San Francisco Vacation & Tourism Guide
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For any traveler, the list of attractions in San Francisco seems never-ending - Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Angel Island, Fisherman's Wharf - to name a few. Whether you are traveling this diverse metropolis by foot or riding one of its famous cable cars, there is so much to see and do in this city by the bay.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 101 reviews from 3 sources
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"Great place to enjoy "" — source Expedia
"Very nice hotel." — source Expedia
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1. Coit Tower
... [is] a monument to the firefighters who doused the flames of 1905, decorated with WPA murals depicting muscle-bound Californians working the land. Built with $100,000 bequeathed by Lily Coit in 1929, the 210-foot, simple co... more
Real Travelers who've been to Coit Tower
BlueHippos in San Francisco said
… guided tour.Hired bikes form 'Blazing Saddles' and cycled to and over the Golden Gate Bridge.Walked to Coit Tower… continue reading »
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2. Golden Gate Bridge
... strait of the Golden Gate from San Francisco to the Marin headlands for 1. 7 miles is the world-renowned Golden Gate Bridge, easily identified by its International Orange color. Opened in 1937, the bridge was built at a cos... more
Real Travelers who've been to Golden Gate Bridge
jaynris in San Francisco said
… Stayed with Mark and Jennifer, saw the golden gate bridge… continue reading »
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3. Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf remains one of San Francisco's most popular tourist destinations. The Wharf consists ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Fisherman's Wharf
Kunal in The last week in California said
… and Fisherman's Wharf. Made a visit to the Hindu temple, enjoyed some delicious seafood, great nightlife and a memorable ferry ride… continue reading »
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4. End Up (The)
... haven't experienced the ENDUP, you haven't experienced San Francisco!" noted a patron of 15 years. The eclectic mix of people who frequent the Endup--gay and straight, young and old, of all colors, creeds, and backgrounds r... more
Real Travelers who've been to End Up (The)
El Watt in San Francisco said
… yet. Normally I end up in a new city and I've been mugged or ripped off within two days. However there's something different… continue reading »
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5. Golden Gate Park
This non-profit gift shop supports the Golden Gate National Park Districts conservation, education, and research ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Golden Gate Park
3 Briggsandmichele in Sidetrip to San Francisco said
… bread and fruit while at the Ferry bldg. Our next stop was Golden Gate park. We spread our blanket, drank our wine… continue reading »
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6. Japanese Tea Garden
Located in Golden Gate Park , this garden is a marvel of the landscape architects art. This traditional Japanese ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Japanese Tea Garden
Steph & Craig in Tea Please said
… garden. Well worth the $4 entry fee. I finished my tour with a pot of green tea and some yummy japanese snack cookies. Back… continue reading »
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7. Grace Cathedral
This impressive neo-Gothic structure crowning Nob Hill was built on the site of the Crocker Mansion ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Grace Cathedral
roundtheworldin84days in Cable cars and cheesecake said
… Ruth, was very interesting. We also visited the Grace Cathedral, which I thought looked older than it is, and we were both… continue reading »
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8. Cable Cars
Once the most popular from of public transportation for early San Franciscans, the cable cars have ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Cable Cars
Missouri Traveler in Golden Gate Bridge at 3:00 a.m. said
… in the cable car up Hyde Street, we looked back at the blue bay, with Alcatraz Island in the distance.… continue reading »
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9. Chinatown
... to Chinatown at Grant Avenue and Bush Street is called the "Dragon's Gate. " Inside are 24 blocks of hustle and bustle, most of it taking place along Grant, the oldest street in San Francisco. This city within a city is bes... more
Real Travelers who've been to Chinatown
korlando in Trip Summary said
… - the Italian district with more restaurants then you can count -China Town… continue reading »
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10. Cable Car Museum
topics: railroading, transportation. more
Real Travelers who've been to Cable Car Museum
roundtheworldin84days in Cable cars and cheesecake said
… Finished off our sight-seeing today by riding on the cable cars and visiting the cable car museum, which as you said… continue reading »
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1. Range
This contemporary restaurant adds to the list of amazing San Francisco eateries. With low ceilings ... more
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2. Ame
... :Mesquite wood floors and chocolate-colored walls hung with a smattering of abstract paintings give the space a warm, museum-like quality. Silver and gold sheer curtains obscure the street traffic outside. Lovebirds, hotel... more
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3. Farallon
The underwater decor of this Union Square destination is interesting and somewhat whimsical. Imagine a sea ... more
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4. La Folie
Another of San Francisco's world-class dining experiences can be found at this elegant and critically ... more
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5. Medjool Restaurant Lounge
... flavors of the Mediterranean in the heart of the Mission. Equally colorful is the open space with indoor and outdoor seating in the cafe, lounge, and main dining room. Medjool is the perfect place for parties of any size. C... more
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6. Restaurant Michael Mina
... :Though no expense was spared when the St. Francis Hotel gave Michael Mina carte blanche to create his namesake restaurant, it still feels like a staid hotel dining room. Pillars punctuate the minimalist space, with widely... more
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7. Delfina
This place is tiny. It is very popular as well, which generally means it is packed and quite loud inside. Luckily, ... more
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8. Florio
If you can't decide on a particular type of cuisine, trot done to Florio's. And take your pick from ... more
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9. Swan Oyster Depot
Pull up a chair at the counter of this SF institution and enjoy some of the best ... more
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10. Piperade
In a city that demands absolute excellence for a restaurant to survive, this Embarcadero neighborhood gem is creating ... more
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