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Things to do in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco

14 places in Fisherman's Wharf from 8 San Francisco travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

14 places

  1. Fisherman's Wharf

    Neighborhood · Fisherman's Wharf

    A busy, touristy waterfront area with seafood restaurants, bakeries, souvenir shops and attractions.

  2. Ghirardelli Square

    Shopping · Fisherman's Wharf

    A historic chocolate factory complex with old buildings, the famous sign, and rich ice cream.

  3. Musée Mécanique

    Museum · Fisherman's Wharf

    A collection of antique coin-operated arcade games and mechanical shows that are still playable.

  4. Pier 39

    Landmark · Fisherman's Wharf

    A pier at the eastern end of Fisherman's Wharf, famous for its resident sea lions.

  5. Boudin Bakery

    Restaurant · Fisherman's Wharf

    A historic sourdough bakery on Fisherman's Wharf, best known for clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl.

  6. Buena Vista Cafe

    Bar · Fisherman's Wharf

    Century-old institution credited with introducing Irish coffee to the US, packed from open to close.

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  7. San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

    Historic site · Fisherman's Wharf

    A National Park Service site with a half-dozen restored historic ships that visitors can board and explore.

  8. Aquarium of the Bay

    Activity · Fisherman's Wharf

    Aquarium on Pier 39 showcasing marine life of the San Francisco Bay.

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6 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Surisan

    Restaurant · Fisherman's Wharf

    Korean fusion restaurant at Fisherman's Wharf serving an excellent breakfast.

  2. Scoma's

    Restaurant · Fisherman's Wharf

    Upscale-casual waterfront seafood restaurant with its own fishing boat serving the catch of the day.

  3. The Franciscan Crab Restaurant

    Restaurant · Fisherman's Wharf

    Seafood restaurant on the waterfront known for crab.

  4. Fisherman's Wharf Crab Stands

    Street food · Fisherman's Wharf

    Row of seafood stands across from Boudin that boil fresh crab, lobster and shellfish to order.

  5. Palette Tea House

    Restaurant · Fisherman's Wharf

    A dim sum restaurant in Ghirardelli Square, known for colourful dumplings.

  6. Cartoon Art Museum

    Museum · Fisherman's Wharf

    Museum dedicated to cartoon and comic art.