Wednesday, December 31, 2008

The Astonishing City of San Francisco

The Astonishing City of San Francisco by David H Urmann

San Francisco is one of the best cities to explore, with a cool and dry climate that everyone loves. It has many tourist spots, luxurious hotels, and fine restaurants.

San Francisco is a city with very beautiful sights, elegant hotels, fine dining, and sundry tourist spots. Everyone loves the climate here. Summers are nice and dry. Winters are showery. Vacationers are always pleased with their San Francisco experience.

See the list for some of the most favorite tourist attractions in San Francisco.

Alcatraz
Alcatraz is a remote island and former penitentiary. Also called “The Rock,” it has now become a public attraction.

The Golden Gate Bridge
This is one of the most famous bridges throughout the world. The San Francisco trip is not complete without strolling along this bridge and taking a souvenir photo.

Ghirardelli Square, Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf
These are located near the waterfront. Souvenir shops and restaurants are all over the area. The main attractions are street performers amusing tourists.

Coit Tower
Gush at the sight of the spectacular landscape of San Francisco and the Panoramic Bay atop the tower.

Union Square
Union Square Park is near the theater area, one block from Powell Cable. It featuresmulti-level underground parking and is encircled by hotels and restaurants. The park is open to the public.

China Town
Get a taste of authentic China in San Francisco. It is mixed with Western architecture also.

Sausalito
This spot offers one of the most dramatic vistas across the San Francisco bay. You can take a ferry boat to see the art galleries. Savor the delectable foods being served in restaurants.

The Palace of the Legion of Honor
This is the city’s amazing head-of-state art museums. It houses the Rodin Statues collection.

The Exploratorium
It is a modern house museum depicting Roman style structures. Its lagoon and outside arena are some of San Francisco’s most photographed scenery.

North Beach
The beach has an Italian-feel ambience with a half-Chinese neighborhood.

Golden Gate Park
This is the biggest park covering the city center all the way to the west in the Pacific Ocean.

The Golden Gate Bridge remains the most defining attraction of San Francisco. Don’t miss seeing this famous bridge on your trip to the city. Also see the Embarcadero and the baseball stadium up to the hill to see the Coit Tower murals. You can take the cable cars for rent. Climb the Twin Peaks to set eyes on the wonderful sceneries.

Added Tips:
1. Bring comfortable clothes like jackets, sweater, jeans
2. Make advanced reservations especially to the most popular attractions.
3. Take many photos and souvenirs. You may never get a chance to return.
4. Don’t rush. Take time to enjoy the sites.



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