Catch a ferry from Pier 33 and take a guided tour of “The Rock.” America’s most infamous federal penitentiary once held notorious gangsters Al “Scarface” Capone and Mickey Cohen, and officials still boast that no prisoner ever escaped its walls.

At Ghirardelli Square, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with an exceptional chocolate encounter, dine in one of eight specialty restaurants, or shop at a local boutique. Children’s classes, events, and camps are available through Culinary Artistas.

Whether planning a visit or seeking San Francisco Visitor information, you’ll find a wealth of knowledge on how a historic era still influences the present-day culture, events, sights, sounds, and food of San Francisco’s most famous waterfront community. Explore our past, join in today’s fun, and catch a glimpse into the future of Fisherman’s Wharf! Your list of places to visit starts here.

Each year the Golden Gate Bridge attracts more than 10 million visitors to take in its tremendous 746-foot tall towers, sweeping main cables, signature International Orange color and Art Deco styling. It is a sensory experience featuring color, light and sound.

Visit a world-class location in Union Square, the city’s home for shopping, entertainment, & theater.

See the city hanging on the outside of a Cable Car, a national landmark & transportation icon of SF.