Fisherman’s Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is one of San Francisco’s most iconic and bustling neighborhoods, known for its waterfront charm and rich maritime history. The area offers a mix of seafood restaurants, tourist shops, and historic landmarks. The stunning views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the massive colony of sea lions who bask on a dock are worth visiting alone.
Things to do and see!
Visit Pier 39 and watch the sea lions at the K-dock.
Walk over to Umbrella Alley, one of the coolest alleyways in San Francisco. A vibrant outdoor art space in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf, known for its colorful installations and murals. Location: 757 Beach Street.
Alcatraz Tour—The tour visits Alcatraz Island and offers a haunting glimpse into its past as a maximum-security prison, with stark cells and chilling tales of infamous criminals, escape attempts, and solitary confinement. From its rooftop, the view of San Francisco feels close yet impossibly out of reach, reflecting the isolation that defined life on “The Rock.” Buy tickets here.
Aquarium by the Bay—for families, nature lovers, and anyone curious about the aquatic life found in San Francisco Bay and beyond. With over 20,000 animals representing more than 250 species, the Aquarium of the Bay offers a unique opportunity to see jellyfish, sharks, river otters, and much more. Buy tickets here.
Blue & Gold Fleet’s Bay Cruise takes you directly underneath the bridge on a smooth, one-hour journey that provides some of San Francisco’s most stunning photo-ops of Alcatraz, the city skyline, and more. And there’s a bar on board, so you can sip while you sail. Buy tickets here.
Visit Ghirardelli Square for chocolate treats.