Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 in San Francisco CA
C-Two welcomes you stay at one of our unique and affordable hotels near Fishermans Wharf San Francisco. Known for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, spectacular sights and unique shopping, Fisherman’s Wharf offers a wide array of things for everyone to do.
Fishermans Wharf attractions start with San Francisco’s fishing fleet, docked on the Jefferson Street promenade. Take an early morning stroll down “Fish Alley” (Jefferson between Hyde and Jones) to view the fishermen at work. From the Fishermans Wharf and Pier 39 location, you will see some of the most incredible views of the San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the cityscape.
Family entertainment is the specialty at Fishermans Wharf and Pier 39 San Francisco CA. Attractions include the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum and the Red & White Fleet, offering bay cruises with award-winning narration in six languages. View lifelike renditions of Hollywood celebrities and world leaders, and explore the Chamber of Horrors at the Wax Museum. And don’t forget Ghirardelli Square. This world-famous chocolate factory is now an open-air center filled with specialty shops, international restaurants, an ice cream parlor, and displays of the original chocolate-making machines.
If you get hungry, you’ll find out why Fisherman’s Wharf is famous for its Italian seafood restaurants with waterfront views. Vendors along Jefferson Street sell Dungeness crab from steaming cauldrons, walkaway seafood cocktails and clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl, a signature San Francisco dish. Boudin Museum & Bakery boasts a compelling array of historic photos, artifacts and interactive exhibits that detail the history, art and science behind the original San Francisco Sourdough. You can experience San Francisco’s authentic maritime history at the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, which extends from Aquatic Park to Hyde Street Pier, the only floating National Park.
PIER 39, a renovated cargo pier, offers two levels of specialty shops and destination dining, including Pier Restaurants and Hard Rock Cafe. Aquarium of the Bay and Turbo Ride (a simulation theatre) are popular family attractions located on the pier. The famous sea lions make their home on K-Dock (seasonal), one of the most visited spots in the Fishermans Wharf and Pier 39 location.
Other Fishermans Wharf attractions at Pier 39 include:
- The San Francisco Carousel
- Riptide Arcade, the largest in San Francisco
- Blue & Gold Fleet Bay cruises
- City tours
- Street performers at the PIER's Crystal Geyser alpine spring water Center Stage
Book your stay at one of C-Two’s boutique hotels near Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf.
