Ferry Building Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Ferry Building in San Francisco. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise (90 Minutes)

• San Francisco Food Tour: Ferry Building and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

• San Francisco Combo: Ferry Building Food Tour and Alcatraz

• San Francisco Private Group City Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk

• San Francisco Private City Tour

The Ferry Building in San Francisco is free to visit, but guided tours offer insight into its history and food scene. Group food tours start around US$95, while Alcatraz combo tours cost about US$180. Private city tours that include a stop can cost several hundred dollars.

Yes, the Ferry Building is worth visiting. This beautifully restored 1898 landmark sits on the Embarcadero, near Market Street and en route to Fisherman’s Wharf. It’s a working ferry terminal and also home to a popular food hall featuring local vendors, artisanal shops, and iconic Bay Area food purveyors.

Tour experiences vary, but popular food tours begin at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market (open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday) before heading inside the Ferry Building. You'll sample local favorites—ice cream, bread, and chocolate—while exploring the food hall. Along the way, guides share stories about the landmark building’s architecture and history.

Yes, the Ferry Building is a good spot for kids, especially those curious about the ferries outside or craving a sweet treat like ice cream. While food hall prices can be high, it’s a fun stop. For more kid-focused fun, head to the Exploratorium, a short walk down the Embarcadero.

Yes, the Ferry Building has two public restrooms, located at either end of the food hall near the north and south passageways to the ferry terminals. Both are wheelchair accessible and clearly signposted, making them easy to find while exploring the building or waiting for a ferry.