Fisherman's Wharf

Greetings from Fisherman's Wharf!

As the New Year arrives, we're ready to welcome you to Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco's #1 visitor destination! If you're visiting in January, there are fun attractions to visit, things to do and see, and places to dine and relax. We also have New Year's Eve events and other special offers for you to enjoy!

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Date/Time	Event Information
December 31 Dinner service begins at 5:00 p.m., with last seating at 10:30 p.m.	New Year's Eve at Neptune's Waterfront Grill & Bar! To start off the New Year, we have a new name and new look, with a focus on our roots in providing authentic San Francisco cuisine, featuring sustainable, fresh, local ingredients and premium meats, as well as seafood with a handcrafted touch. For New Year's Eve, we are pulling out all the stops and winding down 2011 with style! A three-course, elegant prix fixe menu for $50.00 per person (excludes tax and gratuity) or dine "ala carte" from a special menu of crowd-pleasing Neptune's favorites and signature dishes. DJ music, dancing, and a complimentary midnight champagne toast will make it an evening to remember! Location: PIER 39 (the bay end, Second Level) For more information or reservations: Call 415-434-2260 Website: www.pier39restaurants.com
December 31 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (dinner service); 9:00 p.m. to 12 midnight (music)	An Italian New Year's Eve! Enjoy the taste of classic Italian cuisine and classic San Francisco for your New Year's Eve! Reserve your table at Caesar's where local Italians have rung in the New Year since 1956 and join in our tradition. Dine on local seafood, rack of lamb or filet mignon, select pasta with porcini mushrooms or a cheese gnocchi, then sip a wine from Santa Barbara or Sicily. Singer and DJ Ronnie-O will lead the way to midnight with the tunes of Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and more. Hosts Luigi and Matteo invite you to celebrate New Year's 2012 with Caesar's. Location: 2299 Powell Street (at Bay) For more information or reservations: Call Luigi Romani, 415-989-6000 Website: www.caesarssf.com
December 31 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.	New Year's Eve 2012 at The Hard Rock San Francisco Ring in the New Year at The Hard Rock Cafe with live music by Rebel Yell, the Ultimate 80s Band and Mad House, 70s, 80s, 90s & 2000s Party Band! Tickets are $30 (advance until December 15th); $40 (after December 15th). Must be 21 and over. Purchase at the Hard Rock. Location: Entrance to PIER 39 For more information: Call 415-956-2013 Website: http://www.hardrock.com/locations/cafes3/cafe.aspx?LocationID=97&MIBenumID=3
Now through January 1 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m.	Holiday Lights & Sights Tour Experience the lights and sights this holiday season aboard a San Francisco Classic Cable Car, a holiday tradition for over 5 years. Some are the original cars from the California Street line dating back to the late 1800s/early 1900s. All other cars were built from the ground up using the original cable car blueprints, and constructed of solid oak and brass. Our 1 1/2-hour tour includes: a complimentary Santa's hat; free candy cane; songs that encourage the holiday spirit (sing along if you like!); and the lights and sights of San Francisco! Locations: 2776 Taylor Street (on the corner of Taylor and Jefferson) and Union Square/Geary Street (between Powell and Stockton) For more information: Call 877-887-8225 Website: www.classiccablecars.com/Holiday.aspx
January 1 Grand City Tour, 9:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.; Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour, 9:00 a.m.	Celebrate the Season with a Grand City Tour or Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour with Tower Tours! On New Year's Day, bring your family on a sightseeing experience filled with the joy of the holidays as you explore the beautiful sights of San Francisco! OR, search for Santa's reindeer at the famous Muir Woods Monument on board our Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour! Ring in the New Year with Tower Tours! Location: 865 Beach Street at Ghirardelli Square For more information or reservations: Call 415-345-TOUR (8687) Website: www.towertours.com
January 19-22 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily	Anniversary of the Sea Lions' Arrival at PIER 39 Join PIER 39 and the boisterous California sea lions "hauled out" in PIER 39's West Marina as we celebrate 22 years of playful sea lion antics. Since their unexpected arrival shortly after the 1989 earthquake, PIER 39's sea lions have become an international sensation, delighting guests from all over the globe daily! In partnership with The Marine Mammal Center and The Bay Institute, guests will be educated about sea lions and what life is like under the bay waters, as well as a special meet-and-greet with Salty the Sea Lion and more! Location: PIER 39 West Marina For more information: Call 415-705-5500 Website: www.pier39.com
Now through January 31 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Monday-Thursday); 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Friday); 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Saturday); and 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Sunday)	Dungeness Crab at Pier Market We are featuring local Dungeness crab all month long! Voted "Best Seafood in San Francisco" by KRON 4 TV, Pier Market is an authentic family-owned and operated fish house with some of the freshest seafood in the city. Devour mesquite-grilled fish and meats, and award-winning clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls while overlooking the bay and the PIER 39 sea lions. Location: Lower Level in the middle of PIER 39 For more information: Call 415-989-7437 Website: www.piermarket.com
Now through January 31	Rendezvous at GSQ An iconic historic landmark steeped in the history of San Francisco, the re-imagined Ghirardelli Square is a vibrant urban destination offering an exciting variety of creatively-inspired boutiques, notable restaurants, engaging activities, and seasonal events appealing to hip local residents and area visitors. With its diverse mix of retail, dining and entertainment offerings, Ghirardelli Square has elevated the quintessential "City by the Bay" experience, attracting families, food and wine lovers, young professionals, and tourists to rediscover the perfect way to shop, sip, and savor a perfect San Francisco day! Location: 900 North Point Street (between Larkin and Polk) For more information: Call 415-775-5500 Website: www.GhirardelliSQ.com
Now through January 31 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Monday-Thursday); 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Friday-Saturday); and 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Sunday)	Seasonal Dungeness Crab Menu at Fog Harbor Fish House Fog Harbor Fish House is offering a special Dungeness Crab Menu with more than twenty delicious fresh crab dishes, including Garlic Roasted Crab, Asian Roasted Crab, Crab Salad and more. Enjoy the seasonal specials while you take in San Francisco's "Best Scenic View" as voted by OpenTable diners. View our Seasonal Crab Menu. Location: Entrance of PIER 39, Second Level For more information: Call 415-421-2442 Website: www.fogharbor.com
Now through January 31 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Friday); 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Saturday); and 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Sunday)	Players Sports Grill & Arcade -- Your Sports Headquarters Make Players Sports Grill & Arcade your sports headquarters and catch all the NFL playoffs and NBA action on our 35 HDTVs! Our arcade, full bar and Tiki Bar, with sweeping bay views, makes Players the ultimate Sports Grill & Arcade in San Francisco. Players, your #1 place for fun! Location: On the bay end of PIER 39 For more information: Call 415-981-6300 Website: www.playerssf.com
Now through January 31	Buy One, Get One Half-Price Hot Beverages at Ben & Jerry's Buy a Hot Float and/or a Flavored Hot Chocolate and get another at half-price! Not valid with other offers or discounts. Locations: 475 Jefferson Street (next to Argonaut Hotel) and Pier 41 For more information: Call Melody Chong, 415-894-0444 Website: http://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/
Now through January 31 Ticket valid for use during normal tour hours, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily	A Special Offer for San Francisco Bay Residents Open Top Sightseeing is offering all Bay Area residents a special promotion for the holiday season. Buy one 24-hour Adult ticket and receive an additional 24-hour Adult ticket free. Passengers must present this newsletter page to redeem offer and show proof of local address. Offer limited to one free ticket per person. Location: 99 Jefferson Street For more information: Call Kimberley Patten, 415-312-4289 or kimberley@opentopsightseeing.com Website: www.opentopsightseeing.com
Now through January 31	The Wax Museum at Fisherman's Wharf and Alcatraz Tour Combo The Wax Museum and Alcatraz Cruises team up to offer a "killer" package for the season! A self-guided tour of The Wax Museum and a ticket to tour "The Rock" in San Francisco Bay. Also includes a BonusWax Museum Souvenir Guide Book. Package can only be purchased online! It would be criminal to pass up this special offer! Locations: The Wax Museum, 145 Jefferson Street; Alcatraz Cruises, Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing For more information: Call Jeanette Guire, 415-202-0416 Website: www.waxmuseum.com
Now through January 31	January Special: $11 Off Sightseeing Tours - Visit Us Online or Get Our iPhone App BayCityGuide.com has two ways now to save on sightseeing tours: GuideYou.com and CityGuideDeals, a free iPhone app available from the iTunes Store. Free hotel pick-up for most tours. $37.95 - #1 Deluxe 3 1/2-hour San Francisco City Tour (reg. $49). All the landmarks! Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Victorians, Wharf, more! $67 - Napa/Sonoma Wine Tour and Tastings (reg. $75). Best one-day wine tour! Three wineries with tastings! $63 - Monterey/Carmel (reg. $71). Cannery Row, 17-mile drive, Pebble Beach! $43 - Muir Woods/Sausalito (reg. $51). 1,000 year-old Redwoods, Sausalito waterfront! $42 - Double-decker bus tours, 4-in-1 Tour (reg. $49.99). 48-hour Hop-on, Hop-off, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Sausalito and night loops. Other tours available.
Now through January 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Monday-Thursday); 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Friday-Saturday); and 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Sunday)	Watch NFL Playoff Games at Wipeout Bar & Grill Watch the playoff games at Wipeout Bar & Grill on our giant projection screen TV. With a wide-open patio and outdoor bar, roaring fire pit, celebrity-signed surfboards and world-famous beach signs, Wipeout Bar & Grill is San Francisco's wildly popular surfing restaurant. Location: Entrance of PIER 39, Lower Level For more informations: Call 415-986-5966 Website: www.wipeoutbarandgrill.com
Now through January 31 Departs from San Francisco before 7:00 a.m. and returns to the city around 8:00 p.m.	$10 Off Yosemite in Winter 1-Day Tour Get the most out of Yosemite while exploring Yosemite Valley during the beautiful winter snow season. We generally stop to see El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls and Inspiration Point. If the weather and trail conditions permit, the tour may also give you an opportunity to hike into a grove of Giant Sequoia trees. Audio tour in different languages available. Tour Office Location: 501 Bay Street at Bay (Cable Car turnaround) For more information or reservations: Call 415-357-0700, toll-free 1-866-231-3752, or contact@extranomical.com Website: www.extranomical.com
Thursdays through Saturdays, through March 28, 2012 5:30 p.m.	California Twilight Cruise On this relaxed 2-hour cruise, enjoy views of the spectacular city lights, live guitar entertainment, hearty appetizers from the buffet, and a hot or cold beverage from the bar in a warm and cozy atmosphere. Cruise along the nightly-lit skyline of San Francisco with its modern skyscrapers and historic landmarks, past the infamous island of Alcatraz, under the impressive San Francisco Bay Bridge and the legendary Golden Gate, while sharing drinks with friends and family. The buffet includes a variety of sandwiches, salads, fruit and dessert. Heated indoor spaces with large viewing windows and upholstered seating, as well as outdoor viewing decks are available. Location: Pier 43 1/2 For more information: Call 673-2900 or sales@redandwhite.com Website: www.redandwhite.com
Now through March 31 Varies by location	Get to Know Your Golden Gate National Parks The National Park Service and Park Partners have teamed up once again for the second season of "Get to Know Your National Parks!" This winter season, visit Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Cliff House, and the Beach Hut at Crissy Field in San Francisco to receive unique prizes! Visit our Facebook page for more details on this special promotion. For more information: Call 415-438-8343 Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/GetToKnowGGNP
	Bike San Francisco This Winter! Join our 10 a.m. or NEW 1 p.m. Daily Guided Tours (up to 3 hours) where you'll follow a pro from Fisherman's Wharf to Sausalito and return by ferry; or plan your own adventure on one of our Self-Guided Tour routes, including Golden Gate Park, Marin Headlands, and other satisfying bike rides -- choices are endless! Our staff and large fleet, including tandem and electric bikes, will accommodate your every need. Fun for ALL ages -- kids bikes and accessories available. Daily Guided Tours are $65.00 per person, including guide, bike rental, and ferry ticket. Bike San Francisco with Bay City Bike! Location: 2661 Taylor Street (between Beach and North Point) Reservations: Reserve online and save 10% off Website: http://www.BayCityBike.com
	San Francisco Getaway Package Enjoy an overnight stay at the Radisson Fisherman's Wharf! Each stay includes 4 one-way Cable Car passes, breakfast for 2 adults, and parking. Packages are based on availability. Location: 250 Beach Street For more information: Call 415- 617-6523 or knourie@radissonfishermanswharf.com Website: http://www.radisson.com/san-francisco-hotel-ca-94133/cafisher
Every Saturday 2:00 p.m.	San Francisco Magic on the Bay Starring Peter Morrison Come see this energetic, world-class show that's great for all ages! Set in the beautifully remodeled Bay Theater at Aquarium of the Bay, this state-of-the-art, Vegas-caliber experience combines Peter Morrison's family-friendly, clean comedy with stupefying illusions and inexplicable feats of mentalism. Experience this 75-minute show packed full with classic and modern magic, jaw-dropping routines, impossible predictions and more. This highly entertaining interactive performance even gives audience members a chance to participate! Tickets can be purchased online and at the door. (They expire three months after the purchase date.) Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Adults - $34.95; Seniors - $24.95; and Children - $19.95. Location: Embarcadero at Beach Street For more information: Call 415-623-5333 Website: www.aquariumofthebay.org