Pier 41, Ferry terminal at Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, United States
Pier 41 is a ferry terminal in San Francisco Bay where boats depart to Sausalito, Oakland, Vallejo, and Angel Island, with service provided by Blue and Gold Fleet. The structure extends into the water with designated boarding areas, ticket counters, and waiting zones arranged throughout its length.
The terminal opened in 1868 as a ferry station connecting San Francisco to Sausalito, establishing a vital transportation route before modern roadways were built. This foundational role in moving people across the bay shaped the development of the region for more than a century.
The pier functions as a gathering point where travelers and local commuters meet before boarding, connecting distant communities across the water. Daily rhythms here follow the ferry schedules, creating a steady flow of people moving in and out of the city.
The F Market streetcar line stops directly at the terminal, making it easy to reach from other parts of the city without a car. Bicycle racks are available on site, and parking facilities at the nearby Pier 39 are accessible for those arriving by vehicle.
Passengers departing from here can see four major San Francisco landmarks in one journey: the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island spread across the water. This combination of views from a single departure point makes the route memorable for first-time visitors.
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