Fisherman’s Wharf and other San Francisco, CA Things to Do Tips

Cloudy sky in the morning

Treat yourself to fresh seafood at one of the many restaurants on the waterfront or at one of the "walkaway stands" that line the sidewalks, and enjoy the shows put on by the street performers and the seals.

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Phone: (415) 626-7070
Address: Shoreline near Jefferson between Powell and Hyde
Directions: Fisherman’s Wharf is located on the north side of San Francisco and is made up of a number of piers that extend into the Bay.
Website: http://www.fishermanswharf.org/

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Cable Cars/Museum: San Francisco Cable Car

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Written by K.Knight

on Jul 20, 2004

Great view of the Bay

Take the Cable Car from Fishermans Wharf to the city.
The Powell-Mason line begins at Bay Street at Fisherman's Wharf , and the line runs from there up and over Nob Hill and down to the Powell/ Market turntable.

Tickets can be purchased at turnarounds or from the conductor as you board.
COST.....$3.00 each way per adult or $9.00 for an all day pass

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Things To Do: Newspaper stands

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Written by K.Knight

on Jul 20, 2004

Paper mate!!!

Dotted around the city are these newspaper stands...Nothing special for locals but something different for an Aussie!

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Things To Do: Speak with the locals - They have all the info.

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Updated by K.Knight

on Jan 5, 2005

Look what I found! Can I keep him?

Can I? Huh? Huh

In the city we were speaking with the local "Law and Order", well..Anne was! The local police were full of great information and tips on how to see local attractions. I tried to persuade this police officer to take Anne in but he advised me that HE had done nothing to deserve that!!!!!

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Lombard Street: Walk or drive down Lombard Street

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Written by K.Knight

on Jul 20, 2004

America's crookedest street

Lombard Street is America's crookedest street. The steep, hilly street was created with sharp curves to switchback down the one-way hill past beautiful Victorian mansions. The street is paved with bricks and is an amazing site to see.
To get to Lombard Street, take the Hyde Street Cable Car line, which stops on the crest. From this beautiful vantage point, you can also see down Hyde Street to Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz and the rest of the Bay. Looking east, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, and the Bay Bridge present a breathtaking sight.

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Address: Lombard Street. Descent begins at Hyde Street.

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Lombard Street: Lombard street - The best place to photograph

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Updated by K.Knight

on Mar 19, 2009

Cars, cars and more cars.

The best place to photograph the street, is from Leavenworth Street, at the bottom - looking up. You will see cars headed down slowly, daring souls walking up, and down the sides, while the flowers and buildings provide dazzling color. It is truly an incredible sight.
In the spring Lombard Street is alive with color, as the chrysanthemums provide a breathtaking carpet of colour.

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Address: Lombard Street. Descent begins at Hyde Street.

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Pier 39: Pier 39 sea lions

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Updated by K.Knight

on Jul 21, 2004

Great to watch.

Our favorite thing about Fisherman's Wharf were the sea lions that inhabit Pier 39. Hidden on the left side of Pier 39's shopping mall are hundreds of sea lions sun. An Alcatraz tour worker told us that these sea lions apeared here after the 1906 earthquake, relocating from the other side of the bay. I don't know if this is true or not???
These locals have taken over a marina that held boats and are an incredible natural attraction. Many people crowd around to see the sea lions, but many others never even realize they are there because they are well hidden on the left hand side of the pier.
When you visit the wharf, don't miss the sea lions!

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Alcatraz: Alcatraz - The aproach

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Written by K.Knight

on Jul 20, 2004

Alcatraz Island

A "must see" San Francisco attraction. The boat ride to this former high-security prison provides excellent views of Alcatraz Island.

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Phone: Blue & Gold (415) 705-5555
Address: In the middle of San Fracisco Bay
Directions: Alcatraz is reached by ferries of the Blue and Gold fleet from Pier 41
Website: http://www.nps.gov/alcatraz

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Alcatraz: Alcatraz - The warning!

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Written by K.Knight

on Jul 20, 2004

Pass my ass, we have a ticket!!

Alcatraz Island was originally occupied by the military as a fort; followed by an army prison camp (where the prisoners created the jails that held them); then as the famous "prison within the prison system" where the nation's worst criminals were sent; then as the site of a Native American peace community; and now it is part of the Golden Gate National recreation area.

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Phone: Blue & Gold (415) 705-5555
Address: In the middle of San Fracisco Bay
Directions: Alcatraz is reached by ferries of the Blue and Gold fleet from Pier 41
Website: http://www.nps.gov/alcatraz

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Alcatraz: Alcatraz - Broadway.

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Updated by K.Knight

on Jul 21, 2004

Broadway.