1. Start your day at Red’s Java House at Piers 30/32. Since 1955, this waterfront favorite has been serving breakfast plates, cheeseburgers, sandwiches and daily specials. Walk to South Beach Harbor.
2. Get out on the water with SpinOut Fitness at Pier 40. Tour the bay with a 90-minute water bike experience or have a ride-and-dine adventure with friends to a nearby waterfront restaurant.
3. Walk across the Third Street Bridge and enjoy lunch in Mission Bay. Explore the many eateries around Mission Rock. Atwater Tavern at Pier 50 serves salads, sandwiches and entrees complete with a robust cocktail and drinks menu. A meal at Mission Rock Resort or live music at The Ramp Restaurant are more great options!
4. Explore the many shops, restaurants, and outdoor spaces at Thrive City, home of the Chase Center and the Golden State Warriors basketball team.
5. Tour RH’s Palm Court in the restored Bethlehem Steel Building, then head upstairs for wine and rooftop views. Explore Building 12, a creative hub and home to Breadbelly, Bay Padel, Standard Deviant Brewing, and more!
6. Explore Crane Cove Park. Rent a kayak or paddleboard from Dogpatch Paddle or from Kayaks Unlimited in Islais Creek for an adventure in the water. Or get in a workout class bay side at the YMCA Dogpatch.
7. Looking for some nature and peace and quiet, stroll the shoreline and enjoy the 100 birds of Heron’s Head Park and the expansive views of the Bay.
The Waterfront extends more than 7.5 miles. Keep going along the northern Waterfront, with more iconic views, excursions into nature, and world class experiences.
Fisherman's Wharf is a world-famous tourist destination - not to be missed! For history buffs, here's a self-guided tour of the neighborhood's Legacy Businesses.
Getting to the Waterfront
Getting around the waterfront is simple and fun. Destinations on the waterfront are walkable and provide plenty of places to stop and shop, take a break or catch another mode of transit. There are a variety of convenient transit options to explore the Port. Ferry travel offers a comfortable, convenient and stress-free journey. SF Muni streetcars and buses are available across the waterfront. Take a ride on the F Historic streetcars that run between the Ferry Building and Fisherman's Wharf. The T Third metro line runs between Embarcadero Station to the Giants ballpark, Crane Cove Park and south towards Islais Creek.
About the Waterfront
Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway with the whole family, an afternoon drink with friends or a quiet day to yourself, there are plenty of opportunities for adventures at the Port. Visitors to the waterfront can enjoy hundreds of activities, enjoy diverse cuisines, sightsee, experience some of the most iconic views and attractions in San Francisco and create memories that will last a lifetime. From Fisherman’s Wharf to Heron’s Head Park, the possibilities are endless!
A Perfect Day along the Waterfront was curated by The Port of San Francisco, who manages 7.5 miles of waterfront that is home to popular destinations and attractions, historic districts, small businesses and robust maritime opportunities. The Port works to advance environmentally and financially sustainable maritime, recreational, and economic opportunities for the City, Bay Area, and California.
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