The Waterfront’s New Elevated Walkway Finally Opens

Overlook Walk opens Friday, finally linking Pike Place Market to the waterfront—no street crossing required.

Something’s afoot by the water, and we don’t mean Elliott Bay. When the Seattle Aquarium debuted its new Ocean Pavilion in August, it was a spectacular achievement—on the inside. Now, Friday’s grand opening of the surrounding Overlook Walk completes downtown’s newest evolution. In short, now’s finally the time to finally visit.

Think of the Overlook Walk as a pedestrian reimagining of the long-dead Viaduct. A City of Seattle park suspended over Elliott Way, it connects Pike Place Market‘s MarketFront (say that five times fast) with the waterfront sidewalk. It includes seating and

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