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Sue Bierman Park
3.5
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lwj
By lwj
“Sue Bierman Park (formerly Ferry Park)”
Dec. 2019
According to Wikipedia, Sue Bierman Park was also known as Ferry Park and was named after Sue Bierman, a San Francisco civic activist and Supervisor. The park was constructed in front of the San Francisco Ferry Building, which itself was remodeled into an upscale gourmet marketplace in 2003. The 5.3 acres of land that currently make up the Park (formerly Ferry Park) previously served as on-ramps and off-ramps for the Embarcadero Freeway. The freeway was demolished after being damaged by the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. The park is an open area of green in the middle of the concrete and asphalt of San Francisco's Financial District... a place to enjoy a little bit of nature and sun (on good days). It is also an area that you could find the homeless camping.
PaleoGypsy
By PaleoGypsy
“A Nice Patch of Green Space”
May 2019
Sculptures, gardens, commuters, visitors, and homeless people share this space. The blooming plants add beautiful colors. This is a wonderful shortcut if you are heading to the Metro Station from the piers. If you have the time or inclination, take photos of the gorgeous plants.
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Neighbourhood: North Waterfront/Embarcadero
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  • Embarcadero • 5 min walk
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Port of San Francisco
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Ferry Building Marketplace
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Fireboat House (Pier 22 1/2)
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Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market
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California Welcome Center
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NFL Shop Pier 39
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Embarcadero Center
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San Francisco Carousel
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Mohandas K. Gandhi (Gandhi Statue)
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lwj
San Jose, CA6,891 contributions
Sue Bierman Park (formerly Ferry Park)
Dec. 2019
According to Wikipedia, Sue Bierman Park was also known as Ferry Park and was named after Sue Bierman, a San Francisco civic activist and Supervisor.
The park was constructed in front of the San Francisco Ferry Building, which itself was remodeled into an upscale gourmet marketplace in 2003.
The 5.3 acres of land that currently make up the Park (formerly Ferry Park) previously served as on-ramps and off-ramps for the Embarcadero Freeway. The freeway was demolished after being damaged by the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake.
The park is an open area of green in the middle of the concrete and asphalt of San Francisco's Financial District... a place to enjoy a little bit of nature and sun (on good days).
It is also an area that you could find the homeless camping.
Written December 9, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
PaleoGypsy
Philadelphia, PA2,137 contributions
A Nice Patch of Green Space
May 2019 • Couples
Sculptures, gardens, commuters, visitors, and homeless people share this space. The blooming plants add beautiful colors. This is a wonderful shortcut if you are heading to the Metro Station from the piers. If you have the time or inclination, take photos of the gorgeous plants.
Written May 22, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Richard C
Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK4 contributions
Nice
Jul. 2017 • Family
Kids were a bit big for the park, but would be good for younger children. Around the park though, there were lots of homeless people sleeping during the day.
Written July 23, 2017
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Robert S
Lawrence, KS2,775 contributions
Good park to relax in, and a great playground.
Jul. 2016 • Couples
This park is great for locals or tourists to take a break in. And, touring families with kids will love the innovative playground, because the kids never want to take a break.
This is the kind of civic project that enhances life in the city for everyone.
Written July 21, 2016
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lhymowitz
Portland, OR73 contributions
Clean fun safe playground
Aug. 2014 • Business
This lovely new playground is a great spot for your kids to get their wiggles out. Lots of climbing structures. Activities for different age groups.
Written August 29, 2014
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san francisco1,129 contributions
Nice park (nothing special for adults)
Jun. 2014 • Solo
This is a nice park across the Embarcadero from the Ferry Building. One interesting (Korean) statue but otherwise just a quiet park for sitting and enjoying lunch. Pictures tell it all.

PS: there is a lovely playground for kids to play it.
Written June 24, 2014
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Taliamisu
4 contributions
Perfect playground for the kids on your trip to SF
Mar. 2014 • Family
This playground is across the street from the Ferry Building and an easy street car ride from the Warf and Pier 39. Our 3 & 5 year old LOVED IT and requested to go back each day we were in SF. It provided a nice break from all the activities and walking and sightseeing, us "big people" like to do. Plus the Ferry Building offers great food choices so we timed it mid-day to enjoy lunch as well.
Written April 3, 2014
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