There are a lot of beautiful scenic spots in San Francisco California. We have visited several, one of which is the Fisherman's Wharf. It is made up of the waterfront area of San Francisco from Ghirardelli Square to Pier 35. It is popular for Pier 39, a shopping center and popular tourist attraction. One of the things that attracts people to Pier 39 are the friendly sea lions that are hauled out on docks at Pier 39's marina. The sea lions who have made Pier 39 their home were first sighted some time in September 1989. They have stayed since then. The locals make the seals feel safe. From the pier, there are scenic views to be enjoyed. To name a few, Angel Island, Alcatraz, the Bay Bridge and the famous Golden Gate Bridge.
Alcatraz Island as seen from our cable car
Exploring the infamous Alcatraz Island
Pier 39 is just one of the many sights that can be enjoyed at the Fisherman's Wharf. The San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Ripley's Believe it or Not museum, the Wax Museum, Forbes Island are all accessible and within the area.
What is traveling without a little shopping at the side. Other than the various souvenir shops, The Cannery Shopping Center is a good place to get good deals. Down the road is Chinatown.
Fisherman's Wharf also provides different types of entertainment. A video arcade, street performances, the Aquarium of the Bay, virtual 3D rides an interpretative center for the Marine mammal Center and many others. You can also search online on information about things to do.
Treat your palate to Fisherman's Wharf's restaurants. The place is famous for restaurants that serves fresh seafood -yum! Doods, I and several friends enjoyed clam chowder served with sourdough.
Blue Mermaid Chowder House and Bar
Accommodation is not a problem, there are a lot of cheap San Francisco hotels in the area. It is advisable to check hotel pricing online long before the planned vacation, this way you get better deals and buy yourself time to canvas and shop around. There are several good websites to check when looking for hotels near Union Square SFO.
Golden Gate San Francisco
The trip won't be complete without experiencing the cable car ride that takes you along the slopes of San Francisco
No wonder Tony Bennett left his heart in San Francisco!
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7 comments:
I thoroughly enjoyed tagging along on the San Francisco trip! What a beautiful area to visit. I will have to add that to my "things to do list"!
Thanks for droppin' by Cheryl! SFO is indeed a nice place to visit. The weather is the best part.
love that beautiful lady at the cable car Tes, she is so beaming with happiness!
I visited San Francisco several years ago. I remember Pier 39 well. Thank you for the memories.
War...certainly a great place to be right? :p
I bet you had an enjoyable cable car ride. :D
nice place! Lovely shots... Sure is fun :).
we also enjoyed the clam chowder there in sfo but didn't go for the alcatraz tour just yet, Next time we go there we will check out the aquarium =) hubs grew up around this area that's why he wants to take me around there too
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