FamxplorHyde Street Pier
What to expect
Hyde Street Pier is a historic pier featuring an outdoor exhibit on maritime history and several historical ships docked in the harbor, including the square-rigger Balclutha, the lumber schooner C.A. Thayer, the Eureka ferryboat, the steam tug Hercules, and the scow schooner Alma. The pier offers a spectacular view of San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. Visitors can walk to the end of the pier, stop by the Small Boat Shop, and pick up a free Junior Ranger Program activity booklet. The pier is wheelchair accessible, and a computer kiosk in the Visitor Center features an interactive tour of the Park and ships. A Guide By Cell audio tour is also available, giving visitors the option to listen to a variety of programs narrated by park rangers at their own pace
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Activities: We walked along Hyde Street Pier and looked at the historic ships. We even got to go on board a few of them. The kids loved seeing the ships up close
Highlights: The kids loved seeing the old ships and imagining what it was like to sail on them. It was a great way to learn about the history of San Francisco ✨
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Days out with Kids: Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco
Activities: We visited Hyde Street Pier, where we saw antique ships like the Eureka and Balclutha, admired the views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, and enjoyed the space for kids to run around
Highlights: The kids loved exploring the ships, especially the Eureka and Balclutha, and the views were stunning. They enjoyed the interactive exhibits, the antique cars, and the opportunity to steer the helm ✨