Tour South Street Seaport

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South Street Seaport is a bustling community in New York with a world-class maritime museum, over 100 shops to choose from as you browse through the busy streets filled with excited visitors, and fine restaurants where you can rest those weary legs while enjoying sumptuous meals. The South Street Seaport transports visitors to a grand old age in American history, when fledgling immigrants stepped off the boat in massive numbers, new to the land of so much promise. The South Street Seaport is a 12-city-block part of the city found in lower Manhattan. The original eighteenth- and nineteenth-century buildings still tower above the streets that bustle with the busy gathering of shoppers and tourists that have come to South Street Seaport to make the most of this time-portal situated in one of the busiest old ports of New York.

South Street Seaport was founded with the aim of re-capturing the essence of the old times, and the Port of New York. Galleries and exhibitions showcase the America of old. South Street Seaport is also fully interactive, allowing visitors to participate in events and educational programmes. The fleet of historic ships provides for one of the most unique visits in New York. This is the biggest number of privately-owned old ships in the world. Take your girlfriend, boyfriend, husband or wife, to South Street Seaport to enjoy a day out, dining in the restaurants and sightseeing with a difference. Visit some of the grand-old vessels of the sea such as the Peking, 1911, the Pioneer, 1885, and the Marion, M., 1932. Hop aboard for a tour of the conditions that the early modern shipmen lived and worked in, with fascinating accounts of the world wars and American history. The entrance fee is reasonable. Not only will does a visit to the South Street Seaport reward you with a fascinating historical tour, it gives you the opportunity to reflect on how the world has changed when you emerge from the massive museum.

While on holiday in the bustling city of New York, take advantage of vacation apartment rentals in Manhattan, or take a trip to the countryside and stay in one of the self-catering log cabins that are sure to sink you into an utmost state of comfort and relaxation amidst the wildlife. New York's other attractions must also be explored, such as a visit to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island Immigration Museum, Times Square, Broadway, and many, many more. South Street Seaport is one of a few of the amazing attractions in the glittering line-up that New York has in store for you. Escape reality for a few hours; take a trip back in time at South Street Seaport.