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South Street Seaport Museum

Where New York Begins

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General Admission

Wed–Sun | 11am–5pm | Pay What You Wish

General Admission tickets are Pay What You Wish during all regular open hours Wed–Sun, 11am–5pm. 

You are invited to decide what valuation is right for you—take advantage of free in-person admission, the full ticket price, or name your price of anything in between. Please be as generous as you can. As a non-profit organization, the amount you pay for your ticket makes a big difference in helping the Museum continue telling the story of Where New York Begins.

Your General Admission tickets include access to:

1885 tall ship Wavertree
South Street and the Rise of New York
Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900–1914
Seaport Discovery: Exploring Our Waters with Eric Carle

Online General Admission registration begins at $1. To take advantage of free admission, walk up to any check-in station at the Museum.

Free guided tours of the 1908 lightship Ambrose, a floating lighthouse, are also available. Selection of timed-entry is required.

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General Admission Includes:

Visit the 1885 Tall Ship Wavertree

Visit the flagship of the Museum’s fleet and learn how people worked and lived aboard a 19th century cargo sailing vessel—from the captain to the ship’s officers, cooks, and crew.

South Street and the Rise of New York

Explore the critical role played by the Seaport and South Street in securing New York’s place as America’s largest city and its rise to become the world’s busiest port by the start of the 20th century.

Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900–1914

Examine, side-by-side, the dichotomy between First Class and Third Class passengers aboard ocean liners of the early 20th century.

Seaport Discovery: Exploring Our Waters with Eric Carle

Discover maritime-themed art by Eric Carle, the beloved creator of picture books for young children, and step into his works with huge immersive murals and activities.

South Street Seaport Museum

By subway: Take the A, C, 2, 3, J, Z, 4, or 5 train to Fulton Street.

By bus: Take the M-15 SBS or M-15 to Fulton Street.

By water: The NYC Ferry, and New York Waterway provide service to Pier 11. The Staten Island Ferry provides services to Whitehall Terminal.

Parking: Parking lots can be found at Front and John Streets, as well as 294 Pearl Street.