This place is a haven for fanny-packers. Pier 39 was overcrowded with tourists in the worst way, as was the rest of the area. The shops are commercialized, and there were some very disappointing chain restaurants - why would anyone eat at a lousy nationwide place when they could do it at home? The area is a good area to... more

I would like to think that I'm not a typical English tourist. Hear goes.... I loved Fisherman's Wharf. Of course its touristy, it's supposed to be. Pier 39 was great with its gawdy shops and fast food stands, but thats the way it should be. There is a great atmosphere to the area. Take time to walk around the side... more

This place can easily be bypassed and you won't miss much. If you insist on going, however, know that you will be fighting hordes of tourists all wandering around what is essentially a mall on a pier. Also, on this trip I was quite annoyed to see a homeless man who came up with this schtick to get money from... more

This is only a touristic area, worth a visit. Take a walk around, take a look at the sea lions, visit the aquarium, visit the wax museum, get something to eat, buy an ice cream, and buy some chocolate and souvenirs (Hard Rock Cafe is near if you are a collector). You can find over-priced stores here because of the... more

OK So you've read all these reviews about the Wharf. It's touristy. It's overpriced. It's...(insert your own cliché). I agree to a point. But why exactly are you in SF? My wife and I were on our anniversary and made a few short visits to the Wharf during our 5 day stay and all were very nice. Although there are... more

Tacky does not cover it. However beautiful the views and the novelty of the sea lions, one must deal with the overpriced sea-food restaurants,the hucksters, the tacky t-shirt emporiums ever four feet and the mountains of waste-dump worthy kitsch being sold everywhere. Whatever real charm this area possessed has long vanished in the mists of time trampled to death by... more

I think San Francisco is an amazing city, but I really do not get why this place is hyped up so much. Personally I thought is was touristy, verging on the ketch. The city has much better on offer really: go and have a look but don’t hang around. That said, there are some nice restaurants in the area (although... more

Visted Fishermans Wharf twice while in San Fran. First day was cold and foggy and the place was boring!! Pier 39 was a big tourist trap but still enjoyable. Second day I struck sunshine and it was buzzing with families, friends and strangers. Loads of restaurants and shops and nice to sit and take in the vibe. Yes its a... more

We had a lot of fun at the Wharf! We enjoyed the sea lions and the view of Alcatraz. It was a beautiful sunny day so it was crowded but still a fun day. Lots of restaurant choices and shops. We also stopped by a great little coffee shop. more