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Build-A-Bear Workshop - Pier 39

ShopSan Francisco, San Francisco4.5/5

About This Place

An interactive experience at Pier 39 where kids stuff, dress, and personalize their own stuffed animals. Choose from bears, bunnies, and character friends, then customize with outfits, scents, sounds, and accessories.

Info

Age Range

2-5, 5-8, 8-12

Venue Type

Indoor

Price Level

$$

Best Time

Weekday mornings to avoid tourist crowds

Parking

Pier 39 parking garage; expensive. Consider public transit.

Tips

Great birthday party venue. Can get crowded on weekends and holidays.

Stroller FriendlyChanging StationDining On SiteReservation Needed--

Tags

interactivestuffed-animalsbirthday-partycustomizabletourist
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Location

San Francisco, San FranciscoGet Directions

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