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San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

ExploreSan Francisco, San Francisco4.4/5

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A 50-acre waterfront park at Aquatic Park Cove celebrating Pacific maritime heritage. The free Maritime Museum in the Art Deco Bathhouse Building has sea-faring exhibits and murals. The free Visitor Center features interactive waterfront history exhibits. Junior Ranger booklets for kids. Views of Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge.

Info

Leeftijdscategorie

2-5, 5-8, 8-12

Type Locatie

Indoor & Outdoor

Prijsniveau

Free

Beste Tijd

Year-round; clear days for best views

Parkeren

Paid parking near Fisherman's Wharf. Walk from cable car, bus, or F-line streetcar.

Tips

Museum and Visitor Center are free. Historic ships pier currently closed for repairs — check before visiting. Near Fisherman's Wharf.

KinderwagenvriendelijkVerschoontafel--Eten Ter PlaatseReservering Nodig--

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maritimemuseumfreewaterfrontjunior-ranger
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