Sea Lion Viewing Area

The Sea Lion Viewing Area along the Embarcadero in San Francisco showcases hundreds of playful and comical California sea lions. This popular area is colorful and lively, with some of San Francisco’s best photo opportunities. The sea lions spend most of their time basking in the warm sun or resting on the old piers. Be sure to bring a zoom lens to capture the closest possible shots of these delightful creatures. Boat trips available in the area give you the chance to get even closer for great snaps. Even if you don’t take a boat trip, you’ll have a chance to observe plenty of sea lions frolicking in the water.