The Fisherman's Wharf is usually at the top of most visitors lists of places to visit in San Francisco. It may be for the many restaurants or crab stands, for the street performers, for the sea lions at the end of pier 39, for the bay views or just somewhere to while away the time waiting for a ferry, but this place sure draws the crowds.
Be sure to investigate the oft overlooked Musee Mechanique and definitely take a stroll along the Maritime Museum's pier at the end of Hyde Street. Free admission. Just past the throngs of people in the shops and restaurants is the welcome calm of a national historical park. It features a unique combination of highlights, including a museum, regular events and hands-on exhibits for kids; several historic sailing vessels, many from the 19th century; and a large inlet of water where brave swimmers regularly log laps.
It's the beach here that welcomes cold and weary "Escape from Alcatraz" race competitors after the first leg of the annual triathalon. Clearly visible up the street from Aquatic Park, Ghirardelli Square is a little bit of history, a little bit of shopping and a whole lot of eating fun. Ghirardelli has been making chocolate at Ghirardelli Square since Climb aboard the historic ships docked at the Hyde Street Pier, such as the three-masted Balclutha and the schooner Alma Keep walking west and the crowds fall away as you reach the Art Deco Bathhouse Building, with its collection of ship models.
Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers, especially near the water where wind can kick up and make even a summer day chilly.
If you have young children, bring a stroller. Fortunately the route is flat, but it can get long for small travelers on foot. Wear a backpack since you will inevitably want to buy some souvenirs; bring a camera; store snacks or water and since this is a good amount of time on your feet, you want to be prepared and comfortable. Reviews Sort by:. October 16, Great trail to run.
Gets too crowded at some spots though. Alexander Arvanitis. October 15, Maria Garcia. October 12, Nice night walk and no crowds at all! Emma Grace. August 13, Sondra Schmitt.
May 10, Nice walk with great views. Tyler Chuck. March 6, Scott H. March 3, Walking Great! Raka Mondal. January 19, Road biking Great!
November 10, Scott Bushbaum. November 7, Nature trips. Karen Zeng. September 8, Had a great time! September 3, Lamar V. July 14, Jason Fukuta. July 11, Hiking Bridge out No shade. Arnoldo Gomez. July 8, Hiking No shade. Nice walk, shops and food, many walkers. Sunny no shade. Get out and Hike! Margo Bender. February 25, Shayan Saeed.
August 3, Really quite boring except a view of telegraph Hill and bay Bridge. CS AJ. June 4, Bombina Bombinos. November 15, Saeed Randle. November 4, A lot of sight seeing. Nicola G. Long but lots to see. Bill Crain. September 9, Paul Remmenga. February 26, Alexander McCoy.
May 4, Jeremy McClain. January 10, Katlin Lakota. David Worcester. July 13, More of a touristy walk but interesting! Matt Frost. May 2, Rebecca Gottis. April 29, Shane Silvey. Or sleep in and just sample the catch. Try fresh crab cooked in steaming cauldrons set up on sidewalks here—cracked crab dipped in melted butter and paired with a fresh loaf of local sourdough is a delicious San Francisco tradition. Or tuck into a meal at one of the eateries on the wharf that specialize in bowls of cioppino.
At the San Francisco branch of Madame Tussauds , you can plot your own virtual jailbreak: Its escape-room experience Alcatraz: The Breakout Escape Room challenges guests to think their way out of the legendary prison.
The rest of the popular wax museum features likenesses of movie stars, historic figures, and Bay Area royalty such as Jerry Garcia, Steph Curry, and Mark Zuckerberg. Finish this perfect day with double scoops at Humphrey Slocombe ice cream at the adjacent Ferry Building Marketplace.
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