Travel to San Francisco
San Francisco
San Francisco is the place where sea, land and sky meet together with beautiful architecture and a vibrant and colorful culture. The city's impressive buildings and diverse neighborhoods will impress you almost as much as the magical view of the Golden Gate Bridge as it stretches its way through the clouds.
San Francisco has the richest history of any city on the West Coast. The 1849 Gold Rush brought a flood of treasure seekers and San Francisco became a thriving city and a bustling port at a time when most western towns were only villages.
You'll never run out of things to do in San Francisco . Don't miss the chance to see the downtown's famous skyscrapers including the Transamerica Pyramid or to relax and enjoy the view from the Golden Gate Park . You can also watch street entertainers at Fisherman's Wharf or visit the city's colorful Chinatown, one of the largest in North America .
San Francisco Attractions :
Fisherman's Wharf, once a bustling shipping area, is now a popular tourist attraction and hosts many city events such as Fourth of July fireworks and the Fleet Week air shows. While you're here stop by the famous Pier 39 with its gift shops and its main charm – California Sea Lions.
Alcatraz Island , visible from the pier, is the most famous prison in U.S. history and often referred to as The Rock. It has been shown in many films, TV programs and as a prison had many notable inmates such as Al Capone.
Chinatown is one of the oldest and largest Chinese communities outside of Asia . Take a stroll through its colorful streets and step into a few of the gift shops, herbal stores, dragon shows, and restaurants that make this neighborhood truly amazing.
The Golden Gate Bridge is an engineering marvel and an architectural piece of art. After its completion in 1937 it held the title of the longest bridge in the world for 27 years. According to Kodak this bridge is the most photographed object in the world.
The Presidio of San Francisco is a national park in the northern part of the San Francisco Peninsula . During its history this fort was under the possession of Spain , Mexico , and finally the United States . It is now a recreational paradise with amazing views and beautiful trails. .
The San Francisco Financial District is the area of the city that serves as the main business district. The skyline is filled with countless sky-rises including the Trans-America Pyramid and the district is home to numerous foreign embassies and consulates.
The Cable Cars of San Francisco are an icon of the city. Don't miss the chance to ride up and down the hilly streets of the city in one of these cars that have been around for almost half a century. The cable cars are used today mostly by tourists rather than by commuters.
The San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts offers a wide collection of European Art. Here you can view works of famous European artists such as Rodin, Picasso, Degas, Rembrandt, van Gogh, and Renoir. The palace is also a popular place for weddings in the San Francisco Bay Area.
San Francisco Bay Cruise No trip to the city is complete without a ride through the famous San Francisco Bay onboard a luxury cruise boat. You can enjoy cocktails on deck while you view the breathtaking city skyline in an atmosphere of ease and luxury.
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