Fisherman’s Wharf, SF: The Top 10 Things To Do
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The first point of attraction that greets you as you enter the city of San Francisco is Fisherman’s Wharf. One of the most iconic fishing harbors of the West, the wharf is a beautiful combination of history and culture of which the world can’t seem to get enough. Here are ten attractions that are definitely a hit.
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1. The Rainforest Café
Restaurant, American
![Sea lions sunbathing in the afternoon](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2020554.webp)
2. The Sea Lions of PIER 39
Park
Lefty’s the Left Hand Store
For righties, it’s an unusual experience. For lefties, it’s heaven on Earth. In a world that caters mostly to right-handed folk, Lefty’s in San Francisco is understandably a breath of fresh air for left-handed friends. Lefty’s has been selling both everyday and novelty items (including guitars!) to the left-handed since 1978.
Lefty’s San Francisco, Pier 39, San Francisco, CA, USA, +1 415 445 0141
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3. Aquarium of The Bay
Aquarium
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4. Ripley's Believe it or Not
Museum
![Across the street from the Exploratorium](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2020551.webp)
5. The Exploratorium
Bookstore, Museum, Shop
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In-N-Out Burger
Arguably one of the best burger chains on the West Coast, In-N-Out found its way to Fisherman’s Wharf in 1992. You can either choose items from the original menu or get creative with the well-known and delicious ‘Secret Menu.’ Either way, any choice definitely makes an experience here worthwhile.
In-N-Out San Francisco, 333 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA, USA, +1 800 786 1000
![Main entrance of Ghirardelli Square](https://cdn.theculturetrip.com/images/56-3959160-1442957672de2f7fa57864435db3c39c89fb820172.jpg?s=10x)
6. Ghirardelli Square
Shopping Mall
![Inside Boudins Bakery](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2020553.webp)
Boudin Bakery SF
No trip to San Francisco is complete without eating chowder in a sourdough bread bowl, and Boudin Bakery can definitely satisfy that need. Since 1849, Boudin has been credited for creating the iconic ‘San Francisco-style’ sourdough French bread, using a centuries-old family recipe. The museum and bakery is currently home to culinary history, great food, and artistic bread pieces.
Boudin Bakery SF, 160 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA, USA, +1 415 928 1849
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7. Museé Mécaniqué
Museum
![The Musee Mecanique museum of arcade machines in San Francisco, California, USA.](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/kbcdhj-1.webp)