San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
California
Free entry
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.
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No entrance fee.
Hours
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.
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Things to do
Maritime Voices Cell Phone Audio Tour
Enjoy the Beach at Aquatic Park Cove
Visit Hyde Street Pier and the Historic Ships
Agents of Discovery at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Be a Junior Ranger at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Visitor centers
Maritime Museum
San Francisco Maritime Visitor Center
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