Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco

Located in Southern part of Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square is a place famous for its good food and wine. It’s also renowned for its special chocolate treats.

Ghirardelli Square History

Its history is actually tied to the original Ghirardelli chocolate factory. The factory was established by Ghirardelli Domingo, an Italian immigrant, in the year 1852. Ghirardelli moved to the North Point — known today to be the Ghirardelli Square.

After the move of the factory somewhere else, the name remained with the neighborhood. The square was named after the industrious owner of the factory.

Ghirardelli Square shops and nearby attractions

One of the many things to do while here is to visit the Clock Tower. The Clock Tower was home to the original Ghirardelli chocolate factory. Tourists viewing the Clock Tower can see the original equipment of the factory inside of it. Tourists can also enjoy chocolate and ice cream in the shop.

And for non-chocolate lovers, there are lots of restaurants in the square to enjoy good food and have fun.

The square also features places where you can dine at the best restaurants and wine taste. Shopping and touring the Square are also popular.

Other interesting places to visit while in the square aside from the chocolate factory includes Lori’s Diner to enjoy good cuisine, Helpers Bazaar, ElizabethW, and several other stores.

Another interesting part is that Ghirardelli Square is close to several other amazing attractions such as the Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Golden Gate Bridge and views of Alcatraz Island.

Hours and Getting here

Ghirardelli Square is open from Sunday to Thursday from 10 am — 7 pm and on and from Friday and Saturday from 10 am — 9 pm.

Ghirardelli Square is easy to locate as it is close to the water on Breach Street. Once you get off at North Point, there are signs that would lead you to the Square.

After you visit Ghirardelli Square, maybe your science brain would be interested in visiting the California Academy of Science inside Golden Gate Park.