Things to Do in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco

A tourist attraction with seafood restaurants and shops along the waterfront. The area includes the Aquatic Park Historic District, which reflects its past as a working fishing port.

Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39Viewpoint
Musee MecaniqueFamily Entertainment Center
Aquarium of the BayZoo & Aquarium

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Top things to do in Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39
★ 4.6 · 137.1k
Viewpoint★
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment.
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Musee Mecanique
★ 4.7 · 8.3k
Family Entertainment Center
museum in the United States
Every day
10 AM – 8 PM
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Aquarium of the Bay
★ 4.1 · 6.3k
Zoo & Aquarium
Public aquarium in San Francisco, California, United States
Every day
10 AM – 5 PM
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Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze
★ 4.4 · 854
Historic Landmark
A psychedelic labyrinth on the San Francisco bay.
Every day
10 AM – 9 PM
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Sea Lion Center
★ 4.7 · 7.5k
Waterway
Docks off Pier 39 that are a favorite hangout of hundreds of sunbathing, barking sea lions.
Every day
11 AM – 6 PM
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Boudin Museum and Bakery Tour
★ 4.5 · 513
History Museum
Famed for sourdough since 1849, this California bakery/cafe chain also offers light American bites.
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Pier 45 Seafood
★ 4.6 · 1.2k
Market
Historic working fishing pier known for its 2 World War II-era vessels & antique arcade museum.
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Anchorage Square Mall
★ 4.3 · 4.2k
Shopping Mall
Plaza attached to a hotel has boutiques, gift shops, fast-food venues & sightseeing tour vendors.
Every day
8 AM – 8 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Fisherman's Wharf

Abacá
★ 4.3 · 794
Filipino· $100+
Chef Francis Ang, together with wife and co-owner Dian, sowed the seeds for this ode to Filipino cooking when they founded acclaimed pop-up, Pinoy Heritage.
Mon–Tue
7 AM – 10 AM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Wed
5 PM – 9 PM
Thu–Fri
7 AM – 10 AM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Sat
8 AM – 1:30 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Sun
8 AM – 1:30 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
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Bistro Boudin
★ 4.4 · 18.3k
Bistro· $10–30
Famed for sourdough since 1849, this California bakery/cafe chain also offers light American bites.
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 9 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 9 PM
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Fog Harbor Fish House
★ 4.5 · 10.2k
Seafood· $20–80
Pier 39 seafood institution with fresh fish & scenic views of the bay & Golden Gate Bridge.
Every day
11 AM – 10 PM
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Pier Market
★ 4.4 · 8.6k
Seafood· $20–60
Waterfront seafood restaurant & market offering fresh fish, patio seating & bay views at Pier 39.
Every day
11 AM – 10 PM
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In-N-Out Burger
★ 4.3 · 12.8k
Burgers· $10–20
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
Mon–Thu
10:30 AM – 1 AM
Fri
10:30 AM – 1:30 AM
Sat
10:30 AM – 1:30 AM
Sun
10:30 AM – 1 AM
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The Codmother Fish & Chips
★ 4.5 · 2.4k
Fish & Chips· $10–20
British owners run this food truck that serves fresh fish 'n' chips & other treats.
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 7 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 8 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 8 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 7 PM
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Surisan
★ 4.5 · 2.2k
Korean· $$
Industrial-chic spot for classic American breakfast/brunch dishes & modern Korean dinners.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 1:45 PM, 5 PM – 8:45 PM
Sat
9 AM – 2:45 PM, 5 PM – 8:45 PM
Sun
9 AM – 2:45 PM, 5 PM – 8:45 PM
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Darren's Cafe
★ 4.6 · 996
Diner· $20–30
Bright cafe with American & Asian breakfast/lunch fare such as pancakes, sandwiches, pho & teriyaki.
Mon
7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sun
7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
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