Visit San Francisco and You
May Leave Your Heart Behind
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Golden Gate Bridge
When you visit San Francisco, home of the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and the greatest variety of dining experiences anywhere in the world, it could steal your heart.
Whether it's for business or pleasure be ready to take in all the sights and flavors of this grand city.
A city known for its summer fog and steep rolling hills . . . and streets. There are enough bay area events to keep you entertained, restaurants to satisfy any craving and hotels to rest your bones.
Once on the ground at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) you are only minutes away from hundreds of activities, Alcatraz tours, the best restaurants and hotels in San Francisco.
Whether you plan on staying in a 5-Star hotel or a more modest establishment, you will find hundreds of accommodating hotels in San Francisco. Nob Hill, Union Square and the Financial district offer not only some of the finest hotels and restaurants, but also posh department stores and other exclusive boutiques.
Fisherman's Wharf
Dungeness crabs
You don't want to miss Fisherman's Wharf, it's a real tourist attraction. Watch the sea lions from Pier 39 and eat some of the freshest seafood around in the best restaurants in San Francisco.
Take a dinner cruise with Hornblower Cruises or perhaps Alcatraz tours at night.
You will find Alioto's and the Fisherman's Grotto on the wharf along with the Balclutha, a three- masted, full rigged ship.
You can even rent a bicycle and do some San Francisco sightseeing on wheels.
Chinatown
Cable car in Chinatown
Be sure to take a cable car to Chinatown and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of this community when you visit San Francisco.
Shop at it's outdoor markets and eat some of the best Chinese food in the area.
Grant Avenue is the showplace in Chinatown. It is the host of the Autumn Moon Festival Street Fair and of course, the popular Chinese New Year Festival and Parade.
Take the path less traveled and venture into Chinatown's everyday life on Stockton Street.
This neighborhood is known for its excellent Chinese restaurants that serve dishes made from freshly-prepared poultry or seafood to the staple, Dim Sum.
Things to Do in San Francisco
Make the time to visit the Richmond district where you will find the Cliff House restaurant. It's magnificent view of the Sutro baths and Seal Rock make this trip worthwhile.
If you travel south on the "Great Highway" you will find the Beach Chalet, which is on the western edge of Golden Gate Park.
The DeYoung Museum and the famous Japanese Tea Gardens are located in the Golden Park should be not passed up.
Any time you visit San Francisco you will find many fabulous hotels, the best restaurants, shopping and numerous vacation tours. And nightlife in the City by the Bay is a whole new adventure.
San Francisco Tourist Attractions
Alcatraz Island Wildflowers
Check here for Alcatraz Tours to fit your schedule
The History of Alcatraz Prison is a history of its escapes
Discover some of the Alcatraz prisoners
incarcerated on 'The Rock'
There are so many hotels in San Francisco that it could be confusing to pick among the many excellent choices.
There have been some unique, even troubling, Alcatraz movies made. The reviews will give you an idea of what to expect from these thrillers . . .
Use these insider hints and tips to find just the right type of hospitality that will top-off your experience when you Visit San Francisco!
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