South Street Seaport Historic District
South Street Seaport Historic District
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Neighbourhood: Financial District
At the southernmost tip of Manhattan, the Financial District is where New York City began as a center of commerce. Today, the historic streets and beautiful setting are complemented by museums, countless skyscrapers, and the heart of the Financial District, home to Wall Street and the New York Stock Exchange. Catch the Staten Island Ferry for an unbeatable view of the skyline and Statue of Liberty, or sail to Ellis Island to learn about the vital immigrant history of the city.
How to get there
- Fulton St • 4 min walk
- Wall St • 6 min walk
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FIL M
London, UK661 contributions
June 2024 • Friends
Visiting New York you are literally spoilt for choice for things to see and do. I would not necessarily have put this district on my to do list before visiting New York. However, I am glad we popped to this area to have a nice walk around and grab some drinks.
Written 11 July 2024
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Beachgram2016
Hilton Head, SC49 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
If you visit this area and leave hungry, it’s your own fault! There are dozens of restaurants featuring just about any cuisine, and decor ranging from very casual to white linen tablecloths. In addition, there are taverns, ice cream shops, pizzerias, coffee bars, seafood restaurants, etc. History nearly oozes from the cobblestone pedestrian walkway. Don’t miss this experience!
Written 10 May 2019
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Lolly’s Look
New York City, NY15,009 contributions
Dec 2018
The South Street Seaport Historic District is a nice spot to stroll the waterfront, walk
the cobblestone streets shop and have a good meal. There are galleries, upscale shopping and new bars You can have a nice afternoon to enjoy the area.
the cobblestone streets shop and have a good meal. There are galleries, upscale shopping and new bars You can have a nice afternoon to enjoy the area.
Written 26 December 2018
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DEBurns
New York City, NY163 contributions
Nov 2011 • Friends
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of modern day New York and get a sense of the old New York. The historic South Street Seaport area, while a bit commercial, does give you the opportunity to get a sense of NYC in the late 1800s and early 1900s and especially the impact of ships and shipping. It is worth the time.
Written 18 November 2011
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KeithY
Monroe, NC20 contributions
Sept 2019
This area has all you want, some great restaurants, shopping, an outdoor bar. Views of the Brooklyn Bridge. An area that you don’t want to miss, also close to Pier 17.
Written 26 September 2019
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lydiar770
Bronx, NY78 contributions
Sept 2019 • Friends
The south street seaport is so different since the devastation of hurricane Sandy. It’s still a beautiful place with gorgeous views. A lot of restaurants, entertainment and concerts. The place is great for photos, several shops and other places to eat. I still miss the old seaport but eventually once they finish building I will get use to the new area. It’s a wonderful place to visit since they have a huge terrace on top but it was closed to the public this time I visit.
Written 8 September 2019
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courtneyp2015
Chattanooga, TN70 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Came across this area by accident! On a weekend night, multiple food vendors set up, plenty of picnic tables & seating, all local shops open, open air bar & a great historic feel.
Written 27 August 2019
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Mark O
Hamilton, Bermuda66 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
There is a buzz about he seaport now. Thanks to the Howard Hughes Corp morning he investment into Piet 17 is attracting more attention and people aswell. We went up to eh pop up bar restaurant on the rooftop and watched the river traffic and the ice rink. What a place to do that. It is still only part open but well worth a visit.
Written 15 January 2019
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Pam B
Clutton461 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
We wouldn't have gone if we had realised how little there is to see. Mostly the place is boarded up with barriers everywhere. We did have a nice snack at the end of a pier and as the sun was shining we sat outside and watched the helicopters and boats in the harbour. Otherwise better avoided and spend your time elsewhere.
Written 26 September 2013
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Jonathan C.
La Jolla, California, USA520 contributions
June 2022
A great spot that takes you back into the bustling maritime era of New York City - you can explore the restored ships, check out restaurants, and shops, and stop by the seaport museum.
Written 5 August 2022
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Is this area still in the process of being renovated after Sandy hit
Written 14 April 2017
Hi
It does not Seem to be so
Very Nice
Thomas
Written 14 April 2017
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