San Francisco is called the City by the Bay – and for good reason. As a waterfront city, San Francisco’s culture over the years has been informed and shaped by the sea. This influence is greatest seen in Fisherman’s Wharf. Fisherman’s Wharf is located in the northern area of San Francisco directly on the Bay. This area of the city over the years has become a major destination for tourists yet holds within it a rich history. During the Gold Rush in the 19th century San Francisco saw a boom in population and enterprises. Many Italian immigrants settled in San Francisco and took up Fisherman’s Wharf as a place of work. The immigrants settled in nearby North Beach and worked just down the road on the docks. It is from this community of Italian fisherman in San Francisco that the local, delicious, fish stew delicacy cioppino was born (a stew combining mussels, crab, clams, shrimp, scallops, squid and fish mixed with tomatoes in wine sauce). Fisherman’s wharf has maintained elements of its past such as the long lasting and well liked Seafood restaurants and fresh seafood stands throughout the area. Pompei’s Grotto and Alioto’s for example have been in Fisherman’s Wharf for generations and serve delicious fresh seafood daily. A local favorite is a bowl of warm crab soup, lobster bisque or clam chowder in a fresh sourdough bread bowl. Stands in Fisherman’s Wharf serve these daily.
As times have changed, so has Fisherman’s Wharf. Fisherman’s Wharf is now home to many restaurants and a number of attractions that tourists from all over the world come to visit. Pier 39 is a famous shopping district located at Fisherman’s Wharf. Pier 39 is the edge of Fisherman’s Wharf and is home to the Aquarium of the Bay, arcades, shops, restaurants as well as incredible views of California sea lions. Pier 39 gives one unprecedented views of the Golden Gate bridge, Alcatraz, Angel Island and the Bay Bridge. There are Bay Cruise ferries that depart from Pier 39 as well. Fisherman’s Wharf is also home to the Wax Museum, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park and Ghirardelli Square. It is not an uncommon site to be walking around Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf and stumble across incredible street performances as well. The festive atmosphere, central location, fascinating history and delicious food make Fisherman’s Wharf a must-visit destination for all who come to San Francisco. The good news is Apex Transportation can help.
At Apex Transportation we offer all of our clients comprehensive limousine transportation to and from Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. Whether you are interested in visiting just Fisherman’s Wharf, or making it part of a longer adventure throughout San Francisco, Apex is here to help. Our services are available to and from anywhere in the Bay Area. With one call to Apex, you can discuss your journey with our knowledgable staff. They are ready and willing to help you make your limousine adventure to Fisherman’s Wharf one as memorable as possible. Our fleet of beautiful, state of the art limousines are the perfect combination of luxury and beauty. Each vehicle is driven by a professional limousine driver with years of experience and knowledge of San Francisco and the surrounding geography. We believe that safety is the number one most important thing on every single limousine ride – that’s why all of our cars are up to date with safety and mechanical inspections. Each ride with Apex is as safe as it is comfortable. No matter the group size, Apex has something to offer you. Just give us a call today and book your Fisherman’s Wharf limousine adventure. We’ll be waiting for your call so what are you waiting for?
