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Fisherman's Wharf


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #59 of 636 attractions in San Francisco
Traveler Description: Yes, it can be touristy, if you don't know the best places to go.  But, Fisherman's Wharf is San Francisco's most popular attraction for a reason,  so more »
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Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk, Neighborhood, Other
Activities: Dining, Shopping, City walk sightseeing, Drinking
Address: Jefferson Street
Between Hyde and Powell Streets San Francisco, CA 94133
Tel: 415 391 2000 ;888 WHARFSF

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3 of 5 stars
HI_Travel_Bug   87 contributions
Honolulu, HI
Oct 13, 2009

We have been to San Francisco before, so our reason for going back to Fishermans Wharf was to eat. Jefferson Street is lined with many restaurants, all serving up delicious seafood and offering great views of the water. Caution: the sealions can be loud if you decide to dine alfresco, but they were there first! Pier 39 is always fun... more

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3 of 5 stars
richard0837   11 contributions
Great britain
Sep 29, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

Worth gong to for the Sea Lions and other water activities but there were so many people and no space on the trams. more

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4 of 5 stars
FrancesLA   2 contributions
FrancesLA
Aug 16, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Yes, its touristy. Yes, its a bit tacky. But seriously, I loved spending time on Fishermans Wharf!! My husband and I recently visited SF and stayed in a hotel not far from the Wharf, so we spent some time their most days. Its got a great atmosphere and lots to see and do. I would highly recommend spending some time... more

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4 of 5 stars
dkkmclark   38 contributions
Tampa
Aug 15, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Great location to stay for those on vacation wanting to see the city. Lots of attractions and other things to do within walking distance and easy accessibility to the Muni transportation lines. The Wharf offers many restaurants and shops. There are several tours, Segways and bike rentals nearby. more

Fun
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4 of 5 stars
KristyCalgary   10 contributions
Calgary
Jul 5, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We enjoyed shopping and eating on Fisherman's Wharf. There are so many different shops I am not sure we saw them all. There are less crowds in the morning and in the evening. more

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3 of 5 stars
Ferndean   9 contributions
Canada
Jul 4, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We did not schedule a visit to the Wharf, but thought we would stop by to pick up something to eat while waiting for the boat to Alcatraz. A short walk along the Wharf and grabbing a quick bite along the way just enough time for us. It was nice to visit the popular spot to see it for ourselves,... more

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1 of 5 stars
bouncer54   7 contributions
Colorado
Jun 15, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

This restaurant was desperate for customers, a worker there was touting for business outside in the evening and told us we could choose from the lunch menu which suited us. It was 6pm on a Friday night and the place was practically empty. It was very run down and needed gutting and remodelling to be honest. The food was only... more

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4 of 5 stars
TadeuArc   25 contributions
Sao Paulo, Brazil
May 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

As I reviewed in the Cable Cars attraction, I think Fisherman's Wharf is a must see attraction in SF... But of course you have many other places to go and things to do in the city rather than walking here... So go, but don't spend much time! more

Touristy
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3 of 5 stars
pstar_ken   3 contributions
Vancouver, BC
May 28, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

Only reason i went there was for the INnOut burger. Since it is so famous and hyped, you kinda have to go here. highlights are the views of the water and innout. We walked down from here to the Alcatraz ferry pier. Proof that it is too touristy, there is a Gap here. more

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4 of 5 stars
lookingglass101   53 contributions
New Jersey
May 23, 2009

Yes this is a tourist trap but its fun. It has alot of decent souveniors, shops, the sea lions, street performers, the aquarium and many decent restaurants (high priced to cheap eats). This is also where many tour operators work out of and it has great views. If your in San Fransisco you have to spend at least an hour... more

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Fisherman's Wharf Address

Jefferson Street, Between Hyde and Powell Streets, San Francisco, CA 94133
Tel: 415 391 2000 ;888 WHARFSF