Ghirardelli Square
- Address:900 North Point Street, San Francisco
- Hours:Open daily
- Admission:Free
Good for Families, Good Place to Drink, Good Place to Eat, Good Place to Shop, Plaza / Square
11:14 AM Sunday, May 27
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Willy Wonka would tip his hat to Domingo Ghirardelli, whose business became the West's largest chocolate factory in 1893. The square is no longer a factory, of course. Since then, it’s evolved into a handsome three-level luxury mall with spiffy boutiques, spas, and wine-tasting rooms – care for a massage and some merlot with your chocolate?
Sit in the sun and watch street performers, who regularly entertain at the West Plaza and fountain area. If your sweet tooth beckons, surrender to its desire with a "world famous" Ghirardelli hot fudge sundae at the old-fashioned soda fountain inside the mall.
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Took the tour and did not get off the bus for the entire loop then repeated the loop and got off to see the sights. Very short wait times to get back on the bus and each tour guide was very informed on the area and the history which made it very interesting. Used the Hop on Hop Off aspect of the service as our main source of transportation during the 2 days we were sightseeing and would do it again the next time we visit. A huge value for the money!!
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Had a great experience on this tour. Victoria one of our tours guides was excellent very informative and funny at the same time. Would
highly recommend
An absolute godsend, the two day pass is worth every penny, with frequent buses and plenty of interesting stops. We stopped on the
bus for the whole trip the first day, and was
entertained by the knowledgeable guide "Mamma Vicki". It is worth pointing out, that it would have been worth spending a little bit more to include the Alcatraz excursion, which is practically booked out. Viator always
is very professional, reliable, and worth every
penny of their trips. We have used viator to book excursions in other countries, and have
never been let down. A credit to the tourist industry.
Practical Info
Ghirardelli Square makes for a perfect respite if you’re exploring nearby Aquatic Park and Fisherman’s Wharf, which are both a short walk away. Bordered by Beach, Polk, Larkin, and North Point streets, Ghirardelli Square is accessible by car and public transportation. It’s also near the Powell-Hyde Cable Car Turnaround and the scenic F-Market streetcar.
