Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour

Explore San Francisco’s waterfront on a guided walking tour of Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, and Pier 39. Learn about the area’s history and enjoy stunning views.

Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Aquatic Park - Views of the Bay Area

  • Cable Cars - Learn about the history of this unique transportation system and watch them in action!

  • Ghirardelli Square - Take a picture with the famous sign!

  • Golden Gate Bridge - Stunning views of the bridge, a perfect photo op!

  • The Cannery - Old Del Monte Fruit Cannery. Historic building with restaurants, hotels, shops and activities.

  • Fisherman’s Wharf - Learn about the oldest neighborhood in SF!

  • Musee Mecanique - Take a quick tour in this vintage arcade!

  • USS Pampanito - See an old WWII submarine

  • SS Jeremiah O’Brien - See an old functioning World War II–era naval ship

  • Angel Island Immigration Station - Learn about the Ellis Island of the West! Views from Pier 41 in SF

  • Sea Lion Center - See the sea lions at Pier 39

  • Pier 39 - See the sea lions, hear the history and take in amazing views from this iconic recreation pier.

What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Guide Gratuities (Appreciated)
  • Food or Drinks
Additional Information

Take a special tour of San Francisco’s renowned waterfront attractions such as Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39, with an optional upgrade to include an Alcatraz ticket. Maximize your time and explore more.

Join us on an enlightening 75-minute walk, led by one of our top-rated tour guides, and find yourself swept away by incredible vistas. The tour covers emblematic sights and shares fascinating tales about local phenomena including the gold rush, the cable car infrastructure, earthquakes, and much more.

Location
700 Beach St
Beach Street
Please meet guide in front of the "Welcome to Fisherman's Wharf Sign" by the cable car turnaround
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(43 Ratings)
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Muzo988
Jul 15, 2024
The best Alcatraz Tour prelude - Jamie’s communication skills and knowledge were first rate. He was extremely personable and entertaining. I definitely recommend this tour as a prelude to your Alcatraz visit.
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I9876tumarcusj
Jul 13, 2024
Great walking tour at fisherman’s wharf - Very kind and smart Guide who knows so much and had an superb way to transmit it. He showed us the must sees in this area but the background information and the way he was bringing it to the group was really great.
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Diana_t
Jul 10, 2024
Wonderful and perfectly timed tour - John Hurst gave my husband and daughter a wonderful tour! They learned so much and had an amazing time exploring this area.
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Morgane703
Jun 20, 2024
Worth every cent . Do it again - John was very knowledgeable and entertaining, we tried his recommendations and they were great and fantastic. He was very patience and kind
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Ben_g
Jun 16, 2024
Seth was a great guide! - Seth was an amazing tour guide, very knowledgeable of the history of the area! Would recommend to anyone visiting San Francisco.
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Kateellingson
Jun 14, 2024
Great walking tour! Great info! - This was a great walking tour - so much good information and history and saw a lot of cool things in the area I was staying. Walking around by yourself you just don't know this info or some hidden gem places.
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Pi5_11
Jun 8, 2024
Guided Tour with Jamie - Amazing atmosphere with Jamie! Funny thoughtful and super authentic. We walked through fisherman’s wharf and were left at the entrance to the Alcatraz tour. Jamie provided hints and personal tips- I checked the Ice cream fudge of Ghirardelli!! Worth a try!!
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Karenhr5929ue
May 23, 2024
Walking Tour San Francisco - Met at the very easy to find meet point. The tour lasted approx 1.5 hours ending at Pier 39. Great informative trip - the guide was really knowledgeable on the local area. Nice to get an insight into the history
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Louiset5352yc
May 4, 2024
True Professional - Guide was very knowledgeable and had a wealth of information. Even though it rained he still kept things together. True professional
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Terry_e
Jun 25, 2024
A good intro to Fisherman's Wharf - I was interested in the history of the city and heard a good amount of information and saw some things that I probably would have missed by myself.
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