We live in the Bay Area, but always bring guests to Pier 39 to have the tourist experience and do some great shopping. Has a great view of Alcatraz which should also not be missed.
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Pier 39
Beach Street & The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Ranked #42 of 347 attractions in San Francisco
419 Reviews
Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Activities: Dining, Shopping
Fee: No
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This third most visited attraction in the U.S. is a hive of activity with rides, entertainment, restaurants, shops and lively street entertainers. You......
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This third most visited attraction in the U.S. is a hive of activity with rides, entertainment, restaurants, shops and lively street entertainers. You can easily hop a ferry across the bay to Alcatraz or Tiburon, but don't miss the celebrated sea lion colony that inhabits the nearby abandoned docks.
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Pleasanton, CA
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Boulder, Colorado, United States
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The Pier is super busy, but there are a lot of cute little stores. It's nice to just browse around, but if you're in a hurry, I wouldn't suggest going.
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Louisville, Kentucky
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This was a very cool place.. So much to see and experience! Lots of little shops, places to eat and relax.. Try the mirror maze, very fun! As a previous review stated, very cold though, bundle up! I had to buy a hoodie there..P.S. Parking is expensive!
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Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
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The Pier is a great place to visit, the Sea Lions are great fun to watch. There is great food on the pier, entertainment and is just a lovely place to visit.
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Pearland
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This is a touristy area but you must see it when in San Francisco. Plenty of shops and eateries. The sea lions are a must. They are entertaining. Parking is challenging. Recommend going early in the day to find good parking. We parked in a parking garage across the street from Pier 39 for $10.00 for all day. It was...
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Montclair, California
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What can you say about Pier 39..? Fantastic tourist shopping, tourist eateries, picture opportunities...just pure tourist fun for everyone!
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San Francisco, California
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SF doesn't seem to me to make the most of its waterfront. Pier 39 didn't do much for me.
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Houston, Texas, United States
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I went in May and didn't realize that when you got closer to the water it is FREEZING!! I went to Pier 39 and there was so many things going on in that area, and the sea lions were AWESOME! So cute! "A must see" while you are there!
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San Francisco, California, United States
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Tons and tons of restaurants, stores & things to check out. The Sea Lions smell but are fun to check out.
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Fresno, California
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If you go to Pier 39, you have to go to the end of the pier behind the restaurants and see the sea lions basking in the sun. They sure do like attention. There are also tons of places to eat and buy souveniers for your friends and family. And if you havn't been to Bubba Gumps, you have to...
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