Water Taxi Beach, South Street Seaport - Located on the north side of Pier 17, this man-made beach offers some of the most spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the East River from the city. A great place to grab a drink and a bit of sun any time of day, Water Taxi Beach South Street Seaport also offers ping pong, skee-ball and a 9-hole miniature golf course. Water Taxi Beach South Street Seaport becomes a playground for the above 21 crowd after the sun sets and features rotating DJs all week long. This edge-of-the-island hotspot is sure to be packed to the gills on the weekend so, for a more relaxed breath of fresh, East River air, take an afternoon away from the office and head to the South Street Seaport.