San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf
San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf (Fisherman’s Wharf) is a wide promenade, with piers, cozy restaurants, great views of the former legendary Alcatraz prison, moored yachts and other vessels. It runs from Van Ness Avenue to Kearny Street. It got its name during the gold rush years, when many fishermen gathered around the wharf to catch crabs. This tradition has survived to this day.
What to see
Fisherman’s Wharf is a pedestrianized area, a popular strolling spot for tourists and locals alike. It is also home to the Maritime National Historical Park, which is an exposition of historic ships that showcases the former glory and grandeur of the navy of different eras. Those wishing to learn about the history of the fleet can view the beautifully preserved ships.
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There is a chapel at Pier 45 in memory of the “missing fisherman” of San Francisco and Northern California. The pier hosts many city celebrations, including the Independence Day fireworks display and the annual San Francisco Fleet Week.
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One of Fisherman’s Wharf’s famous figures is the World Famous Bushman, a local resident who sits in the bushes and scares passersby with his sudden appearance. He has been doing this activity since 1980.
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