When the weather is nice this is a wonderful place to visit on foot. Within walking distance is a vibrant tourist district along the Piers and the surrounding few blocks that head inland. If you want to work off some of that buffet or drinks package you are a block away from the Coit Tower stairs. Two different routes that wind their way through the hillside neighborhood.
Again the Hop On Hop Off ...
When we got off the ship planning to catch a trolley, there was a free shuttle service to Pier 39 which has a lot of restaurants, eateries and other entertainment. We arrived around 10:15 but left by 11:30 because it was getting very crowded. I found a couple of bargains and we took the free shuttle back to the ship. San Francisco is a beautiful city and very walkable. ...
We spent two nights and days and got another good deal in Groupon for a two day pass an evening cruise[Sausalito bus included] on The Hop On Hop Off Bus that stops at the pier. ...