Afshin A.

Beautiful public access fishing and recreational pier Pier 7 is a wooden plank pier constructed on the site of the original Pier 7 which was demolished after it was damaged in the October 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. The original pier, built in 1901, was the oldest structure on San Francisco waterfront and was used as a terminal for passenger ships and boats. It was later used for storage, and after a 1973 fire was converted to a parking lot. The new Pier 7 is arguably the most beautiful pier in the city. It was designed to serve both fisherman and tourists and the architects nailed it! The design brings back images of a different Victorian Age. Standing on the pier and looking towards the city one can see the Transamerica Pyramid and the rest of San Francisco skyline. Turn you head to the right a bit and there is the Coit Tower! With your back to the city you have a gorgeous view of the Bay Bridge and Treasure Island. If you are into photography, get there at sunrise or sunset!

Robert S.

Great place to enjoy the scenery, people fishing and the trans America tower from the pier.

Maria P.

I have passed by this spot numerous times, how have I not stopped to enjoy the lovely view from this perspective until now? It was such a lovely day in San Francisco and the beautifully aligned lights that adorn the pier from end to end caught my eye. We sat for a sweet second, enjoying the quiet solace, before continuing on to lively Pier 39. I enjoyed my dulce de leche macarons from Miette Patisserie piece by piece as I watched birds flying overhead, families walking the pier, and the water ebb and flow below. It's the simple things in life. I imagine the view being just as lovely in the evening as the city lights turn on and Bay Bridge illuminate. Stop by here if you want to getaway from the hustle and bustle of the Ferry Building and Fisherman's Wharf. Seats are plentiful and views are free.

Robert K.

I Did A Little Photo-Shoot At The Pier.... Pier 7 To Be Exact! It's Got That Old Wood Boardwalk With Lamp Posts Dating Back To God Knows When... Call Him! He'll Tell Ya... lol. This Is A Perfect Spot During Sunset. That Lighting Though.

Ed U.

I remember the scene where Michael Douglas argued with his partner Gus in "Basic Instinct". It happened here just before Gus got...well. Oh and there was a scene in that classic TV-movie, "Visions of Murder" between Barbara Eden and James Brolin on this pier where Jeannie, I mean, Barbara has a vision of... Oh dear, I see a pattern here although I don't recall having any near-death experiences strolling on the weather-worn planks of this picturesque boardwalk. Day or night, it provides Instagram moments (photo: http://bit.ly/2Hizk8D). The pier juts out 840 feet toward Treasure Island from the Embarcadero just as you pass by Coqueta (review: http://bit.ly/2CoDcBn). The water at the end of the pier is pretty deep at 35 feet which makes it ideal for fishing and less than ideal for the rest of us who have to smell the fish and other lingering odors. There are plenty of benches on this part of the pier (photo: http://bit.ly/2EInDth), but the more attractive sights can be found toward the south especially in the evening when the Bay Lights come on. Luckily there are benches with plenty of available seating along each side to allow you to take in the beauty of this part of the city. Walking back to the Embarcadero, you look directly at the Transamerica building. It would make a great murder scene in a movie. Oh wait...been there, done that.

Monica B.

Why would I give a pier five stars? Because it's one of the happiest memories I have from this trip. Recently, I was in the Bay Area for business. My friends and I went to Pier 39 for lunch and decided to take a walk. We ended up at Pier 7. Even though it was a bit warm that day and we were tired from travel, I felt re-energized the minute I stepped on Pier 7. It was a great walk full of the bumps you would expect to find on a wooden pier. It was great for people watching as I strolled past folks on benches or taking in the view. As people jogged by me, I took in the cool breeze and continued to the edge. When I got to the end, I stayed awhile. I took pictures of the bridges, the boats, and the locks on the fence. I sat on the bench and watched birds fly by. I wondered why they didn't make a walking bridge across the water. Even the walk back felt refreshing on a Sunday afternoon. Those are some of the best memories from this trip and it was totally free!

Robert T.

I have been taking night photos at Pier 7 since about 2006. I really love the great view of the cityscape of San Francisco I can capture on my camera from this pier.

Megan Y.

This pier is gorgeous! After running out of things to do at the infamous Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39, we decided to continue walking down The Embarcadero and found ourselves at Pier 7. It happened to be right as the sun was going down so it was very romantic, but also very windy and cold. It seemed like not a lot of people were making their way down to the end of the pier, but I think it was totally worth it! The view out along the water is beautiful and if you turn around to look at the city it is equally beautiful. The boardwalk is a little uneven and may not be the best for older people because even I tripped a couple of times. However, this is a great spot to breathe in some fresh air and take a couple of beautiful photos!

Daniel B.

Pier 7 is a public pier located along the Embarcadero in San Francisco. This is a great pier for a number of reasons. Reason #1: It has breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay, the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, Yerba Buena Island, and Treasure Island as well as the downtown San Francisco (Financial District and Telegraph Hill) cityscape. Reason #2: It's not filled with tourists like Fisherman's Wharf and the Ferry Building. Reason #3: It's relatively quiet, safe, and clean. It doesn't smell of raw fish and it's not overrun with seagulls. There are several trashcans. Reason #4: There is plenty of seating thanks to many water-facing benches. Sit back, relax, and take in the magnificent views. Bring a snack, drink, book, or just yourself. This is a great place to hang out and unwind. Reason #5: It's perfect for visiting day or night. Along its entire length, the pier is lined with numerous lamp posts. These make for terrific nighttime photos (not to mention the Bay Lights on the Bay Bridge). Reason #6: It's free! Pier 7 measures in at almost 850 feet in length, which I've read makes it the second-longest pier in San Francisco. It's excellent for a casual, picturesque walk. Compared to other piers in the city, it's narrow, but still plenty wide for group strolls. Like other piers, you'll see a fair amount of fishermen here. Pier 7 is less than a 10-minute walk from the Ferry Building. It's a bit of a hike from Fisherman's Wharf (about 1.5 miles, 30 minutes walking). If you're visiting from out of town and the Ferry Building is one of your stops (and the weather is nice), definitely check out this pier. You won't regret it. Enjoy!

Anthony W.

Great place for a nice evening walk or endpoint for your jog. Usually not crowded, you can experience some serenity on this pier in the midst of the bustling Embarcadero. Tip: the uneven wooden board walk isn't the best for your knees if you're jogging here.

Cory R.

I love this little romantic pier! It's a perfect escape from the nearby bustling city. Walk the wooden pier with gas lamps out to the water and enjoy views of the bay, city, and the bay bridge. This is a perfect place to fish, take photos, or go for a stroll after dinner. There are benches all long the pier in case you'd like to have a seat and soak in the views. I recommend a visit!

Surbhi V.

This place according to me is one of the best spots on Embarcadero to admire the Bay bridge, go for a walk and take some pictures. Not too crowded and you'll usually see people with cameras. Specially good for golden hour or sunset which shows exactly at the back so you have a nice view of the city skyline. There's also a big boat called San Francisco Belle standing there which adds to the scenery. Love this spot!

Ana Madeleine U.

What an amazing pier to come alone or with friends. It never seems too packed, has gorgeous views of the city and Treasure Island both during the day and at night, crabbing and fishing allowed, access allowed 24/7, public restroom at the beginning of pier, drones are surprisingly allowed to be flown at the end of the pier, and benches all throughout. We came here for crabbing twice at 11pm and at 7am with our cheap crabbing hoop and raw chicken. We pulled up TONS of crab (dungeness and rock crab) every time both at night and in the morning, but most of them were too small to take home. We also saw fishermen reeling in lots of small fish. I love coming here, we always bring a pack of good beer, a small portable speaker and our crabbing gear. Tips: -if crabbing, bring measuring tape or you'll be fined -street parking is enforced almost 24/7 check the meters or use Pay by Phone app -bring your drone it's allowed! But of course watch out for windy weather, you'll lose that baby in the water -watch out for seals, they'll eat your crabbing bait. We fed a cute fat seal some chicken and it followed us around the pier and was a complete crabbing cock blocker -come at night the view and lighting is unreal -if you're hungry, three great/pricey restaurants at the end of the pier: Coqueta, Waterfront, and La Mar (la mar is my favorite of the three their ceviche is so good)