San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Guided Tour

Walk along the world-famous Fisherman's Wharf as your local tour guide shares some of the fascinating history about the area and how SF became the global destination it is today. This popular tour, with tickets for both Alcatraz and the new SkyStar Wheel included, offers plenty of opportunities to fill your camera roll and make memories.
We start at Aquatic Park, where you'll see stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. At Ghirardelli Square, your guide will share the origin story of the famous Italian chocolatier. You’ll also learn about the Gold Rush, the Barbary Coast Trail, and more. Glimpse the oddities on display in the old-timey Musée Mécanique, and get your photo taken with the adorable sea lions of Pier 39.

But some of the best pictures you'll get are from 150 feet in the air on the SkyStar Wheel and while cruising to and exploring Alcatraz, the infamous island prison. An audio guide is included with your self-guided visit to Alcatraz Island.

Meeting Point

Beach Street & Hyde Street

Beach St & Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA

Meet your ExperienceFirst guide on the corner across the street from the Buena Vista Cafe (2765 Hyde St)

What's included:

• Stops at Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, the Barbary Coast Trail, and more
• Professional SF guide who shares the history of the SF waterfront plus travel tips
• Ticket for a private glass gondola in the 150-foot-tall SkyStar Wheel
• Guided tour of Fisherman’s Wharf
• Visit the vintage Musée Mécanique
• Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island (Value $45.25)
• Views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge

Not included:

• Food or Drinks

What to expect:

Duration: between 1 hour and 7 hours

Aquatic Park

2905 Hyde Street, San Francisco, 94109-1314, California

Guided tour.
On the northern waterfront, Aquatic Park offers a scenic viewpoint of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more. Get ready for some picture-perfect photos.

10 minutes

Ghirardelli Square

900 North Point St, At Polk Street, San Francisco, 94109-1192, California

Guided tour.
Known for its iconic chocolate factory turned shopping and dining destination, Ghirardelli Square is scenic and inviting. Here, you'll learn how the popular chocolatier began in San Francisco.

10 minutes

Fisherman's Wharf

Jefferson Street, Between Hyde and Powell Streets, San Francisco, 94133, California

Guided tour.
The lively Fisherman's Wharf Waterfront is full of seafood restaurants, souvenir shops, and sometimes even street performers. Enjoy panoramic views of the bay as you walk with your guide.

10 minutes

Barbary Coast Trail

900 Market St, , San Francisco, 94102-2804, California

Guided tour.
Walk part of this trail to travel through San Francisco's history. There are plaques along the way, but your guide brings the stories to life, explaining this area’s once notorious past.

10 minutes

Musee Mecanique

Pier 45, Fishermen's Wharf, foot of Taylor Street, San Francisco, 94133, California

Guided tour.
Walk inside this vintage museum filled with over 200 penny arcade games, automated instruments, and strange contraptions. Your guide may even show you some of them in action!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pier 39

Beach Street & The Embarcadero, San Francisco, 94133, California

Guided tour.
The pier is best known for the sea lions who enjoy basking in the sun on floating docks. Your guide will tell you why they’re here while you snap selfies with these adorable whiskered mammals.

10 minutes

Hyde Street Pier

2905 Hyde St, San Francisco, 94109-1225, California

Guided tour.
Check out the historic ships at this pier to discover more of SF’s maritime history and see another side of this popular waterfront.

10 minutes

The Embarcadero

San Francisco, 94111, California

Guided tour.
Running along the eastern waterfront, the Embarcadero might be San Francisco’s prettiest promenade. As you explore, enjoy spectacular waterfront views and look for local sights like the art deco streetcars.

10 minutes

Alcatraz Island

San Francisco, 94133, California

Self-guided upgrade.
Enjoy a quick cruise over to the infamous island to see this former fort turned prison turned national park. Your ticket includes a self-guided visit to all the exhibits, gardens, and the cellhouse with an audio guide to provide a richer context to your tour.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

SkyStar Wheel Fisherman’s Wharf

2860 Taylor Street, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, 94111, California

Self-guided upgrade.
Enjoy a ride in your glass-enclosed gondola for sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay and the surrounding city from 150 feet in the air. Your ticket is included with this tour.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

San Francisco Bay

, , San Francisco, California

Self-guided upgrade.
One-hour bay cruise with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Your ticket is valid until the end of the year.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included