Fisherman's Wharf: The Exploratorium & Walking Tour

Fisherman's Wharf: The Exploratorium & Walking Tour

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Embark on a guided tour of Fisherman's Wharf and learn about the history of San Francisco's maritime past. Ride a historic streetcar and visit 3 museums, including the famous Exploratorium!

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Highlights

Explore SF’s top attractions and discover hidden gems along the waterfront
Hear fascinating stories about the city’s boom-and-bust history and gold rush
Enjoy samples from Ghirardelli's Chocolate Factory and Boudin’s Sourdough Bakery
Explore 3 museums: Maritime Museum, Musée Mécanique and the Exploratorium
Enjoy a ride along the waterfront on our historic street cars!

Description

Embark on a captivating journey through some of Fisherman’s Wharf iconic sights with a local guide and uncover hidden gems along the scenic waterfront. Hear fascinating tales about the city’s maritime history while gandering at historic ships. Learn about the city's boom-and-bust history during the gold rush era and how cable cars were invented to help transform the city among the infamous fog. Savor delicious samples from San Francisco's renowned food scene, including delectable treats from the historic Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory and the renowned Boudin’s Sourdough Bakery. Stroll along a portion of the historic Barbary Coast Trail, where your guide will share tales of its vibrant past, and visit the lively colony of sea lions that reign over Pier 39. Visit 3 museums on the tour: the Maritime Museum and Musée Mécanique are fully guided experiences. After a quick break on Pier 39, finish with a ride on a charming streetcar to The Exploratorium. There, your guide will provide an entry ticket and introduction to the museum, with over 600+ interactive exhibits, so you can optimize your time there before parting ways. Spend as much time as you like in the museum, it’s a one of a kind experience that’s great for families, couples, and friends.

Includes

Local guide Entry to 3 museums, including Exploratorium Ticket Streetcar ride Free samples from Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory and Boudin’s Sourdough Bakery Visit to the sea lions at Pier 39