Spanning five blocks in the heart of San
Francisco's prime commercial district, Embarcadero Center
is one of the largest mixed-use complexes in the Western
United States. With a unique history, Embarcadero Center
offers four million square feet of office and retail
space. Embarcadero Center is comprised of five office
towers, and three interconnected shopping levels within
four towers operated by Boston Properties.
Known for its diverse business and entertainment facilities,
the Center features more than 100 retail shops and restaurants,
a five-screen cinema and services to meet your every
need.
History
Originally known as the Barbary Coast, the Downtown
Waterfront District has a rich history that dates from
the Gold Rush, a rough-and-tumble era that ignited when
gold was discovered in California during the 1840's.
From April to December 1849, more than 700 vessels steamed
through the Golden Gate filled with fortune seekers
hoping to strike it rich. Many of these ships were beached
in their berths and converted to warehouses, offices
and saloons, the first commercial enterprises near where
Embarcadero Center now stands.
Location
Embarcadero Center is located in between San Francisco's
Financial and Waterfront Districts, running from Battery
to Drumm Streets, in between Sacramento and Clay Streets.
Please visit our Parking & Directions page for detailed
information about how to reach your destination.
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, please call the Embarcadero Center
Management Office at 415.772.0700.
EC Public Art Collection:
Enjoy Embarcadero Center's world renowned collection
of exciting public art. As you explore the complex and
several adjacent buildings, you'll uncover a treasure-trove
of artwork from artists Louise Nevelson's imposing Sky
Tree to Jean Dubuffet's cartoon-like La Chiffonniere.
This collection was created by Embarcadero Center
developer David Rockefeller and Embarcadero Center
architect John C. Portman, Jr., who shared the vision
of integrating fine architecture with fine art.
With a diverse collection of pieces, we trust you'll
enjoy this outstanding assemblage of San Francisco's
public art.
EC Art Exhbition Program:
In addition to the Sculpture Tour, Embarcadero Center
hosts an ongoing art exhibit throughout the Center,
displaying works from both established and new San
Francisco Bay Area talent.
If you're a SF Bay Area artist interested in showing
your work in the EC Art Exhibition Program, please
let us know. Click here for the Program Guidelines.
