San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

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San Francisco's most popular destination among travelers, Fisherman's Wharf is the tourist center of the city. Its historic waterfront, once the hub of the city's fishing fleet, is still famous for the depth and variety of its harvest and for having some of the best seafood restaurants in the city, with scenic vistas over San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Here you will also find numerous tourist attractions such as museums, souvenir stores, historical buildings and piers, all competing for attention with the some Halal restaurants, tour operators, peddlers and street entertainers along the docks between Pier 39 and the Municipal Pier of Aquatic Park. The Wharf is located at the northeastern tip of San Francisco, with the main Wharf neighborhood bordered roughly by the bay to the north, Van Ness Ave to the east, and Bay Street to the south, although this guide also includes attractions along the Embarcadero stretching south.

San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf Halal Travel Guide

Three generations of fishermen have worked on the Wharf since the 19th century and the days of the Gold Rush. Once boasting an impressive flotilla of nearly 500 fishing vessels and the fleet's numbers have dwindled over time. Today and the boats moored at the Wharf are only equipped to supply San Francisco's restaurants with a small portion of their seafood appetites. Most of the remaining vessels are moored at Fish Alley, close to Pier 47.

Every year the Wharf attracts millions of visitors to its numerous and eclectic attractions including; the sea lions at Pier 39 and the Maritime Museum and the Chocolates factory at Ghirardelli Plaza, Hyde Street Pier, and of course the infamous Alcatraz. There are also some great vistas overlooking the Bay, and a plethora of restaurants to enjoy them from. Additionally, many people visit the Wharf to either take a ferry or a cruise around the Bay. The Wharf is also home to many events such as the Fourth of July celebrations, Crab Season, and Fleet Week. Being a tourist haven, expect to see large crowds, an abundance of t-shirt stores, novelty museums, and street performers all vying for your attention. Many local residents are put off by the crowds on the Wharf, and the seemingly "tacky" nature of many of the tourist stores and attractions. However, all things considered and there is probably enough here to keep everyone happy.

Travel to San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

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Getting here on foot or via public transportation are certainly the best options if you are already in or near San Francisco.

By car

Driving here is easiest (but often slow) by going north on Van Ness Ave (which is part of U.S. Highway 101) up to North Point Street (a block beyond Bay), turning right, and then locating a parking space after a few blocks. There are a number of smallish lots, and two major garages near Pier 39, at Stockton and Beach. If you plan to spend much time, you may want to park on a street farther away (but watch the posted limits) and take public transportation to the Wharf.

If you are so inclined and have good brakes, you can go from Van Ness Ave onto Lombard Street east, up San Francisco/Nob Hill-Russian Hill|Russian Hill and down the "crookedest street" in San Francisco. Turn north on any of the streets (except Taylor, because of the cable cars) into Fisherman's Wharf. Stockton St, 2.5 blocks past Columbus Ave, gets you to the garages. Note that pedestrians and cable cars have the right of way.

From the Bay Bridge it is best to get off soon, head north and east towards the Embarcadero, and then go west into the Fisherman's Wharf area. These exits are still being reconfigured to cope with future earthquakes. You'll see the garages across the way near Pier 39.

San Francisco is small, so consider taking a taxi, at a cost of around $10 from downtown, and double the price from outlying areas.

By cable car

The Powell/Mason cable car line brings you a few blocks south of the center of the neighborhood, at Taylor and Bay Sts.
The Powell/Hyde cable car line brings you to Fisherman's Wharf western end, at the intersection of Hyde and Beach Sts.

Both cable vehicle lines start at Market and Powell, near the BART and Muni station there, pass San Francisco/Union Plaza-Financial District|Union Plaza, and traverse the charming hills and houses of San Francisco before reaching Fisherman's Wharf.

By streetcar

MUNI's historic F streetcar line comes up on Market from San Francisco/Castro-Noe Valley|Castro Street, turns west at the Embarcadero in front of the Ferry Building, and traverses much of Fisherman's Wharf. You can exit at any of the Market Street BART or MUNI Metro stations to catch the streetcar to Fisherman's Wharf.

Travel on a Bus in San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

MUNI offers several bus routes to Fisherman's Wharf. The frequent 30-Stockton trolley bus and the 47-Van Ness bus go from the Caltrain station to Fisherman's Wharf, using very different routes. The 30 bus goes through Downtown, passes San Francisco/Chinatown-North Beach|Chinatown and North Beach, and then travels west via North Point Street up to Van Ness. The 47 bus takes longer; it goes first through the grubby parts of the San Francisco/SoMa|SoMa area and then via the San Francisco/Civic Center-Tenderloin|Civic Center up Van Ness, and finally east on North Point St. Additionally and the 19-Polk and 49-Mission/Van Ness also serve the area, both terminating near the Aquatic Park on the western edge of the Wharf. The 39-Coit heads up to Coit Tower in San Francisco/Chinatown-North Beach|North Beach.

By ferry

A couple of companies offer ferries serving the piers of Fisherman's Wharf:

Blue & Gold Fleet | Pier 41 ☎ +1-415-705-8200 +1-415-705-5429 Opening Hours: Times vary — see website Price varies by departure point: adults $6.25-11.50 one-way, seniors/children $3.10-6.75 one-way Offers ferries from Sausalito, Tiburon, Angel Island, and Alameda/Oakland to Pier 41.

San Francisco Bay Ferry | Pier 41 ☎ +1-415-705-8291 | Opening Hours: Times vary — see website Price varies by departure point: adults $6.25-13 one-way, seniors/children $3.10-6.50 one-way; discount offered to adults using Clipper Card Offering ferry service to/from Alameda/Oakland and Vallejo.

Halal Friendly Walking Tours in San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

Due to its proximity to the Downtown area, one of the best ways to get to the Wharf is simply to walk! Eastbound through Fort Mason from San Francisco/Golden Gate|the Marina (15 mins), northbound along Columbus Ave from San Francisco/Chinatown-North Beach|North Beach and Chinatown (25 mins), or from either the Ferry Building or the San Francisco/Union Plaza-Financial District|Financial District, walk northbound along the Embarcadero promenades (25 mins).

Get Around

Fisherman's Wharf is best observed while walking, but there are also pedicabs, horse-drawn carriages, and of course the F-Line streetcar, all of which will take you up and down the Wharf. There are also several companies in the neighborhood that rent bikes out to tourists by the hour or for the day, including Wheel Fun Rentals, Bay City Bike, Bike and Roll, and Blazing Saddles Bike Rentals. Any of these bike services is highly recommended as you get the opportunity to see a lot of the city in a relatively short-amount of time. One of Blazing Saddle's stations is located near the Ben and Jerry's stand and the trail leads you over the Golden Gate Bridge and to Sausalito where you can catch a ferry back to the piers or continue to the redwoods on an "extended" ride. Regardless of what company you choose, just prepare for leg soreness the following day. The California Welcome Center is located on the second level of PIER 39, and they offer visitor maps and information on Fisherman's Wharf which will help you navigate your way around.

What to See

The Wharf is a very compact area and attractions are centered mainly along the half-mile stretch of Jefferson Street. So, ambling from east to west you'll discover:

Exploratorium - Pier 15, 698 The Embarcadero 37.8012, -122.3981 at Green St. E and Friday streetcars stop out front, and the BART Embarcadero station is 15 minutes away by foot ☎ +1-415-528-4444 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10AM Monday - 5PM; open Thursday 6-10PM for ages 18+ only, closed Monday $29.95 adults, $24.95 students/teachers/disabled/seniors/youth 13-17, $19.95 youth 4-12, children 3 and under free Exploratorium Exploratorium-sign - Along the Embarcadero on the way to the Wharf, this is a great kid-friendly place with lots of interactive exhibits teaching about science, with intriguing displays about the mind, natural systems, sound, and sight . If you're lucky and they'll conduct one of their most famous (and fascinating to most children) demonstrations: the dissection of a cow eyeball.

Pier 39 - @.com the Embarcadero at Beach Street 37.809992, -122.410357 located on the eastern fringe of Fisherman's Wharf ☎ +1-415-705-5500 - Free Pier 39 Pier 39, SF, CA, jjron 26.03.2012 45-acre pier-complex featuring 100 specialty stores, 12 full service restaurants and theater, cruises, live entertainment, and more.

Aquarium of the Bay - Pier 39 37.808626, -122.409473 at the foot of Pier 39, on the eastern side ☎ +1-415-623-5300 +1-415-623-5324 Opening Hours: Open daily except December. 25. Summer hours: 9AM Monday - 8PM daily. Most other times Monday - Thursday 10AM Monday - 6PM, F-Su 10AM Monday - 7PM $24.95 adults; $14.95 seniors (age 65+) and children (ages 4-12); $70 family (2 adults, 2 children). children 3 and under free Aquarium of the Bay A nice place and the right size for kids, with an underwater tunnel, where the fish swim above you as you gaze at them, and ponds where you can touch various live marine animals. It's a perfectly decent aquarium, but many local residents would recommend you save your money for the fantastic California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco/The Avenues|Golden Gate Park.

Marina - @marina.com West and East Marinas NA, NA on both sides of Pier 39 - Free Don't get lost among all the tourist stores, and forget that Pier 39 is a pier after all — so why not check out the impressive flotilla of vessels moored at its 11 docks on either side of the pier.

Sea lions Pier 39's West Marina 37.8106, -122.4116 - Free A short time after the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake struck and these sea lions moved bag-and-baggage into the west marina at Pier 39. There can be as many as 900 sea lions there during the winter months. In the summertime many of them migrate but there is always a steady population at Pier 39's K-Dock all year round.

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Sea Lion Center - Second Level, West Marina, Pier 39 37.81062, -122.41099 ☎ +1-415-262-4734 | Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 5PM daily Free A small free center with limited information and sea lion merchandise. Naturalists from the Aquarium of the Bay are on hand at the center as well as on the dock overlooking the sea lions to answer questions and give presentations about the sea lions.

Street performers - the Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water Center Stage 37.8109, -122.4109 at the end of Pier 39 Opening Hours: Daily Show Times: noon, 1:20PM, 2:40PM, 4PM, 5:20PM, 6:30PM, 7:40PM & 8:50PM Free - Colorful jugglers, magicians, clowns, mimes, and comedians of all descriptions entertain Pier 39 visitors throughout the day.

USS Pampanito Submarine - Pier 45 37.81, -122.416389 at Taylor Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-775-1943 | Opening Hours: Opens at 9AM daily. Call for closing time $20 adults, $12 seniors/students, $10 children, $9 active military (free for those in uniform), free for children 5 and under USS Pampanito (SS-383) Pampanito (submarine, San Francisco) - This is a National Historic Landmark — an authentic WWII submarine with many original artifacts on display. Up to 80 personnel ran this submarine and it could be at sea for up to several weeks at a time.

SS Jeremiah O'Brien - Pier 45 37.811111, -122.418056 at Taylor Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-544-0100 +1-415-544-9890 Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 4PM daily $20 adults, $10 seniors/military/youth 5-16, free for children 4 and under, family (2 adults, 2 children) $40 SS Jeremiah O'Brien Jeremiah O'Brien (Liberty ship, San Francisco) - Mocated behind the Pampanito submarine is this WWII Liberty Ship open for tours. The SS Jeremiah O'Brien is the sole survivor of the armada of Allied ships which was involved in D-Day, and one of only two remaining WWII Liberty Ships surviving today (the other being the SS Lane Victory in San Pedro).

Amusing America Exhibit Pier 45 37.8099, -122.4170 at the foot of Taylor Street Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 8PM daily Free An fun exhibit that traces the history of amusement attractions in American cities, with a focus on San Francisco.

Musee Mecanique - Pier 45, Shed A 37.8094, -122.4163 behind Fisherman's Grotto No. 9 ☎ +1-415-346-2000 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10AM Monday - 7PM, Saturday to Sunday and Holidays 10AM Monday - 8PM Free Musée Mécanique Musée Mécanique 003 Has quite an interesting collection of about 300 coin-operated musical instruments and antique arcade machines, that date from the turn of the century.

Fishermen's and Seamen's Chapel - Pier 45 37.8090, -122.4173 Taylor Street and Embarcadero - Free This tiny chapel is a memorial to the "Lost Fishermen"... those that have lost their lives on the seas. Every year they hold a special service to commemorate these fishermen. The annual "Blessing of the Fleet" also starts from here every October.

Madame Tussauds San Francisco - 145 Jefferson Street 37.80816, -122.41482 ☎ +1-855-753-9999 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10AM Monday - 8PM, F-Sa 10AM Monday - 9PM $26 adults ($18 if you book online), $20 children 4-12 ($16 if you book online), children under 4 free Madame Tussauds San Francisco A - The San Francisco location of the popular wax figure museum. Photograph and pose with your favourite A-listers, sports legends, and pop icons.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum - 175 Jefferson Street 37.8080, -122.4155 between Mason Street and Taylor Street ☎ +1-415-202-9850 +1-415-771-1246 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10AM Monday - 10PM, F-Sa 10AM Monday - 11PM $25.99 (ages 13 and older), $17.99 children (ages 5-12) - Set over 2 floors it has over 10,000 square feet of galleries, exhibits, illusions, and interactive displays.

Fish Alley - 37.8086, -122.4192 turn right off Jefferson at Leavenworth - Free Don't forget to go and see the real fishing boats at what's known as Fish Alley — after all it is "Fisherman's Wharf". If you want to see them actually hauling in their catch, you'll have to be there around 6AM to 7AM.

The Cannery | Del Monte Plaza 37.8073, -122.4198 at the foot of Columbus Street ☎ +1-415-771-3112 +1-415-771-2424 - Built in 1907 with its award-winning architecture and the Cannery overlooks San Francisco Bay and once upon a time was the largest peach cannery in the world. Today it's a bustling marketplace featuring three levels of restaurants, shops, offices, and live entertainment. In the middle it has a secluded courtyard with outdoor bistros and cafes.

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park - begins at the Hyde Street pier ☎ +1-415-447-5000 +1-415-556-1624 - San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park Historic ships of the San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park The park consists of a visitor center, Hyde Street Pier and the fleet of historic ships moored there and the Maritime Museum, Aquatic Park, and the Municipal Pier.

Visitor Center The Cannery, Del Monte Plaza 37.8075, -122.4205 at Hyde and Jefferson, across the street from the bridge ☎ +1-415-447-5000 | Opening Hours: 9:30AM Monday - 5PM daily Free The Visitor Center has an information desk and a bunch of small craft and hands-on exhibits that depict San Francisco's rich maritime legacy. It provides some information about the boats that line Hyde Street Pier.

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Hyde Street Pier 37.8096, -122.4221 at the foot of Hyde Street Opening Hours: 9:30AM Monday - 5PM (last entry 4:30PM) Entry to pier free; boarding pass for historic vessels $10 adults, supervised children under 16 free Hyde Street Pier - Prior to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge, this historic ferry-pier was the primary automobile ferry terminal that connected San Francisco with both Marin County and the East Bay. A fleet of six historic vessels are on display on the pier. Some are available for a self-guided tour, others by docent-led tours. On payment of the $5 National Park Service fee several can be boarded, depending on tides; kids can join for free. Among the ships you can see are the Balclutha, an 1886 steel-hulled square rigged sailing ship and the Eureka, an 1890 steam ferryboat (which also has an exhibit of antique cars on board) and the C.A. Thayer, an 1895 lumber schooner, and the Hercules, a 1907 steam tug.

Maritime Museum 37.8064, -122.4239 located in Aquatic Park at the western end of Fisherman's Wharf ☎ +1-415-561-7100 | Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 4PM daily Free Shaped like a ship, this historic building was originally built by the WPA as a bathhouse and served as the Maritime Museum for many years before a recent renovation. Inside you'll find maritime exhibits and beautiful underwater-themed murals.

Aquatic Park and Municipal Pier 37.8068, -122.4229 located at the western end of Fisherman's Wharf - Free Aquatic Park Historic District Aquatic Park Historic District-27 This area was once part of Fort Mason but is now a complex for museums and artisans, and a great place to take a break from the bustle of Fisherman's Wharf. There is a small beach at the foot of the park where you'll see kayakers, kite fliers, swimmers from the nearby Polar Bear Club, and even rock sculptors at work. At the end of the park is Municipal Pier — the closest you can get to Alcatraz on foot or bike. After dark it can be a bit desolate.

Ghirardelli Plaza - 900 North Point Street 37.8059, -122.4229 at the junction of Beach Street and Larkin Street ☎ +1-415-775-5500 +1-415-775-0912 Free Ghirardelli Plaza It was officially declared a city landmark in 1965, and today it's still feasible to view the remnants of the old chocolate-making machinery there. Be sure to pop into the Chocolates shop; they often hand out free samples at the front door. The square is packed with boutiques, restaurants, specialty stores, and galleries. It also has great views over the Bay.

Things to Do

Cablecarturnaround - "Now that's gotta be heavy"... workers manually turn around a cable vehicle at Hyde and Beach Sts

Pier 39 - at Beach Street and the Embarcadero - Detailed information listed under the San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf#See|See section above.

Frequent Flyers | Pier 39 37.8094, -122.4099 near the end of Pier 39 ☎ +1-415-981-6300 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 8PM, F-Sa 10AM Monday - 10PM $10 per session This is an exciting bungee/trampoline combination, suitable for all ages, which allows you to experiment with the dare-devil acrobat inside of you. It's feasible to reach heights of up to 20 feet in the air.

Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze - Pier 39 37.8101, -122.4103 ☎ +1-415-835-0019 | Opening Hours: Opens daily at 10AM $5, children 5 and under free A fun house maze where you can lose yourself in infinite hallways and dead-ends, complete with psychedelic lighting.

Players Arcade - Pier 39 Monday - 3 37.8111, -122.4103 at the end of Pier 39 ☎ +1-415-981-6300 +1-415-981-6308 Opening Hours: Sunday 10AM Monday - 10PM, Monday to Friday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday 9AM Monday - 11PM Free admission, price of games varies - Have some fun in the largest games arcade in San Francisco.

San Francisco Carousel - 37.8107, -122.4107 first level at the Bay end of Pier 39$5 per ride, or three tokens for $10 - Crafted in Europe, this fun double-decker carousel is famous as the only one of its kind in the U.S. that has artistic depictions of its native town hand-painted onto its frame.

Boudin Museum and Bakery Tour - 160 Jefferson Street 37.8085, -122.4149 between Mason Street and Taylor Street ☎ +1-415-351-5561 | Opening Hours: 11:30AM Monday - 7PM daily - Take a tour round the bakery, enjoy some of their interactive exhibits and learn about the history of Boudin.

Cable Car - Powell-Mason Line from Taylor & Bay or Powell-Hyde Line from Beach & Hyde at Hyde Street and Beach Street ☎ +1-415-981-6300 - $7 each way ($3 for seniors or disabled before 7AM and after 9PM); day passes available and MUNI passports applicable - This is fun way to enter or leave the Wharf area. For your convenience, two cable vehicle lines terminate at Fisherman's Wharf — one at Hyde Street & Beach Street and one at Bay Street & Taylor St.

The San Francisco Dungeon - 145 Jefferson Street 37.8080, -122.4146 +1-855-753-9999 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 9PM daily $26 adults ($22 if you book online), $20 children 12 and under ($16 if you book online) - Somewhat scary theatrical attraction in which the stories of old San Francisco are brought to life with a full theatrical actor cast, special effects, gripping storytelling, 360° sets and an underground boat ride.

San Francisco Segway Tours - Electric Tour Company - Tours depart from the rear parking lot at 757 Beach Street 37.8062, -122.4211 near the junction of Hyde Street ☎ +1-415-474-3130 +1-415-885-6070 Opening Hours: Segway al-tours/ tours Daily 9AM, 12:30PM and 4PM April–October & 10AM and 1:30PM November–March $70 per person (advanced reservations are required) - Take a 2 1/2 tour of Fisherman's Wharf on a segway

Walk - Walk and enjoy being a tourist. If it gets too much for you, escape to the west into the San Francisco/Golden Gate|Marina and the Presidio. You can always find a bus to take you back.

Bay cruises and ferries

From Fisherman's Wharf, one has a wide variety of options to explore the city and the Bay by water. Angelisland - Serenity at Angel Island

Angel Island - 37.86, -122.43 Opening Hours: Angel Island is open from 8AM to sunset year around Angel Island (California) Angelisland tiburon - Take a ferry to this historic California State Park and wildlife preserve — the "Jewel of San Francisco Bay". Spend a whole day on the largest island in San Francisco Bay, which was once known as the "Ellis Island of the West". There are lots of activities once you get there — picnicking, hiking, biking, boating, camping, and baseball, or just spend a day lounging on one of the many beaches there.

Bay Cruises - Bay cruises are very popular 60-90 minutes boat al-tours/ tours that usually take you underneath the shadows of the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz, and along San Francisco's historic 150 year old waterfront. They also offer great views of the city's skyline. Some of them come with lively guides, others with headphone audio equipment. Some cruise providers have extended routes that take you past Angel Island and close to the shores of Tiburon and Sausalito. Others provide alternate routes that sail under the Bay Bridge as far as AT&T Park, along the San Francisco skyline, around Treasure Island, and along Alcatraz Island. Several operators provide specialist cruises of all descriptions including 'Sunset Cruises' and 'Dining Cruises' among others.

Ferries - You can also take a simple ferry across the bay to Sausalito, Tiburon, Vallejo, or Alameda/Oakland, and explore on from there.

The following companies provide cruises or ferry service from Fisherman's Wharf.

Adventure Cat Sailing Charters - J Dock next to Pier 39 37.8103, -122.4111 at Beach Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-212-209-3370 +1-800-498-4228 Opening Hours: Cruise times vary — see website Bay Cruise: Adult: $40, children 6-12: $20, children 5 and under free; Sunset Cruise: Adults $55 (no discount for children) — Sunset Cruise includes light hors d'oeuvres and 2 complimentary drinks - Offers a 90 minutes bay cruise on a 55-foot luxury Catamaran and also sunset cruises in the evening.

Blue & Gold Fleet - Pier 39 37.8089, -122.4108 at Beach Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-705-8200 +1-415-705-5429 Opening Hours: Cruise times vary — see website Bay Cruise: adults $31, seniors (62+) and teens $25, children (5-11) $21. RocketBoat: adults $28, seniors (62+) and teens $24, children (5-11) $20. Ferries (price varies by destination): adults $6.60-11.50 one-way, seniors/children $3.30-6.75 one-way - In addition to their bay cruise from Pier 39, Blue & Gold Fleet offers ferries from Pier 41 across the bay to Sausalito, Tiburon, Angel Island, and Alameda/Oakland. Blue & Gold Fleet also runs a "RocketBoat", a high-speed cruise of the bay in a sleek red boat.

Red & White Fleet - Pier 43½ 37.8092, -122.4151 Taylor Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-673-2900 +1-415-447-0619 Opening Hours: Cruise times vary — see website Bay Cruise: Adults $32, youth (5-17) $22. Sunset Cruise: Adults $68, youth (5-17) $46. Bridge 2 Bridge Cruise: Adults $40, youth (5-17) $28 - They offer a 1 hour "Golden Gate Bay Cruise" which goes under the Golden Gate Bridge and around Alcatraz, a 2 hour "California Sunset Cruise" which goes under the Golden Gate Bridge and around Angel Island, and a 90-minutes "Bridge 2 Bridge Cruise" which goes under both the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge.

San Francisco Bay Ferry - Pier 41 37.8094, -122.4126 at Jefferson Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-705-8291 | Opening Hours: Times vary — see website Price varies by departure point: adults $6.60-$13.80 one-way, seniors/children $3.30-$6.90 one-way; discount offered to adults using Clipper Card Offering ferry service to/from Alameda/Oakland and Vallejo.

San Francisco Sailing Company - Pier 39 Dock C 37.8089, -122.4089 behind the Aquarium of the Bay ☎ +1-415-378-4887 | Opening Hours: Sail times vary; check website 90-minutes tour, $45/person; private sailboat charters are more - Bay al-tours/ tours under the Golden Gate Bridge and private charters and parties with full catering.

Alcatraz

AlcatrazFleetWeek - Alcatraz during Fleet Week

Alcatraz Cruises - Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing 37.8066, -122.4044 ☎ +1-415-981-7625 +1-415-986-1721 Opening Hours: Cruises start at 8:45AM and continue throughout the day. 10-15 daily departures depending on the time of year. Evening al-tours/ tours offered $37.25 adults, $23 children (5-11), $35.25 seniors, children 4 and under free, family (2 adults and 2 children) $112.75. Evening al-tours/ tours cost extra - Information on the island can be found on the /alca/ National Park Service's website].

Alcatraz is a decommissioned island federal penitentiary nestled beautifully in the bay. Before it was a prison it served first as a lighthouse (the West Coast's first lighthouse) and then a military outpost, and then a military prison. After this, it served as a federal prison for 29 years between 1934 and 1963. Its location was near perfect due to its isolation and the frigid waters and hazardous currents of the bay, which made escape attempts difficult to say the least. Known by its nickname "The Rock", this prison was once home to some of the most notorious inmates in U.S. history. Famous inmates included Al Capone, who served four and a half years here, and Robert Stroud — "The Birdman of Alcatraz," — who spent a long 17 years here. The notorious gangster and bootlegger, George "Machine Gun" Kelly, also served time at the Rock. It was claimed (by the penitentiary) that no one ever escaped from the prison alive.

Take a tour and listen to an audio tape in English, Japanese, Chinese, or other languages. The most interesting aspect of the tour is that you can go into the prison and see what it was like to be imprisoned. The tour takes you all around the interior of the prison, including into some of the tiny cells and the segregated cells and the old barber shop and mess hall, and then out into the parade grounds and exercise yard. It might be more interesting if you've watched the movie Escape from Alcatraz and seen what happened in Alcatraz when it was operating as a prison. Tickets for the Ferry to Alcatraz are available at the Alcatraz Cruises website, but they sell out fast so buy in advance. Only one company is allowed exclusive access to dock at Alcatraz.

Events and festivals

SFCrabs - Dungeness Crabs at the Wharf

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Ghirardelli Plaza | Ghirardelli Plaza at Beach and Larkin Street ☎ +1-415-775-5500 | Opening Hours: End of Nov: noon-5:30PM Free Why not ring in the holiday season by attending the festivities at Ghirardelli Plaza. There's theater, live music, and then at the end they decorate the 45 foot Christmas tree with ornaments, lights, and Chocolates bars... yum!

Crab Season - The festivities and excitement of Crab Season begin in November after a priest has officially blessed the fleet, sending eager crabbers out to land their catch. Local vendors fire up their blackened pots in preparation for the arrival of the delicious, and much sought-after Dungeness Crab. Approximately 1 million pounds of Dungeness are caught every year, ensuring that the feast lasts for several months.

Fleet Week - ☎ +1-650-599-5057 - Free, although you can pay up to $150 to watch the Air Show from premium select locations along the Marina Green and waterfront area Usually held in the first week of October, it's a tribute to the men and women in the armed forces. A flotilla of Navy ships dock on the Wharf in parade fashion, and there are many free deck al-tours/ tours available from crew members. There are also several air displays by the Navy's Blue Angels, Team Oracle, and the Air Force's F-16 Demonstration Team.

Fourth of July - Opening Hours: 2PM Monday - 10PM, 9:30PM fireworks Free San Francisco's main Independence Day celebrations take place on Fisherman's Wharf. There is lots of free entertainment during the day, particularly around Aquatic Park and all down Jefferson St. The festivities culminate with an impressive fireworks display from the foot of Municipal Pier, and at the other end of the Wharf from barges moored off the north of Pier 39.

Ghirardelli Plaza Chocolates Festival | Ghirardelli Plaza at Beach and Larkin Street ☎ +1-415-775-5500 | Opening Hours: First or second weekend in Sept: Saturday to Sunday noon-5PM Free (chocolate tasting requires ticket purchase: $10-20) Chocoholics — indulge your decadent side at this annual Chocolates fest. Activities include Chocolates tasting, Chocolates sculpting, Chocolates cooking demonstrations, and a Chocolates eating competition.

Holiday Festival of Lights - Free The Holiday Festival of Lights is the official start of the holiday season in the city. Stores hang out decorations and lights and the piers are adorned with shimmering lights.

Opening Day on the Bay Fisherman's Wharf Waterfront ☎ +1-415-331-0702 - Free An annual boat parade, held on the last Sunday in April, that signals the start of the Northern Californian sailing season. Up to 200 vessels, decked out in full regalia, participate each year and sail from the Golden Gate Bridge to Pier 39. Impartial judges are on hand to award prizes in several esteemed categories. The event is organized by the Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

There are five principal shopping centers in Fisherman's Wharf. However, all along the Wharf and its side streets you will find an abundance of souvenir stores, T-shirt stores ("I'm with stupid" and "Alcatraz Outpatient"), electronic stores (digital cameras etc.), Candies and sweet stores, jewelry stores, craft stores, and various other specialty stores of all descriptions.

Three of the major shopping centers of Fisherman's Wharf are also attractions in their own right: Pier 39, The Cannery, and Ghirardelli Plaza, which are all listed under the San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf#See|See section above. Each one has multiple shops to explore.

The Anchorage Shopping Center | Anchorage Plaza 37.8075, -122.4182 Leavenworth at Beach Street ☎ +1-415-775-6000 ext 203 Covering just one square block in Fisherman's Wharf and there are over 30 specialty shops and restaurants here.

North Point Shopping Center | 900 North Point Street 37.8062, -122.4129 between Mason Street and Powell Street - Mess tourist, and set back a few blocks from the actual Wharf, this shopping center contains 15 shops, including a Safeway supermarket, Walgreens drug store, GNC, and Radio Shack, as well as services such as ATMs and 24 Hour Fitness center.

Halal Restaurants in San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

This page uses the following price ranges for a typical meal for one, including soft drink:
Budget	$10 or less
Mid-range	$10 - 20
Splurge	$20 or more

Many of the restaurants here are seafood restaurants, so if you're not into seafood at all, it's best to go to any other section of town. San Francisco/Chinatown-North Beach|North Beach (Italian) and even San Francisco/Chinatown-North Beach|Chinatown are within healthy walking distances. Many of the older established restaurants have Italian names like "Castagnola's" and "Alioto's" — a reflection on the fact that many of the Wharf's first fishermen were immigrant Italians. Alas, much of the fare available is overpriced, but not all and there are still plenty of places on the Wharf where you can fill up on the cheap. Most of the old-line high-end Italian restaurants on the wharf, while maybe disparaged by local residents as hopelessly uncool, do in fact maintain a high standard of food and service. If you're tired of the manic crowds, get take out and bring it up to Aquatic Park where there is lots of room to sit and enjoy your food in peace.

Clamchowder - 330px|A Wharf specialty... Clam Chowder in a bread bowl

Bistro Boudin | 160 Jefferson Street 37.8086, -122.4146 ☎ +1-415-928-1849 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 8AM Monday - 9:30PM, F-Sa 8AM Monday - 10PM $15-30 Home of the sourdough bread with a recipe they've nurtured since 1849, where you can get (among other things) their popular clam chowder in a bread bowl. This is the flagship location of Boudin, where you can shop for gifts here or stroll around their museum to learn about Boudin's history.

Boudin Cafe - Pier 39 37.8090, -122.4099 ☎ +1-415-421-0185 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 8AM Monday - 8PM, F-Sa 8AM Monday - 9PM $5-7A cafe where you can get Boudin food on Pier 39.

Chowder and crab sidewalk stands | 200 Jefferson Street 37.8084, -122.4159 at Taylor Street $4 and up Get clam chowder in a bread bowl, Dungeness crab (in season November through June), fish and chips, shrimp cocktails, calamari salad, etc. from this busy outdoor marketplace. If you're getting a crab, ask for a fresh one and they'll cook it up for you on the spot.

Chowders | @.com Pier 39, Building A, Level 1 37.8091, -122.4103 at Beach Street and The Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-391-4737 | Opening Hours: Same hours as Pier 39 $5-11 Serving fresh seafood cocktails, clam chowder in a bread bowl, fish and chips, sandwiches, and salads. They also have a small "Not so Fishy... " menu for those who don't like seafood.

Darren's Cafe | 2731 Taylor Street 37.8078, -122.4155 between Beach Street and Jefferson Street ☎ +1-415-673-3345 | Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 8AM Monday - 4:30PM $6-9 Reasonably priced "mom and pop" Vietnamese/breakfast place on the Wharf. They serve Vietnamese dishes, soup, and sandwiches as well as more traditional breakfast options like country potatoes and omelettes. Small but friendly!

In-N-Out Burgers | 333 Jefferson Street 37.8077, -122.4184 near Jones Street +1-800-786-1000 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10:30AM Monday - 1AM, F-Sa 10:30AM Monday - 1:30AM $5-8 Standard In-N-Out Burger, but it has the distinction of being the only one in the city, one of the few In-N-Out Burgers locations without a drive-through, and one of only two fast-food chain restaurants allowed at the wharf (the other being a McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant)). They serve "fresh burgers" and fries cut straight from the potato in front of you... it's still fast food, but it's definitely better than the usual fare. This place gets seriously packed but the line does tend to move quickly.

Mid-range

Cafe Pescatore - 2455 Mason Street 37.8063, -122.4140 at North Point Street ☎ +1-415-561-1111 +1-415-292-4549 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 7AM Monday - 10:30AM, 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, F-Su 7AM Monday - 10PM $14-25A mid-range Italian trattoria that focuses on the staples of Italian food like Pasta, Pizzas, and risottos. It being Fisherman's Wharf and they do have a particular focus on seafood however.

Cioppino's | 400 Jefferson Street 37.8080, -122.4193 on the junction of Jefferson and Leavenworth Sts, across from the Cannery Building on the bayside of Fisherman's Wharf ☎ +1-415-775-9311 +1-415-775-7044 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 10PM daily $14-27 Family dining with indoor and outdoor seating. Cioppino is a flavorful San Franciscan seafood soup.

Eagle Cafe | W@DaveVdW.net Pier 39 37.8088, -122.4104 at Beach Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-433-3689 | Opening Hours: 7:30AM Monday - 9PM daily $7-30 One of the more reasonably priced places to eat on the Wharf. Traditional fare served. Pancakes are a favorite.

Fog City Diner - 1300 Battery Street 37.8034, -122.4018 at the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-982-2000 +1-415-982-3711 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, Friday 11:30AM Monday - 11PM, Saturday 10:30AM Monday - 11PM, Sunday 10:30AM Monday - 10PM $10-20 Mooking like a long shiny aluminum trailer from the outside and the famous Fog City Diner (it's the one from the old Visa ad) serves high-end all-American food. As it's so close to Fisherman's Wharf but still somewhat removed from the chaotic scene there, it is popular with both tourists and local residents.

Joanie's Happy Days Diner | 1329 Columbus Ave 37.8064, -122.4193Joseph Conrad Plaza/Beach St. ☎ +1-415-928-4343 | Opening Hours: 7AM Monday - 5PM Good and fresh breakfast and lunch service at a reasonable price. Fast service and big variation result in a full diner every morning.

McCormick and Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant | Ghirardelli Plaza, 900 North Point Street 37.8062, -122.4228 at Beach Street and Larkin Street ☎ +1-415-929-1730 +1-415-567-2919 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, F-Sa 11:30AM Monday - 11PM, Sunday 10:30AM Monday - 10PM $11 and up A good seafood restaurant that also serves other fare such as Pastas and Steaks. The restaurant is perched atop Ghirardelli Plaza and has magnificent views of the bay, as well as a spacious and airy feel inside.

Pier Market | Pier 39 37.8099, -122.4106 at Beach Street and The Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-989-7437 | Opening Hours: Winter hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 9PM, Friday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday to Sunday 10:30AM Monday - 9PM. Summer hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 10PM, Friday 11AM Monday - 11PM, Saturday 10:30AM Monday - 11PM, Sunday 10:30AM Monday - 10PM $10-33 Pier Market is a real market and restaurant at Pier 39. It's definitely one of the better seafood options on the Wharf; the fish always seems to be fresh and the service is fast and friendly, and the prices are pretty low given the quality.

Pompei's Grotto | 340 Jefferson Street 37.8081, -122.4181 between Jones and Leavenworth ☎ +1-415-776-9265 | Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - ?? daily $9-30 Much quieter, less expensive, and less tourist than the big name Fisherman's Wharf restaurants; excellent food, with an emphasis on seafood and Italian specialties, served by nice people. Still owned and managed by the Pompei family, who started the restaurant in 1946. For those not interested in seafood and they offer two Steaks and four Chicken dishes, as well as three meatless Pasta dishes and a meatless risotto.

Alioto's | No. 8 Fisherman's Wharf 37.8087, -122.4161 Taylor Street and Jefferson Street ☎ +1-415-673-0183 | Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 11PM daily $22-48 Established in 1925 by the Alioto family, it plates Sicilian recipes incorporating the local, fresh seafood.

Castagnola's - 286 Jefferson Street 37.8082, -122.4175 across from Ripley's and the Wax Museum, and the nearby Ghirardelli Plaza ☎ +1-415-776-5015 +1-415-776-0463 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 9PM daily $20 and up Voted San Francisco's No. 1 Seafood and Family Restaurant of 1998 by The National Academy of Restaurant Evaluation and The Best of San Francisco Pocket Guide. They specialize in seafood and Italian cuisine, complimented by quality Californian fruit cocktails.

Crab House | Pier 39, Second Level, West Side 37.8094, -122.4103 at Beach Street and the Embarcadero ☎ +1-415-434-2722 +1-415-434-4038 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, F-Sa 11:30AM Monday - 11PM $18-60 Voted "Best Crab in San Francisco" and famous for it's "Killer Crab" — 2 pounds of Dungeness Crab! Comes with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Nicks Lighthouse | 2815 Taylor Street 37.8085, -122.4161 at Jefferson Street ☎ +1-415-929-1300 +1-415-989-1544 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 10:30PM, F-Sa 11AM Monday - 11PM $12-37 Warm and aromatic Italian restaurant serving popular family fare.

No. 9 Fisherman's Grotto | 2847 Taylor Street 37.8090, -122.4161 Taylor Street and Jefferson Street ☎ +1-415-673-7025 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Friday 10AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday 10AM Monday - 11PM $14-49 On the side of the plaza, this restaurant is an old favorite. The small ground floor room has a warm Venetian inspired ambiance; the upstairs is larger and more modern. Its windows overlook the fishing boats.

Sabella and LaTorre | 2809 Taylor Street 37.8084, -122.4160 Taylor Street and Jefferson Street ☎ +1-415-673-2824 +1-415-923-0585 Opening Hours: Restaurant: Sunday - Thursday 10AM Monday - 10:45PM, F-Sa 10AM Monday - 12:45AM; Crab Stand: 7AM Monday - 10:45PM $11-37.50A family owned restaurant that's been open since 1927 providing fresh seafood, family fare, and a full café. They're known in particular for their "cracked crab".

Scoma's Restaurant | Pier 47 on Al Scoma Way 37.8089, -122.4181 where Jones and Jefferson Sts intersect ☎ +1-415-771-4383 +1-415-775-2601 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, F-Su 11:30AM Monday - 10:30PM, Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. The Bar is open daily 30 minutes prior to lunch service $20 and up Overlooking the bay and Alcatraz, and nestled among the fishing boats on Pier 47, this restaurant is popular among local residents and tourists alike for its fresh seafood.

Bars

The Wharf is not particularly well known for its nightlife scene. Most of what is there is of the "smart casual" variety, in restaurant bars and hotel bars. As the Wharf is primarily commercial, and not residential and the clientele consist mostly of either tourists, or workers from the local businesses. There are still some interesting watering holes however, including:

Irishcoffee - A simple meal... an Irish coffee at the Buena Vista Cafe

Buena Vista Cafe | 2765 Hyde Street 37.8065, -122.4207 at Beach Street ☎ +1-415-474-5044 +1-415-474-2207 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 2AM, Saturday to Sunday 8AM Monday - 2AM Entrees $9-17 Famous for its Irish Coffee, supposedly the first to serve it in America, and great views over the bay.

Fiddler's Green - 1333 Columbus Ave 37.8065, -122.4196 between North Point Street and Beach Street ☎ +1-415-441-9758 | Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 2AM daily Irish restaurant featuring live music and DJ's.

Jacks Cannery Bar | 2801 Leavenworth Street 37.8071, -122.4193 at Beach Street ☎ +1-415-931-6400 | Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 2AM daily Opened in 1932. The bar has a 90 foot oak-paneled hall. 110 Colas on tap!

Las Margaritas | Del Monte Plaza, 2nd Level, South Bldg 37.8071, -122.4195Jefferson Street and Leavenworth Street ☎ +1-415-776-6996 | Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 11:30PM daily A Fruit Margarita in the Cannery anyone?

Lou's Fish Shack | louspier47@ 300 Jefferson Street 37.8081, -122.4179 at Al Scoma Way ☎ +1-415-771-LOUS +1-415-771-7060 Opening Hours: Open at 11AM daily Cover Charge: Monday - Th: 4PM Monday - 8PM $3, 8PM Monday - close $5, F: 4PM Monday - 8PM $3, 8PM Monday - close $10, Saturday: 4PM Monday - 8PM $5, 8PM Monday - close $10, Sunday: 4PM Monday - 8PM $3, 8PM Monday - close $5, Saturday noon-3PM show is free Mou's has live Blues music 7 days a week.

Pier 23 Cafe | @.com Pier 23, The Embarcadero 37.8034, -122.4009 north of Filbert Street ☎ +1-415-362-5125 +1-415-362-8138 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 11:30AM Monday - 2AM, Saturday 10AM Monday - 2AM, Sunday 10AM Monday - 10PM Mively and colorful, you can't miss this place on your way down the piers of the Embarcadero. It's part bar, part restaurant, and part cafe — ever popular with local residents, it has an outdoor drinking deck.

Red Jack Saloon | 131 Bay Street 37.8059, -122.4097 at Midway Street ☎ +1-415-989-0700 | Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 2AM daily Dive Bar, set back a few blocks from the Wharf, it's popular with Eastcoasters and Red Sox fans. Cheap drinks and a decent juke box.

Coffee

Ghirardelli Choclaterie and Cafe | Ghirardelli Plaza 37.8057, -122.4223 at Beach Street and Larkin Street ☎ +1-415-474-3938 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30AM Monday - 8PM, Friday 8:30AM Monday - 10PM, Saturday 9AM Monday - 10PM, Sunday 9AM Monday - 8PM Serving premium espresso drinks, pastries, and desserts.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

pricerange|under $200|$200 - 274|$275 and over}} Many of the nation-wide chains have hotels in the area but the prices can be very high, so expect to pay a premium. There are very few budget options here, so if you're traveling on a budget and need somewhere for under $100, you'll have to either go south a bit towards San Francisco/Chinatown-North Beach|North Beach, or west towards the San Francisco/Golden Gate|Marina. Either way you'll just be a 10 minutes or so walk from the action. If you are insistent on staying within the Wharf area, do check for the actual location if you want to be right in Fisherman's Wharf — the names of the accommodations can be confusing.

Wharf Inn | 2601 Mason Street 37.8078, -122.4143 at Beach Street ☎ +1-415-673-7411 +1-415-776-2181 Price $160-195 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: 11AM Small, friendly, and in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. It has free parking.

Mid-range

Best Western Plus Tuscan Inn | 425 North Point Street 37.8062, -122.4140 ☎ +1-415-561-1100 +1-800-648-4626 +1-415-561-1199 Price $180-250 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon

Courtyard Fisherman's Wharf | 580 Beach Street 37.8071, -122.4185 between Mason Street and Taylor Street ☎ +1-415-775-3800 +1-415-441-7307 Price $210-290 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon Part of the Marriott group, this non-smoking, four story hotel is just 2 blocks from Ghirardelli Plaza.

Holiday Inn Express — Fisherman's Wharf | Web: aps-_-ex-_-sfonp res-hiex-@ 550 North Point Street 37.8067, -122.4163 between Jones Street and Taylor Street ☎ +1-415-409-4600 +1-415-409-5111 Price $200-270 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon One of the better rated hotels on the Wharf.

Holiday Inn — Fisherman's Wharf | 1300 Columbus Ave 37.8065, -122.4181 between Jones Street and Leavenworth Street +1-800-942-7348 +1-415-771-7006 Price $220-270 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon Among the cafes, and the vast number of specialty shops in Fisherman's Wharf.

Pier 2620 Hotel Fisherman's Wharf | 2620 Jones Street 37.8056, -122.4165 2 blocks southwest of Pier 39 ☎ +1-415-885-4700 +1-415-771-8945 Price $240-360 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon Non-smoking hotel.

Radisson Hotel Fisherman's Wharf | rhi@ 250 Beach Street 37.8080, -122.4132 between Powell Street and Mason Street ☎ +1-415-392-6700 +1-415-986-7853 Price $190-400 | checkin=4PM / Check-out: noon Nice hotel, centrally located (only two blocks from Pier 39). Heated outdoor swimming pool.

Suites at Fisherman's Wharf | 2655 Hyde Street 37.8055, -122.4206 between Bay Street and North Point Street ☎ +1-415-771-0200 +$175-250 | checkin=4PM / Check-out: 10AM The Suites is a small (24 suites) but comfortable and modern hotel that offers one or two-bedroom floor plans with many amenities.

Argonaut Hotel | 495 Jefferson Street 37.8073, -122.4202 at the end of the Powell-Hyde cable vehicle line and right across from the historical ships, with nautical exhibits next to the lobby ☎ +1-415-563-0800 +1-415-563-2800 Price $250-450 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon A high-end luxury boutique hotel overlooking the bay and very centrally located on the Wharf. Ask for a room away from the front if you mind noise. It's a 100% smoke free environment.

Hyatt Fisherman's Wharf | 555 North Point Street 37.8059, -122.4160 between Jones Street and Taylor Street ☎ +1-415-563-1234 +1-415-486-4444 Price $250-350 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon Modern hotel with full-service and clean and comfortable rooms.

Marriott Fisherman's Wharf | 1250 Columbus Ave 37.8057, -122.4174 between Bay Street and North Point Street ☎ +1-415-775-7555 +1-800-551-6433 +1-415-474-2099 Price $200-300 | checkin=4PM / Check-out: noon 285 rooms and 11 suites.

Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf | 2500 Mason Street 37.8069, -122.4135 at North Point Street ☎ +1-415-362-5500 +1-415-956-5275 Price $230-290 | checkin=3PM / Check-out: noon This hotel is newly renovated and centrally located.

Telecommunications in San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf

The Fisherman's Wharf Deli and Taqueria, listed under the San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf#Eat|Eat section above, has internet facilities. Other options include:

California Welcome Center - Pier 39, B Building-2nd Level 37.8092, -122.4101 ☎ +1-415-981-1280 | Opening Hours: Winter hours: 10AM Monday - 5PM daily. Summer hours: 10AM Monday - 6PM daily $5 for 20 min - In addition to maps and info and the welcome center also offers a computer with internet access.

Stay Safe

Fisherman's Wharf sometimes attracts an unsavory element; with questionable charitable organizations, timeshare marketers, and 'Three Cup Shuffle' scam artists. It's wise to steer clear of these traps, and be mindful of how you spend your money.

Beware of pickpocketing, it is a common occurrence at Fisherman's Wharf. Follow the usual steps for avoiding being pickpocketed, such as keeping your wallet inside your front pocket or an inside jacket pocket.

While not necessarily a danger and the Wharf (being the major tourist destination it is) is home to a huge number of buskers, and some of them get pretty creative in order to coax you out of a few bucks. Particularly well-known is the infamous "Bushman," who sits behind a pair of eucalyptus branches and harmlessly scares passing pedestrians. It's always best to take such antics with a sense of humor — and hey, if you enjoy it, why not drop a few bucks and stick around to see the next unknowing person get scared/entertained?

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San Francisco/Golden Gate|The Marina — If you are interested in boats in general, why not take a 15 minutes walk over through Fort Mason and into the Marina District. There you will find some impressive yacht clubs with both sail and power boats.

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