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Is Fisherman's Wharf a tourist trap? Yes. Does that mean you shouldn't set forth near it? No. Just approach it with the right attitude and mindset.
There are plenty of good things about the Wharf. You need to go there to board a boat to Alcatraz. The Municipal Pier offers a great way to get out into the water and view some of the city or the GG Bridge (if it's a clear day). There are some grassy areas near Acquatic Park that you can lounge in.
I enjoy strolling around in the area... watching tourist meet the "Bushman"... grabbing a beer from Steelhead Brewery (never the food mind you, but their beer isn't bad) or from one of the 110 beers on tap at Jacks in the Cannery... relaxing and watching people. It's a great people watching area.
Avoid it if you can't stand crowds (there will be crowds of crowds). Don't eat at the restaurants (some may be passable but there are better cheaper places elsewhere). Don't buy necessities (water, film, etc... can be very expensive). Leave a Comment
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 Seals on pier 40 by doreenellen
The shops and restaurants are worth a try on the Wharf, quite an entertaining day out . Leave a Comment
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 From a Cable car toward
Fisherman's Wharf in 1966 by grandmaR
"All San Franciscans love to hate Fisherman's Wharf. Content never to visit the area, they complain of the tacky shops selling cheap souvenirs, the "novelty" museums whose novelty has long worn off and busloads of tourists blocking the view to Alcatraz.
"But secretly, everyone likes it a little, and having guests from out of town is the perfect excuse for otherwise cynical old-timers to "force" themselves to go. And it is possible to have a cheap, good time. Just avoid the wax museums and the ..[tacky souvenier] stands, and what's left are some of the best views in the city..
"..this favorite spot, as they see it today, is only 30 years old. Most of the major attractions -- the Cannery, Ghirardelli Square, Pier 39 -- were built in the late 1960s. "
I think this is wrong - Ghirardelli Square was there when we were there - I've got a photo of it from the water. Of course it may look different now than it did then.
I don't actually remember too much about Fisherman's Wharf. I remember much more about the cable cars themselves and the jumping on and off of them while they were moving. Leave a Comment
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 Fisherman's Wharf by PetraG
Tip: Visit the Wax-museum nearby. It's fantastic! Leave a Comment
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 The Famous Fishermans Wharf
sign by keith750cc
Because its right on the bay front, it can get cold with the sea breeze, so you may need a jumper. The wharf is famous for its sea food and it doesnt fail. We had Clam chowder in a sour dough bun ( the centre is scooped out and filled with the chowder) from Boudins bakery, you can see the bread being made and sit in or out and eat the delicious food. There were street performers dancing all over the place to keep you smiling, there are plenty of shops as you would expect, you can board the USS Pampanito submarine and have a guided tour ( not free). There is an aquarium which you can walk through plexi glass tunnels inches from huge sharks and Rays and 100's more types I couldnt tell you what they were called. You can have a great Irish coffee at the Buena Vista. I didnt stay around there at night, so I couldnt tell you what the nightlife was like. Phone: (415) 626-7070Directions: Right on the bay front, just off Embarkadero, 200yds from the drop off from the Cable car.Website: http://www.fishermanswharf.org/
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 by ForeverGypsy
A real fun lot these, i could have watched them allllll day :-) Leave a Comment
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