Location: North Waterfront/Embarcadero
Top Things to do in North Waterfront/Embarcadero
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in North Waterfront/Embarcadero, California (CA)
Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
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1. The Embarcadero
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 924 reviews
Major street in the port area of San Francisco that has become a bustling area of shops, businesses and sightseeing attractions.
Reviewed By TV2451
We enjoyed a long drive along the Embarcadero on a Sunday and noticed the numbers of people enjoying their strolls at a safe distance. On a sunny day this is one of the best places in San Francisco for a walk. Lots to see and enjoy, the waterfront, the piers, the Ferry Building, the Bay Bridge.
2. Pier 7
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Take in a view of the Bay Bridge while strolling on this scenic pier.
Reviewed By tomm392 - Seattle, United States
The Embarcadero can be very busy with tourists, joggers, cyclists, etc. The pier offers a nice respite from all the traffic as it juts out into the bay. With nice views of the Bay Bridge and the bay, it's a nice walk to the end and to stop and relax, even if just for a a short time.
3. Buckyball
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
I was by the Exploratorium and enjoyed looking at this scullpture callled Buckyball. Its very pretty. Its very nice with the afternoon sun shining on it.
4. Embarcadero Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 104 reviews
With more than 125 stores on three levels, plus seasonal concerts, festivals or art displays for the enervated shopper.
Reviewed By TV2451
I once worked here and it was a joy to wander through the shops at lunch time, and then maybe pop into a bar for happy hour. And there are a few good restaurants. The design is classic 70s urban renewal, a nice harmonious collection of a hotel and some office buildings that look like books in a library. Good design.
5. Jackson Square
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Antique and art lovers will enjoy browsing this area's many shops and galleries.
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
I walked through Jackson Square area enjoying seeing the many historic buildings there. Jackson Square is located between Montgomery and Sansome Avenue. Several of the buildings are 19th century. They were built after the 1851 city fire and survived the 1906 earthquake.
6. Port of San Francisco
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
I visited the Port of San Francisco during my walk from Pier 39 to the Ferry Building. Since it was the Christmas holidays, there was a nice wreath over the door as well as a large Christmas Tree. We have in the past cruised to/from Port of San Francisco on the NCL Bliss, and plan to also go to the port for our cruise on the Princess in a few weeks. Its a beautiful area.
7. Pier 27
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By ASR94109 - San Francisco, United States
I was fortunate enough to work on an acting gig at the new Cruise Ship Terminal at Pier 27 on The Embarcadero. Built for the America's Cup (I think) several years ago, it is now used by huge cruise ships like the Island Princess, which was there at the time I was there. The entrance is new, clean, and inviting. I am looking forward to taking a cruise from there.
8. Ross Alley
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
