
Pier 43 Ferry Arch
Pier 43 Ferry Arch
San Francisco, United States
Last updated: February 11, 2026
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**★★★★★ Donald Becker — a month ago
HISTORY ALERT! Pier 43, located at Fisherman’s Wharf, is best known for its historic Pier 43 Ferry Arch, built in 1914 as part of the Belt Railroad system. The arch served as a decorated hoisting tower used to load and unload rail cars onto ferries before the construction of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridges. During its busiest years, the pier was a vital transportation link, moving goods and passengers across the bay. After a devastating fire in 1998, the structure was restored in 2002–2003, pres
**★★★★★ Iryna Kabanchuk — 3 months ago















