Located at the west end of San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf, this park includes the fleet of national historic landmark vessels at Hyde Street Pier, a visitor center, a maritime museum, and a maritime library. Visitors can board turn-of-the-century ships, tour the museum and learn traditional arts -- like boatbuilding and woodworking. The Park offers educational, music and craft programs for all ages, and provides unique opportunities for docents, interns and volunteers to learn more about the nation's maritime heritage.

Operating Hours & Seasons

Visitor Center (499 Jefferson Street): 9:30am-7pm (Memorial Day to October 1) and from 9:30am-5pm (October 2 to May 30). Museum Building (Foot of Polk Street/900 Beach Street): open daily, year-round, 10am-5pm all year. Hyde Street Pier (Foot of Hyde Street): open daily, year-round 9:30am-5:30pm all year. Maritime Library (Building E, Third Floor, Fort Mason Center): year round -- Wednesday-Friday - 1pm-5pm, Saturday - 10am-5pm.

The visitor center, museum, and pier are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's days.