daily from 10 AM to 8 PM, connecting key destinations along the waterfront, including the Space Needle, Pier 69, Pier 56, Pioneer Square, and King Street Station [13, 15]. The shuttle is free and provides an easy way to access Pier 62 and other attractions [15].

• Driving

  From I-5 North, take the Madison Street/Convention Place exit [2]. Stay straight onto 7th Ave, then turn left onto Madison Street [2]. Turn right onto Alaskan Way, and Pier 62 will be on the left [2]. From I-5 South, take exit 165A toward James Street [2]. Merge onto 6th Avenue, turn right on Columbia Street, then right on 1st Avenue [2]. Turn left on Madison Street, then right onto Alaskan Way [2]. Pier 62 will be on the left [2]. Parking is available in nearby garages, such as the Republic Parking Hillclimb Garage at 1422 Alaskan Way [2]. Parking rates vary, but expect to pay around $15-$25 for a few hours [3, 4]. Some businesses offer validated parking for up to two hours in the Pike Place Market Garage [2].