Pier 39 San Francisco

The best tourist attraction in San Francisco is Pier 39 home to a colony of sea lions and a variety of exciting waterfront attractions such as dining, shopping and live entertainment.

On a sunny day I could walk around here for hours especially after a tasty lunch at one of the many seafood restaurants that the San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is known for.

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The California sea lions will be willing to offer you the show while you enjoy your dinner too!

There are plenty of open air performances of street artists and if you're travelling with children this is the perfect place to let them play around and meet up with other kids.

From Pier 39 it's just a stroll until you reach Chinatown, North Beach but if you want to stay enjoy the panoramic views of Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge.