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Pier 39

At the corner of Beach Street and The Embarcadero, San Francisco, California 94133

Featured Review : Pier 39 is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Fisherman’s Wharf area of San Francisco. Many a guidebook looks down its nose at the area in general because it is quite brash and in your face, but I really enjoye...See Full Review

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Pier 39 Reviews

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Pier 39

  • 5 out of 5 stars by dkm1981 from Blackburn, England, United Kingdom
  • November 13, 2011
Pier 39
Quote: Pier 39 is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Fisherman’s Wharf area of San Francisco. Many a guidebook looks down its nose at the area in general because it is quite brash and in your face, but I really enjoyed the lively atmosphere of... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal More things to see in San Francisco

A Sunny Saturday at Pier 39

  • 4 out of 5 stars by azsunluvr from Mesa, Arizona
  • September 6, 2008
A Sunny Saturday at Pier 39
Quote: I've been to Pier 39 many times, but my son was quite young the last time he was there, so I wanted him to have the experience. After a delicious bread bowl of clam chowder from the Boudin Bakery Cafe, we just wandered around. The Candy Baron is a... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal A San Francisco Day Trip

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Pier 39

  • 5 out of 5 stars by dlmcn from Stockton, California
  • December 30, 2007
Pier 39
Quote: Everyone who visits "The City" knows about Fisherman's Wharf and Alcatraz, but spending a few hours on Pier 39 is an activity in itself! My favorite attraction is the collection sea lions (seals don't have ear flaps!) that hang out next to the pier.... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal The City by the Bay

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Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, and Ghirardelli Square

  • 4 out of 5 stars by cindylou11157 from Pottstown, Pennsylvania
  • February 14, 2007
Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, and Ghirardelli Square
Quote: Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, and Ghirardelli Square are all located on the San Francisco Bay and are in walking distance of each other. Fisherman’s Wharf is dotted with restaurants, electronic stores, and T-shirt shops—your usual tourist trap, but... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal A San Francisco Treat

Pier 39

  • 4 out of 5 stars by jj009 from Attica, Kansas
  • October 18, 2006
Pier 39
Quote: This is a great place to spend an afternoon.The shops on the pier are a lot of fun, including a large variety of choices. One can purchase jewelry, clothing, candy and souvenirs with ease. The views from the pier are great. These allow for many... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal Six Months in San Francisco

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Pier 39

  • 4 out of 5 stars by gatmaitan from arlington, Texas
  • August 26, 2006
Quote: I will start out with what not to miss: The Sea Lions who lounge at the pier, the SF Carousel (I rode this as a kid), and a MUST is dinner at Neptune's (I ate there at every special birthday, the view is great). This is a very touristy spot,... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal I Left My Heart in San Fransisco! Along with all..

Fire

  • 3 out of 5 stars by jesvy from San Francisco, California
  • July 20, 2006
Fire
Quote: It's amazing! You can feel the ocean's breeze fall on you. You can lie down in the sand and watch the stars and the full moon. You can have a romantic date when you light a fire. You can go and chase the cold waves. You can do so much there; it's up... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal A Night at the Beach

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Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf

  • 4 out of 5 stars by miadelie from Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • May 19, 2006
Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf
Quote: If there is one thing in San Francisco that screams tourist, it is Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf. Yet, it has to be one of my favorite things to do in this fishy city. Fisherman's Wharf is perfect for the seafood lover, with fresh seafood in the... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal Fresh & Fishy San Francisco!

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Pier 39 - Sea Lions

  • 5 out of 5 stars by hellotmf from Hollywood, Florida
  • April 2, 2006
Pier 39 - Sea Lions
Quote: California sea lions can be found along the Pacific Coast from Vancouver to the southern tip of the Baja peninsula. Historically it was not unusual for sea lions to occasionally dock themselves in and around San Francisco Bay’s Fisherman's Wharf. ... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal San Francisco, CA

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Pier 39, Fishermans Wharf

  • 3 out of 5 stars by kustom57 from Turlock, California
  • March 11, 2006
Pier 39, Fishermans Wharf
Quote: This is about the Pier 39 and Fishermans Wharf area of San Francisco. The Fishermans Wharf area is filled with many people bustling around trying to find such goods as freshly baked sourdough bread from Boudins Bakery, fresh clam chowder from the... Read the full Pier 39 review

From journal San Francisco on a Budget