Pier 39, San Francisco, California
A musician performs at Pier 39.
'Pier 39' is a
shopping center and popular
tourist attraction built on a pier in
San Francisco, California. At the Pier there are shops, restaurants, a
video arcade,
street performances,
ferry trips to
Alcatraz, an interpretive center for the
Marine Mammal Center, an aquarium, virtual 3D rides, and views of
California sea lions hauled out on docks on Pier 39's marina.
Walkway to Pier 41 near Pier 39
The Pier is located at the edge of the
Fisherman's Wharf district and is close to
North Beach,
Chinatown, and the
Embarcadero. The area is easily accessible via the historic
F Market streetcars.
From the Pier you can see
Angel Island,
Alcatraz, and the
Golden Gate Bridge.
Blue & Gold Fleet's Bay cruises leave from Pier 39.
Pier 39 was first developed by entrepreneur Warren Simmons, more than thirty years ago.
Trivia
The Pier has appeared in several movies as well as , where it was parodied as "Pier 69".
See also
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49-Mile Scenic Drive
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The World Famous Bushman
External links
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Official site
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