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South Street Seaport Offers the Best Shopping in Manhattan
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June 28th, 2010 >> Travel
Manhattan, located in the United States of American, is not only New York’s major commercial, financial and cultural center, but the worlds as well. In addition, it’s a shopping mecca, which attracts hundreds of thousands of international tourists each year, and it’s not just the famous shops on Madison Avenue, Fifth Avenue or Park Avenue, it’s also the shopping at the South Street Seaport , located at 12 Fulton Street. South Street Seaport, which dates back to the 1600s was re-invented to become a great place to go shopping with great views of the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge.
The mall is divided into 3 sections; one based in the original home of New York City’s fish market, another at Pier 17 that is along the water, and the third section is in the Fulton Market building near South Street, which is teeming with activities, a maritime museum, some of the best hotels Manhattan USA provides, dining and of course plenty of shopping.
This is a great place for any tourist to wander around aimlessly with their family, friends or going it solo. The South Street Seaport can get somewhat crowded, but that only makes for a great opportunity for people watching. Before you reach the 3 main sections, there are many stores and kiosks selling various items and souvenirs; stop by the smoothies stand on the 3rd floor, you won’t regret it, very satisfying.
Weekends at the Seaport, you will find many street performers that will amaze you with some very amusing entertainment, especially while you eat Al-fresco at one of the many outdoor restaurants. Also, during the summer months you can buy tickets for the speedboat and take a festive, fun and fabulous cruise around the harbor. South Street Seaport is easy to get to taking the train to Fulton Street. Plan to spend the entire day and evening, because there’s that much to see, do and shop. Visiting the Seaport is the best way to see a different and unique part of Manhattan.
