Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf is a neighborhood and popular tourist attraction in San Francisco, California. It roughly encompasses the northern waterfront area of San Francisco from Ghirardelli Square or Van Ness Avenue east to Pier 35 or Kearny Street.

San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf gets its name and neighborhood characteristics from the city's early days of the mid to later 1800s when Italian immigrant fishermen came to the city by the bay to take advantage of the influx of population due to the gold rush.

Other attractions in Fisherman's Wharf area are the Hyde Street Pier (part of the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park), the USS Pampanito, a decommissioned World War II era submarine, and the Balclutha, a 19th-century cargo ship. Nearby Pier 45 has a chapel in memory of the "Lost Fishermen" of San Francisco and Northern California.

Location

San Fransico, California
USA

Getting There

Here are some possible ways to get there:

By car: You can reach Fisherman's Wharf by car via several major highways, including US-101 and CA-280. There are several parking lots and garages near the wharf that offer hourly and daily parking rates, although parking in the area can be expensive and limited.

By public transportation: You can also reach the wharf by taking public transportation. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Muni) has several bus and streetcar lines that serve the area, including the F Market & Wharves historic streetcar. Additionally, the Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason cable car lines terminate near the wharf.

By bike or foot: If you're in the downtown San Francisco area, you can easily walk or bike to Fisherman's Wharf. There are several bike racks located near the wharf.

It's important to note that Fisherman's Wharf can get very crowded, especially during peak tourist season, and parking can be limited. It's recommended to use public transportation or to arrive early to find parking. Additionally, there are several attractions and restaurants in the area, and it's recommended to plan your visit accordingly.

Nearby Airports

This is a list of primary airports in California that have scheduled passenger service on commercial airlines.