Map of Pier 39 & San Francisco Waterfront USA – Attractions & Location Guide
Map of Pier 39 & San Francisco Waterfront USA – Attractions & Location Guide
Pier 39 and the San Francisco Waterfront form one of California's most visited tourism precincts. Located along the northern shoreline of San Francisco, the area is known for sea lions, waterfront dining, shopping, bay views, historic piers and access to many of the city's most famous attractions.
This map of Pier 39 and the San Francisco Waterfront USA provides an overview of the waterfront precinct, nearby attractions, transport routes and surrounding San Francisco locations.
Pier 39 is located on San Francisco's northern waterfront beside Fisherman's Wharf. Major nearby locations include Alcatraz ferry departures, Ghirardelli Square, Aquatic Park, Lombard Street, Coit Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge direction.
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Where are Pier 39 and the San Francisco Waterfront Located?
Pier 39 is located on San Francisco Bay within the Fisherman's Wharf district. The waterfront stretches along the northern edge of the city and provides access to ferries, attractions, restaurants and scenic bay viewpoints.
- City: San Francisco
- State: California
- Country: United States
- Area: Fisherman's Wharf
- Waterfront: San Francisco Bay
- Nearby district: North Beach
Major Areas Shown on the Map
- Pier 39 — waterfront shopping and entertainment precinct.
- Fisherman's Wharf — major tourism district.
- San Francisco Bay — iconic waterfront setting.
- Aquatic Park — historic bay swimming area.
- Ghirardelli Square — shopping and dining destination.
- North Beach direction — historic neighbourhood.
- Embarcadero direction — waterfront boulevard.
- Alcatraz ferry area — major visitor departure point.
Major Attractions Near Pier 39
- Sea Lion Viewing Area
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Alcatraz Island ferry departures
- Ghirardelli Square
- Aquatic Park
- Musée Mécanique
- Coit Tower direction
- Lombard Street direction
- Cable Car turnaround
- Exploratorium direction
Waterfront Features
- Historic piers
- Bay viewpoints
- Sea lion colony
- Restaurants and cafés
- Shopping precincts
- Ferry terminals
- Harbour activities
- Public waterfront walkways
Transport Features
- Historic streetcar services
- San Francisco cable cars nearby
- Bay ferry connections
- Bus services
- Walking routes
- Cycle paths
- Taxi and rideshare access
- Downtown San Francisco connections
Nearby Destinations
- Fisherman's Wharf
- North Beach
- Chinatown
- Union Square direction
- Golden Gate Bridge direction
- Presidio direction
- Alcatraz Island direction
- Sausalito direction
Using a Pier 39 & Waterfront Map
A Pier 39 and San Francisco Waterfront map is useful for locating attractions, ferry terminals, restaurants, historic piers and transport services. It also helps visitors understand how the waterfront connects with Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz ferry services and the wider San Francisco tourism district.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is Pier 39 located?
Pier 39 is located on the San Francisco waterfront within the Fisherman's Wharf district of California. -
What is Pier 39 famous for?
It is famous for sea lions, waterfront dining, shopping, bay views and family attractions. -
What is near Pier 39?
Nearby attractions include Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz ferry departures, Ghirardelli Square, Aquatic Park and Lombard Street. -
How do you get to Pier 39?
Visitors commonly arrive by streetcar, cable car, ferry, bus, taxi, rideshare or walking routes along the waterfront. -
Is Pier 39 worth visiting?
Yes. It is one of San Francisco's most popular visitor attractions and a major waterfront destination. -
Is Pier 39 near Fisherman's Wharf?
Yes. Pier 39 forms part of the wider Fisherman's Wharf waterfront precinct.
This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Attraction availability, ferry services, transport schedules, opening hours, visitor facilities and local information may change without notice. Always verify current details before travelling.