What do you think of first any time anyone mentions San Francisco? Maybe the fine restaurants. Or the Golden Gate Bridge. Or the world’s crookedest street. However, you will discover the city offers more than you might even imagine. You’ll discover lot to see and do while you’re visiting this magnificent city.
San Francisco is a perfect city for walking. The temperature is rarely too cold or too hot for wandering outdoors and the city is so beautiful; a stroll is the best transportation alternative to get an idea of all that “The City” (as it is known to the natives) has to offer. And, if your feet begin to feel a little cramped from all that walking, all you have to do is hitch a ride on one of San Francisco’s famous cable cars until you reach your next point of interest. The cable car is unique to San Francisco, the locale where the trolley originated, and is a perfect way to immerse yourself in San Francisco culture.
While in San Fran, Fisherman’s Wharf is a must see for your itinerary. Visit Pier 39 for a good time. Pier 39 offers great shopping center, which is filled with shops, arcades, and street artists. And if you’re feeling playful, salute the other residents of the docks—sea lions!—easily spotted just off the pier. Fisherman’s Wharf is also the place to be if you’re hungry for seafood. While there are plenty of great restaurants that will satisfy any craving, be sure to stop by Boudin’s and try their famous sourdough bread (you can see the chef in action!) and clam chowder. Fisherman’s Wharf is swimming with excitement; don’t overlook this landmark area!
The local neighborhoods of San Francisco are another must-see if you want to live the diversity of San Francisco culture. From North Beach to Chinatown, each neighborhood has an experience of its own that you won’t find in any other city. The neighborhood of Haight-Ashbury is an exciting neighborhood of San Francisco. Considered the Bohemian center of the city, this neighborhood is the artistic birthplace of such legendaries as Jefferson Airplane and Janis Joplin. The spirit of these artists and their music still continues in this district. Haight-Ashbury also has some small but great local restaurants, bars and shops, including Amoeba Music, a record store that was once a bowling alley. Here you can locate nearly any music you’re looking for, with a great variety of vinyl. And just a short distance from this district is also located the Golden Gate Park—a huge, gorgeous park that rivals New York City’s Central Park.
Also near Haight-Ashbury and the downtown area, you will find Castro, the very popular gay destination of San Francisco. This district is chock full of great restaurants, clubs, bars, and shops as well as the the best of San Francisco nightlife. Try to watch a film at the historic Castro theatre and relax at one of the elegant and tasteful bed and breakfasts the district has to offer. And if you visit at the right time of year, you can experience one of the great San Fran festivals such as Pink Saturday in June.
So while planning your San Francisco get-away, make sure your itinerary takes you off the beaten path. In San Fran you will find unique adventures everywhere you turn. Engulf yourself in the culture of the city; it’s the only way to do San Francisco!
Virtually any online travel company can assist you with your San Francisco travel plans. You could also use a specialized site, such as one that specializes in gay travel options.