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The South Street Seaport is a recreational area of shops, restaurants and nightlife in Lower Manhattan. The area has marvelous views of the East River and Brooklyn Bridge. It has some of the oldest buildings in downtown Manhattan, including many early 19th century structures. The old buildings in South Street Seaport have been restored, and are now given a new life.


Schermerhorn Row, South Street Seaport
Schermerhorn Row, South Street Seaport
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 The South Street Seaport historic area is where Fulton Street meets the East River. In the area was a 19th century building known as Schermerhorn Row. For decades it was neglected, and was threatened to be torn down. However, through public support, efforts were made to safe the historic buildings. Eventually all the buildings in the neighborhood was saved and the area turned into a recreational precinct.

Many of the buildings in the area have long and interesting histories. The Bridge Cafe, for example, claims to be housed in a former brothel. The former Fulton Fish Market building was also given a new lease of life in 2005, when it was turned into a restaurant.


 South Street Seaport Museum
South Street Seaport Museum
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Attractions and Sights in South Street Seaport

  1. Brooklyn Bridge
  2. Former Fulton Fish Market
  3. South Street Seaport Museum
  4. Titanic Memorial


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