Attractions at Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf has many unique, interesting and fun attractions that can only be found in the legendary City by the Bay. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy.
While some attractions have a fee, there are a number of free attractions to enjoy as you walk through our Wharf neighborhood. You can see the world famous sea lions at PIER 39, or visit the Maritime Museum. Take a stroll through Aquatic Park and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Go to Fish Alley at the crack of dawn and check out the freshest seafood as it literally is transported from the fishing boats to vendors and at wholesalers throughout the Wharf.
Because Fisherman's Wharf has so much to see and do, visitors are recommended to plan accordingly (spread your visit over multiple days, or stay in a Fisherman's Wharf area hotel). You can also purchase tickets to many Fisherman's Wharf attractions in advance.
Experience the thrill of a roller coaster and the excitement of an interactive shooting gallery –all without leaving your seat in our state of the art digital theater with surround sound, 3D effects and the newest in laser technology. Compete to achieve the highest score in the t ...
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No trip to San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf is complete without a trip to Alcatraz Island. From the many vantage points along the piers at The Wharf, you’ll be able to see some remarkable views of this 22-acre island. So get your camera and be prepared to shoot some great photos ...
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Alioto-Lazio is one of the last family-owned and operated fishing companies in San Francisco. Their company has a rich history that reflects the true flavor of Fisherman’s Wharf. Their Grandfather, Tom Lazio, demanded top quality, freshness and reliability and that legacy is cont ...
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Amusing America is the story of participatory commercial amusements in American cities - San Francisco in particular - and how they changed American life. This free attraction at Fisherman’s Wharf invites residents and visitors to take a roller coaster ride into history. From the ...
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Visit San Francisco’s only aquarium dedicated to the marine animals that live in San Francisco Bay and nearby waters. Walk through 300 ft. of crystal clear tunnels filled with sharks, rays and more than 20,000 other denizens of the deep—it’s like skin diving without getting wet. ...
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www.aquariumofthebay.org/bay-theater
Aquarium of the Bay runs the Bay Theater, located adjacent to its entrance on PIER 39. The Bay Theater hosts a full line-up of daily film programs and an array of special events. Daily film programs feature award-winning documentaries, animated shorts and beyond, on ocean-lover f ...
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Come try Frequent Flyers - a fun-filled bungee trampoline for all ages. Participants can safely jump up to 20 feet in the air and try their hand at some aerial acrobatics. Jumpers must be at least 30 pounds and under 230 pounds. Admission is $10 per session. For further informati ...
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www.madametussauds.com/SanFrancisco/
Fisherman's Wharf's newest attraction! Experience the World Famous Madame Tussauds from London! No ropes or barriers – get close to your favorite stars! Photograph and mingle with A-Listers, challenge your sports heroes, hop on stage with your favorite pop stars and get up close ...
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www.magowansinfinitemirrormaze.com
Experience amazing fun for the whole family at Magowan’s Infinite Mirror Maze! Challenge yourself to find your way through the infinite hallways, endless circles and dead-ends of the most fascinating maze in San Francisco.
Street performers are multi-talented tricksters, magicians, jugglers and comedians entertain PIER 39 visitors daily at the Crystal Geyser ALPINE SPRING WATER Stage. Guests marvel as these zany performers bring laughter and cheer to thousands! Shows are weather-permitting and free ...
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www.pier39.com/home/attractions/on-the-pier/musical-stairs/
Make your own music on PIER 39's Musical Stairs, the interactive art exhibit presented by Artist Remo Saraceni, creator of the musical stairs in the Tom Hank's movie, "Big". To enjoy the music, please take a walk up (or down) these magical stairs.
Players Sports Grill & Arcade, located at the Bay end of The PIER, boasts 12,000 square feet of dining, games, drinks and bay views. Players has that familiar sports bar buzz with 200+ live sports feeds from around the globe on 30 screens, 16 taps of beer, a great bar menu and de ...
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Experience the strange, the unusual, and the unbelievable! See in person the incredible “Believe It or Nots” you’ve read about and seen on television. With more than 70 new interactive and hands-on exhibits, San Francisco’s Believe It or Not! is the most interactive Odditorium in ...
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The San Francisco Carousel, handcrafted in Italy, is intricately hand-painted and depicts famous San Francisco landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Chinatown, Lombard Street, Alcatraz and the popular California sea lions at PIER 39. It is the only carousel in ...
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The San Francisco Dungeon brings Old San Francisco to life with a theatrical cast, special effects, gripping storytelling and an underground boat ride.
The San Francisco Dungeon is NOT your usual visitor attraction. The San Francisco Dungeon provides an exciting mix of 9 live ac ...
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Located at the west end of Fisherman's Wharf, Hyde Street Pier is home to the fleet of historic landmark vessels in the collection of the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, which is a unit of the National Park System. For a modest admission fee, visitors can board t ...
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Across the street from Ghirardelli Square, in the beautiful setting of Aquatic Park, the historic Maritime Museum building looks out over San Francisco Bay, with sweeping views from the Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz Island. Built in 1938 as a WPA economic recovery project, the m ...
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nps.gov/safr/planyourvisit/the-visitor-center.htm
The San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park's Visitors Center, housed in its 1908 historic brick cannery warehouse at the corner of Jefferson and Hyde Streets (also home to the Argonaut Hotel), is filled with interesting maritime interpretative material and unusual maritime ...
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One of San Francisco’s most popular attractions just got bigger: the Sea Lion Center is now open at PIER 39! The Sea Lion Center, operated and managed by Aquarium of the Bay, is a hub for all things sea lion, including interactive displays, educational videos and many fascinating ...
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The sea lions camped out in PIER 39's West Marina have been endearingly coined, "Sea Lebrities." These boisterous barking pinnipeds started arriving in droves, taking over the docks in January 1990 shortly after the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. At first they numbered from 10-50, ...
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