San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Board the fleet of historic vessels: square rigger, schooners, steam tug and ferryboat. "Cargo Is King!": descend into the lantern-lit hold of 1886 ship Balclutha filled with cargo, stories, and films that link San Francisco to the world. Visitor Center "Voyages" exhibit features the Farallon Island lighthouse lens, gold rush artifacts, a real shipwreck; and a "Sailors Den" for books, activities and documentary videos. The Aquatic Park Bathhouse features spectacular WPA era murals and architecture. Maritime research library. Ranger-led walking tours and programs daily, times vary.