Toddlers Love Fisherman's Wharf

No San Francisco native would recommend staying at Fisherman's wharf and some probably would even avoid visiting it. It's similar to Times Square to us New York City natives. But we chose it anyway after several recommendations from friends. It would not be a top pick for us but with young kids in tow, this is probably the perfect spot.

I am staying at the Tuscan Inn, but all the chains are down here all on a single block. There's a Marriott, a Holiday Inn, a Sheraton, a Hyatt all here on North Point. We chose the Tuscan Inn by price alone and I would recommend following the same approach. Some other hotels might offer breakfast, but there is a Safeway and Trader Joes just down the block from us so we picked up some simple groceries and had breakfast in our room.

Outside, there's just plenty to do. My son just loves watching the street cars and bread making at Boudin's. There's the famous seals near Pier 39. There is the aquarium, ferries,  and the carousel. And then there is Ghiradelli's ice cream. I'll have my review up on TripConnect when I get back with all the details.

But for now, stay at the wharf is my first recommendation.