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The City by the Bay: charm, cuisine, and avant-culture in one of the world's greatest natural settings. Ride a cable car, windsurf the Golden Gate, scribble poetry in a North Beach cafe. Power-shop. See an opera, then club-crawl through cyber-cool SoMa.






Aquarium of the Bay


Hassle free diving
Pier 39
(The Embarcadero at Beach Street)
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
+1 415 623 5300
http://www.aquariumofthebay.com
Aquarium of the Bay is a great way to discover the San Francisco Bay. Explore the wonders the Bay as you walk through crystal clear tunnels surrounded by sharks, eels, octopi and thousands of marine animals indigenous to its waters. This is your chance to go face-to-face with the Pacific's most fascinating residents. See, touch, learn and discover the San Francisco Bay in an adventure you will never forget. Admission is USD 13.95 for adults; USD 7.00 for children (3-11) and seniors (65+). Family rate for two adults and two children is USD 33.95.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Nitin Kumar
Photo: Nitin Kumar
Aquarium of the Bay photo by PaulW
Photo: PaulW
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Nitin Kumar
Photo: Nitin Kumar
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Anthony M. Warnack
Photo: Anthony M. Warnack
Aquarium of the Bay photo by heliosphan
Photo: heliosphan
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Stu Plaw
Photo: Stu Plaw
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Kate Bodger
Photo: Kate Bodger
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Gernot Poetsch
Photo: Gernot Poetsch
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Timothy Gardner
Photo: Timothy Gardner
Aquarium of the Bay photo by PaulW
Photo: PaulW
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Raellyn & Melissa
Photo: Raellyn & Melissa
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Jerry Quek
Photo: Jerry Quek
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Thomas McBride
Photo: Thomas McBride
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Vanessa Herberger
Photo: Vanessa Herberger
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Matt Howry
Photo: Matt Howry
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Mofei Zhao
Photo: Mofei Zhao
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Twitchietai
Photo: Twitchietai
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Nicholas S. Park
Photo: Nicholas S. Park
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Mike Samuel
Photo: Mike Samuel
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Anne-Marie Visser
Photo: Anne-Marie Visser
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Olivier Randin (CH)
Photo: Olivier Randin (CH)
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Linda Selph
Photo: Linda Selph
Aquarium of the Bay photo by Steve White
Photo: Steve White
 

 
Cable Car Museum


Secrets Revealed!
1201 Mason St
(at the corner of Washington Street)
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
+1 415 474 1887
http://www.cablecarmuseum.com/
If you want to know how a cable car works, this is the place to learn. The world's first cable car rests here and with it a concise explanation of how those little cable cars go halfway to the stars. In an underground viewing area, you can look at the system's enormous cable wheels (in use!), which pull 11 miles of cable at 9.5 miles per hour. The cable cars move by clamping onto it. Examine closely the steel cables, gears, and pulleys that bring this city's most famous transportation to life. Don't miss the gift shop, where you can purchase your very own length of used cable! Admission is free. Ramp and elevators for disabled visitors are provided at the Washington street side of the building.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Cable Car Museum photo by William Ward
Photo: William Ward
Cable Car Museum photo by Jon Parise
Photo: Jon Parise
Cable Car Museum photo by Jason C. Townsend
Photo: Jason C. Townsend
Cable Car Museum photo by theDawg
Photo: theDawg
Cable Car Museum photo by Kai Schreiber
Photo: Kai Schreiber
Cable Car Museum photo by Katie Idell
Photo: Katie Idell
Cable Car Museum photo by Lee Chakov
Photo: Lee Chakov
Cable Car Museum photo by CV Canon shooter
Photo: CV Canon shooter
Cable Car Museum photo by Edwin Shannon
Photo: Edwin Shannon
Cable Car Museum photo by Gadi Golan
Photo: Gadi Golan
Cable Car Museum photo by Alan Baker
Photo: Alan Baker
Cable Car Museum photo by Jen Zajac
Photo: Jen Zajac
Cable Car Museum photo by Chris Huybregts
Photo: Chris Huybregts
Cable Car Museum photo by Jean Pierre Wenzel
Photo: Jean Pierre Wenzel
Cable Car Museum photo by s__i
Photo: s__i
Cable Car Museum photo by matthew_machine
Photo: matthew_machine
Cable Car Museum photo by Mike Stenhouse
Photo: Mike Stenhouse
Cable Car Museum photo by Maximiliano Noguera
Photo: Maximiliano Noguera
 

 
Cable Cars


San Francisco Trademark
1201 Mason St
(@ Washington St) Division Headquarters and Museum
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
311 (SF); 511 (Bay Area); +1 415 701 2311 (elsewhere); +1 415 701 2323 (TTY)
http://www.sfmta.com/cablecar
Once the most popular from of public transportation for early San Franciscans, the cable cars have become a major tourist attraction. It's still a reliable and scenic way to travel around parts of the city. There are three lines : Powell- Hyde (Powell-Market, Nob Hill, Russian Hill, Hyde and Beach), Powell-Mason (Powell-Market, Nob Hill, North Beach, Bay and Taylor) and California Street (California and Market, Embarcadero BART/MUNI, Financial District, Chinatown, Nob Hill to Van Ness).

Fare is $5 one -way. Tickets or a MUNI passport can be bought from the conductor or from booths at Powell and Market or Hyde and Beach near Fisherman's Wharf.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Cable Cars photo by Silvio Tanaka Fonseca
Photo: Silvio Tanaka Fonseca
Cable Cars photo by heydrienne
Photo: heydrienne
Cable Cars photo by Micke Kazarnowicz
Photo: Micke Kazarnowicz
Cable Cars photo by Micke Kazarnowicz
Photo: Micke Kazarnowicz
Cable Cars photo by jstubbles
Photo: jstubbles
Cable Cars photo by Kash Cashell
Photo: Kash Cashell
Cable Cars photo by Mark Johnston
Photo: Mark Johnston
Cable Cars photo by patriciomr
Photo: patriciomr
Cable Cars photo by Georg Müller
Photo: Georg Müller
Cable Cars photo by Mark Hardy
Photo: Mark Hardy
Cable Cars photo by John Cavanagh
Photo: John Cavanagh
Cable Cars photo by Brandon Haffner
Photo: Brandon Haffner
Cable Cars photo by Bert
Photo: Bert
Cable Cars photo by Sebastien Stormacq
Photo: Sebastien Stormacq
Cable Cars photo by Kate McDonald
Photo: Kate McDonald
Cable Cars photo by John MacEnulty
Photo: John MacEnulty
Cable Cars photo by Ben Wiseman
Photo: Ben Wiseman
Cable Cars photo by Paul Sisler
Photo: Paul Sisler
Cable Cars photo by fantastic.sean
Photo: fantastic.sean
Cable Cars photo by danae luv
Photo: danae luv
Cable Cars photo by Lou Alexander
Photo: Lou Alexander
Cable Cars photo by Ryan Nowell
Photo: Ryan Nowell
Cable Cars photo by Erik & Julie
Photo: Erik & Julie
 

 
California Palace of the Legion of Honor


Beautiful museum, grand location
Lincoln Park
34th Avenue & Clement Street
San Francisco, CA 94121
United States
+1 415 863 3330
http://www.thinker.org/legion/...
This museum houses more than 87,000 paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and tapestries. Some pieces date back 4,000 years. The main floor is dedicated to the museum's permanent collection, much of which features the works of Rodin. European and ancient art are also on display. The lower garden level features temporary exhibitions, ranging from Andy Warhol to Francis Bacon. Take a break in the museum cafe, which features light snacks and has outdoor seating. The gift shop, though small, has a nice selection of postcards, books, posters, jewelry, and some reproductions from this and other fine arts museums.

Review © 2007, Wcities
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Meera Lee Sethi
Photo: Meera Lee Sethi
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Rocky Agrawal
Photo: Rocky Agrawal
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Roland A. Luistro
Photo: Roland A. Luistro
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by deebeedee
Photo: deebeedee
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Mary Harrsch
Photo: Mary Harrsch
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Jeff Tabaco
Photo: Jeff Tabaco
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Sam Scholes
Photo: Sam Scholes
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Eamonn OBrien-Strain
Photo: Eamonn OBrien-Strain
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Marie E. Bryan
Photo: Marie E. Bryan
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Mary Harrsch
Photo: Mary Harrsch
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Grant
Photo: Grant
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Jason Weckerly
Photo: Jason Weckerly
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by saritha k nalagandla
Photo: saritha k nalagandla
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by rebecca
Photo: rebecca
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Ashley Rogers
Photo: Ashley Rogers
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Cherol Ockrassa
Photo: Cherol Ockrassa
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Heather M. Ayers
Photo: Heather M. Ayers
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by blake gentry
Photo: blake gentry
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by aurora billings
Photo: aurora billings
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by think_balance
Photo: think_balance
California Palace of the Legion of Honor photo by Geraldine Rojales
Photo: Geraldine Rojales
 

 
Cliff House


Great Locale, So So Food
1090 Point Lobos
San Francisco, CA 94121
United States
+1 415 386 3330
http://www.cliffhouse.com
The Cliff House, where San Francisco begins, has always been a quaint and utterly charming stop off point for San Francisco visitors. Even with a renovation, the Cliff House maintains its original charm, but is now 21st century spectacular. Gone are the old fashioned 1900's mahogany/ tar & spar-like decor and fittings, supplanted by brilliant vistas available throughout by the walls upon walls of glass overlooking the rocky precipice to the Pacific. The most striking addition is the ultra-modern Sutro Wing, home of Sutro's, which features seafood and organic produce. The Cliff House Bistro - situated in the original location - offers more traditional fare and it has a beautiful bar. Another addition is the Cliff House To Go, for takeaway orders. Diners should be aware that despite the ultra modern decor, the cuisine at the Cliff House leaves a lot to be desired. Besides being overpriced, most of the fare is tasteless. On Thanksgiving, for example you might order the turkey dinner, and not know whether you were eating turkey, chicken, fish, or ham! Or maybe it is simply cardboard. If the Cliff House is on your itinerary -- and it should be -- make the most of the tremendous ocean vistas, but steer clear of the food.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Cliff House photo by Scott Fisher
Photo: Scott Fisher
Cliff House photo by Marcie Nishioka
Photo: Marcie Nishioka
Cliff House photo by Cleve Cheng
Photo: Cleve Cheng
Cliff House photo by Benjamin Harrison
Photo: Benjamin Harrison
Cliff House photo by Elizabeth Reilly
Photo: Elizabeth Reilly
Cliff House photo by Jason Stajich
Photo: Jason Stajich
Cliff House photo by LightShaper
Photo: LightShaper
Cliff House photo by Aiko Reichard
Photo: Aiko Reichard
Cliff House photo by Hanjo Kim
Photo: Hanjo Kim
Cliff House photo by Nestor.Dave
Photo: Nestor.Dave
Cliff House photo by Caitlin Childs
Photo: Caitlin Childs
Cliff House photo by Karen Whiteway
Photo: Karen Whiteway
Cliff House photo by Gorman Jones
Photo: Gorman Jones
Cliff House photo by Marianne Stone
Photo: Marianne Stone
Cliff House photo by Julie Chang
Photo: Julie Chang
Cliff House photo by Jen Inaldo
Photo: Jen Inaldo
Cliff House photo by jenijen
Photo: jenijen
Cliff House photo by Amy Rooha Gibbs
Photo: Amy Rooha Gibbs
Cliff House photo by Jay
Photo: Jay
Cliff House photo by Peter Jacobs
Photo: Peter Jacobs
 

 
Coit Tower


Towering view
1 Telegraph Hill Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
+1 415 362 0808
http://sanfrancisco.lovetoknow...
Conventional wisdom holds that this monument is shaped like a fire-hose nozzle. It is not, at least not by design. The tower is the gift of Lilly Hitchcock Coit, an eccentric heiress who managed to stand out in a city full of them. Lilly's particular passion was for the San Francisco Fire Department. So when the money she left in her will for The City's beautification was used to construct the art deco tower on Telegraph Hill in 1932, people made assumptions. The view from here is one of the most impressive in San Francisco, taking in the Bay, two bridges, and the Marin Headlands. Inside, the first floor is decorated with excellent murals, commissioned by the WPA in 1933, depicting San Francisco history.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Coit Tower photo by Scott Smith
Photo: Scott Smith
Coit Tower photo by Michael Orange - H2ORANGE.net
Photo: Michael Orange - H2ORANGE.net
Coit Tower photo by Hahn Huang
Photo: Hahn Huang
Coit Tower photo by Rob Kroenert
Photo: Rob Kroenert
Coit Tower photo by bethany
Photo: bethany
Coit Tower photo by Pascal Vuylsteker
Photo: Pascal Vuylsteker
Coit Tower photo by Sylvia Csato
Photo: Sylvia Csato
Coit Tower photo by megpickard
Photo: megpickard
Coit Tower photo by Masatoshi Umemoto
Photo: Masatoshi Umemoto
Coit Tower photo by David Pittman
Photo: David Pittman
Coit Tower photo by alsuga
Photo: alsuga
Coit Tower photo by Tinou Bao
Photo: Tinou Bao
Coit Tower photo by James Gunn
Photo: James Gunn
Coit Tower photo by Alexander H. Brown
Photo: Alexander H. Brown
Coit Tower photo by Jim Grisanzio
Photo: Jim Grisanzio
Coit Tower photo by Angus Woodman
Photo: Angus Woodman
Coit Tower photo by Jon
Photo: Jon
Coit Tower photo by Matt Kemberling
Photo: Matt Kemberling
Coit Tower photo by marius.bejan
Photo: marius.bejan
Coit Tower photo by Juan Chaparro
Photo: Juan Chaparro
Coit Tower photo by stephen sommerhalter
Photo: stephen sommerhalter
Coit Tower photo by Stan Vonog
Photo: Stan Vonog
Coit Tower photo by Joanna C Suan
Photo: Joanna C Suan
Coit Tower photo by manarolanapoletana
Photo: manarolanapoletana
Coit Tower photo by Mark Blumer
Photo: Mark Blumer
Coit Tower photo by Justin Glass
Photo: Justin Glass
Coit Tower photo by Byron Abels-Smit
Photo: Byron Abels-Smit
 

 
Golden Gate Bridge


Walkable Landmark
Lincoln Boulevard & Doyle Drive
US Highway 101
San Francisco, CA 94129
United States
+1 415 921 5858
http://www.goldengate.org/
An engineering masterpiece, this bridge, built in 1937, towers with sturdy grace over the Golden Gate. Stretching over 4,200 feet, it is every bit as awesome an accomplishment in suspension-bridge engineering today as it was over half a century ago. Pedestrians and bike riders can access the east entrance for a jaunt on one of the world's most famous corridors. For photos, or to view the bridge in its entirety, try the spectacular lookout points located at the southeast and northeast ends. Don't miss the historic Roundhouse, a gift shop/visitors center, which boasts a fine selection of souvenirs, and an informative exhibit about the bridge's construction and history.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Golden Gate Bridge photo by rick poon
Photo: rick poon
Golden Gate Bridge photo by JP Peng
Photo: JP Peng
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Sheau
Photo: Sheau
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Sam Pullara
Photo: Sam Pullara
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Aslak Raanes
Photo: Aslak Raanes
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Dave Bullock
Photo: Dave Bullock
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Nathan Colgate
Photo: Nathan Colgate
Golden Gate Bridge photo by ken yee
Photo: ken yee
Golden Gate Bridge photo by john curley
Photo: john curley
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Pierce Soracco
Photo: Pierce Soracco
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Jeremy Gillies
Photo: Jeremy Gillies
Golden Gate Bridge photo by doggyBag
Photo: doggyBag
Golden Gate Bridge photo by John Carleton
Photo: John Carleton
Golden Gate Bridge photo by LukeDaDuke
Photo: LukeDaDuke
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Elke Dous
Photo: Elke Dous
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Liz Heim
Photo: Liz Heim
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Gragsie
Photo: Gragsie
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Gary Heisinger
Photo: Gary Heisinger
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Daniel
Photo: Daniel
Golden Gate Bridge photo by John Nitis
Photo: John Nitis
Golden Gate Bridge photo by David Chung
Photo: David Chung
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Michael Hall
Photo: Michael Hall
Golden Gate Bridge photo by John B. Roberts
Photo: John B. Roberts
Golden Gate Bridge photo by tstandr
Photo: tstandr
Golden Gate Bridge photo by pm_1441
Photo: pm_1441
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Norman Sherfield
Photo: Norman Sherfield
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Carol Castro
Photo: Carol Castro
Golden Gate Bridge photo by David Gross
Photo: David Gross
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Tyson A. Carter
Photo: Tyson A. Carter
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Toby Prior
Photo: Toby Prior
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Andy Davy
Photo: Andy Davy
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Raymond Moreno
Photo: Raymond Moreno
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Klaus De Buysser
Photo: Klaus De Buysser
Golden Gate Bridge photo by kin wong
Photo: kin wong
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Luke Watson
Photo: Luke Watson
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Alejandro Forero Cuervo
Photo: Alejandro Forero Cuervo
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Davide De Francesco
Photo: Davide De Francesco
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Ryan Georgi
Photo: Ryan Georgi
Golden Gate Bridge photo by Paulius Pupeikis
Photo: Paulius Pupeikis
Golden Gate Bridge photo by morenge
Photo: morenge
 

 
Golden Gate Park


Over a Thousand Acres
Stanyan & Haight Streets
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States
+1 415 831 2700
http://www.sfgov.org/
In the late 1800s, a Scotsman named John McLaren transformed more than 1,000 acres of sand dunes into a wondrous haven in the midst of busy city life. Stretching from Stanyan Street to the Pacific Ocean, the lush landscaping features ever-changing settings at every turn. There are trails for walking, jogging, biking, horseback riding, as well as a golf course, lawn bowling greens, soccer fields and a baseball diamond. For those seeking less strenuous diversion, check out the California Academy of Sciences and an authentic Japanese Tea Garden. For families with children, there are playgrounds, a live buffalo reserve and a carousel.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Golden Gate Park photo by Raymond Tham
Photo: Raymond Tham
Golden Gate Park photo by Yve Fontilea
Photo: Yve Fontilea
Golden Gate Park photo by Gerald Azenaro
Photo: Gerald Azenaro
Golden Gate Park photo by Scott Jungling
Photo: Scott Jungling
Golden Gate Park photo by Scott Jungling
Photo: Scott Jungling
Golden Gate Park photo by Darin Marshall
Photo: Darin Marshall
Golden Gate Park photo by Kalyan Neelamraju
Photo: Kalyan Neelamraju
Golden Gate Park photo by Andrew West
Photo: Andrew West
Golden Gate Park photo by rabble
Photo: rabble
Golden Gate Park photo by kenley sun
Photo: kenley sun
Golden Gate Park photo by F. Baca
Photo: F. Baca
Golden Gate Park photo by Erika Barnes
Photo: Erika Barnes
Golden Gate Park photo by Andre Luckow
Photo: Andre Luckow
Golden Gate Park photo by Frances
Photo: Frances
Golden Gate Park photo by Jamie Ocain
Photo: Jamie Ocain
Golden Gate Park photo by Ajay Shekhawat
Photo: Ajay Shekhawat
Golden Gate Park photo by Steve Cohen
Photo: Steve Cohen
Golden Gate Park photo by p3p510
Photo: p3p510
Golden Gate Park photo by Michael Lisboa
Photo: Michael Lisboa
Golden Gate Park photo by Amber Costley
Photo: Amber Costley
Golden Gate Park photo by A.E. Lipkewich
Photo: A.E. Lipkewich
Golden Gate Park photo by alliemalley
Photo: alliemalley
Golden Gate Park photo by Robyn Carliss
Photo: Robyn Carliss
Golden Gate Park photo by Lisa Argyropoulos
Photo: Lisa Argyropoulos
Golden Gate Park photo by R. Mah
Photo: R. Mah
Golden Gate Park photo by peterliuphoto
Photo: peterliuphoto
Golden Gate Park photo by Jacob Osborne
Photo: Jacob Osborne
Golden Gate Park photo by Vivian Ip
Photo: Vivian Ip
Golden Gate Park photo by Susan Marjanovic
Photo: Susan Marjanovic
 

 
Lombard Street


World's crookedest street!
Between Hyde & Leavenworth streets
Above Ghirardelli Square
San Francisco, CA 94109
United States
+1 415 391 2000 (Tourist Information)
This picturesque stretch of Lombard Street has eight angles along a single block. They twist at very acute angles, making for very slow going if you are in a car, though, oddly enough, cars were the reason for designing the street this way back in 1922, the idea being that this design would make it easier for them to negotiate the steep 16-percent grade. The drive is usually bumper-to-bumper and in the summertime, there is almost always a line of cars waiting to take the drive down, so a stroll is a good option, especially when the hydrangeas along the sidewalk are in bloom.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Lombard Street photo by Jason Brisch
Photo: Jason Brisch
Lombard Street photo by Ken Lund
Photo: Ken Lund
Lombard Street photo by Joe Wasson
Photo: Joe Wasson
Lombard Street photo by Arul Prasad
Photo: Arul Prasad
Lombard Street photo by John Dunlevy
Photo: John Dunlevy
Lombard Street photo by Moazzam Brohi
Photo: Moazzam Brohi
Lombard Street photo by Ian Main
Photo: Ian Main
Lombard Street photo by Andreas und Kerstin Doelker
Photo: Andreas und Kerstin Doelker
Lombard Street photo by Thomas Watson Steen
Photo: Thomas Watson Steen
Lombard Street photo by Benjamin Crulli
Photo: Benjamin Crulli
Lombard Street photo by Manuel Guerzoni
Photo: Manuel Guerzoni
Lombard Street photo by Jeff
Photo: Jeff
Lombard Street photo by Alex
Photo: Alex
Lombard Street photo by jen&co
Photo: jen&co
Lombard Street photo by Dinar Deshmukh
Photo: Dinar Deshmukh
Lombard Street photo by carlesbret
Photo: carlesbret
Lombard Street photo by DaineseWei
Photo: DaineseWei
Lombard Street photo by Julian G
Photo: Julian G
Lombard Street photo by Joe Donovan
Photo: Joe Donovan
Lombard Street photo by Erik de Vries
Photo: Erik de Vries
Lombard Street photo by Becky Emburey
Photo: Becky Emburey
Lombard Street photo by Maggie Dwyer
Photo: Maggie Dwyer
Lombard Street photo by Graeme Lowe
Photo: Graeme Lowe
Lombard Street photo by Dean Simmons
Photo: Dean Simmons
Lombard Street photo by Yew Jin Lim
Photo: Yew Jin Lim
Lombard Street photo by Daniel K.
Photo: Daniel K.
Lombard Street photo by Hans Selde
Photo: Hans Selde
Lombard Street photo by meowChen
Photo: meowChen
Lombard Street photo by Chris Brucia
Photo: Chris Brucia
 

 
Monster Park


Home of the 49ers
Monster Park
San Francisco, CA 94124
United States
+1 415 656 4949
http://www.sf49ers.com/stadium...
This is the football stadium that will never die. Although it is currently named Monster Park, this field has a long tradition in the Bay Area. It was originally known as Candlestick Park, owing to its location on Candlestick Point. With the rise of corporate sports sponsorships, the "Stick" was known as 3Com Park, for the telecom giant. This naming gave way to the current moniker, Monster Park, after the industrial cable manufacturer.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Monster Park photo by Todd Lappin
Photo: Todd Lappin
Monster Park photo by Juan del Real
Photo: Juan del Real
Monster Park photo by Sean O'Connor
Photo: Sean O'Connor
Monster Park photo by Greg Higgins
Photo: Greg Higgins
Monster Park photo by John Barker
Photo: John Barker
Monster Park photo by basictheory
Photo: basictheory
Monster Park photo by Scott Eck
Photo: Scott Eck
 

 
North Beach


San Francisco
United States
Originally settled by Italians, North Beach became a magnet for Beat Generation writers and poets in the 1950s. City Lights Bookstore and the cafes and shops on upper Grant Avenue still exude Beatnik funkiness. A new wave of entrepreneurial Italians has brought a sense of Roman style to exciting new restaurants along Columbus Avenue. On Broadway, barkers still pull tourists and sailors into charmingly seedy strip joints. Clapboard sea captains' cottages and mossy flower gardens seem to dangle in space from the cliffs of Telegraph Hill. Coit Tower, at 210 feet, commands a stunning panorama from the hilltop. The boardwalk Filbert Steps leads from the Tower down through the Grace Marchand Gardens to Levi's Plaza Park at the base of the Hill.

Review © 2007, Wcities
North Beach photo by Dan Berkes
Photo: Dan Berkes
North Beach photo by David Maloney
Photo: David Maloney
North Beach photo by rooski
Photo: rooski
North Beach photo by WesternGulf
Photo: WesternGulf
North Beach photo by Romy Schneider
Photo: Romy Schneider
North Beach photo by redspotted
Photo: redspotted
North Beach photo by Nikolai Abrossov
Photo: Nikolai Abrossov
North Beach photo by Karl Coleman
Photo: Karl Coleman
North Beach photo by Erin Hopmann
Photo: Erin Hopmann
North Beach photo by Adriano Santi
Photo: Adriano Santi
North Beach photo by Monica Okubo
Photo: Monica Okubo
North Beach photo by MonkeyShine Media
Photo: MonkeyShine Media
North Beach photo by Shawn W
Photo: Shawn W
North Beach photo by sepiatone
Photo: sepiatone
North Beach photo by Scott Truitt
Photo: Scott Truitt
North Beach photo by Colin Calnan
Photo: Colin Calnan
North Beach photo by Mauro Tosca
Photo: Mauro Tosca
North Beach photo by Lucas Murgida
Photo: Lucas Murgida
North Beach photo by wadiefong
Photo: wadiefong
North Beach photo by Brian Gilmore
Photo: Brian Gilmore
 

 
Palace of Fine Arts


Splendid setting
3301 Lyon Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
United States
+1 415 563 6504
http://www.palaceoffinearts.org/
Constructed as a temporary attraction for the 1915 Pan-Pacific International Exhibition, this Grecian temple of a monument continues to enchant and enhance the city. The original plaster, which made up the bulk of the monuments exterior, has been gradually replaced with funds raised by bond measures and the donations from the Marinas well-heeled residents who were loath to lose such a graceful part of their landscape. Swans in the adjoining lagoon glide by the soaring ochre-tinted colonnades and the imposing dome ringed with panels of centaurs and warriors engaged in battle over nubile maidens. Those column-top statues of sorrowing maidens turned away from prying eyes are using their tears to water the long-gone oaks that originally stood in the planters that they surround. Stroll inside the dome, clap your hands and marvel at the uncanny acoustics, then enjoy a picnic lunch on one of the park benches scattered to provide an unparalleled view of this gem.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Chuck Schneider
Photo: Chuck Schneider
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Kirsten N. Lindquist
Photo: Kirsten N. Lindquist
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Tommy Keswick
Photo: Tommy Keswick
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Damaris Hinojosa
Photo: Damaris Hinojosa
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Paul
Photo: Paul
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Jeremy Conant
Photo: Jeremy Conant
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Giovanni de la Cruz
Photo: Giovanni de la Cruz
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Stacy Alexander
Photo: Stacy Alexander
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Ken Conley (kwc.org)
Photo: Ken Conley (kwc.org)
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Mani Mobini
Photo: Mani Mobini
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Agus Sutanto
Photo: Agus Sutanto
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Adam Spain
Photo: Adam Spain
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Laurence Gonsalves
Photo: Laurence Gonsalves
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Sean F. White
Photo: Sean F. White
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Jocelyn Lee
Photo: Jocelyn Lee
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Liz Hall
Photo: Liz Hall
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Kelly N Yee
Photo: Kelly N Yee
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Björn Göhringer
Photo: Björn Göhringer
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Gergana Prokopieva
Photo: Gergana Prokopieva
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Peter K. Cho
Photo: Peter K. Cho
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Katie Townsend
Photo: Katie Townsend
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Eric Steinhart
Photo: Eric Steinhart
Palace of Fine Arts photo by timewitness
Photo: timewitness
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Vijay Arunkumar
Photo: Vijay Arunkumar
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Katherine Doubek
Photo: Katherine Doubek
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Lisa Eller
Photo: Lisa Eller
Palace of Fine Arts photo by bobsyeruncle
Photo: bobsyeruncle
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Allison Q McCarthy
Photo: Allison Q McCarthy
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Scott Kaul
Photo: Scott Kaul
Palace of Fine Arts photo by Clint Brome
Photo: Clint Brome
 

 
Pier 39


Fisherman's Wharf shopping
Beach Street & The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
+1 415 981 7437
http://www.pier39.com
This San Francisco landmark features some of Fisherman's Wharf's best shopping and attractions. Ride the carousel or watch the sea lions. There are more than 25 one-of-a-kind gift stores that carry automobile, Hollywood, and rock 'n' roll memorabilia, as well as flags of the world, Russian dolls, collectible knives, hammocks, kites, and more. But that's not all. You will find more than 30 more stores, including the famous Na Hoku to shop for clothing, jewelry and toys. It is a great place to pick up high-end San Francisco souvenirs. Credit card acceptance varies by store. Pier 39 is a magnet for locals and tourists for many reasons, including their nearly year-round calendar of special attractions for the whole family like the Tulipmania tulip festival held in late February on both levels of pier 39. For more information, visit the website.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Pier 39 photo by Jim G
Photo: Jim G
Pier 39 photo by Arlette Thibodeau
Photo: Arlette Thibodeau
Pier 39 photo by James Bennetts
Photo: James Bennetts
Pier 39 photo by Kymberly Howo
Photo: Kymberly Howo
Pier 39 photo by Sue Gao
Photo: Sue Gao
Pier 39 photo by Gustavo Faraon
Photo: Gustavo Faraon
Pier 39 photo by Jade Yagi
Photo: Jade Yagi
Pier 39 photo by Allison Acosta
Photo: Allison Acosta
Pier 39 photo by Tony Eckersley
Photo: Tony Eckersley
Pier 39 photo by Benoit Vandelle
Photo: Benoit Vandelle
Pier 39 photo by Storm Crypt
Photo: Storm Crypt
Pier 39 photo by bclp
Photo: bclp
Pier 39 photo by Rob Putnam
Photo: Rob Putnam
Pier 39 photo by Alicia Lauve
Photo: Alicia Lauve
Pier 39 photo by Christina
Photo: Christina
Pier 39 photo by alicedietz
Photo: alicedietz
Pier 39 photo by Victor Tran
Photo: Victor Tran
Pier 39 photo by Hank Fox
Photo: Hank Fox
Pier 39 photo by markoliias
Photo: markoliias
Pier 39 photo by Fran Russell
Photo: Fran Russell
Pier 39 photo by Don Baird
Photo: Don Baird
Pier 39 photo by Wiley C
Photo: Wiley C
Pier 39 photo by Marta Pinto
Photo: Marta Pinto
Pier 39 photo by Mika Palileo
Photo: Mika Palileo
Pier 39 photo by Carlos Matilla
Photo: Carlos Matilla
 

 
SOMA


San Francisco
United States
Once an unglamorous stretch of warehouses with a seedy undercurrent, an exciting new San Francisco has emerged in the area South of Market Street--SOMA. Conventions, art, and entertainment possibilities abound in the brand-new Moscone/YerbaBuena Center area. The dot-com businesses of nearby "Multimedia Gulch" spawn new twenty-something cyber-millionaires every week, although that tide is changing. Many of them can be seen at leisure at the South Park Cafe, Brain Wash (a cafe/performance space/laundromat), or other fashion-forward restaurants and watering holes.

Review © 2007, Wcities
SOMA photo by Dawn Endico
Photo: Dawn Endico
SOMA photo by Sam Bowman
Photo: Sam Bowman
SOMA photo by Robert Ennals
Photo: Robert Ennals
SOMA photo by Boris Chang
Photo: Boris Chang
SOMA photo by Tristan Crane
Photo: Tristan Crane
SOMA photo by Adam Anderson
Photo: Adam Anderson
SOMA photo by Heather Schoeppach
Photo: Heather Schoeppach
SOMA photo by Zuzana Fedorkova
Photo: Zuzana Fedorkova
SOMA photo by Samuel Stauffer
Photo: Samuel Stauffer
SOMA photo by David Siedband
Photo: David Siedband
SOMA photo by Megan Segle
Photo: Megan Segle
SOMA photo by Tomomi Yoshida
Photo: Tomomi Yoshida
SOMA photo by Diana Marsh
Photo: Diana Marsh
 

 
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)


Pablo Picasso & Matthew Barney
151 3rd Street
(between Howard & Mission Streets)
San Francisco, CA 94103
United States
+1 415 357 4000
http://www.sfmoma.org
Opened in 1995, this museum houses a permanent collection of over 15,000 works, including 4,700 paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and 9,000 photographs. The museum has exhibited the works of Henri Matisse, Richard Diebenkorn, Dorothea Lange, Paul Klee, Cindy Sherman, Matthew Barney and many contemporary artists. Designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta, the space itself is a wonder to behold. The lobby floor, for instance, is a massive chessboard. Gargantuan sculptures hang from above. Free admission every first Tuesday of the month.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Adam Engelhart
Photo: Adam Engelhart
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Dan Machold
Photo: Dan Machold
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Araceli Pulido
Photo: Araceli Pulido
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Arnt S
Photo: Arnt S
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Michael D. O'Connor
Photo: Michael D. O'Connor
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Patrick Powers
Photo: Patrick Powers
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Amanda McHale
Photo: Amanda McHale
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Barusch Benitez
Photo: Barusch Benitez
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Jennifer Hattam
Photo: Jennifer Hattam
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by John Keehler
Photo: John Keehler
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Mark Interrante
Photo: Mark Interrante
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Koji Yatani
Photo: Koji Yatani
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Scott Hughes
Photo: Scott Hughes
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Stan Szwalbenest
Photo: Stan Szwalbenest
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Scott Stockwell
Photo: Scott Stockwell
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Paulo Martel
Photo: Paulo Martel
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by tofudish
Photo: tofudish
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by tylerstalder.com
Photo: tylerstalder.com
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Adam Eckert
Photo: Adam Eckert
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Andrew Luyten
Photo: Andrew Luyten
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Rob Winger
Photo: Rob Winger
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Ewa Szymczak
Photo: Ewa Szymczak
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Matt Walton
Photo: Matt Walton
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) photo by Rachel Welles
Photo: Rachel Welles
 

 
San Francisco Opera


Traditional Opera in the Bay Area
301 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States
+1 415 861 4008 / +1 415 864 3330 (Box Office)
http://www.sfopera.com/
Since 1923, San Francisco Opera has debuted the performances of several well-respected artists including Marie Collier, conductor Silvio Varviso, and director Francis Ford Coppola. Founded by Gaetano Merolo, the War Memorial Opera House has been the home of the Opera since 1932. Tours are available only during the opera season. Each year the San Francisco Opera and the orchestra present a free concert in Golden Gate Park, allowing everyone to enjoy this fabulous company's musical gifts. The concert is held on the Sunday following opening night of the Fall Season. San Francisco Opera is the second largest opera company in North America. The Opera's mission is to enrich, be creative and innovative, take leadership and present opera performances of the highest international quality.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Francisco Opera photo by Patrick Chanezon
Photo: Patrick Chanezon
San Francisco Opera photo by www.kentkb.com
Photo: www.kentkb.com
 

 
San Francisco Zoo


Zoological wonderland
1 Zoo Rd
(between Sloat St & 45th Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94123
United States
+1 415 753 7080
http://www.sfzoo.org
See more than 250 different species of wildlife from all over the globe here, many of which are endangered. There are a variety of attractions including childrens' petting zoo and an insect zoo, an Australian Walk, Penguin Island, a Primate Discovery Center, and the Otter River. It also features a one of the world's largest gorilla exhibits, a lion house, a feline conservation center, a carousel, and a kiddie train. For those looking for a more in-depth and informative visit, try the Zoo Ranger, a hand held multimedia GPS device that gives video and informative background on the exhibits as you walk around. You are able to rent them for a day at the zoo's gift shop.

Admission: Adults (18-64) $11; Youths (12-17) $8; Children (3-11) $5; Seniors (65+) $8; discount for SF residents; cash only; free first Wednesday of the month.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Francisco Zoo photo by Carrie
Photo: Carrie
San Francisco Zoo photo by Stephen McClain
Photo: Stephen McClain
San Francisco Zoo photo by Pei-Pei Ketron
Photo: Pei-Pei Ketron
San Francisco Zoo photo by Frederic Poirot
Photo: Frederic Poirot
San Francisco Zoo photo by Chuq Von Rospach
Photo: Chuq Von Rospach
San Francisco Zoo photo by Hank Shiffman
Photo: Hank Shiffman
San Francisco Zoo photo by Mark Rogers Photogra
Photo: Mark Rogers Photogra
San Francisco Zoo photo by Edward Cotton
Photo: Edward Cotton
San Francisco Zoo photo by David H. Webster
Photo: David H. Webster
San Francisco Zoo photo by Mark Rogers Photogra
Photo: Mark Rogers Photogra
San Francisco Zoo photo by Frank Chen
Photo: Frank Chen
San Francisco Zoo photo by David H. Webster
Photo: David H. Webster
San Francisco Zoo photo by Meredith Westin
Photo: Meredith Westin
San Francisco Zoo photo by Jeffy Can
Photo: Jeffy Can
San Francisco Zoo photo by Ian Fuller
Photo: Ian Fuller
San Francisco Zoo photo by Alan Lillegard
Photo: Alan Lillegard
San Francisco Zoo photo by Edward Cotton
Photo: Edward Cotton
San Francisco Zoo photo by Stephen McClain
Photo: Stephen McClain
San Francisco Zoo photo by Sarah Kim
Photo: Sarah Kim
San Francisco Zoo photo by Rob Lombardi
Photo: Rob Lombardi
San Francisco Zoo photo by Jacob Moyer
Photo: Jacob Moyer
San Francisco Zoo photo by Emily Ascher Rann
Photo: Emily Ascher Rann
San Francisco Zoo photo by Kris Robinson
Photo: Kris Robinson
San Francisco Zoo photo by Joe Stump
Photo: Joe Stump
San Francisco Zoo photo by Damon Billian
Photo: Damon Billian
San Francisco Zoo photo by Robert Birnie
Photo: Robert Birnie
San Francisco Zoo photo by Michael Loukides
Photo: Michael Loukides
San Francisco Zoo photo by Mark Womack
Photo: Mark Womack
San Francisco Zoo photo by Yushiang Chang
Photo: Yushiang Chang
San Francisco Zoo photo by Norbert Tydingco
Photo: Norbert Tydingco
San Francisco Zoo photo by Gerry Calub
Photo: Gerry Calub
San Francisco Zoo photo by Randy Aquilizan
Photo: Randy Aquilizan
 

 
Sea Lions at Pier 39


Say hello to the sea lions!
Beach Street & The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
+1 415 705 5500 / +1 415 289 7325 (Marine Mammal Center)
http://www.pier39.com/entertai...
January 19th, 2006 marked the sixteenth anniversary of the sea lions' arrival at Pier 39! These adorable creatures flocked here after the 1989 earthquake and the population has grown ever since. Every winter the number increases to almost 900, thanks to the availability of space and ample food. Although some of the sea lions choose to migrate in the summer, a group of them decide to stay back at Pier 39! You can bring your kids over for free educational talks by the Marine Mammal Center, held on weekends year-round provided the weather is good. Call the numbers listed for further information.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Claudia Ros (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Photo: Claudia Ros (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Peyri Leigh
Photo: Peyri Leigh
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Joe Ross
Photo: Joe Ross
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Mary J. Wheatley
Photo: Mary J. Wheatley
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Roberto
Photo: Roberto
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Daniel Köhne
Photo: Daniel Köhne
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Cern McAtee
Photo: Cern McAtee
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Hannah Smith Walker
Photo: Hannah Smith Walker
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Francesco
Photo: Francesco
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Lauren Maramara
Photo: Lauren Maramara
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Robert Brown
Photo: Robert Brown
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Messiah Divine
Photo: Messiah Divine
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Ryan Gavin
Photo: Ryan Gavin
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Tom Nemitz
Photo: Tom Nemitz
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Jason
Photo: Jason
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Larry Roth
Photo: Larry Roth
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Michael LaPera
Photo: Michael LaPera
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by jessamine
Photo: jessamine
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Arnaud Bart
Photo: Arnaud Bart
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Carissa Skipper
Photo: Carissa Skipper
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Koze
Photo: Koze
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by santicasanova
Photo: santicasanova
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Richard Cassan
Photo: Richard Cassan
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Sean Dwyer
Photo: Sean Dwyer
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Lostmycat
Photo: Lostmycat
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by melohype
Photo: melohype
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by RODEL P. CAGUIAT
Photo: RODEL P. CAGUIAT
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Chen Wu
Photo: Chen Wu
Sea Lions at Pier 39 photo by Louise Haughian
Photo: Louise Haughian
 

 
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