Guides & Advice  : California : 
San Francisco

 
Frommer's Guide
INTRODUCTION
GETTING TO KNOW
DINING
ATTRACTIONS
NIGHTLIFE
SHOPPING
Shopping A-Z
WALKING TOURS
ACTIVE PURSUITS
SPECTATOR SPORTS
FEATURES AND EVENTS
SHOPPING: MALLS & SHOPPING CENTERS Frommer
Pier 39

The automated information line reminds callers not to forget to bring your Visa cards to this bay-side tourist trap, which also happens to have stunning views. To residents, that pretty much wraps up PIER 39 -- an expensive spot where out-of-towners go to waste money on worthless souvenirs and greasy fast food. For vacationers, though, PIER 39 does have some redeeming qualities -- fresh crab (in season), playful sea lions, phenomenal views, and plenty of fun for the kids. If you want to get to know the real San Francisco, skip the cheesy T-shirt shops and limit your time here to one afternoon, if at all.


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