Category: San Francisco
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Embark on Enchanting Escapes: The Best Day Trips from San Francisco
Nestled amidst the captivating beauty of Northern California, San Francisco serves as a gateway to a world of wondrous day trips that promise a symphony of experiences. From picturesque coastal towns to rugged natural wonders, these day escapes offer a refreshing change of scenery and a chance to delve into new adventures. Let’s embark on…
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How to Choose the Best San Francisco Bay Cruise
Seen from the big bay, shoreline views of the “City by the Bay” stretch forever. The San Francisco skyline rises up and around an active waterfront, Alcatraz has an eerie vibe, and Angel Island is inviting. Passing under Golden Gate Bridge soaring overhead is an unforgettable moment. Photo ops of the pristine hills of Marin…
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San Francisco Scenic Views
San Francisco has spectacular scenic views, and they are everywhere. The city’s location at the northern tip of a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, hilly topography, rugged windswept coastline, magnificent parks, huge bay, expansive bay front, eclectic neighborhoods, pastel-colored houses tightly packed together in ascending layers, and magical stairways offer unparalleled…
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Complete Guide to Muir Woods
Ancient Muir Woods National Monument is a natural wonder. Stepping into the quiet of towering redwood trees, with streaming rays of sunlight or ethereal fog filtering through them, is awesome.
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Complete Guide to Golden Gate Bridge
In San Francisco, a city of superlatives, the Golden Gate Bridge, tops the list. The image of the dark orange suspension bridge against a bright blue sky or shrouded by fog is recognized worldwide as a symbol of San Francisco. Locals and visitors are drawn to the magnificent structure and scenic setting. They come to see it, photograph it, cross it.
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Things to Do In San Francisco With Kids
Finding things to do with kids in San Francisco on vacation is easy. Our list includes a variety of fun things which appeal to kids from tots to teens – sightseeing, museums and attractions, outdoor fun, techno games and interactive activities.
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San Francisco For First Timers
San Francisco is one of the most visually beautiful and unique cities in America. Wonderful weather, interrupted now and then by fog banks rolling in and out, spectacular scenery, a big, busy bay, interesting architecture, closely stacked in layers up and down steep hills, iconic sights, interesting museums, large swaths of green parks, outdoor markets,…
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The Best Way To Spend 2 Days In San Francisco
Our guide will show you how you can get around San Francisco in 2 Days using Big Bus while also receiving discounted admission to the most popular experiences with CityPass.
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Fun Rainy Day Activities in San Francisco
When fog rolls in and stays or when rain keeps coming down in San Francisco, there’s no need to feel gloomy or succumb to cabin fever. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of having a day to spend exploring the city’s many, varied, great indoor attractions and museums. Put on raingear, wear comfortable shoes,…
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How to See San Francisco on a Budget
It’s not an oxymoron! Although San Francisco is ranked as the forth most expensive destination in the United States, there are endless ways to have a great time in this jewel of a city while staying on budget. Read on for the can’t miss attractions and sites throughout San Francisco. With a little planning, they can all…
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Best Places To See While Biking in San Francisco
San Francisco has the perfect ingredients for a great bike ride – it’s bike friendly, has great weather (particularly in spring and fall) and has incredibly dramatic scenery. Over 50 miles of connecting bike lanes link neighborhoods and iconic areas all around the peninsula. The only downside, especially for the occasional biker, is that it’s…
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Holiday Events at the California Academy of Sciences
Photo Courtesy of the California Academy of Sciences It might not be snowing in San Francisco, but there’s a winter wonderland to explore at the California Academy of Sciences! This all-encompassing attraction houses an aquarium, planetarium and natural history museum all in one place. Step inside and revel in the wonder of ’Tis the Season for Science,…
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San Francisco Segway Tour Coupons
Looking for a way to see San Francisco’s amazing sights without the major workout of walking up, down and around the city’s steep, near vertical streets? See it easily and see more of it on a guided Segway tour. For a really fun and interesting time, pick the one that takes you to the places…
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Go San Francisco Card Coupon
With so many wonderful things to do in San Francisco, it’s hard to decide what to do. When traveling with family or friends, coming to a consensus can be difficult. There is a way! Get everyone a Go Card! The 1 Day Pass has 27 choices, encompassing everything from San Francisco tours and excursions on…
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Best Outdoor Activities in San Francisco
Segway through San Francisco In a city known for its steep, near vertical streets, walking up, down and around them to see the sights can be a workout. See it easily and see more of it on a Segway tour. San Francisco Electric Tour Company has a super selection of guided Segway tours. While each…
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Ultimate Guide To Summer in San Francisco
First things first: the weather. San Francisco had its own unique micro climate. Temperatures in the City by the Bay are different from those across the bay or down the peninsula. While San Francisco weather is classified as temperate, seasonal fluctuations are small. It’s never too hot; never too cold. However, on any given day,…
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Hornblower Cruises San Francisco Discount Coupons
Don’t leave San Francisco without cruising majestic San Francisco Bay. It will be an experience to remember on a Hornblower Champagne Brunch or Dining Cruise where panoramic views of legendary San Francisco landmarks are spectacular, the gourmet cuisine is delicious, and the luxurious ambiance is delightful.
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Aquarium of the Bay Coupons
The Aquarium of the Bay enables guests to explore the beauty, magic and wonder of the world beneath the waves of San Francisco Bay. Located on Pier 39 at the intersection of Beach Street and Embarcadero, the 65,000-square-foot facility has marine tanks that hold more than 700,000 gallons of water. Over 600,000 people visit the…
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Aquarium of the Bay Group Tickets and Packages
Aquarium of the Bay is located at Pier 39 near the intersection of Beach Street and Embarcadero. The 65,000-square-foot facility exhibits over 20,000 marine animals that are indigenous to San Francisco Bay and the nearby waterways. Animals on display include various species of sharks, sturgeons, octopus, rays and rockfish. Over 600,000 people visit the aquatic…
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4th of July in San Francisco
San Francisco and the Bay Area commemorate the Fourth of July with picnics, live music, kid-friendly activities and fireworks shows. It is the only city in the country that hosts simultaneous pyrotechnic displays. Traditional annual events include the Marin County Fair, the Alameda Parade and the activities on the USS Hornet, a Second World War…
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Things to Do on Veterans Day
Veterans Day, honoring those who have served in our armed forces, is celebrated annually on November 11. The United States has celebrated Veterans Day since 1919 and falls on the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I. Other countries celebrate a day similar to Veterans Day on November 11 (also known as Remembrance…
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Grayline San Francisco Tour Promo Code
Tour the most scenic locales in San Francisco during the San Francisco Sightseeing Deluxe City Tour. This tour offers the opportunity to explore Geary, Post, Powell, and Stockton Streets in Union Square while enjoying a spectacular view of the bay. Expansive department stores, designer boutiques, and a maze of gorgeous flowers and shrubs are just…