TLPA
93rd
Annual
Convention
&
Trade
Show
San
Francisco
Attractions
By:
Sam
Amato
1
Location
Fisherman's
Wharf
Description
Fisherman's
Wharf
is
one
of
the
top
San
Francisco
locations
to
see
for
people
of
all
ages
and
interests.
Known
for
its
quirky
souvenir
shops,
amazing
seafood
at
a
variety
of
price
ranges,
and
fun
tourist
attractions,
this
destination
is
a
"
must
visit”
for
travelers.
The
most
popular
areas
of
Fisherman's
Wharf
are
Pier
39
and
Ghirardelli
Square.
Top
visited
attractions
include
the
Wax
Museum,
Ripley's
Believe
it
or
Not,
and
the
Boudin
Bakery,
which
sells
the
infamous
San
Francisco
sourdough
bread.
2
Pier
39
at
Pier
39,
located
at
Fisherman's
Wharf,
is
popular
among
San
Francisco
locals
and
Fisherman's
Wharf
tourists.
It's
a
fun
spot
to
bring
a
date
or
spend
quality
time
with
friends
and
family.
Visitors
will
never
be
bored
with
Pier
39's
many
fun,
touristy
shops,
delicious
seafood
dining
options,
and
family
friendly
attractions.
Children
will
love
the
Aquarium
of
the
Bay
and
the
sea
lion
dock,
as
well
as
Magowan's
Infinite
Mirror
Maze
and
Turbo
Ride
4‐D
Experience.
Frequent
Flyers,
a
fun‐filled
bungee
trampoline,
is
great
for
all
ages!
Take
a
ride
around
on
the
Bay
Cruise
Adventure
for
San
Francisco
sightseeing
or
aboard
the
high
speed
RocketBoat
(recommended
for
thrill
seekers!).
You
have
not
fully
seen
San
Francisco
until
you
have
visited
Pier
39
at
Fisherman's
Wharf.
3
Ghirardelli
Square
at
Fisherman's
Wharf
Originally
bought
by
the
sons
of
Domingo
Ghirardelli
in
1893
for
their
family's
expanding
chocolate
business,
Ghirardelli
Square
is
now
home
to
many
fine
specialty
shops
and
restaurants
such
as
Ana
Mandara,
Cellar360,
Crown
&
Crumpet,
McCormick
and
Kuleto's,
Wattle
Creek
Winery,
and
of
course,
the
Ghirardelli
Ice
Cream
and
Chocolate
Shop.
Polk,
Lark,
Beach,
and
North
Point
Streets
make
up
the
four
sides
of
Ghirardelli
Square.
This
part
of
Fisherman's
Wharf
is
recommended
(but
not
limited)
for
dates,
special
occasions,
and
events.
4
Haight
Ashbury
District
The
Haight
Ashbury
District,
a
neighborhood
more
commonly
known
as
"The
Haight",
is
San
Francisco's
hippy
district.
Filled
with
exclusive
boutiques,
high‐end
vintage‐clothing
shops,
second‐hand
stores,
Internet
cafés
and
hip
restaurants,
the
Haight
is
one
of
San
Francisco's
commercial
centers
that
evokes
images
of
the
long‐gone
'60s
hippie
culture.
Neo‐
punks,
club
kids,
fashionites,
tourists
and
neighborhood
folks
are
equally
at
home
here,
whether
they
have
come
to
get
a
new
piercing,
grab
a
burrito,
find
the
latest
drum
'n'
bass
12‐inch
or
just
people‐watch
from
a
café.
Upper‐Haight
(from
Stanyan
to
Masonic)
is
more
of
a
shopping
zone,
whereas
Lower‐
Haight
(Divisidero
to
Webster)
is
more
of
a
diverse
neighborhood
with
a
grittier
feel.
Lower‐
Haight
contains
many
different
bars
and
clubs,
making
this
location
a
nightlife
haven.
5
Cliff
House
Part
of
the
Sutro
Historic
Landscape
District,
the
world‐famous
Cliff
House
has
something
for
all
to
enjoy.
Locals
and
travelers
visit
the
Cliff
House
for
a
casual
fun
afternoon,
an
elegant
evening
out,
or
a
play
day
with
the
family.
They
can
stroll
along
Ocean
Beach,
hike
the
amazing
Lands
End
trails,
explore
the
famous
Sutro
Bath
ruins,
and
more.
The
Camera
Obscura
spot
contains
"ancient
technology"
that
gives
close‐up
views
of
Seal
Rocks.
Cliff
House's
two
dining
options,
Sutro's
and
Bistro,
allow
people
to
enjoy
good
dining
and
beautiful,
panoramic
oceans
views
at
the
same
time.
End
the
visit
with
a
stop
at
the
Cliff
House's
gift
shop
for
some
historic
memorabilia,
travel
books,
and
unusual
gifts.
6
Golden
Gate
Park
San
Francisco's
Golden
Gate
Park
contains
many
free
and
low
budget
attractions
for
locals
and
visitors.
These
attractions
include
the
De
Young
Museum,
Japanese
Tea
Garden,
Academy
of
Sciences,
Conservatory
of
Flowers,
Children's
Playground,
the
waterfall
at
Strawberry
Hill
and
more.
Golden
Gate
Park
is
most
popular
on
Sundays,
when
special
events
are
held
and
certain
roads
are
blocked
off
to
cars
to
allow
bikers,
joggers,
dog‐walkers
and
other
outdoor
lovers
to
enjoy
the
park
in
a
more
open
space.
People
can
also
reserve
spots
for
barbeques,
rent
pedal
boats
or
bikes,
and
many
other
outdoor‐fun
options.
7
de
Young
Museum
San
Francisco's
de
Young
Museum
of
Golden
Gate
Park,
founded
in
1985
and
at
Golden
Gate
Park
renovated
in
2005,
is
a
treasured
destination
for
residents
and
visitors.
The
de
Young
Museum
integrates
art,
architecture,
and
the
natural
landscape
in
one
multi‐faceted
destination
that
will
inspire
audiences
from
around
the
world.
de
Young's
priceless
collections
include
American
art
from
the
17th
through
the
20th
centuries,
Textile
arts,
and
art
of
Africa,
Oceania,
and
the
Americas.
Special
exhibits
are
also
featured
throughout
the
year.
Among
the
art
collections
of
de
Young
Museum
are
special
features
such
as
the
144‐
foot
tower
in
the
northeast
corner
of
the
building
that
gently
spirals
from
the
ground
floor
and
the
public
sculpture
garden
and
terrace.
A
public
observation
floor
offers
panoramic
views
of
the
entire
Bay
Area.
8
Japanese
Tea
Garden
at
Golden
Gate
Park
Known
as
the
oldest
public
Japanese
garden
in
the
U.S.,
the
Japanese
Tea
Garden
of
San
Francisco's
Golden
Gate
Park
features
beautiful
monuments,
bridges,
native
Japanese
plants
and
ponds
that
is
a
can't‐be‐missed
photo
opportunity
for
visitors.
Guests
can
also
relax
with
a
cup
of
authentic
Japanese
tea
and/or
delicious
traditional
Japanese
confections
offered
at
the
Tea
House.
Stop
by
the
gift
shop
for
authentic
Japanese
items
such
as
teacups,
sake
sets,
elegantly
wrapped
green
tea,
traditional
toys,
and
more.
9
Presidio
The
Presidio
of
San
Francisco
historically
served
as
an
army
post
under
the
flag
of
three
nations
for
218
years.
Part
of
the
Golden
Gate
National
Recreation
Area,
the
Presidio's
architectural,
historic,
natural,
and
scenic
landscapes
are
preserved
and
protected
today
as
a
national
park
for
all
to
enjoy.
Visitors
planning
a
trip
to
the
Presidio
can
hike
the
over
25
miles
of
trails
available,
bike
the
14
miles
of
paved
roads,
or
view
historic
military
architecture,
and
explore
tidal
marshes
and
beaches.
A
world‐class
board‐sailing
area
borders
Crissy
Field,
while
fishing
and
crabbing
opportunities
abound
from
the
nearby
rocks
and
pier.
The
park
also
contains
numerous
sports
facilities,
including
a
golf
course,
bowling
alley,
tennis
courts
and
athletic
fields.
10
Golden
Gate
Bridge
The
Golden
Gate
Bridge,
an
internationally
recognized
symbol
of
San
Francisco,
CA,
first
opened
to
vehicle
traffic
in
May
1937
and
is
acclaimed
as
one
of
the
world's
most
beautiful
bridges.
Named
after
the
Golden
Gate
Strait
that
opens
San
Francisco
Bay
into
the
Pacific
Ocean,
the
bridge
is
not
painted
gold
or
red
(as
many
seem
to
think),
but
actually
"International
Orange".
This
specific
color
blend
of
red
and
orange
provides
contrast
to
the
fog
and
increases
visibility.
This
beloved
bridge
is
one
of
the
first
designations
for
many
visitors
and
you
have
not
truly
visited
San
Francisco
without
a
visit
to
Golden
Gate
Bridge.
Visitors
can
choose
the
option
of
driving,
bike,
or
walking
the
bridge
.A
Gift
Center,
located
in
the
historic
"Roundhouse",
and
is
available
for
purchasing
souvenirs.
Visitors
can
also
purchase
a
snack
or
lunch
at
the
Bridge
Cafe,
located
on
the
southeast
side
of
the
bridge.
Also
located
on
the
southeast
side
is
a
renovated
garden
area,
a
visual
treat
of
beautiful
flowerbeds
and
manicures
hedges.
11
Fort
Point
Fort
Point,
located
at
the
southern
side
of
the
Golden
Gate
Bridge
at
the
entrance
to
San
Francisco
Bay,
was
completed
just
before
the
U.S.
Civil
War
and
protected
the
San
Francisco
harbor
from
hostile
warships
and
foreign
attacks.
Its
beautifully
arched
casemates
display
the
art
of
the
master
brick
mason
from
the
Civil
War
period.
Fort
Point
is
now
preserved
as
the
Fort
Point
National
Historic
Site
of
Golden
Gate
National
Recreation
Area.
Visitors
can
view
special
programs
and
exhibits
designated
to
showcase
military
history
and
memorabilia
of
San
Francisco.
There
are
also
spectacular
views
of
the
Marin
Headlands
from
just
beneath
the
soaring
south
anchorage
of
the
Golden
Gate
Bridge.
12
Walt
Disney
Family
The
Walt
Disney
Family
Museum,
located
in
the
Presidio
neighborhood
of
San
Museum
Francisco,
opened
not
too
long
ago
in
October
2009.
Created
by
a
non‐profit
organization,
the
Walt
Disney
Family
Foundation,
the
museum
contains
10
permanent
galleries
that
are
dedicated
to
the
history
of
Walt
Disney's
remarkable
life
and
career.
A
must
see
is
the
miniature
model
of
Disneyland
located
in
Gallery
9.
Take
a
break
from
the
lovely
exhibits
to
grab
a
snack
at
the
Museum
Cafe,
operated
by
Wolfgang
Puck.
Don't
forget
to
purchase
a
souvenir
at
the
Museum
Store
located
on
the
first
floor.
13
Cable
Cars
and
San
Francisco's
cable
car
system
was
first
created
to
deal
with
the
city's
fearsome
hills
Cable
Car
Museum
and
can
be
found
in
Downtown,
Nob
Hill,
Russian
Hill,
and
Fisherman's
Wharf.
The
attraction
of
these
cable
cars
are
their
antique
appearance,
ringing
bells,
and
the
supposedly
"mysterious"
way
the
cable
cars
travel
up
and
down
the
steep
hills
of
San
Francisco.
The
two
main
lines,
Powell‐Mason
and
Powell‐Hyde,
start
at
the
Powell/Market
St.
turntable
and
are
the
most
popular
for
visitors
to
San
Francisco.
Riders
on
the
Powell‐Hyde
line
will
get
a
chance
to
view
the
famously
crooked
Lombard
St.
from
above.
The
California
St.
line
runs
through
the
Financial
District
and
are
used
mostly
by
city
commuters.
For
those
with
an
interest
that
goes
beyond
the
ride
experience
on
an
open
vehicle
that
runs
on
tracks
up,
down,
and
around
the
city,
there
is
a
Cable
Car
Museum
at
1201
Mason
St.
The
Cable
Car
Museum
contains
historical
information,
antique
cable
cars
for
view,
and
more.
The
museum
store
offers
a
variety
of
cable
car
memorabilia,
books,
clothing,
cards,
and
even
genuine
cable
car
bells.
14
Cannery
The
Cannery,
located
in
Del
Monte
Square
at
the
historical
end
of
Fisherman's
Wharf,
is
a
premiere
San
Francisco
destination
that
was
originally
built
in
1907
as
a
fruit
and
vegetable
canning
plant
for
the
California
Fruit
Canners
Association.
Today,
the
Cannery
is
a
vibrant
waterfront
marketplace
featuring
unique
shops
and
restaurants.
Live
entertainment
can
be
found
at
the
Del
Monte
Square
Courtyard.
In
the
past,
well‐known
entertainers
such
as
Robin
Williams,
Shields
and
Yarnell,
Jefferson
Airplane,
and
A.
Whitney
Brown
have
performed
on
the
Courtyard
stage.
Day
and
night,
The
Cannery
is
alive
with
festivities
and
activities
for
all
ages.
15
North
Beach
North
Beach
is
San
Francisco's
"Little
Italy"
and
can
be
found
adjacent
to
Chinatown,
Fisherman's
Wharf
and
Russian
Hill.
It
was
historically
home
to
a
large
Italian
American
population,
but
residents
today
now
include
young
urban
professionals,
families,
and
Chinese
immigrants.
The
district
still
retains
an
Italian
character
with
man
y
Italian
restaurants,
bakeries,
and
cafes.
North
Beach
is
a
popular
stop
for
lunch,
dinner,
or
a
simple,
but
tasty
coffee
and
pastries
date.
Delicious
Italian
desserts
such
as
gelato
and
tiramisu
can
also
be
found
at
the
many
cafes
and
small
shops.
It's
also
a
popular
pilgrimage
for
fans
of
the
Beat
movement
seeking
the
old
haunts
of
Kerouac
and
Ginsberg.
Besides
good
food
and
poetry,
North
Beach
is
contains
some
of
the
liveliest
nightclubs
and
bars
in
San
Francisco.
On
Broadway,
east
of
Columbus
Ave
serves
as
North
Beach's
nightlife
and
red‐light
district.
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Chinatown
San
Francisco's
Chinatown
is
the
oldest
and
largest
Chinatown
outside
of
Asia
and
a
major
tourist
attraction.
Although
the
main
Chinese
language
is
Mandarin,
most
residents
of
San
Francisco's
Chinatown
speak
Cantonese.
Visitors
feel
immersed
with
Asian
culture
as
they
walk
the
crowded
streets
and
discover
traditional
shops/markets
and
authentic
restaurants.
Chinatown
is
one
of
the
best
spots
to
purchase
souvenirs
and
taste
ethnic
food
from
different
parts
of
China
for
a
very
reasonable
price.
Stockton
and
Grant
are
the
main
streets
of
interest.
Specific
locations
to
target
for
a
full
experience
would
be
dining
at
a
dim
sum
restaurant,
visiting
the
Golden
Gate
Fortune
Cookie
Factory,
checking
out
a
local
herbal
or
teashop,
taking
a
photo
by
the
Gate
of
Chinatown
at
Grant
Ave
and
Bush
St.,
and
more.
One
would
be
lucky
to
visit
during
the
dates
of
an
event
and
get
the
opportunity
to
partake
in
one
of
the
many
fairs
that
occur
annually
where
many
different
food,
arts,
and
other
specialty
vendors
have
participating
booths.
17
Coit
Tower
Coit
Tower
was
constructed
in
1933
to
honor
firefighters
at
the
request
of
Lillie
Hitchcock
Coit,
an
eccentric
woman
that
adored
firefighters
ever
since
she
was
rescued
from
a
severe
fire
as
a
child.
It
is
said
that
the
design
of
the
tower
represents
the
nozzle
of
a
fire
hose.
Coit
Tower
sits
atop
Telegraph
Hill
and
besides
paying
a
tribute
to
brave
firefighters;
it
also
serves
a
beautiful
spot
for
people
to
view
the
city
of
San
Francisco.
The
view
from
the
base
if
free
and
for
a
small
fee,
people
can
access
the
top
of
the
tower
for
an
even
more
magnificent
view.
The
inside
of
the
tower
also
provides
beautiful
murals
that
explore
and
explain
the
history
of
the
area.
These
murals
were
part
of
the
Public
Works
of
Art
project
that
provided
jobs
to
artists
after
the
Great
Depression.
18
Lombard
Street
Lombard
Street
is
the
notorious
crooked
street
of
San
Francisco,
located
in
the
neighborhood
of
Russian
Hill
between
Hyde
and
Leavenworth
St.
It
is
a
one‐way
hill,
specifically
designed
with
eight
sharp
turns
(or
switchbacks)
to
prevent
cars
from
rolling
down
because
it
is
extremely
steep.
The
best
times
to
visit
and
photograph
is
during
the
Spring
and
Summer,
when
Lombard
Street
is
alive
with
color,
with
its
paved
red
brick
path
and
flowers
in
full
bloom.
The
best
view
of
this
crooked
street
is
at
the
bottom
‐
looking
up
and
watching
the
cars
go
down.
It
truly
is
an
incredible
sigh
t
to
see.
Staircases
are
available
on
the
sides
for
pedestrians
to
go
up
and
down
if
they
wish.
Many
people
prefer
to
experience
the
drive
down
Lombard
St.
and
then
pull
over
at
the
bottom
in
order
to
do
a
quick
stop
and
take
photos.
TIP:
Larger
vehicles
such
as
limousines,
large
vans,
shuttles,
and
busses
are
not
permitted
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Twin
Peaks
Located
almost
geographically
center
of
San
Francisco,
with
two
hills
standing
at
an
elevation
of
over
900
feet.
Twin
Peaks
is
known
for
offering
the
best
panoramic
views
of
the
Bay
Area.
The
drive
up
to
Twin
Peaks
is
stunning
and
should
be
a
must‐stop
on
every
San
Francisco
tourist's
list
of
places
to
go.
Twin
Peaks
is
one
of
the
few
places
in
the
city
where
one
can
see
both
the
bay
and
the
ocean.
Twins
Peaks
can
have
high
wind
and
fog,
but
even
on
a
foggy
day,
the
view
is
breathtaking.
Visiting
during
the
day
and
night
is
a
completely
different
experience
and
many
"lovers"
find
that
they
enjoy
the
twinkling,
romantic
lights
of
the
city
during
nighttime.
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Union
Square
and
Downtown
Shopping
San
Francisco's
downtown
shopping
area
is
concentrated
around
Union
Square
and
along
nearby
Market
St.
Home
to
some
of
the
most
expensive
and
exclusive
retailers,
many
of
the
world's
premier
designers
own
shops
in
the
area.
This
is
also
where
the
city's
major
department
stores
(Macy's,
Neiman
Marcus,
and
Nordstrom's)
and
one
of
its
largest
shopping
centers
(Westfield
Shopping
Center)
are
located.
Besides
shopping,
Union
Square
is
also
great
for
dining,
nightlife,
and
special
events
such
as
annual
fairs
and
festivals.
During
Winter,
Union
Square
is
transformed
into
an
outdoor
ice
skating
rink
for
all
to
enjoy.
Art
galleries
are
also
plentiful
for
those
interested
in
viewing
wonderful
work
by
regional
artists.
Union
Square
is
situated
by
some
of
the
city's
finest
hotels
and
with
its
amazing
central
location,
is
considered
by
visitors
as
the
best
area
to
reside
during
their
stay
in
San
Francisco.
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Palace
of
Fine
Arts
Originally
constructed
for
the
1915
Panama‐Pacific
Exposition
to
exhibit
works
of
art,
the
Palace
of
Fine
Arts
was
rebuilt,
renovated,
and
now
a
popular
attraction
for
tourists
and
locals.
It's
exterior
beauty,
designed
to
look
like
a
Roman
ruin,
is
a
favorite
spot
for
weddings
and
wedding
party
photographs
for
Bay
Area
couples.
Most
well
known
is
the
Rotunda,
with
a
dome
that
features
large
murals.
Although
Roman
in
style,
many
of
the
decorative
elements
were
Greek
influenced,
such
as
the
sculpted
weeping
maidens.
A
vibrant
part
of
the
Palace's
romantic
setting
is
the
small
artificial
lagoon
that
provides
a
mirror
reflection
of
the
grand
buildings
and
is
home
to
many
ducks,
swans,
geese,
and
other
forms
of
wildlife.
Part
of
the
Palace
of
Fine
Arts
is
the
Exploratorium,
a
hands
on
science
and
technology
museum
with
over
650
exhibits
on
light
and
color,
sound
and
music,
patterns
of
motion,
language,
and
other
natural
phenomena.
The
Exploratorium
is
a
nucleus
for
interaction
between
science,
science
education,
and
the
public.
The
Palace
of
Fine
Arts
also
houses
the
1003‐seat
Palace
of
Fine
Arts
Theatre,
which
is
available
as
a
public
rental
facility.
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Nob
Hill
&
Grand
Hotels
San
Francisco's
Nob
Hill
was
once
home
to
the
city's
wealthiest
citizens
and
today,
still
remains
an
upscale
neighborhood
and
an
enticing
place
to
live
or
visit.
Nob
Hill
was
most
desirable
to
live
at
during
the
Gold
Rush
times
and
many
wealthy
built
their
mansions
on
top
of
this
hill.
Some
of
these
mansions
are
still
in
existence
today.
Sights
to
see
in
the
Nob
Hill
neighborhood
include
the
Cable
Car
Museum,
Huntington
Park,
Grace
Cathedral,
and
the
Pacific
Union
Club
(also
known
as
the
Floor
Mansion).
Also
located
at
Nob
Hill
are
two
of
the
city's
grandest
hotels,
the
Intercontinental
Mark
Hopkins
and
the
Fairmont.
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Painted
Ladies
The
Painted
Ladies
of
San
Francisco,
also
known
as
"Postcard
Row"
or
the
"Six
Sisters”
are
a
row
of
elite
and
colorful
Victorian
houses.
The
Painted
Ladies
are
found
in
Alamo
Square,
one
of
the
11
historic
districts
in
the
city.
These
picturesque
Victorian
homes
are
amongst
the
most
photographed
in
San
Francisco
and
have
been
featured
in
many
shows
and
movies
that
were
filmed
in
the
city.
They
are
most
easily
recognized
from
the
opening
moments
of
a
1990’s
sitcom,
Full
House.
The
brightly
colored
houses
give
a
good
idea
of
the
architectural
style
that
was
predominant
in
San
Francisco
during
the
second
half
of
the
19th
century.
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Alcatraz
Alcatraz
Island
is
located
in
the
middle
of
San
Francisco
Bay
and
is
best
known
as
the
site
of
the
infamous
penitentiary
where
some
of
country's
most
notorious
criminals,
such
as
Al
Capone,
were
imprisoned.
Alcatraz
was
famous
for
being
the
prison
that,
despite
many
attempts,
no
one
could
escape,
mainly
due
to
the
cold
water
and
strong
current
in
the
bay
around
the
island. The
most
famous
attempt
to
escape
from
the
prison
was
that
by
the
Anglin
Brothers
and
Frank
Morris;
a
dramatized
version
of
the
escape
was
made
into
the
1979
movie
'Escape
from
Alcatraz'.
The
prison
closed
in
1963
after
29
years
in
operation
when
it
became
too
costly
to
maintain.
Post‐prison
years,
Alcatraz
Island
was
occupied
by
American
Indians
during
a
protest
movement
from
1969‐1971.
Today,
Alcatraz
Island
provides
tours
for
visitors
interested
in
exploring
the
prison
and
island
itself.
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Sausalito
Sausalito
is
a
Bay
Area
city
located
in
Marin
County
across
the
Golden
Gate
Bridge.
Sausalito,
Spanish
for
"little
willows"
was
named
so
after
the
Spanish
discovered
of
an
abundance
of
little
willow
trees
on
the
banks
of
its
streams.
Incorporated
in
1893,
it
is
a
prime
tourist
destination
spot
made
up
of
Mediterranean
style
and
charm.
Sausalito
is
known
for
its
art
galleries,
shops,
and
gourmet
restaurants.
Sausalito
received
a
steady
stream
of
visitors
by
bridge
(automobiles
and
bikes)
and
ferry
service
from
San
Francisco.
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Tiburon
Tiburon
(Spanish
for
"shark")
is
a
small
town
of
the
Bay
Area’s
Marin
County.
The
town
was
named
after
the
locally
native
leopard
sharks
in
the
surrounding
waters.
It
is
more
known
as
a
commuter
town
and
is
the
nearest
mainland
point
to
Angel
Island.
Tiburon
provides
a
regular
ferry
service
to
Angel
Island
and
San
Francisco.
Tiburon
has
a
small
concentration
of
restaurants
and
clothing
shops
that
attracts
a
small
stream
of
tourists.
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Napa‐Sonoma
Wine
Country
Napa
Valley
and
Sonoma
are
the
most
well
known
wine
countries
of
California.
People
travel
to
wine
country
for
relaxation,
beauty,
and
of
course
dining
and
wine
tasting.
Both
Napa
and
Sonoma
provide
an
abundance
of
wineries
and
shops,
prestigious
and
boutique,
for
visitors
to
gain
more
knowledge
about
wine,
food
pairing,
and
simply
have
a
good
time.
Hospitality
in
Napa
and
Sonoma
is
wonderful,
with
options
of
hotels,
vacations
homes,
resorts,
B&B's,
spas,
and
restaurants.
Locals
and
travelers
of
the
Bay
Area
visit
Napa
Valley
and
Sonoma
in
small
and
large
groups
for
a
full
day
of
winery
tours,
tasting,
and
relaxation.
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Carmel
Carmel‐by‐the‐Sea,
or
simply
Carmel,
is
a
small
town
in
Monterey
County,
known
for
its
scenery,
rich
artistic
history,
and
shopping!
With
its
natural
beauty,
culture,
art
galleries,
and
performing
arts
theaters,
Carmel
continues
to
attract
a
high
stream
artists,
photographers,
writers,
and
art
enthusiasts.
Carmel‐by‐the‐Sea
is
also
recognized
as
a
town
of
romance,
with
its
breathtaking
sceneries,
beautiful
beaches,
and
fine
dining
options.
Festivals
such
as
the
Carmel
Art
Festival
and
d
the
Carmel
Beach
Festival
also
attract
many
visitors
to
this
lovely
town.
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Monterey
Monterey,
CA
is
popular
amongst
visitors
for
the
Monterey
Bay
Aquarium,
beaches,
shopping,
and
dining.
Monterey
is
also
home
to
Cannery
Row
and
Fisherman's
Wharf.
This
city
mainly
attracts
visitors
with
its
abundance
and
diversity
of
marine
life,
which
includes
sea
lions,
sea
otters,
harbor
seals,
dolphins,
and
more.
Annually
held
on
the
Monterey
County
Fairground
is
the
Monterey
Jazz
Festival,
attracting
many
locals
and
visitors
with
over
500
jazz
artists
performing.
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Maiden
Lane
Maiden
Lane,
located
in
San
Francisco's
Union
Square,
was
one
a
home
to
brothels,
but
is
now
a
posh
location
with
outdoor
cafes
and
boutiques,
such
as
Chanel.
During
the
day,
pedestrian
gates
close
of
Maiden
Lane
to
traffic
so
that
people
can
enjoy
the
galleries,
bistros,
hair
salons,
and
the
occasional
husker
belting
out
an
aria.
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Belden
Place
Belden
Place
is
a
narrow
alley
in
San
Francisco's
Financial
District
that
is
filled
with
8
delicious
American
representations
of
European
restaurants
and
is
often
dubbed
as
the
French
Quarter
of
San
Francisco.
Indoor
and
outdoor
seating
(with
heating
provided
for
comfort)
is
provided
for
diners.
Although
Sam's
Grill
already
occupied
one
corner,
Belden
Place
truly
began
with
Cafe
Bastille
in
1990,
followed
throughout
the
years
by
Cafe
Tiramisu,
Plouf,
B44,
Trademark
and
finally
completed
by
Brindisi
Cucina
di
Mare
in
2004.
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St.
Mary's
Cathedral
St.
Mary's
Cathedral
(officially
named
the
Cathedral
of
Saint
Mary
of
the
Assumption)
is
a
stunning
San
Francisco
church
that
is
one
of
the
city's
architectural
highlights.
Built
in
1967,
the
architectural
design
is
usually
described
as
Expressionist
Modern,
with
the
four
corners
flowing
gracefully
upward
and
meeting
in
the
middle
to
form
a
cross.
White
Italian
marble
covers
the
concrete
roof.
A
55
ft.
golden
cross
tops
the
Cathedral.
The
interior
of
St.
Mary's
Cathedral
is
also
spectacular,
with
huge
windows
that
provide
wonderful
views
of
San
Francisco
and
a
red
brick
floor.
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Mission
Dolores
The
Mission
San
Francisco
de
Asis,
more
popularly
known
as
Mission
Dolores,
is
the
oldest
original
church
building
in
California
and
was
founded
in
June
1776
during
the
Spanish
colonization
of
San
Francisco.
Mission
Dolores
was
built
by
Father
Palou,
the
friar
in
charge
of
the
San
Francisco
mission,
and
many
local
Native
Americans
that
eventually
converted
to
Christianity.
Mission
Dolores
was
more
than
just
a
church
and
owned
farm
and
ranch
operations,
manufacturing
operations,
hotels,
and
other
retail
establishment
in
the
San
Francisco
Bay
Area.
The
neighborhood
that
grew
around
Mission
Dolores
is
now
known
as
the
Mission
District.
Today,
many
parts
of
Mission
Dolores
have
been
renovated,
but
the
facade
of
the
old
church
is
still
the
original.
Mission
Dolores
is
still
an
active
church;
open
7
days
a
week,
where
individuals
can
come
to
attend
Roman
Catholic
services.
Visitors
can
also
pay
a
visit
to
the
small
cemetery
located
beside
it.
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Barbary
Coast
Trail
The
Barbary
Coast
Trail
is
a
designated
path
that
is
embedded
with
a
series
of
bronze
medallions
and
arrows
into
the
sidewalk
and
connects
20
historic
sites
and
local
history
museums
in
San
Francisco.
The
Trail
is
a
San
Francisco
walking
tour
that
draws
people
into
a
historical
era
of
gold
seekers,
railroad
barons,
writers,
visionaries,
shanghiers,
and
silver
kings.
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Bank
of
Italy
Building
The
Bank
of
Italy
building
opened
in
1908
and
is
located
in
San
Francisco's
Financial
District.
This
bank
was
first
established
to
serve
local
working
class
citizens,
especially
Italians
from
the
city's
North
Beach
(Little
Italy)
neighborhood.
It
served
for
over
10
years
as
headquarters
for
the
Bank
of
Italy
and
later
merged
with
the
Bank
of
America.
It
is
now
a
National
Historic
Landmark
and
also
known
as
the
Clay‐Montgomery
building.
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City
Hall
San
Francisco's
City
Hall,
located
in
downtown
Civic
Center,
is
one
of
the
most
magnificent
Beaux‐Arts
buildings
in
the
country.
Occupying
2
city
blocks,
City
Hall
is
grand
in
its
size
and
beauty.
Its
central
dome
was
designed
based
on
influence
from
Paris
and
is
even
taller
than
the
United
States
Capitol
in
Washington
D.C.
The
building
was
constructed
with
many
classic
design
elements,
such
as
portico
and
doric
columns.
The
interior
features
beautiful
stuccoed
walls
and
ceilings,
marble
floors,
and
elegant
lanterns.
City
Hall
of
San
Francisco
is
beautiful
choice
for
a
simple
wedding
and
large,
elaborate
events.
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Transamerica
Pyramid
&
Transamerica
Redwood
Park
The
Transamerica
Pyramid
is
an
iconic
San
Francisco
landmark.
Built
in
1972,
the
skyscraper's
unique
futuristic
pyramid
shape
was
originally
opposed,
but
in
the
end,
it
was
agreed
that
the
building
is
a
statement
of
architectural
sculpture.
The
Transamerica
Pyramid
has
a
height
of
260
meters
(853
Ft.),
containing
48
floors,
and
towers
over
the
rest
of
the
city.
Adjacent
to
the
Transamerica
Pyramid
is
the
Transamerica
Redwood
Park,
one
of
the
cities
most
calming
and
peaceful
getaways.
The
Transamerica
Redwood
Park
is
a
charming
little
park
full
of
baby
redwoods
and
benches
for
people
to
relax
and
enjoy
nature's
beauty.
A
soothing
fountain
somehow
manages
to
block
out
the
noise
of
the
city.
There
are
many
shops
nearby
for
those
interested
in
purchasing
a
nice
lunch
or
coffee.
Enjoy
the
sparkling
white
lights
that
decorate
the
trees
during
winter,
making
the
location
a
romantic
spot
as
well.
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Ferry
Building
The
Ferry
Building
is
a
designated
San
Francisco
landmark,
known
for
its
235ft.
clock
tower,
was
once
an
arrival
point
for
all
ferry
traffic
to
the
city.
However,
the
Ferry
Building
was
less
active
after
the
building
of
the
Bay
and
Golden
Gate
Bridges
and
has
been
converted
into
a
building
of
retail
and
office
space.
The
Ferry
Building
today
is
a
popular
location
for
locals
and
visitors,
with
many
unique
eateries
and
boutiques
catering
local
flavor
and
charm.
Every
Tuesday
and
Thursday,
the
Ferry
Plaza
Farmer's
Market
operates
in
the
front
of
the
building
and
every
Saturday,
the
Farmer's
Market
operates
in
the
front
and
the
back
of
the
Ferry
Building.
The
Farmer's
Market
offers
many
certified
organic
vendors
that
sell
fruits,
vegetables,
flowers,
and
other
fresh
farm
products
and
is
renowned
throughout
the
country
as
one
of
the
top
farmer's
market
to
visit.
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40
Ho
ta
ling
place
Yerba
Buena
Cove