San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, located on the edge of San Francisco Bay, in the Fisherman's Wharf neighborhood, is a park that can be visited year round.

Begin with a trip to the Visitor Center (415-447-5000), located on Jefferson Street at the corner of Hyde Street (map). Park Rangers will help you plan your visit and point the way to Hyde Street Pier.  

Walk onto the pier to visit the park’s collection of floating historic ships and for breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge.