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Seattle Great Wheel at Pier 57

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@samhorine
This easily accessible ferris wheel is a super fun location to shoot on the waterfront of Seattle. The neon lights complement the deep blue sky and they can make for a variety of fun compositions — experiment and get creative!

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime (ferris wheel hours: Sun-Thurs 11AM-9PM; Fri-Sat 11AM-10PM)

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Normal lens (50mm)

How to get there

N47° 36' 22.6152"W122° 20' 34.044"
This image was taken at the Seattle Great Wheel at Pier 57 in Seattle. To get to this location, enter the pier from Alaskan Way and then head west. By public transportation: - Closest station: University St Station Bay C - Head northwest on 3rd Ave toward Gerard Schwarz Pl/University St - Turn left onto Gerard Schwarz Pl/University St and take the stairs - Turn right onto Alaskan Way - Turn left onto Waterfront Park Access Rd Address: Seattle Great Wheel, Pier 57 - Miners Landing 1301 Alaskan Way Seattle, WA 98101

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