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Pier 39
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Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco
"sea lions, alcatraz, clam chowder, beautiful weather, touristy"(77 Tips)
"Awesome view of Alcatraz."(13 Tips)
"I love the seals and live entertainment."(13 Tips)
"The clam soup is a must!"(14 Tips)
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Stephanie BonoJuly 24, 2017Super crowded and touristy, but you can find a restaurant wth good views and I highly recommend Trish's mini donuts.
Nile UmiMay 19, 2010sea lions! there is a place that you can join going to fishing near by if you get early enough. i think it was only 20 or less to go. Also for 15 you can cruise. about 1hr or less ride. nice stuff
Kate SchreckDecember 15, 2015Covered in sea lions and tourists pretty much daily! If you want some delicious chowder ya gotta go here though!
PoojaMay 23, 2014Breezy in the summer, cold in the winter but still a great place to hangout and enjoy flavored popcorn and icecream
Vicki KolovouNovember 18, 2018Nice place to stroll through with a large variety of places to grab a bite.
Brenda GuzmanNovember 13, 2016My favorite place, for relax this is perfect, Entertainment distractions and food in general.
Bring an appetite. Lots of good places to grab a bite down here.
Luke HuelskampJuly 15, 2020Amazing views and good and vibes. Tourists everywhere. Always meeting new people when I go.
Mohammed Al-ManeaJuly 9, 2018Perfect Amazing Spot to spend all day with the kids. Restaurants and shops are lovely
Dieter PeetersOctober 8, 2013A must-see in SF! Some nice shops & good restaurants. Don't forget to visit the sea lions.
Karim SolteroFebruary 10, 2020I loved pier 39. We purchased sweaters. Had clamp soup. And have a wonderful time.
Westfield San Francisco CentreJuly 11, 2012Come rock through the decades of San Francisco history in our free 3D light spectacular at Westfield San Francisco Centre on 865 Market Street starting at 5 pm daily through September 3, 2012!
KathyMarch 24, 2013Wake up early to avoid crowds and catch a glimpse of the wharf and sea lions by the platform. Picturesque views!
- Melanie GeorgeJanuary 20, 2015Hubby and I had so much fun here. Great restaurants, vendors and sublime scenery.
Lina LimNovember 28, 2018Big bus states last bus from here is 7.04pm... is a big lie! Last bus from union square is 5pm so no guarantee u will see a bus at 7pm here...
Jose "JR" VazquezApril 21, 2012Yeah, its a tourist trap, but its my kind of trap! Still love the pier, nice shops, lots of chocolate. 3D Rides are always fun, and its fairly safe even at night.
Peter den HartogNovember 14, 2017Tourist place but oh so fun! Check out the sea lions in the back and enjoy a overpriced corn dog.
Jorge MadrigalOctober 18, 2014Great place to get some cocktails and have a nice dinner, pretty crowd too.
Daria SchubertJanuary 18, 2012Make sure to visit the sea lions on the NW corner of the pier! Their antics will keep you engaged for hours.
Benjy WeinbergerAugust 3, 2018Embrace the tackiness and you'll find yourself having a good time, no matter how uncool you think it all is.
Brian NguyenJanuary 22, 2011The best clam chowder in a bowl is the first one you see on the right. Don't bother trying the other ones. They might all look the same, but they don't taste it.
Abood AbussaudApril 8, 2015One of the most beautiful and alive areas of San Francisco.. many great restaurants, and attractions
Kari PettitOctober 7, 2015Nice place. Bartender was very friendly! Hard to find though. It's upstairs.
BoatUSApril 14, 2013BoatUS Members receive discounts at Pier 39! For more information or to join BoatUS, the nation’s largest recreational boating association, ask a staff member.
Andrew CJuly 4, 2016Supposedly this pier is known for hundreds of seals, but in early July there's only a few can be seen and not worth walk all the way up to here
Nicole PhillipsSeptember 7, 2013For the natives head to the dock g for some awesome views of the new Eastern Span of the Bay Bridge. Bonus: the tourists don't flood this area!
Tom CoatesApril 4, 2018I don’t know really what to say. Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf May have been cool tourist destinations once but now they’re tourist traps. Only good for seeing the seals
Dianne Michelle CatapangMay 12, 2013Great view of Alcatraz island from Neptune Seafood restaurant...love the place!
Danica KumlerAugust 9, 2013San Francisco's Best Stop! Tasty Food, Views, Live Music, Shopping, Countless Things To Do! Oh && [Bush-Man]
Joshua ChaneyMarch 15, 2015Great nightlife! Can busy busy though! Try Crab House and see the Sea Lions!
Gabriel CarmoSeptember 12, 2014Great view of the entire bay. There are lots of sea lions over there!
Hayley MillerMarch 10, 2012Go and see the sea lions as the end of the pier! Dont rider the carousel - its too expensive, Take the kids to golden gate park and ride it there - way cheaper.
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From amazing views and a sea of sea lions to chowder bread bowls and California wines, your visit to San Francisco starts at PIER 39.
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- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
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"They don't smell the best but go during the week and off season for tourists. They're super cute and sometimes a little loud. Can be crowded but worth it!"
Shawna Marie - 7.8
"Good service! The 3 cheese burger was delish! Add bacon ftw."
Sean Miller - 8.3
"Great spot with amazing view near the window. Seafood is good."
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