South Street Seaport Myths & Legends Walking Tour

Explore South Street Seaport with guide Ginny Poleman and uncover the stories behind its waterfront streets, historic buildings, and maritime past. Follow the neighborhood's evolution from New Amsterdam's port to a revitalized destination.

• Discover Burling Slip, where archaeologists found an 18th-century merchant ship hull
• Explore Schermerhorn Row's early 19th-century counting houses
• Hear stories of Peck Slip, Water Street, and the former Fulton Fish Market
• View vintage photographs of the neighborhood's commercial past
• Take in Brooklyn Bridge views at Pier 17

Know before you go

• Arrive 5–10 minutes early
• Tours operate rain or shine, so dress for the weather
• Bring water and wear comfortable shoes