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- CompassApril 15, 2014Dedicated to NY's maritime history, South Street Seaport is known for its water taxis and large boats. But stroll down the peer with an ice cream cone to feel like you’re almost on a beach boardwalk.Upvoted 1 week ago
- The Ritz-CarltonApril 10, 2013South Street Seaport offers some great shopping options with beautiful views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Promenade. Come here early and watch the boats dock for the day.
- Harumi UDecember 19, 2014Fun area to hang out in very lower Manhattan which otherwise is a fairly square business area. During the you also get to enjoy a number of events, ice skating and a tree with Carolers
- So sad that the original south street seaport mall has to close down because of hurricane sandy :(. The new south street seaport can’t compare, but there is a huge improvement - plenty of new stores!
- Julie SosciaJanuary 27, 2019Visit in the summer time for the concert series or pop-up events. Great for happy hour on weekdays. There's also a great dog park on South St. 124.
- Paige CJune 18, 2017Awesome place to walk around! Dog friendly, super trendy, upcoming restaurants. Fun on weekends!
- Tiffany LoriaMay 30, 2011Follow boardwalk all the way around the shops to the left by the water to find the taxi beach hidden treasure with actual sand beach, live music and cool bars with the dazzling Brooklyn Bridge above
- NYC: The Official GuideJuly 1, 2013Did you know? The South Street Seaport features the largest privately owned fleet of historic ships in the country and was once one of the busiest national seaports.
- New York HabitatSeptember 26, 2011The port now features many shops and restaurants but we recommend the South Street Seaport Museum for an in depth look at what was once one of the busiest seaports in America.
- The Corcoran GroupOctober 9, 2013Tons of tourists here but still a great destination for shopping, eating, and drinking. Our favorite spot down here still remains Beekman Beer Garden.
- Omg I love this area....it has gr8 shopping spots for my fellow shopaholics summer in the area is amazing I love the markets
- DoubleDeuceSeptember 4, 2018Come for the lighter crowds and comfy river lounging. It's a more historical feel but some charming smaller places that really focus on hospitality.
- Fodor's TravelAugust 21, 2015There’s no better way to watch a movie than with the city skyline as the backdrop. Over the summer, New York offers a number of free outdoor film screenings in various locations throughout the city.
- Trae FSeptember 24, 2017Fun part of the city to spend the afternoon exploring. No shortage of great bars and restaurants. Check it Out!
- This is one of the oldest neighborhoods in NYC. Just follow your nose and walk! Stop by Fishmarket for some fresh oyster or sip up some well curated bottles at Pasanella & Son Vintners next door.
- Synergy EventsOctober 12, 2011Things we like about South Street Seaport events: Moderately priced, high consumer traffic, variety of options & it's a private venue, so faster turnarounds! Read more ... http://bit.ly/qfPR31
- Terence ChanJuly 1, 2015Cool area with a lot of interesting shops and food stands. Nice mobile public restroom that has A/C and music too!
- It drives me nuts that the seaport is such a tourist trap, but it's also a great seaside mall. Plenty of great restaurants, plus a food court. And lots of stores! On a slow, quiet day it's nice to hav
- Checkout the old school Bowne & Co. shop, located right at Water Street. Lot's of cool letterpress and cards in there. It's right next to the South Street Seaport Museum.
- Julie SosciaAugust 1, 2018Visit in the summer time for the concert series or pop-up events. Great for happy hour on weekdays.
- Julie SosciaJuly 17, 2018Visit in the summer time for the concert series or pop-up events. Great for happy hour on weekdays.
- KarenAugust 27, 2018The seaport is gorgeous. Great views of the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg Bridges all aligned.
- Great views of Brooklyn and the three bridges North to South (BMW - Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg)
- Had an argument with a horrendous worker at the food court, guy at register in cheese steak place. The security understood my complaints and were helpful at attentive!
- Staff PicksJune 13, 2014[film] Front/Row Cinema presents free outdoor film The Breakfast Club. 5 students meet in detention, where they discover they have a lot more in common than they thought. Saturday, 6/14, 8pm, free. Read more
- Elie BleierJuly 6, 2014Had never been here, but was biking by during the day and it had surprisingly cool food carts, live music and atmosphere.
- MetroFocusNovember 30, 2011Forget the holiday crowds at Rockefeller Center, celebrate the holiday season with a light show spectacular at the South Street Seaport. Find out when you can see it on MetroFocus Read more
- WorldStridesApril 5, 2011Known in the early 19th century as the “Street of Ships,” South Street Seaport is where New York and the nation meet the sea. Ships of every description lined the East River piers, and seamen, immigra
- Staff PicksMay 29, 2014[film] Front/Row Cinema presents free outdoor film Jaws: A gigantic great white shark begins to menace the small island community of Amity. Saturday, 8pm. Read more
- Ashley VelazquezSeptember 7, 2015Super posh for a night out with coworkers or friends for drinks. Love the low lit atmosphere.
- Marcus RiveraOctober 10, 2012This place has it all: Great views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Lower Manhattan - The Historic South Street Seaport Museum and it's own shopping district.
- Over the summer there are free outdoor fitness classes provided! Great place to do people watching.
- Kayleigh HarringtonJuly 31, 2017Grab a drink outside at the picnic tables on the cobblestone streets.
- Staff PicksJune 4, 2014[film] Front/Row Cinema presents free outdoor film, WALL-E: In the distant future, a waste collecting robot inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will decide the fate of mankind. 6/4, 8pm. Read more
- Joe ConteJanuary 21, 2016this is where New York city was created and founded. it is the oldest part of NYC, and is close to wall street and other local great spots
- Mike HopkinsSeptember 23, 2015Beautiful lookout point over the East River towards Brooklyn. Views of all three major bridges.
- Lindsey RhoadesJuly 24, 2011Don't let the fact that this spot is actually some weird mall deter you from catching one of the rad FREE shows in their awesome summer concert lineup.
- Love the view of the bk bridge, great shopping, an array of culturally diverse people.....great eateries
- Seong HwangAugust 2, 2015I think they are renovating part of the restaurant area near the deck. Overall very lively with crowd and live band/dance performance.
- Trump Hotel CollectionAugust 24, 2011Pier 17 offers a wide selection of shopping, dining and exceptional waterfront views. A great spot to wind down a day of activity.
- Brian YurkoAugust 21, 2011Come get a burger or dog from NY Farm 2 Door. 100% grass fed beef from 3 year old cows. Beef, pork, cheese all 100% natural.
- Gr8 place for shopping good food n an array of different culturally diverse people
- TenantKing.comAugust 6, 2014The heat out here can really get to you. To make sure you stay refreshed, grab a drink at Yorganic's.
- Julian KrinskyJune 18, 2012One of the final trips JKCP makes in New York is here. Make sure to enjoy the mall and the various street performers!
- Jessica de OliveiraDecember 15, 2015Very romaaaaaaantic in the evening with the view. The go-to spot on a date :P
- Michelle CMay 31, 2016Fun up and coming outdoor markets, but the Market Bar on the advertising materials does not exist anymore.