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Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco
"sea lions, alcatraz, clam chowder, beautiful weather, touristy"(75 Tips)
"Awesome view of Alcatraz."(13 Tips)
"I love the seals and live entertainment."(13 Tips)
"The clam soup is a must!"(14 Tips)
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Luke HuelskampJuly 15, 2020Amazing views and good and vibes. Tourists everywhere. Always meeting new people when I go.
Nicole PhillipsSeptember 7, 2013For the natives head to the dock g for some awesome views of the new Eastern Span of the Bay Bridge. Bonus: the tourists don't flood this area!
PoojaMay 23, 2014Breezy in the summer, cold in the winter but still a great place to hangout and enjoy flavored popcorn and icecream
Kate SchreckDecember 15, 2015Covered in sea lions and tourists pretty much daily! If you want some delicious chowder ya gotta go here though!
WorldStridesApril 7, 2011Pier 39 is located on the northernmost point of San Francisco’s peninsula. From the pier, you can see Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, San Francisco Bay, and the city skyline.
Brenda GuzmanNovember 13, 2016My favorite place, for relax this is perfect, Entertainment distractions and food in general.
Dieter PeetersOctober 8, 2013A must-see in SF! Some nice shops & good restaurants. Don't forget to visit the sea lions.
Benjy WeinbergerAugust 3, 2018Embrace the tackiness and you'll find yourself having a good time, no matter how uncool you think it all is.
Vicki KolovouNovember 18, 2018Nice place to stroll through with a large variety of places to grab a bite.
Fatin AzmanDecember 26, 2018Plenty of seafood stalls and restaurants available, souvenirs shop, desserts... Oh, not to forget, the spectacular view
Stephanie BonoJuly 24, 2017Super crowded and touristy, but you can find a restaurant wth good views and I highly recommend Trish's mini donuts.
Joshua ChaneyMarch 15, 2015Great nightlife! Can busy busy though! Try Crab House and see the Sea Lions!
Hayley MillerMarch 10, 2012Go and see the sea lions as the end of the pier! Dont rider the carousel - its too expensive, Take the kids to golden gate park and ride it there - way cheaper.
Abood AbussaudApril 8, 2015One of the most beautiful and alive areas of San Francisco.. many great restaurants, and attractions
Bring an appetite. Lots of good places to grab a bite down here.
Puu KampolratanaFebruary 14, 2015Walk around while it's sunny. Make sure you find that piano stair and have fun playing on it.
Westfield San Francisco CentreJuly 11, 2012Come rock through the decades of San Francisco history in our free 3D light spectacular at Westfield San Francisco Centre on 865 Market Street starting at 5 pm daily through September 3, 2012!
BoatUSApril 14, 2013BoatUS Members receive discounts at Pier 39! For more information or to join BoatUS, the nation’s largest recreational boating association, ask a staff member.- Melanie GeorgeJanuary 20, 2015Hubby and I had so much fun here. Great restaurants, vendors and sublime scenery.
Nile UmiMay 19, 2010sea lions! there is a place that you can join going to fishing near by if you get early enough. i think it was only 20 or less to go. Also for 15 you can cruise. about 1hr or less ride. nice stuff
Karim SolteroFebruary 10, 2020I loved pier 39. We purchased sweaters. Had clamp soup. And have a wonderful time.
KathyMarch 24, 2013Wake up early to avoid crowds and catch a glimpse of the wharf and sea lions by the platform. Picturesque views!
Jorge MadrigalOctober 18, 2014Great place to get some cocktails and have a nice dinner, pretty crowd too.
Danica KumlerAugust 9, 2013San Francisco's Best Stop! Tasty Food, Views, Live Music, Shopping, Countless Things To Do! Oh && [Bush-Man]
Stacey HunsuckerFebruary 25, 2012Michelle was awesome in helping us out with a bike tour after our tour of Alcatraz. Very friendly and welcoming!!
Dianne Michelle CatapangMay 12, 2013Great view of Alcatraz island from Neptune Seafood restaurant...love the place!
Evolution FreshOctober 9, 2012Let nothing come between you and your nutrients! Stop by our station and try some of our juice.
Gabriel CarmoSeptember 12, 2014Great view of the entire bay. There are lots of sea lions over there!
Andrew CJuly 4, 2016Supposedly this pier is known for hundreds of seals, but in early July there's only a few can be seen and not worth walk all the way up to here
Kari PettitOctober 7, 2015Nice place. Bartender was very friendly! Hard to find though. It's upstairs.
Corinne and JonathanAugust 13, 2011Don't miss the famous sea lions on Pier 39. They left for a while and came back - so who knows how long they will stay. See them while you can.
Paul NathanMay 31, 2013See a street show. The best value at the wharf. Don't forget to tip the performer.
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From amazing views and a sea of sea lions to chowder bread bowls and California wines, your visit to San Francisco starts at PIER 39.
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(415) 705-5500
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"It’s just great. Don’t miss it and it’s free.They’re just o the deck there so you can see them interacting, making sounds and flapping back into the sea and shuffle - wobble on their tail.Fascinating"
Ty 'Diji - 7.8
"Good service! The 3 cheese burger was delish! Add bacon ftw."
Sean Miller - 8.4
"GO FOREST GO... Nice food better ambiance. One of my must in SF"
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