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SAN FRANCISCO: LIBERAL | ECLECTIC | FOGGY

San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States.  It is a popular destination, known for its cool summers, steep hills, architecture, iconic landmarks and a stunning number of Michelin-starred restaurants.  Enjoy the attractions and then get off the tourist track by walking around the city which is divided into neighborhoods, each with its own distinct personality offering a wide variety of music, nightlife, art and culture.  Explore over 200 parks and spend a few hours at a beach.  Day trips to Napa Valley and Sonoma are a definite must for wine lovers.

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BEFORE YOU GO

Passports

Visas

Weather

Currency

Time Zone

Google Map

 

 

GETTING AROUND

The best way to see the city is on foot.  However rides on the city’s famous cable cars and historic street cars are fun photo opportunities.  Buses, the metro, taxis are also available along with Uber and Lyft.  From the airport, the BART is the fastest way into the city.  

 
STAY

There are numerous well-designed, luxuriously appointed establishments in prime locations.  The styles range from classic to modern, boutique to chain and everything in-between.  Here are a few of our favorites:

 

Clift  

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Four Seasons Hotel

Hotel Drisco

Hotel Palomar

Hotel Vitale

Loews Regency

The Argonaut

The Ritz-Carlton

The St. Regis

 

 

EAT 

This city has become a culinary mecca.  From Michelin-starred restaurants to food trucks and pop-ups, expect to never go hungry in San Francisco.  Dine like a king in this town.  The diet can wait.   

 

Acquerello - Michelin Starred

Ame Restaurant - Michelin Starred

Atelier Crenn - Michelin Starred

Aziza - Michelin Starred

Benu - Michelin Starred

Boudin Bakery & Cafe

Boulevard - Michelin Starred

Campton Place Restaurant - Michelin Starred

Coi Restaurant - Michelin Starred

Commis - Oakland - Michelin Starred

Gary Danko - Michelin Starred

Hog Island Oyster Co – Clam Chowder

Keiko À Nob Hill - Michelin Starred

Kokkari Estiatorio

Kusakabe - Michelin Starred

La Folie - Michelin Starred

La Taqueria - Burritos

Luce Restaurant - Michelin Starred

Maruya -Michelin Starred

Michael Mina - Michelin Starred

Nopa

Quince - Michelin Starred

Saigon Sandwich

Saison - Michelin Starred

San Tung Chinese Restaurant

Sons & Daughters - Michelin Starred

Sotto Mare

SPQR - Michelin Starred

Spruce - Michelin Starred

Trouble Coffee Co - Toast

State Bird Provisions - Michelin Starred

The Codmother Fish And Chips

The House

DRINKS

There are numerous drinking establishments in the city.  Enjoy a handcrafted cocktail at a neighborhood bar, atop a cliff or from an old-school bar.  Take in the local scene or a breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean or the city.  The choices are pretty much endless.  

 

Cliff House

Redwood Room

The Buena Vista Cafe – Irish Coffee

The Interval

The Slanted Door

The View

Trick Dog

Waterbar

 

 

SEE & DO

Most of these landmarks are iconic in every which way possible.  This city has something for everyone; architecture aficionados, nature enthusiasts, patrons of the arts, history buffs and more. 

 

Alcatraz Island

Asian Art Museum

Chinatown

Coit Tower

Ghirardelli Square

Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Park

Lands End

Lombard Street

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Presidio

Sutro Baths – Cave

 

 

SPA

Almost all the luxury hotels have in-house spas offering typical services.  A fun and relaxing getaway for the day include the following spas, which offer a tranquil escape from the busy city.

 

Cavallo Point Lodge - Day Trip

The Auberge Spa at Calistoga Ranch - Day Trip

 

 

SHOP

San Francisco offer a wide range of shopping experiences, from big designer brands at Union Square, to local boutiques in each neighborhood.  A fun way to try local goods is to spend a few hours at the Ferry building where artisans sell their proud creations.

 

Ferry Building Marketplace

Union Square

 

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