Pier 39: San Francisco's Playful Waterfront

Getting There

• Public Transport

  From downtown San Francisco, take the F-Line streetcar directly to Pier 39. The streetcar stops at The Embarcadero & Stockton St. A single ride costs $3 for adults. Alternatively, several MUNI bus lines, including the 8, 39, and 47, also serve the pier.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft offer a convenient way to reach Pier 39. A taxi from downtown San Francisco to Pier 39 typically costs between $16 and $20 and takes approximately 6 minutes. From San Francisco International Airport (SFO), a taxi to Pier 39 will cost around $40.

• Driving

  If driving, follow signs to Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39. The Pier 39 Garage is located directly across the street from the entrance. Hourly parking rates are $10 on weekdays and $12 on weekends, with daily maximums of $50 and $60, respectively. A special $40/day rate is offered Monday–Thursday for vehicles entering after 3:00 PM and exiting before 10:00 AM. One hour of free validated parking is available at the Pier 39 Garage for visitors who dine at participating full-service restaurants.

• Ferry

  The Blue & Gold Fleet and other ferry services operate from various locations around the Bay Area, including Sausalito, Oakland, and Alameda, to Pier 39. From the Ferry Building, you can take a bus, which takes approximately 8 minutes to Pier 39. Ferry fares vary depending on the origin and destination.