The Port of San Francisco is located in the bay of the same name on the coast of California. The city and its region are full of activities. If your cruise starts or ends in San Francisco, take a few days to enjoy the attractions of the area.
San Francisco United States of America
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| Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
|---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
| January | 846 1152 1458 | 1144.50 |
| February | 948 1355 1661 | 1134.50 |
| March | 1049 1356 1763 | 833.25 |
| April | 1050 1457 1864 | 371.50 |
| May | 1151 1558 1965 | 180.75 |
| June | 1253 1660 2068 | 40.25 |
| July | 1355 1661 2068 | 00.00 |
| August | 1356 1762 2169 | 20.00 |
| September | 1356 1864 2271 | 50.25 |
| October | 1254 1762 2170 | 281.00 |
| November | 1051 1457 1864 | 803.25 |
| December | 847 1153 1558 | 1164.50 |
Where is located the Port of San Francisco Cruise Terminal
The Port of San Francisco is located in the heart of the city. Several activities are within walking distance. However, the city is made up of multiple hills and you may prefer to take public transport to get around.Travelling around the San Francisco Cruise Port
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Transportation between the airport and the port of San Francisco
San Francisco Airport (SFO) is located about 20 km from the cruise port.
The taxi ride will take about 30 minutes and cost between $70 and $90.
The yellow line of the BART rail transport system connects the airport to the port (Embarcadero station). The station is located at Garage G.
You can also book a private transfer in advance.
SFO
directions_subwaySan Francisco has a municipal transportation system called
Muni.
local_taxiTaxis are available throughout the city.
directions_busHop-on-hop-off tourist buses allow you to visit the attractions of the city.
If you choose to rent a car, compare prices and save with rentalcars.com.
Activities in San Francisco
Rebate cards
Rebate tourist cards
Many companies offer cards that include admission to multiple museums and activities. Some also include cruises and hop-on hop-off bus pass.
Neighborhoods
Alamo Square - Painted Ladies
This square is bordered by the charming Victorian houses made famous by the TV series “Full House” in the 1990s.
Chinatown
The largest Chinatown outside of Asia and the oldest in North America.
Lombard Street
This winding street was designed in 1922 to reduce the slope inclination that was too dangerous. The landscaping makes this street even more charming.
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
The bridge, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, connects San Francisco and Sausalito. Its international orange color of this suspension bridge makes it one of the most famous bridges in the world.
Coit Tower
This Art Deco style tower was inaugurated in 1933 in honor of the firefighters. An observation deck at its top allows you to have a panoramic view of the city and the San Francisco Bay.
Historical sites
Alcatraz
This island is located in San Francisco Bay. It was used as a military fortress before becoming a prison that over the years housed the most dangerous and wanted criminals in the United States. Now a national park, it is possible to visit the prison and walk on the island to observe the birds. To get there, you have to take a ferry at Pier 33.
SS Jeremiah O’Brien
World War II ship that can be visited at Pier 45.
USS Pampanito
A restored World War II submarine that sank six Japanese ships in the Pacific.
Museums
California Academy of Sciences
This natural history museum also includes an aquarium, a planetarium and a rainforest.
Cable Car Museum
This museum presents the history and operation of San Francisco’s cable cars.
Exploratorium
Interactive Museum of Science and Technology located at Pier 15.
Legion of Honor Museum
Art museum presenting exhibitions of European painters and sculptors, ancient art, photography and decorative art.
GLBT History Museum
This museum is located in the LGBTQ neighborhood of Castro and traces the history of the LGBTQ community.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
One of the largest museums in the world dedicated to modern and contemporary art.
Madame Tussauds
Famous museum of wax statues.
Nature
Muir Woods
It is very pleasant to walk in this redwood forest, a national park.
Golden Gate Park
This park of more than 1000 acres is an oasis of nature where there are several museums and monuments.
Activities
Fisherman’s Warf
Fisherman’s Warf is the starting point for many activities and excursions. There are also several restaurants and shops.
Pier 39
Several water activities are offered at Pier 39. Here you will find restaurants, shops, the aquarium of the Bay and other activities. The sea lions basking in the sun are the mascots of Pier 39.
Cable Car
The symbol of the city, this transport system pulled by cables counts 3 lines still in operation.
Ghirardelli Square
This former confectionery producing chocolate has been transformed into a complex bringing together shops and restaurants.
Conservatory of Flowers
This Botanical Garden is home to rare and unusual plants from threatened environments and rainforest.
Family activities
Aquarium of the bay
The aquarium located at Pier 39 showcase marine species living in the San Francisco Bay.
Nearby
Sonoma
Sonoma is a well-known wine region of California, where you can visit vineyards.
Napa Valley
Nappa Valley is a very important wine region in California and one of the most prestigious in the United States. You can visit several vineyards.
