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San Francisco, CA

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San Francisco, CA lies about 90 minutes southwest of Sacramento and six hours north of Los Angeles. Reno and Carson City, NV, are within a four-hour drive. San Francisco is a popular international tourist destination famous for its steep hills, summer fog, diverse mix of Victorian and modern architecture and its famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the cable cars, and Chinatown. Pier 39, located near Fisherman’s Wharf, is celebrated as the third-most popular tourist attraction in the nation. The pier offers shopping, dining, street performers, an aquarium, the exciting RocketBoat ride and is the permanent home to hundreds of San Francisco sea lions. Visitors can also take a bay cruise and travel directly under the Golden Gate Bridge and get within yards of the legendary Alcatraz Island.

Driving Directions and Parking Information

Port of San Francisco
Pier 35
San Francisco, CA 94111

The Port of San Francisco (Pier 35) is located midway between the Bay Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. Parking is available at the pier and is $14.00 per day (rates subject to change by Port Authority).

Traveling From the North - On 101 Southbound, take the Lombard Street exit. Take Lombard East approximately 1.5 miles and turn left on Van Ness. Turn right on Bay Street, then proceed 1 mile to the Embarcadero. Turn left on Embarcadero, and Pier 35 is immediately to the right.

Traveling From the South - On 280 Northbound, exit at the end of 280 Freeway at King. Continue 3 blocks on King until it turns into Embarcadero. Pier 35 is approximately 2 miles ahead to the right.