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The South Street Seaport in New York City

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The South Street Seaport features spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge, the East River and Lower Manhattan. Visitors can admire six historic ships docked at the port which belong to the South Street Seaport Museum, dine at several diverse restaurants, and watch colorful street performers.

The South Street Seaport is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am, from 11 am on Sundays. Holiday hours vary. While admission to the South Street Seaport is free, there is a fee to enter the Museum.

The Seaport in New York City is home to several festivals, concerts, multicultural celebrations and family-friendly activities. For a calendar of events and restaurant opening times, visit www.southstreetseaport.com.

During the warmer months, the South Street Seaport Museum offers sails and cruises in the New York City Harbor aboard the 1930's-era wooden tugboat W.O.Decker and 1885 schooner Pioneer.

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South Street Seaport, 19 Fulton Street, Suite 201, New York City, New York, 212-732-8257, www.southstreetseaport.com