Ghirardelli Square
Ghirardelli Square
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11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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A group of renovated factory buildings filled with shops, restaurants and galleries.
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2-3 hours
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- JJJC_Family808 contributionsJust went for the ice cream and a good excuse to walk a littleWhen we visit SF, we try to come here for ice cream, usually a hot fudge sundae, which we shared this time. At an outrageous $15, it was a true guilty pleasure, but we enjoyed, so what the hell. We walked to the park ( National Park, no less, well less, actually ) across the street so we could look out on the water while we indulged. By the way, it's the excellent fudge that makes this truly worthwhile, although they were a bit stingy on it, this time. If we had more time, I would like to have explored the complex, it was already dark and we had a long walk back to our hotel. The funny thing, I don't think we ever did step into the complex in our visits there. What a waste.Visited August 2022Written December 13, 2022
- Michael MLos Angeles, California1,532 contributionsShopping Area That's Not All ChocolateOutdoor shopping area (stores are indoors) featuring some unique merchandise here and there. There are multiple Ghirardelli locations, we found the one on the lower level facing Beach Street to have a minimal line. Nice for a quick stop, but not necessarily a place you'll find yourself for a while.Visited December 2022Written January 8, 2023
- Aaron ShelbyAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates190 contributionsA Sweet ExperienceChocolate, Chocolate, and more CHOCOLATE! Fulfill your cocoa dreams here in this square filled with local shops and cafes geared towards tourists. We stopped in for a free chocolate sample before splurging in the gift shop on chocolate bars, brownie mixes, and hot cocoas. Definitely make sure to stop by to satisfy your chocolate fix!Visited July 2022Written February 5, 2023
- Kimberly9 contributionsWorth the visitA wonderful tourist experience. Definitely in the hun of a tourist trap but worth the experience. The Ice cream was divine and chocolate aplenty of course. A hot fudge sundae was $16 for one scoop of ice cream. Souvenirs were minimal.Visited August 2023Travelled with friendsWritten August 9, 2023
- debiknowsCalgary, Canada105 contributionsLove Ghirardelli!The views were amazing, felt like the safest place down by the wharf, we spend our entire weekend there. Brunch at The Palette Teahouse, pricey but amazing. Happy hour and two dinners at Mccormicks, also fantastic, they cater to birthdays nicely too., Beers at San Fran Brewery. Some chocolate of course. It saved our trip since the rest of the wharf was very run down. Lots of restaurants closed.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten October 4, 2023
- Natalie DunnAuckland, New Zealand5 contributionsBought dessert and chocolate at Ghirardelli Square chocolate storeDuring our trip to San Francisco not long ago, we bought some chocolate and also had a dessert too. The dessert was so good, sweet and delicious. The chocolate was also good too with lovely packaging. Staff were helpful in helping me choose my dessert. Definitely recommend coming here when you visit San Francisco.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten October 24, 2023
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Michael K
991 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Family
This is a plesant upscale shopping area with restaurants and arcades. Parking is conveniently located in the adjoining parking garage. The waterfront area is just across the street from the square.
Written November 27, 2023
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wombatdavid
Hobart, Australia2,481 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
We had a walk through here and saw cheerleaders doing a routine. The chocolate shops were not great.
Written November 13, 2023
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Dr Javed Rasheed
Kurnool, India2,685 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Visited this place on the 14th of May 2023 while I was in San Francisco. Ghirardelli Square, considered the first successful adaptive reuse project in the country, has a history that spans more than a century and covers three continents. This specialty retail and dining complex, housing shops and restaurants, was originally a chocolate factory established by Domenico “Domingo” Ghirardelli.Well, that was the history of this place. One can experience the Chiradelli Chocolate Experience here and these ice creams are famous since 1864 ! An awesome experience !
Dr. Javed Rasheed
Dr. Javed Rasheed
Written October 31, 2023
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Natalie Dunn
Auckland, New Zealand5 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
During our trip to San Francisco not long ago, we bought some chocolate and also had a dessert too. The dessert was so good, sweet and delicious. The chocolate was also good too with lovely packaging. Staff were helpful in helping me choose my dessert. Definitely recommend coming here when you visit San Francisco.
Written October 24, 2023
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Honey
United Kingdom88 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
A visit to San Francisco is never complete without dropping by Ghirardelli Square. Apart from the chocolates, they have the best chocolate sundae yet! Always worth every visit!
Written October 17, 2023
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LAP
17 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Friends
Overpriced crappy $15 "sundaeas".
Many, many vendors trying to take your money for "world famous SF product", we tried all, they were all disappointing, save you money.
Many, many vendors trying to take your money for "world famous SF product", we tried all, they were all disappointing, save you money.
Written October 11, 2023
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StephenCross
Dublin, Ireland18,407 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
This is the ultra famous chocolate brand that mostly comes in squares. The square is all about the brand and loads of chocolate for sale ! Tempting!
Written October 8, 2023
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debiknows
Calgary, Canada105 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
The views were amazing, felt like the safest place down by the wharf, we spend our entire weekend there. Brunch at The Palette Teahouse, pricey but amazing. Happy hour and two dinners at Mccormicks, also fantastic, they cater to birthdays nicely too., Beers at San Fran Brewery. Some chocolate of course. It saved our trip since the rest of the wharf was very run down. Lots of restaurants closed.
Written October 4, 2023
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Kay G
Llandudno, UK169 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Solo
Nice little square to stop for a coffee
There is the chcolate shop which I goid too.
The famous chocolate sundaes are here too
There is the chcolate shop which I goid too.
The famous chocolate sundaes are here too
Written September 14, 2023
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Brad
Albuquerque, NM365 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Super clean, high end, delicious chocolate. We got the classic hot fudge sundae and loved it. Nice restrooms and other restaurants nearby.
Written September 10, 2023
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Jakejohn98
Glenside, PA12 contributions
Anyone know the name of the great Italian restaurant near here
mini
Fremont, CA179,603 contributions
Cioppinos in Fisherman Wharf area - 5 minute or so walk away.
estive com minha família em fevereiro de 2018 na fábrica de chocolates Ghirardelli paramos o carro na rua em frente à fábrica e para nós surpresa ao voltarmos depois da visita à fábrica tinham arrombado nosso carro( quebraram o vidro do porta malas) e roubado praticamente tudo, prejuízo enorme! só não foi pior porque os passaportes e demais documentos estavam comigo na minha bolsa; mas máquina fotográfica; computador,e muitas outras coisas os batidos levaram, fiquei muito chateado porque o segurança da fábrica disse que era bem comum esse tipo de roubo por lá; embora o local seja de turismo e tenha muito movimento isso não impede a ação deles; mesmo assim a fabrica não se preocupa em colocar alertas; plaquinhas; qualquer tipo de informação que avise do perigo( como a gente vê na cidade de Paris as plaquinhas avisando dos “batedores de carteira”)
JorgeRSPOA
Porto Alegre, RS963 contributions
Lamento que tenha tido este prejuízo. Felizmente não tive o mesmo problema no local. No local Twin Peaks, morro de onde se tem excelente vista da cidade, a polícia avisa os turistas para não deixar nada dentro do carro, seria oportuno esse aviso nas proximidades da Ghirardelli. deixei de alugar SUV´s no EUA justamente porque elas, lá, não tem aquela cobertura no porta-malas, e a bagagem fica exposta, não sei se foi o seu caso. Nos estacionamentos dos outlets é muito comum ocorrer este tipo de coisa, os marginais ficam observando as pessoas chegando com sacolas e voltando ao outlet e aí agem.
estive com minha família em fevereiro de 2018 na fábrica de chocolates Ghirardelli paramos o carro na rua em frente à fábrica e para nós surpresa ao voltarmos depois da visita à fábrica tinham arrombado nosso carro( quebraram o vidro do porta malas) e roubado praticamente tudo, prejuízo enorme! só não foi pior porque os passaportes e demais documentos estavam comigo na minha bolsa; mas máquina fotográfica; computador,e muitas outras coisas os batidos levaram, fiquei muito chateado porque o segurança da fábrica disse que era bem comum esse tipo de roubo por lá; embora o local seja de turismo e tenha muito movimento isso não impede a ação deles; mesmo assim a fabrica não se preocupa em colocar alertas; plaquinhas; qualquer tipo de informação que avise do perigo( como a gente vê na cidade de Paris as plaquinhas avisando dos “batedores de carteira”)
Tommo
Melbourne, Australia49,654 contributions
What are the operating hours? Tripadvisor shows 23:00 whilst it seems the website says 18:00.
waller1234
Torrance, California80 contributions
Each store is different. Ghirardelli ice cream parlor stays open late.
Jeannie T
Appleton, WI
Does Ghiradelli Square have other shops in addition to the chocolate?
KarenFromTexas
Denver, CO179 contributions
The Ghirardelli square has several shops, yes, including a gourmet food and kitchen gadget shop, and is really lit up nicely during the winter months. We were there just after Christmas in January and it was still very festive. Plenty of shopping besides chocolate shops. Enjoy some Ghirardelli hot chocolate on a cool evening, it is delicious!
Mercedes S
1 contribution
Do you have to pay for airport shuttle bus service?
dreamergirl4686
South Salem, NY350 contributions
If the Bart isn't running because it is early morning you can buy a ticket with Super Shuttle. We used the Bart to get in to the city.
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