Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco

The Fisherman’s Wharf is a place you should not miss if you are visiting the city of San Francisco. It is probably the best place to start your exploration of the city.

About Fisherman’s Wharf

Positioned in the core of San Francisco towards the North Beach. The wharf is widely regarded as the soul of human activity in San Francisco. Fisherman’s Wharf provides a lot to see, eat and learn.

From the Fisherman’s Wharf, you can enjoy great views of the city as well as the beautiful waterfront. There are also diverse restaurants you can choose from to enjoy some amazing local cuisine. You can also enjoy sea food thats freshly caught in the sea.

Places to Visit Near Fisherman’s Wharf

You can also visit several other amazing locations in its environs such as the Ghirardelli square, and Ghirardelli chocolate stores. Some others include the San Francisco Maritime National History Park (formerly called the Hyde Street Pier). The history park houses the USS Pampatino – a World War 2 submarine, right from the Wharf. Golden Gate Park is not far as well.

Fisherman’s Wharf Businesses

Located on the Wharf is the famous Pier 39, which is home to over 130 stores and restaurants for the shoppers and the gourmets as well as street performers that will dazzle you with their diverse talents.

If a boat cruise sounds fun to you, you can also get that right from The Wharf, and make sure to take awesome close-up pictures of sea lions while you are there.

You should also check out Madame Tussauds, where you get to see the wax figures of all your favorite celebrities.

 

As a result of all the activities going on, it is usually a very busy and buzzing environment, so you should expect to come across a lot of people and that makes it rather difficult to access on its very busy days. It is usually easier to get to Fisherman’s Wharf either via the cable car or Highway101.