Embarcadero, CA

San Francisco

Embarcadero Plaza featuring central business district and a city
Embarcadero Plaza featuring a bridge, a sunset and a river or creek
San Francisco which includes outdoor art, a garden and a city
Embarcadero Plaza showing outdoor art, a city and skyline
Embarcadero Plaza showing a garden, street scenes and a city

Satisfy your appetite for adventure, entertainment and great food at San Francisco’s bustling waterfront. 

The Embarcadero is a long and broad stretch of waterfront in San Francisco’s Financial District. It runs from AT&T Park, home of the San Francisco Giants, to Pier 45, one of the area’s numerous piers. Along its course are shops, restaurants, attractions and open spaces. You’ll also discover such tourist hits as the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood and Pier 39, a waterfront hub of shops, restaurants and attractions.

The best way to take it all in is with a leisurely walk along the bay. Joggers also love this part of the city for its view of the sea and cool breezes off the water.

The Embarcadero is a magnet for foodies on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday when the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market offers a wide variety organic offerings. More than 100 vendors line the pavement outside of the Ferry Building from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Browse the stalls selling flowers, fruit, cheese, vegetables, ice cream and pre-prepared meals. Even if you are not going near a kitchen during your vacation, pick up some ready-baked goodies and fresh produce from the friendly stall owners at the market. On market days join up with a cooking class run by the Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA).

The Ferry Building, located at the foot of Market Street, is a great place to explore. This grand structure features a 240-foot (73-meter) clock tower modeled in a 12th-century Spanish style. It’s a fun place to people-watch and dine in one of the gourmet bistros or cafés. At the back of the Ferry Building enjoy uninterrupted views across the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge to the south. The nearby Embarcadero Center is a destination shopping and entertainment center for tourists and locals alike.

Just over a mile north from the Ferry Building, at the foot of Bay Street, is Pier 33. Here you’ll find more places to people watch and eat lunch or grab a coffee, as well as the tour boats and the ferry to Alcatraz. A little further north is the Aquarium of the Bay and Fisherman’s Wharf. Investing in a cityPASS gives you all-in-one bargain access to these attractions and more.

The Embarcadero is an easy, level area of the “city of the seven hills,” making it perfect for a leisurely afternoon of walking. However, cable cars do run the length of the wharf road in both directions.


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Embarcadero Hotel Deals

Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel

4 out of 5
165 Steuart St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NT$4,475 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
NT$4,475
NT$6,646 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
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"Great location, comfortable room and bed."

Reviewed on 2025/8/12

Harbor Court Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NT$3,958 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
NT$3,958
NT$5,894 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,672 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, only thing was that it took several hours to check in because of a computer issue."

Reviewed on 2025/8/15

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is NT$5,376 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
NT$5,376
NT$7,739 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,807 reviews)
"Its nice and cozy. But i need to say this: water pressure was so bad. No sleepers"

Reviewed on 2025/8/18

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Fully refundable
The price is NT$3,033 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$3,033
NT$3,449 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
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7.6/10 Good! (2,046 reviews)
"I had an awesome stay, no complaints."

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Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NT$3,574 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
NT$3,574
NT$4,206 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,636 reviews)
"Nice beds need just more cleaning"

Reviewed on 2025/8/17

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is NT$3,676 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
NT$3,676
NT$4,327 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,430 reviews)
"Great property. Amazing staff, so kind and helpful. Not sure about parking. Decently located. Lots of public transportation around. I felt safe. The views and pool are the selling point. A touch outdated like ceilings carpets and light switches and bathroom doors. Main areas are updated though. Great ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/18

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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4.5/5(1,246 area reviews)

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4.5/5(2,699 area reviews)

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Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

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4/5(5,164 area reviews)

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3/5(1,084 area reviews)

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4.5/5(1,100 area reviews)

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Embarcadero, CA