Photo taken by Andrei Taranchenko

Whether commuting for work or traveling for pleasure, San Francisco is easily accessible from Marin via the convenient Ferry system. With ports in Tiburon, Larkspur and Sausalito, getting to and from the city is quite simple, making many area attractions just a boat ride away.

As part of Reason #31, we talked about enjoying a ferry sunset cruise on the Bay. Now here are some daytime activities, including Angel Island, Alcatraz and downtown San Francisco – in fact, you can even take a ferry to a San Francisco Giants game. And when a little someone known as Paul McCartney played AT&T Park earlier this summer, special ferry service was added. How’s that for public transportation?

Alcatraz: Known for once harboring some of the world’s most notorious criminals, Alcatraz is now a national park and one of San Francisco’s finest tourist attractions. A trip to Alcatraz can give you a wonderful history lesson, as well as an unbeatable view of San Francisco. On a nice day, be sure to plan enough time for your trip to walk the grounds, which are exquisite when the flowers are in bloom. You can even take the Hornblower Hybrid, the nation’s first hybrid ferry.

Angel Island: Angel Island State Park is a wonderful natural resource rich with history. There are several ways to enjoy the island, including tram tours, beachcombing, listening to live music at the oyster bar and picnicking. If you’re looking for a more active adventure, you can navigate one of the islands many trails all the way to the top of Mt. Livermore (the highest peak). From there you’ll be presented with 360 degree views of the Bay, where on most days, you can count all five Bay Area bridges.

Downtown San Francisco: San Francisco is a world-class city, so there’s no end to things to do – restaurants, museums, shopping and attractions. If you’re looking for delicious food, you don’t need to venture any further into the City than the Ferry Building Marketplace. Here you can find everything from artisan cheese to fresh local fish to homemade chocolates. There are food stands as well as restaurants, so whether your appetite is large or small, you’ll leave satisfied.

San Francisco Giants Game / AT&T Park: Between bridge fare, parking and traffic, getting from Marin to 24 Willie Mays Plaza (the home of the San Francisco Giants) can be a hassle. However, with the ferry it’s a little bit easier because the Larkspur Ferry goes straight to the ballpark and direct service is available for all games except weekday day games. Now, can you smell the garlic fries? 

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