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49 Mile Scenic Drive


Tour at your own pace
Throughout San Francisco
San Francisco, CA 94115
This self-guided automobile tour is a great way to see San Francisco at your own pace. You follow the distinctive signs displaying seagulls pointing the way along The Bay City's streets as you visit the diverse neighborhoods that make San Francisco a unique treasure. From Chinatown to Fisherman's Wharf to Golden Gate Park to Fort Point, there's no better way to take in the sights than this looping route. Plan at least an afternoon for the drive, more if you want to stop and explore what you find along the way.

Review © 2007, Wcities
49 Mile Scenic Drive photo by Ram Singaram
Photo: Ram Singaram
49 Mile Scenic Drive photo by rikrose
Photo: rikrose
49 Mile Scenic Drive photo by rsuniljoshi
Photo: rsuniljoshi
 

 
Barbary Coast Trail Self-Guided Walking Tour


Walking tour of San Francisco
At the corner of Fifth and Mission streets
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 775 1111
http://www.sfhistory.org/bct/f...
San Francisco has had a riotous past, to put it mildly, and this 3.8-mile tour takes you to most of the famous spots where things happened, as well many other points of historical and cultural interest. Eras of interest here range from the Gold Rush times to the present. Follow the brass medallions and arrows in the sidewalk from the Old Mint at Fifth and Mission to Aquatic Park for a great way to see the city.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Barbary Coast Trail Self-Guided Walking Tour photo by Justin Davis
Photo: Justin Davis
Barbary Coast Trail Self-Guided Walking Tour photo by nevermindtheend
Photo: nevermindtheend
Barbary Coast Trail Self-Guided Walking Tour photo by Kelly Doudna
Photo: Kelly Doudna
 

 
Bourbon & Branch


Know the Password
501 Jones Street
(at O'Farrell Street)
San Francisco, CA 94102
+1 415 673 1921
http://www.bourbonandbranch.com/
todd@bourbonandbranch.com
This place is the talk of the town. Perched inconspicuously on a corner in San Francisco's Tenderloin, Bourbon & Branch has no signage, and the door is closed tight. When you ring the buzzer, the door swings open and you are asked for the password. If you do not have the password, the door slams shut. It sounds barbaric, but once you have taken the time to register on their website, make a reservation, and receive a password, you will be graciously ushered into a world of boozy delight. The atmosphere is an homage to Prohibition-era speakeasies, albeit with a dash of modern urban swank. The drink menu is extensive and innovative, and you can leave with a souvenir copy for a mere $500. Featured fare includes not just one, but a whole selection of hand-numbered craft bourbons. A list of rare scotches, rums, and tequilas round out the offerings. Bartenders here are master mixologists, incorporating such sought-after liquors into equally tantalizing, boundary-busting cocktails. See website for online reservations and a complete list of house rules (including "no cell phone use" and "don't even think of asking for a 'Cosmo'").

Review © 2007, Wcities
Bourbon & Branch photo by Sally Kuchar
Photo: Sally Kuchar
 

 
California Historical Society


Golden State story
678 Market Street
(at the corner of Third Street)
San Francisco, CA 94105
+1 415 357 1848
http://www.calhist.org
info@calhist.org
Offered here are extensive collections of fine art, photographs, and manuscripts, including Gold Rush era diaries and letters. The North Baker Research Library has the most complete history of printing and lithography in the West, as well as antique posters and maps. The collections are viewed by appointment only. For casual students of California history, there is a bookstore with titles on almost anything you would like to know about the state from its earliest days to the present. Featured too, are exhibits with fascinating odds and ends of daily life in California, including a horseless carriage (or so reads the license plate).

Admission:$3 Adult; $1 Student/Senior

Review © 2007, Wcities
California Historical Society photo by Julie Pettit
Photo: Julie Pettit
California Historical Society photo by kqed's spark
Photo: kqed's spark
California Historical Society photo by kqed's spark
Photo: kqed's spark
 

 
Cartoon Art Museum


Cartoons by the Comics
655 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
+1 415 227 8666
http://www.cartoonart.org/
With a collection of over 6,000 original pieces of cartoon art, this museum is the largest museum in the US dedicated to Comic art. It all began in 1984, when a group of artists set up a series of open-air exhibitions of their work. Impressed by the dedication of this group, 'Peanuts' creator Charles M. Schulz helped the group set up a permanent home to display comics and comic art. You can find the works of Bud Fisher (Mutt and Jeff), George Herriman (Krazy Kat) and Charles M. Schulz (Peanuts), and a variety of other comic works on display at this museum.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Cartoon Art Museum photo by Ario
Photo: Ario
Cartoon Art Museum photo by Ario
Photo: Ario
Cartoon Art Museum photo by artwitness
Photo: artwitness
Cartoon Art Museum photo by Kenneth R. Lynn
Photo: Kenneth R. Lynn
 

 
Chinatown


Neighborhood with Non-Stop Bustle
Grant Avenue at Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
http://www.sanfranciscochinato...
info@sanfranciscochinatown.com
One of the busiest areas of the city, Chinatown is a hodgepodge of shops, restaurants, and businesses of every kind. The vibrant and close-knit community that lives within this neighborhood has also made it one of San Francisco's top tourist destinations. With over 80,000 residents (plus countless tourists) traversing the streets, it is no wonder that the sidewalks can become precarious during rush hour. Thankfully, there are many side streets, quiet shops, and traditional restaurants that provide some relief from the bustle outside. Try your luck at one of the hundreds of dining options in the area, especially those serving Dim Sum, as they can be some of the best in the city. Also make sure to stop in some of the small herbal shops for some unusual trinkets and art.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Chinatown photo by George Yang
Photo: George Yang
Chinatown photo by Graham Anderton
Photo: Graham Anderton
Chinatown photo by Marsha Zarco
Photo: Marsha Zarco
 

 
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade


Gung Hay Fat Choy!
Market & Kearny Streets
San Francisco, CA 94104
+1 415 982 3071
http://www.chineseparade.com
cnyparade_ccc@yahoo.com
Following the discovery of Gold in California, many of the Chinese working on railroads in the area wanted to find a way to celebrate the coming lunar year. In order to expose the locals to their native culture, the Chinese response was a fusion of the typical American parade with their native holiday of the New Year. Today, the Chinese New Year Parade has become a San Francisco and International institution. Snaking its way down Market Street, the parade is the largest of its kind anywhere and has grown to include various other cultures to share in the festivities and perform for over three million spectators each year. With colorful Dragons, ferocious lions, ear-splitting firecrackers, and red envelopes all around, this colorful, noisy, and highly religious event also includes a two week festival with a spectacular flower show and community fair. Gung Hay Fat Choy!

Review © 2007, Wcities
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by Amy Cardoza
Photo: Amy Cardoza
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by Glenn Edens
Photo: Glenn Edens
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by Lindsay Tabas
Photo: Lindsay Tabas
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by dana durkee
Photo: dana durkee
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by Ayah Young
Photo: Ayah Young
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by David L. Jones
Photo: David L. Jones
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by Ed Sentner
Photo: Ed Sentner
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade photo by Craig Good
Photo: Craig Good
 

 
Diablo Grande Wine Gallery


As Fine as the Wine
669 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
+1 415 543 4343
http://www.diablogrande.com/wi...
This 5,000-sq.ft-wine gallery is the first of its kind in San Francisco. Guests can sample and taste award-winning wines bottled from the Diablo Grande and Islom Ranch Vineyards. It has a sprawling tasting room with comfortable couches, deep-honey wood floors and tasteful furniture. The gallery is also used for food seminars and other events.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Flying Beauticians


The waxing hotspot
166 Geary Boulevard
Suite 900
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 391 8929
http://www.flyingbeauticians.com/
flyingbeauticians@comcast.net
The Flying Beauticians is a popular salon and spa located in San Francisco's Union Square as well as at Mill Valley. Around since 1981, this establishment is known for their amazing eyebrow shaping, waxing and skin treatments. Dare if you must and try the "Designs Down Under", where they wax intricate designs in your nether regions; another favorite service! If that thought leaves you a little squeamish, don't worry, they have a range of treatments like facials, body treatments, massages, manicures and pedicures. Check the website for details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Goethe-Institut San Francisco


Promoting German Heritage
530 Bush St
2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 391 8715
www.goethe.de/sanfrancisco
director@sanfrancisco.goethe.org
The Goethe-Institut- named for German writer Johann Wolfgang Goethe (1749 - 1832)- is a premier cultural center promoting awareness of German culture and heritage. The Institut (with offices world-wide) has a year round calendar with artistic and educational events fostering cross-cultural dialogue throughout the Bay Area. The Goethe-Institut offers comprehensive German language courses for beginners as well as fluent speakers looking to maintain their skills. In addition to language courses, the Institut features film shows, contemporary art exhibitions, and performing arts events.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Goethe-Institut San Francisco photo by Fred Wenzel
Photo: Fred Wenzel
Goethe-Institut San Francisco photo by Yasmine Liebhart
Photo: Yasmine Liebhart
 

 
Grace Cathedral


Neo-Gothic Landmark
1100 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 749 6300
http://www.gracecathedral.org
Info@gracecathedral.org
This impressive neo-Gothic structure crowning Nob Hill was built on the site of the Crocker Mansion after the 1906 earthquake and fire. The interior features stained glass windows in celestial blues and vibrant reds and yellows. There are also frescoes depicting the history of San Francisco and scenes from the life of San Francisco's patron saint, St. Francis of Asissi. The gilded bas-reliefs that adorn the doors of the main entrance are cast from Ghiberti's original molds for the Gates of Paradise that adorn the Baptistry in Florence. This facility also boasts an indoor and an outdoor labyrinth. Admission free.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Grace Cathedral photo by Evelyn L. Brumleve
Photo: Evelyn L. Brumleve
Grace Cathedral photo by Chris Mears
Photo: Chris Mears
Grace Cathedral photo by Kate Kehoe
Photo: Kate Kehoe
Grace Cathedral photo by Thomas Andersen
Photo: Thomas Andersen
Grace Cathedral photo by Guy A. Burns
Photo: Guy A. Burns
Grace Cathedral photo by Sahar Damghani
Photo: Sahar Damghani
Grace Cathedral photo by John Roads
Photo: John Roads
Grace Cathedral photo by Ian Fish : fishyflix
Photo: Ian Fish : fishyflix
Grace Cathedral photo by Jacqui Maher
Photo: Jacqui Maher
Grace Cathedral photo by kjetil_r
Photo: kjetil_r
Grace Cathedral photo by Zach Chastaine
Photo: Zach Chastaine
Grace Cathedral photo by Bryan Tighe
Photo: Bryan Tighe
Grace Cathedral photo by corneliusrags
Photo: corneliusrags
Grace Cathedral photo by Amanda Tan
Photo: Amanda Tan
Grace Cathedral photo by Karim Mansouri
Photo: Karim Mansouri
Grace Cathedral photo by Dawn Griffith
Photo: Dawn Griffith
Grace Cathedral photo by Chris Coughtrey
Photo: Chris Coughtrey
Grace Cathedral photo by Mark Peplow
Photo: Mark Peplow
Grace Cathedral photo by Arthur Yeh
Photo: Arthur Yeh
 

 
Hackett-Freedman Gallery


Paintings galore...
250 Sutter Street
Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 362 7152
http://www.hackettfreedman.com
hfg@hackettfreedman.com
This gallery displays an array of contemporary and modern art. Exhibits change fortnightly, so if you miss one, you can find it in the museum archives. The contemporary exhibits display still life, figure painting and landscape, whereas the modern exhibits comprise of paintings and ceramic work by famous artists, such as Joan Miro, Marsden Hartley and many more. Check the website for more details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Hackett-Freedman Gallery
Photo:
 

 
Kamalaspa


Mystical comforts
240 Stockton Street, 7th floor
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 217 7700
http://www.kamalaspa.com
peace@kamalaspa.com
This day spa and salon uses the principles of Ayurveda to further your well being. The Indian ambience, plush cushions and rich textiles will have you feeling better as soon as you walk in. Find out what personality type you are, your physical characteristics like the thickness of your hair and quality of your skin, and choose your spa treatments accordingly. Select from the exotic facials, massage treatments, hair treatments and more. You can also pick up a little something to take back home from the plethora of lotions, masks, serums, oils and the like available. Check the website for details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Legally Blonde: The Musical (Golden Gate Theatre)


No Dumb Blonde
1 Taylor Street
(at Market Street)
San Francisco, CA 94102
+1 415 551 2050 / +1 415 551 2020 / +1 415 512 7770
http://www.shnsf.com
If you were a fan of the movie "Legally Blonde", this new live-action version of the hit film is sure to impress. With a stellar cast and impressive stage design, Legally Blonde: The Musical is a high-energy romp ideally set for the bright lights of Broadway. The story follows Delta Nu sorority queen Elle Woods (Laura Bell Bundy) as she leaves behind the comforts of Southern California and the company of her best friends Pilar and Brooke (charmingly played by Dequina Moore and Nikki Snelson respectively). Elle ventures East- with trusty Chihuahua Bruiser in tow- to take Harvard Law by storm, all in an attempt to prove she is "serious" about winning back the heart of her recent ex, Warner (Richard H. Blake). On the way, she meets a range of new friends that help her discover what she has been searching for all along: herself, blonde hair and all. Though following a hit book and movie, the musical brings in many more tricks that set it apart from its predecessors. With up-to-date humor and outstanding vocals, this musical seems destined to become a stage classic. Notable performances include those by Christian Borle as cute-but-serious law student Emmett, and Orfeh as Paulette. The witty (and often delightfully risqué) lyrics and music were penned by the award winning Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe, with intricate set and scenic design by David Rockwell, and totally fabulous costumes by Gregg Barnes. Be sure to order tickets early, as seats will most likely sell out before you can say "Omigod!!"

Review © 2007, Wcities
Legally Blonde: The Musical (Golden Gate Theatre) photo by Alessandro Dubini
Photo: Alessandro Dubini
 

 
Metreon


Brushed chrome diversion!
101 Fourth Street
(at the corner of Mission Street)
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 567 1004
http://www.metreon.com/
information@metreon.com
This gleaming mass of brushed-chrome, plate-glass and 21st century attitude is one of The City's best shopping and entertainment complexes with first-rate shops, restaurants, attractions, and state-of-the-art cinemas (including an IMAX. Sony Playstation store in the whole wide world, plus hyper-cool video arcades. The food court is a cut above what you will find in a typical mall, featuring outposts of such San Francisco restaurants as Sanraku. Hands-on is the house rule. Look through colorful coffee table books. Touch Sony's biggest touchscreen remote. Capture alien invaders at the PlayStation store, and then bring home the latest band's CD spinning inside the listening station. You'll also find other great places to browse and shop like: Sony Style letting you kick back in one of the "living rooms," and watch a movie on the biggest television, or try out the latest HandyCam.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Metreon photo by Stephany Duda
Photo: Stephany Duda
Metreon photo by christine m.
Photo: christine m.
Metreon photo by artwitness
Photo: artwitness
Metreon photo by Rhianna Montgomery
Photo: Rhianna Montgomery
Metreon photo by Kevin Magna
Photo: Kevin Magna
Metreon photo by KAZUMASA ONISHI
Photo: KAZUMASA ONISHI
Metreon photo by adam baker
Photo: adam baker
Metreon photo by Josh Mock
Photo: Josh Mock
Metreon photo by Jessica S.
Photo: Jessica S.
Metreon photo by Sarah Rimkus
Photo: Sarah Rimkus
Metreon photo by Warren Chu
Photo: Warren Chu
Metreon photo by selective beef
Photo: selective beef
Metreon photo by grace-monday
Photo: grace-monday
Metreon photo by kage no koneko
Photo: kage no koneko
Metreon photo by Patrick V. Barrett
Photo: Patrick V. Barrett
 

 
Moscone Center


Major Meeting Place in San Francisco
747 Howard Street, Fifth Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 974 4073
http://www.moscone.com/
info@moscone.com
Nearly 17 million visitors arrive in San Francisco each year, and a large number of them come to town for business at the Moscone Center, one of the premier convention facilities in the United States. With more then two million square feet of buidings and 700,000 square feet of meeting area, housed on some 20 acres, the Moscone Center is a magnet for every kind of conference, convention and other meeting activity for groups, organiztions, industries and companies from around the globe. In any given year Moscone Center plays host to the likes of LinnuxWorld, CTIA, Oracle, and MacWorld, and like the city of San Francisco itself, Moscone is always on the cutting edge, whether in facilities, services or the clientele it attracts.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Moscone Center photo by Jim Heid
Photo: Jim Heid
Moscone Center photo by Robert Padbury
Photo: Robert Padbury
Moscone Center photo by Karl Heubaum
Photo: Karl Heubaum
Moscone Center photo by Paul Parker
Photo: Paul Parker
Moscone Center photo by Jari Multisilta
Photo: Jari Multisilta
Moscone Center photo by Jason O'Grady
Photo: Jason O'Grady
Moscone Center photo by brendan jackson
Photo: brendan jackson
 

 
Native American Arts Festival


Art, Music, Dance & More
701 Mission Street
(Yerba Buena Gardens)
San Francisco, CA 94103-3138
+1 415 978 2787
This one-day festival takes place outdoors and features a variety of entertainment possibilities to enjoy. It is where you can listen to the jazz melodies of A Gathering of Ancestors, watch traditional Native American dances, and gather for storytelling. It also offers art exhibits and craft workshops. The all day event is not only fun, it is an educational and cultural experience. This festival is free. Some vendors may take credit cards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Remède Spa


Comprehensive beauty cocoon
125 3rd Street
St. Regis Hotel
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 284 4060 / +1 415 284 4000 (Hotel)
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/...
If you are really stressed out in the concrete jungle, treat yourself to a serene retreat at this spa in the impressive 40-floor St. Regis Hotel. Though pricey, this oasis of calm offers to soothe away all your aches and pains, leaving you completely relaxed. Special manicures and pedicures, wraps, waxes, tans, facials, scrubs and massages are just a few of the vast array of treatments on offer. Avail of the Great Bath, drizzled with scented oils, or the therapeutic hot stone treatment for a rejuvenating experience. A full-scale wedding treatment promises to leave you the most beautiful bride on earth. So, load up on the green stuff and make an appointment to put back the zest in your life!

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Remède Spa


Decadently luxurious
125 3rd Street
St. Regis Hotel
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 284 4000 (Hotel)
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/...
The Remède spa in the St. Regis Hotel in San Francisco offers luxurious beauty therapy for those who can afford it. If you've had a long tiring conference, a stressful day at work or simply feel like pampering yourself, splurge at this exclusive spa.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
San Francisco Information Center


City Information Bureau
900 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 391 2000
http://onlysf.sfvisitor.org/pl...
San Francisco is the perfect tourist destination that has something for everybody. Be it romantic getaways, adventurous trips or just plain simple fun – the city has it all. The Visitors' Bureau is the ideal source of information for tourists. It keeps you updated on the latest happenings and familiarizes you with everything that is to be known about the city. Information about tourist attractions, hotels, museums, art galleries, restaurants, nightlife, and shopping areas is now right under your fingertips.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
San Francisco Museum of Craft + Design


The Craft of Design for San Francisco
550 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA 94102
+1 415 773 0303
http://www.sfmcd.org/
info@sfmcd.org
There is now an important cultural venue in the Bay Area, the San Francisco Museum of Craft + Design. Celebrating the areas of contemporary craft and design, the museum has under one roof an eclectic array of artifacts, exhibits, and educational resources for the general public as well as experts and aficionados. The museum plays an active public role by offering innovative community outreach programs. For more information on inaugural activities and upcoming events, visit their website.

Admission: From January 1, 2005 $5 adults; $3 students, educators, and seniors.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Francisco Museum of Craft + Design photo by www.mattgriffin.com
Photo: www.mattgriffin.com
San Francisco Museum of Craft + Design photo by www.mattgriffin.com
Photo: www.mattgriffin.com
San Francisco Museum of Craft + Design photo by Alexis Cordova
Photo: Alexis Cordova
 

 
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)


Pablo Picasso & Matthew Barney
151 3rd Street
(between Howard & Mission Streets)
San Francisco, CA 94103
+1 415 357 4000
http://www.sfmoma.org
artistsgallery@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
 

 
Spa Fusion & Health Club


Renewed vigour
333 O'Farrell Street, Tower 1, Spa Level
Hilton San Francisco
San Francisco, CA 94102
+1 415 923 5014 (Spa) / +1 415 771 1400 x6595 (Health Club)
http://www.spafusion.com/
contact@spafusion.com
Slip into the spa at what is arguably the world's largest hotel—the Hilton San Francisco—and make it your quiet oasis for a few hours. Facials, nail treatments, manicures and pedicures, a 200 jet hydrotherapy session, and the new microdermabrasion and Green Tea treatments for men and women are all meted out with careful meticulousness and warm attention. Those who avail of the rejuvenating baths emerge reluctantly, refreshed and ready to take on the world, while those with sore muscles have their knots kneaded away by expert hands. A well-equipped health club promises to melt that flab and build muscle. Once hooked, it's hard to break away, but the rates should keep you from going overboard!

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Spa at Equinox


Fountain of youth
301 Pine Street
San Francisco, CA 94104
+1 415 593 4000
http://www.equinoxfitness.com
Combining exercise and beauty therapies of old, this spa offers Vedic therapy, reiki, acupuncture and ancient mystical eastern methods to achieve true beauty that cosmetics cannot achieve. The principle is to heal the body and the spirit with mystical eastern methods. If you would like to immerse yourself in the hypnotic mysticism of the East, this spa is just what you have been waiting for.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral


Historic Chinatown church
660 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 288 3800
http://www.oldsaintmarys.org/
jennifer@jenniferduartedesign.com
At one time, the spire of this cathedral was the tallest structure in San Francisco. There may be buildings taller than this cathedral these days, but none offers more San Francisco history. The church foundation is granite cut in China. The exterior is composed of red bricks made in New England and brought around Cape Horn. Inside, the white plaster sanctuary has some nice stained glass and exhibits the ribbed-vault arches typical of neo-gothic architecture. The lighting is kept low, giving the shrines along the walls, lit with indirect spots and votive candles, an ethereal glow. Display cases house a collection of drawings, photographs, and artifacts from St. Marys rich history, including dramatic photos of the devastation caused by the 1906 earthquake and fire.

Review © 2007, Wcities
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral photo by Kathleen Franklin
Photo: Kathleen Franklin
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral photo by diaskeaus
Photo: diaskeaus
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral photo by Michael Gomes
Photo: Michael Gomes
 

 
Sujaro African Gallery and Design


Africa and the world
229 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 362 6601
http://www.sujaro.com
info@sujaro.com
Here you will find the biggest selection of African imports around, as well as great products from Mexico, the Middle East, Bali, Senegal, Ghana, Zaire, Mali and other West African nations and Southeast Asia. Andrew Berz, whose friends and partner are from Gambia, travels there frequently and brings back his favorite items. Spend hours admiring the fine fabrics, jewelry, beads, tables, statues and one of the largest collections of masks in North America. The best part is this immense warehouse space allows you to roam freely without knocking anything down, and gives each piece its place in the spotlight. Sujaro is located in both San Francisco and Half Moon Bay. See the website for the Half Moon Bay location's contact information.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Union Square


Shopping, Dining, and More
Corner of Powell and Geary Streets
San Francisco, CA 94108
http://www.unionsquareshop.com/
Since the beginning of the 20th century, Union Square has been the centerpiece of the city's shopping district. With big names like Burberry, Emporio Armani, and Kate Spade lining the streets, this is the place to go for luxury retail therapy. For more casual options, the Westfield Shopping Center is only a few blocks away on Market Street and has hundreds of businesses to suit every need. If you need to fuel up after a long day of shopping, Union Square has a variety of dining options, from the ultra-posh to quick stops. At the heart of the square, a large open-air plaza is bustling year-round with art sales, musical performances, or holiday decorations. In the center of it all stands a huge stone monument which was built in 1903 and crowned with a bronze statue of Victory.

Review © 2007, Wcities
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Wells Fargo History Museum


See old San Francisco
420 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94163
+1 415 396 2619
http://www.wellsfargohistory.com
wfh@emotion.com
Get a little history of the wild wild west Wells Fargo-style, and check out the great collection of Gold Rush memorabilia here. The artifacts illustrate the impact of Wells Fargo in the development of the American West. You can view an original Concord stagecoach, strong boxes, gold nuggets, and mining tools, as well as century old photographs and documents of days gone past. The bookstore offers an excellent selection of books about the history of the area and of Wells Fargo. Admission is free.

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re:fresh


Bring back the zest!
1130 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
+1 415 563 2316
http://www.refreshdayspa.com/
The spa promises to make you feel fresh, no matter how downbeat you are when you enter. It offers a range of massages, including the signature re:fresh and re:balance massages as well as shiatsu, aromatherapy, pohaku, reflexology, sports and pregnancy massages. Manicures and pedicures, body wraps and scrubs, eye treatments, waxes and facials are also offered here. All services are restricted to patrons over 18 years of age. Bring your identity along to avoid being turned away.

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