The Gum Wall: A Sticky Seattle Landmark
Discover Seattle's quirky side at the Gum Wall in Post Alley, a sticky, colorful, and ever-evolving landmark born from a unique local tradition.
The Gum Wall in Post Alley is a quirky Seattle attraction covered in layers of chewed gum. Started in the early 1990s, it has become a unique and colorful, if somewhat unsanitary, landmark drawing tourists and locals alike to contribute to its ever-growing mass.
A brief summary to The Gum Wall
- 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, Seattle Waterfront, Washington, 98101, US
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- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring your own gum to contribute to the wall and leave your mark.
- Be prepared for the strong smell of bubblegum and the slightly sticky atmosphere.
- Wear shoes you don't mind getting a little sticky.
- Visit during off-peak hours to avoid crowds and get better photo opportunities.
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Getting There
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Walking
From Pike Place Market, walk south along Pike Street, then turn left onto 1st Avenue. Continue south for one block and turn left into Post Alley. The Gum Wall is located a short distance down the alley on your right. The walk is approximately 5 minutes and is free.
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Public Transport
From Westlake Station, take any bus heading towards downtown. Get off at the 3rd Ave & Pike St stop. Walk west on Pike Street towards Pike Place Market, then turn left onto 1st Avenue. Turn left into Post Alley. The Gum Wall will be on your right. A single bus fare is $2.50 - $3.25, depending on the time of day [ii].
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Taxi/Ride-share
From Seattle Center, a taxi or ride-share to the Gum Wall will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The ride will cost approximately $15-$25. Ask your driver to drop you off at the corner of 1st Avenue and Pike Street, then walk west on Pike Street and turn left into Post Alley.
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