San Francisco Waterfront Tour: Ghirardelli, Wharf, Pier 39

Explore San Francisco’s waterfront on a guided walking tour of Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, and Pier 39. Learn about the area’s history and enjoy stunning views.

Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Aquatic Park - Views of the Bay Area
  • Cable Cars - Learn about the history of this unique transportation system and watch them in action!
  • Ghirardelli Square - Take a picture with the famous sign!
  • Golden Gate Bridge - Stunning views of the bridge, a perfect photo op!
  • The Cannery - Old Del Monte Fruit Cannery. Historic building…
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Guide Gratuities (Appreciated)
  • Food or Drinks
Additional Information

Stroll through the renowned Fisherman’s Wharf as a local tour guide reveals intriguing stories about the area’s history and how San Francisco evolved into a global hotspot. This sought-after walking tour provides numerous chances to capture photos and create lasting memories.
The journey begins at Aquatic Park, offering breathtaking views of the Golden…

Location
700 Beach St
Beach Street
Please meet guide in front of the "Welcome to Fisherman's Wharf Sign" by the cable car turnaround
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Garrett
Apr 22, 2025
Great Tour - John was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable about San Francisco and friendly. Our teens enjoyed it too. Highly recommended.
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Tombs405oh
Apr 11, 2025
Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour - John's tour was great! Very knowledgeable, informative, and entertaining! Beautiful day in San Francisco from the cruise ship. Great excursion.
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306robbiem
Mar 29, 2025
10/5 star review! - John Hurst is an absolutely phenomenal tour guide—10 stars out of 5! His deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and infectious enthusiasm made our Fisherman’s Wharf tour unforgettable. He brought the history, culture, and hidden gems of the area to life with fascinating facts and humor, making every moment both educational and entertaining. John’s passion for the city shines through, and his ability to connect with everyone in the group made the experience even more special. If you’re looking for the best guide in San Francisco, look no further—John Hurst is simply outstanding!
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Daytrip278883
Mar 26, 2025
Fisherman’s Wharf tour - Kenan was knowledgeable and shared a lot of history in a short time. We appreciated his humor and would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn about Fisherman’s Wharf
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E9141uqwilliams
Mar 25, 2025
Nice Overview of the Wharf - I went on a tour with Maggie, and she was fantastic! Very friendly and had lots of details about the area. Also gave us recommendations about where to eat and what to do after. Very nice!
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Safari29747375851
Mar 24, 2025
Great morning in fisherman's wharf. - The guide was wonderful and very informative, kept us up to date. Really enjoyed it, I learned so much about California history.
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E2330fnmichelleb
Mar 24, 2025
Great wharf tour - John hertz was a terrific tour guide. He kept a nice pace for our group. His voice was easy to listen to. I would highly recommend taking his tours.
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J3004apdh
Mar 24, 2025
Informative tour - John Hurst an excellent guide for the Fisherman’s Wharf tour. He was informative and personable and I would recommend him
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Melindac134
Feb 22, 2025
Fabulous, fun intro to Fisherman’s Wharf! - Cool, fun, informative, easy tour. Sharlene’s “family stories” about local businesses & landmarks were great, as were info & tips about eateries & restrooms! Especially enjoyed the Musée Méchanique. Sharlene was wonderfully patient & helpful when I was delayed on public transportation. Definitely recommend this tour with Sharlene!!
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Seungjino9
Jan 31, 2025
Real San Francisco interesting story with local guide - I don't think there's any commentary, so I like the commentary. It was a valuable time to learn about the history of San Francisco. Recommended restaurants and stories were information only available on this tour! It was great to know why this restaurant is famous and what to eat through storytelling! Especially in Fisher's Manwarf, it was really interesting to see that there is a taste that can only be found in San Francisco, and I could also solve the souvenir problem - it would be better if it wasn't raining, but it was a really profitable time 🙂
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From $39
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).