South Street Seaport - Definition and Overview

A view of the South Street Seaport in New York with the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg bridges.

South Street Seaport is an historic area of New York City centering on Fulton Street where it meets the East River.

The Seaport includes renovated original mercantile buildings from the early 19th century, renovated sailing ships, Fulton Fish Market, and modern tourist malls featuring food, shopping and nightlife, with a view of Brooklyn Bridge.

There is Argentine Tango dancing every Sunday in the summer.