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South Street Seaport

Fulton & South Streets, Pier 17, New York City, NY 10038
212-732-7678
As featured in 3 days in New York City
Ranked #28 of 555 shopping in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 173 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Shopping centres, History Museums
Activities: Dining, Shopping
Fee: No
Description: The shops and restaurants and historic ambiance have made this renovated port one of Manhattan's most visited spots.
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Morristown, New Jersey
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Whether you're local or visiting from some other part of the country or world, South Street Seaport is a great way to spend the afternoon and see NYC. My girlfriend and I did a craft beer sail at Pier 17. We were on a boat that took us around Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and got an awesome view of the... More

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Long Beach, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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This was my second visit since February 2012. I love this place so much to see and do. A place everyone should visit when they come to NYC. Great view of the city and great restaurants.

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Bedford NH
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

It is a great place to go. Their are vendors with souveneirs for you as well as wonderful restaurants and food vendors with the amazing food that is in New York City. Also, if you are going in the summer, I imagine it would be a little cooler down there as it is by the water. Also, a great place... More

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
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Lots of fun little shops, places with great patios (and drink specials!) to eat, and a fun atmosphere. It's neat to look back at the city and really take in the mix of old and new. This is probably best for people who have time to window shop or relax and enjoy a drink--not for those trying to rush and... More

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Halifax, NS, Canada
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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This is a great afternoon stop in NY. We had lunch in the food court overlooking the water and it was a neat area to walk around. Lots of great shops close by. Close to the very interest Body Exhibit

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Brooklyn, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

heartland brewery. beergarden. bones exhibit. shopping. walking. nice day out and about.

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Brooklyn, New York
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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Took the kids to escape the heat and they loved it. The views are amazing everywhere you look. If you are on a budget grab some food at the food court and sit outside. The tall ships are impressive as well.

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Hoboken, New Jersey
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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Great place to walk around and visit the mall, and also the restaurants and dock areas. Pretty view too.

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Jersey, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Wish we had spent more time there, will go back in a flash.

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Albany, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Beautiful views of the brooklyn bridge and the harbor. We had a great lunch outside overlooking the water and watched all the Cinco de Mayo party goers.

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