San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Closure Caution Information See 4 current alerts
Current alerts (4)
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Closure
Hyde Street Pier Closure
Hyde Street Pier and access to historic ships will be closed to public until further notice starting 11/04/2024 in preparation for Hyde Street Pier renovation work. Limited public access to the ships is available on Saturdays and Sundays at Mare Island.
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Caution
Sick Birds and Wildlife, H5N1
Be cautious around sea lions, and dead or sick birds. If you get “bombed” by a bird, wash with soap and water immediately, monitor for signs of illness, and call your doctor. Report beached, sick or distressed wildlife to Wildlife Mortality Reporting.
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Information
Replace Bocce Ball Court Retaining Wall
Project work begins on Monday, February 9 to replace the bocce ball 50-foot retaining wall in order to improve existing infrastructure and enhance visitor safety. Several parking spots on lower Van Ness will be fenced off and the bocce ball court will not be accessible for the duration of the project, slated through August 2026. Please be aware of machinery, work, and signs.
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Municipal Pier Permanent Closure
Municipal Pier is closed permanently. After a safety review with the U.S. Public Health Service, it was determined that the deterioration of Municipal Pier in Aquatic Park Cove is unsafe for public use.
Hours
Visitor Center
| Every day | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving (closed)
Visitor Center: Open daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Maritime Museum
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day
The Maritime Museum is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Historic Ships at Mare Island Vallejo
| Monday – Friday | Closed |
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| Saturday – Sunday | 12:00PM - 4:00PM |
The historic ships are berthed temporarily at the Mare Island Coal Sheds and can be seen from the Coal Sheds promenade. The ships come and go, depending on their maintenance schedules. The park will open one ship or more at Mare Island in Vallejo, CA on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm, pending staff availability.
Research Center
| Monday – Friday | 1:00PM - 5:00PM |
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| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day - Closed (closed)
The Maritime Research Center is open Tuesday through Friday by appointment only. Contact our Reference Library (415) 561-7030 to make an appointment, for assistance with your research, or for more information. Appointment availability is subject to staffing levels and may be available during the hours listed. The Research Center is located at 2 Marina Blvd. (Fort Mason Center), Bldg. E, 3rd floor.
Hyde Street Pier
| Monday – Sunday | Closed |
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Hyde Street Pier is closed indefinitely.
Visitor centers
San Francisco Maritime Visitor Center
San Francisco Maritime Visitor Center
| Monday – Sunday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: San Francisco Maritime Visitor Center
Maritime Museum
Maritime Museum
| Monday – Tuesday | Closed |
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| Wednesday – Sunday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
The Maritime Museum is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
About this park
Established in 1988, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park celebrates America’s maritime heritage on the Pacific Coast. Our 50-acre park has grown around Aquatic Park Cove, a protected area in the stunning San Francisco Bay. As you explore the cove and the historic landmarks around it, you will experience the sights, sounds, and stories of the city’s seafaring past.