Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
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 walking tour 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. From here, head to Ghirardelli Square where your tour guide will share the origin story of the famous Italian chocolatier. Craving something sweet? Buy some of those delicious chocolate squares to snack on as you stroll the waterfront and part of the historic Barbary Coast Trail.
Keep snapping pictures at the Wharf's most picturesque piers like Pier 39 that's overrun with adorable sea lions and the Embarcadero Promenade that's known for its art deco streetcars. But arguably the best picture you'll get is from 150 feet above the city with your optional ticket to the SkyStar observation wheel.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
English Speaking Tour Guide
Guide Gratuities (Appreciated)
Food or Drinks
What To Expect
Aquatic Park
Views of the Bay Area
Cable Cars
Learn about the history of this unique transportation system and watch them in action!
Options
Tour Only
75 Minute Walking Tour of Fisherman's Wharf
SkyStar Wheel Admission Ticket
SkyStar Wheel Admission Ticket: Tour San Francisco's waterfront with your local guide then see it all from above on the 150-foot observation wheel.
Private Fisherman's Wharf Tour
Private Group
Reviews
91 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun walking. Tour
Danny Q,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very educational and fun tour. Marie was very good with her information and made the tour enjoyable.
San Francisco highlights
ivanmH4355PL,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sharlene was very informative and gave us a great understanding of the history of San Francisco. We would highly recommend this excursion.
Perfect day
michellebV6984YI,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenan did a great job! Very knowledgeable and friendly! He did a wonderful job explaining San Francisco history and was also very funny.
Fantastic tour with a local.
stevehU6576OT,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’re visiting Fisherman’s Wharf then you need to take this tour. Our guide Jamie was extremely knowledgeable and told us so many interesting historical facts that we didn’t know. I particularly liked his stories of Italians’ role in the gold rush. He also gave us a great recommendation for a restaurant which we checked out and were glad we did! Highly recommended.
A really worthwhile tour
Elizabeth E,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour, our guide Kenan was very knowledgeable & helpful. We learned lots about San Francisco and the Bay Area. We’d recommend it to friends.
Informative and funny
Getaway32630113220,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was super nice and funny. I liked his jokes a lot. It was a nice walking tour l. Would definitely recommend every GoCityPass holder to go.
Very informative afternoon
E2384DAianc,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative afternoon. Well done Kenan. Learned plenty of info I didn’t know about San Francisco and its history. Really interesting
Informative & Relaxed
Trail05846660822,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really informative walk with lots of interesting information relating to the origins of SF & Fisherman’s Wharf. The guide was very professional and polite. Highly recommended.
Start of strong with a great tour!
Relax62290724200,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great! Sharlene was very knowledgeable on everything we had to ask. It was full of great information and had a great time with it! Gladly would recommend to anyone at the start of your visit! Would love to have Sharlene around for our full visit to tell us about everything in the city!
Enriching and enjoyable experience
Méline T,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time! Beautiful discovery!!! Thank you to our guide for this walk and the explanations!!!
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