Timeline
10:00
Grab a bite at Pier Market. It is one of the better seafood options on the Wharf with fast, friendly service and low prices. The fish is fresh and the menu includes clam chowder and sandwiches.
11:00
Walk to the Blue & Gold Fleet ferry terminal at Pier 41. Take the ferry across the bay to Angel Island. This historic California State Park is the largest island in San Francisco Bay and was once known as the "Ellis Island of the West".
12:00
Explore Angel Island. Spend the afternoon picnicking, hiking, biking, or boating. You can also camp or play baseball. If you prefer to relax, lounge on one of the many beaches.
Local tip
Angel Island is a wildlife preserve, so bring water and snacks if you plan to hike extensively. Check the ferry schedule in advance as departures are frequent but limited.
Check before you go
- Pier Market hours: Winter Mon-Thu 11AM-9PM, Fri 11AM-10PM, Sat Sun 10:30AM-9PM. Summer Mon-Thu 11AM-10PM, Fri 11AM-11PM, Sat 10:30AM-11PM, Sun 10:30AM-10PM.
- Blue & Gold Fleet ferries run from Pier 41. Check current route and schedule.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Francisco (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).