Safety

San Francisco Maritime is located in a busy, urban environment, and the promenade along the Aquatic Park Cove beach is a lively part of the city. Be aware of fast-moving bicycles, runners, walkers, baby strollers, skateboards, and uneven pavement while you enjoy the view.

If you are parking a car nearby, make sure to lock your car and take any valuables with you. Anything left visible through your car windows can put your vehicle at risk of break-ins and theft.

The historic vessels are moored along Hyde Street Pier and are boarded by walking on gangways. The ships are floating and the gangways move, so please use the handrails. And gangways, decks of ships, even the pier, can become slippery when wet.

Hyde Street Pier is a wonderful place to take a walk but please don’t climb or sit on the wooden railings that line both sides of the pier. And when you are aboard the ships and exploring, always keep at least one foot on deck.