South Street Seaport: Secrets, Myths & Legends
Duration
2 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Experience South Street Seaport with its historic early century buildings
Begin at the Titanic Memorial honoring those lost on the Titanic
Explore the Tin Building now a culinary marketplace by Jean Georges
Walk streets that were Manhattan’s first port for Dutch traders
€ 33.31
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Explore the historic and modern attractions of South Street Seaport, home to the largest collection of restored early century commercial buildings in New York. The tour begins at the Titanic Memorial, a tall lighthouse built to honor those who perished on the RMS Titanic. Visitors will experience the newly repurposed Tin Building, now a culinary marketplace curated by Chef Jean Georges, alongside the historic streets that once served as Manhattan’s first port for the Dutch West India Company. South Street Seaport later became the Port of New York, importing goods from England and China and hosting the Fulton Fish Market, cementing its role as a major commercial hub in the city.
Since the eighties, South Street Seaport has transformed into a popular tourist destination featuring the South Street Seaport Museum and its fleet of historical ships, Schermerhorn Row, the Titanic Memorial, and the revitalized Pier Seventeen with restaurants and summer concerts. Tour guide Ginny Poleman leads visitors through the neighborhood’s evolution, highlighting eighteenth and nineteenth century architecture while sharing stories and vintage photographs of the bustling district. The tour concludes with breathtaking views of the Brooklyn Bridge, offering a glimpse into both the history and contemporary charm of this iconic Manhattan waterfront area.
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Customer Reviews
Eli
Such a wonderful collection across three floors! Highlights for me were the stereographs and the huge Queen Mary model. Really appreciated the seats they have dotted on every floor as someone who loves ships but struggles to stand for long periods of time - it made my visit a lot easier and pain free.
Sasha
Wonderful experience. Not crowded with tourists on my visit. Well preserved NYC history and artifacts. I look forward to visiting again.
Judy
I first took a tour at Pier 17, a waterfront hub with shops, restaurants, and entertainment, including rooftop concerts and events. That day was Disco night on the roof top. I then went on the Circle Line cruise, that's near Pier 17 walking distance, a few feet away. After, I got off the cruise, and walked over to the Watermark at South Street Sea Port in NYC and Pier 15. All within walking distance away. You will have a great time. Plan ahead for the cruise and get on the line a half hr before the cruise because the line will form long. Enjoy NYC! 😊🙏🏻
TK
Fun place to visit. Went on a cool cloudy Sunday afternoon and there weren’t that many visitors. Walked thru the Wavertree ship and Pier 17. Pier 17 Rooftop offers great views of the Brooklyn Bridge. Worth a visit. Lighthouse is under renovation and is closed, as of June 2025.
A
Lots of history down here within this museum even though the space isn't very big. Keep in mind, too, that you also get access to tour the ship in the Seaport with a donation, although I didn't have time for that today.