National Historical Park

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

West

About San Francisco Maritime

Established in 1988, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park celebrates America’s maritime heritage on the Pacific Coast. Our 50-acre park has grown around Aquatic Park Cove, a protected area in the stunning San Francisco Bay. As you explore the cove and the historic landmarks around it, you will experience the sights, sounds, and stories of the city’s seafaring past.

From the National Park Service.

Region: West
State: California
Designation: National Historical Park
Entrance fee: None listed

Trail data for this park is still being added.
Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to San Francisco Maritime.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

Visitor Center

Mon: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Tue: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Wed: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Visitor Center: Open daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Weather and when to go

San Francisco is located in a Mediterranean climate. The rainy season usually lasts from November to March. The warmest months are usually September and October. The famous San Francisco fog begins rolling in through the Golden Gate in the spring and can persist throughout the summer months. That said, the city can be foggy and windy any time of the year, so if your visit to “sunny California” includes a stop in San Francisco, bring some warm clothing. The average annual temperature is 62.5°F (16.9°C).

Getting there

The park is located within the city limits of San Francisco, in the Fisherman's Wharf neighborhood, on the shoreline of San Francisco Bay.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address: 2905 Hyde Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 447-5000
Email: ronald_robles@nps.gov
Official site: nps.gov/safr

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for San Francisco Maritime

Tell us your dates and what you are into. We group the stops by where they are, so each day is one part of the park, not a zigzag.

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Things to do in San Francisco Maritime

The park service's own list, with how long each takes.

Enjoy the Beach at Aquatic Park Cove

Saltwater Swimming · about 45 min

Enjoy the beach and calm water of Aquatic Park Cove. Swim, paddle, or play in the sand.
Visit Hyde Street Pier and the Historic Ships

Arts and Culture · about 45 min

Visit Hyde Street Pier and the collection of historic ships at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
Agents of Discovery at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Self-Guided Tours - Walking · about 45 min

Agents of Discovery® is an educational mobile game that enables players to become a secret “Agent” and explore the Park in a fun new way. Unlock hidden geo-located challenges, sol…