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Fisherman's Wharf

Jefferson Street, Between Hyde and Powell Streets, San Francisco, CA 94133
415 391 2000 ;888 WHARFSF
As featured in 3 days in San Francisco
Ranked #57 of 347 attractions in San Francisco
4.0 of 5 stars 603 Reviews
Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks, Neighbourhoods
Activities: Dining, Shopping, City walk sightseeing, Drinking
Fee: No
Traveller Description: Yes, it can be touristy, if you do not know the best places to go.  But, Fisherman's Wharf is San Francisco's most popular attraction for a reason... more »
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Sydney, Australia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Yes, it's touristy, but the atmosphere is fun. Check out Boudin's Bakery, try a clam chowder, give a wave to the sealions and take a wander through the shops. A fun and entertaining way to fill a few hours before checking out Alcatraz. A good, fun day out. More

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South Jersey
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112 reviews 112 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Prior to visiting San Francisco my wife and I did significant research , she with Travel Guides,while I used Trip Advisor to decide where we should stay in San Francisco.. Despite the touristy reputation (which is not problematic for us as we live in the Atlantic City area) we opted to stay in Fisherman's Wharf and use public transport to... More

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london
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

what a dump! dirty, touristy and disgusting. With the amount of money generated by visiting tourists SF council can afford to invest in a clean up and a decent revamp. Overall, the City is disappointing, the hype does not live up to the reality. There are far nicer, more genuine places to visit in the US, I won't be recommending... More

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Guayaquil, Ecuador
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

A nice view of the bay, many places to eat and shop, and the visit to Alcatraz is a must do! I enjoyed every step i made through Fishermans Wharf. More

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UK
Top Contributor
72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Slightly dissapointed by this place, its always mentioned in all the guide books but in reality it serves two purposes, its a gateway to the bay and a tacky tourist centre with little appeal or recognition to San Francisco itself. From what I saw, the restaurants were of average quality, aimed at the one time visitor and the shops much... More

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San Francisco, California
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Fishermans Wharf is known worldwide but based on several visits over the past 30 years I think the magic is definitely gone and there is a need for a real make over for the whole place. Things you see and do there are expensive and tacky and the opportunity to enjoy the public spaces is curtailed by the dubious characters... More

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Ca
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Very crowded but still enjoyed visiting. lots of shopping can be done here and plenty of places to eat. If you park in the garage you can get one hour discounted by eating at bubba gumps! More

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San Francisco, California
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97 reviews 97 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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This is on everyone's to do list as tourists to San Francisco, but it is over run with people and has just a little charm left. The Boudin bakery for sourdough or the crab cookers on the street are nice and used by locals but the rest of the shops and tourist items are overblown. I would recommend that you... More

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Georgia
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

When in San Fran and in need of a good touristy stop, hit the Wharf. Many souvenir shops, with a combination of fast food, concept restaurants and fresh seafood sales. Buy your I Love SF shirts in this part of town since there are a plethora of gift shops in the area. Arrive by trolley or cable car and be... More

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Philadelphia
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

So many great resturants to choose from. Nice tourist attraction . More

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