Pumpkin Pandemonium at PIER 39
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: (415) 705-5500
- Cross Street:
- Beach Street at The Embarcadero
- Hours:
- Daily 10am-10pm
Insider Tips
ParkingA pay lot is available across the street. Validation is only available from full-service restaurants.
User Reviews for Pumpkin Pandemonium at PIER 39
04/24/2007 Posted by sarbear1982
This was one of the first places my boyfriend and I went to visit in SF. Before our trip I researched places on the internet and came across the website pier39. com and they have live webcam overlooking the sealions. I thought that was awesome and that is the first thing I looked for. I called up my parents to have them go on the internet so my daughter can see me while she was talking on the phone with me. That was a special moment I had since I was so far from home so that is why the webcam was my favorite feature. Also you can see everything from the bridges to Alcatraz.
Pros: great views, webcam
Cons: none
08/02/2006 Posted by lovesfun
Ok, I know what all San Franciscans think: PIER 39 is nothing but a tourist trap. That's why I never really visited when I was growing up. Yeah I'll admit, that's what this native thought too... until now. When a few out-of-town friends visited me this summer, of course they wanted to see this big attraction. Well, I've got to tell you how different this place is from my expectations! First of all, I never noticed it had two levels. I love those adorable sea lions, the food tastes great and you just can't beat those views. If you stand on the bridge that links the parking garage to the second level, you get a great 360 view of the City skyline, Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge. The brochure touts more than 110 shops, and boy, do I believe it. There are so many cute things, from silver charm bracelets, to crazy hats, to a pet gift shop! Plus, you gotta love how accessible this place is on public transportation. Even though I'm not a fan of MUNI buses, the historic trolleys make it a pretty charming ride.
Pros: Awesome views, cute sea lions, easy access on public transportation
Cons: Touristy, but locals can have a good time too
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