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 The Rock |
Pier 39 The Embarcadero & Powell Street San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 705 5555 http://www.nps.gov/alcatraz/ |
No longer a prison for some of America's most dangerous offenders, Alcatraz is part of the National Park Service and is a must-see for visitors to the city. Once on the island, you will certainly be captivated by its history and its incredible beauty. Take your camera because regardless of the view, a photo opportunity awaits. Also, dress in layers (even during the summer months) because the island can be breezy and inside the prison walls it is cold and damp. If you want to scare your kiddies into good behavior, there is a cellhouse audio tour of Alcatraz; for more info check out the website. Ferries to Alcatraz depart from Pier 33, run by Alcatraz Cruises. See website for up-to-date schedule and complete visitation particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luxury at Fisherman's Wharf |
495 Jefferson Street (at Hyde Street) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 800 790 1415 / +1 415 563 0800 http://www.argonauthotel.com/ |
The Kimpton Group took this historic building – originally a fruit cannery built in 1907 - in San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and turned it into a world-class luxury hotel. The Argonaut Hotel proudly wears its red brick walls and bright and unique nautical décor. Business travelers will enjoy the wireless high-speed internet access in all public areas and meeting spaces within the hotel, a broadband connection in the room and a keyboard and internet access via the flat screen television. For families, you can play your own DVDs inside the room to keep the kids quiet. Located within the Argonaut Hotel is the award-winning Blue Mermaid Chowder House, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Depending on where your room is, you'll have a view of the wharf and either the Golden Gate Bridge or Alcatraz Island. And when it's time to turn in, you will find your bed extremely inviting with its goose down comforter and plush pillows. The Argonaut's luxury is something you cannot find anywhere else at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tours up, down & across the Bay |
Pier 41, Marine Terminal Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 705 8200 / +1 415 705 5555 (Tickets) http://www.blueandgoldfleet.com/ |
This is one of the most popular ferry services in the Bay Area, serving thousands of tourists and locals each year. Turn to them for a cruise around the San Francisco Bay, a trip to Alcatraz, or transportation to an amusement park in Vallejo. Some other tours offered go to attractions like Yosemite, Monterey, Carmel, the wine country, Angel Island, Muir Woods, Tiburon and Sausalito. Call +1 415 705 5555 for ticket sales. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tourist Hot Spot |
The Embarcadero (between Hyde and Powell streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 956 3493 / +1 415 974 6900 http://www.fishermanswharf.org/ |
Fisherman's Wharf remains one of San Francisco's most popular tourist destinations. The Wharf consists of a long, coast side row of seafood restaurants, street vendors, souvenir stores, and beautiful ocean scenery. Fisherman's Wharf was originally a major fishing pier, and although the fishing industry is still alive today, the main focus of this specific coastal area is its historic tourist attractions. Parking is limited on the Wharf itself so parking downtown or taking a cable car to the Wharf is recommended. Ferry rides are offered for those who would like to visit Marin County. There are numerous attractions and great places to eat (see the other entries for Tourist Attractions and Fisherman Wharf restaurants). Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers, even during summer months, the breeze off the ocean can be quite chilling. And take your camera. The photo opportunities are fabulous. And don't forget to visit the barking sea lions at Pier 39. The kids will love them, guaranteed! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 A history of sailing |
P.O. Box 470310 Maritime Park Association San Francisco, CA 94147 United States +1 415 561 6662 http://www.maritime.org |
Due to much needed restoration, this landmark is closed until 2009. Located across from Ghirardelli Square and housed in a 1930s building that resembles a ship, this museum chronicles maritime history with photographs, miniature models of Navy ships and passenger lines, and fascinating interactive exhibits. The Steamship Room details the evolution of wind-to-steam power. On display is the Mermaid, a one-man sailboat that carried a solo adventurer across the Pacific from Japan in 94 days. Admission: museum is free; USD5 for ships; cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fisherman's Wharf shopping |
Beach Street & The Embarcadero San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 981 7437 http://www.pier39.com |
This San Francisco landmark features some of Fisherman's Wharf's best shopping and attractions. Ride the carousel or watch the sea lions. There are more than 25 one-of-a-kind gift stores that carry automobile, Hollywood, and rock 'n' roll memorabilia, as well as flags of the world, Russian dolls, collectible knives, hammocks, kites, and more. But that's not all. You will find more than 30 more stores, including the famous Na Hoku to shop for clothing, jewelry and toys. It is a great place to pick up high-end San Francisco souvenirs. Credit card acceptance varies by store. Pier 39 is a magnet for locals and tourists for many reasons, including their nearly year-round calendar of special attractions for the whole family like the Tulipmania tulip festival held in late February on both levels of pier 39. For more information, visit the website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New and vintage posters |
2801 Leavenworth Street The Cannery San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 771 3576 http://www.printstore.com/ |
M.C.Escher, Graciela Rodo Boulanger, Peter Brager and Toulouse-Lautrec are just a sample of the artists you can expect to find featured at this Fisherman's Wharf print shop. Located within a historical attraction, The Cannery, a family-owned store specializes limited edition posters and offers customized framing services. Find a variety of crate label posters, vintage product posters and prints showcasing San Francisco landscapes such as Lombard Street, the Golden Gate Bridge and The City's skyline. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unbelievable oddities |
175 Jefferson Street (between Taylor and Mason streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 771 6188 http://www.ripleysf.com/ |
Santa Rosa native Robert Ripley, born in 1893, became an internationally famous traveler, artist, and storyteller known as a collector of the world's most unusual oddities. At the San Francisco museum that bears his name, you can view exhibits of Ripley's early cartoons, see Believe It or Not! collections, and buy collector's books, CD-ROMS, and videos of Ripley's greatest works. From weird inventions to human abnormalities to an eight-foot cable car made of matchsticks, it is believe it is entertaining for people of all ages. Admission: $9.95 adults; $6.95 kids 6-12 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National Liberty Ship memorial |
Pier 45 at Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco, CA 94111 United States +1 415 544 0100 / +1 415 544 0101 http://www.ssjeremiahobrien.org/ |
This is a World War II Liberty Ship open to the public. It is one of only two fully restored, operating ships out of 2,710 that were used during the war. In addition to being available for private parties, the ship conducts San Francisco Bay cruises in May and October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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City Splash-down Tour |
The Anchorage Mall @ Fisherman's Wharf 2800 Leavenworth St San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 435 3825 http://www.bayquackers.com |
Take one lively veteran, a large WWII amphibious landing craft, and about 90 minutes, what do you get? Well if you said a re-creation of D-Day you should brush up on your history. San Francisco now has what has been popular in many different cities along waterlines and coastlines - the Duck Tour! Taken from a refurbished military amphibious transport truck (DUKW), the tour cruises around Fisherman's Wharf through Chinatown and North Beach, across Market St., into SoMa, and then splashes into the bay for a tour to explore this wonderful city in a way very few can. Despite the endless duck jokes and being stuck in traffic (the 5pm tour is not recommended), you can be rest assured that your Duck tour will be informative, humorous, and eventful. When you plunge into the water behind AT&T Park, the Duck takes you around the cargo ship James Martin to a spectacular view of downtown San Francisco and the ballpark all the while discovering interesting facts and secrets about some of San Francisco's most famous attractions. You even get to listen to a few big band tunes if you're lucky. Needless to say, the Duck gets quite a lot of attention and comments from onlookers on the street, but with a few repetitive "quack, quack's" from the captain and the crew, they are usually silenced into confusion and you can be on your way. Tours leave daily, every two hours from 11a to 7p from the Anchorage Mall at Leavenworth and Beach Streets. Be sure to ask for special offers and discounts regarding large groups. - Casey Doward Prices: Adults $35, Children $25, Seniors, $32. Tickets can be purchased from the Anchorage Kiosk on Leavenworth. Discounts: Families (2 Adults, 2 Children) - $100 Adult Group (20 or more) - $30 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Say hello to the sea lions! |
Beach Street & The Embarcadero San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 705 5500 / +1 415 289 7325 (Marine Mammal Center) http://www.pier39.com/entertai... |
January 19th, 2006 marked the sixteenth anniversary of the sea lions' arrival at Pier 39! These adorable creatures flocked here after the 1989 earthquake and the population has grown ever since. Every winter the number increases to almost 900, thanks to the availability of space and ample food. Although some of the sea lions choose to migrate in the summer, a group of them decide to stay back at Pier 39! You can bring your kids over for free educational talks by the Marine Mammal Center, held on weekends year-round provided the weather is good. Call the numbers listed for further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Segway Tour |
757 Beach St San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 474 3130 / +1 877 474 3130 http://www.electrictourcompany... |
Experience the beautiful sights of the San Francisco waterfront on your own Segway. A platform perched on two wheels, the Segway system has a patented gyroscope balancing system, enabling the standing rider to maneuver by tilting forward or backwards while using the steering control on the left handlebar to turn. Guided three-hour tours take you from Fisherman's Wharf to Maritime Park, Marina Green and the Palace of Fine Arts at up to 8 mph. Each tour begins with a short training session and then its off to the roads and bike trails along the Bay for amazing views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the city. For all tours, a helmet and safety vest are provided and required to wear. Each tour is $65 per person and is limited to ten riders. This Segway tour is ideal for families, visitors and even residents of San Francisco to take in the beauty of the City by the Bay via one of the most unique and innovative modes of transportation around. There are also tours available across the bay in beautiful Sausalito, daily 11:30a and 2:30p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular views in California's premium wine region |
2627 Taylor Street ( at North Point Street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 888 868 7788 / +1 415 777 2286 http://www.supersightseeing.com/ |
This tour to Napa Valley is a great opportunity to experience rolling fields of grapes and excellent wines at several of the top wineries. Starting at Kirkland Ranch, you can sit back and enjoy the wine while over looking Jamieson Canyon. Next is Bartoluccci Winery, founded in 1922, which will show you true traditional wine making. Following, you will take a short drive through a beautiful landscape including fields of grapes to Viansa Winery and the Italian market place, which is on the edge of the Sonoma Valley Wine Country. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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