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What are the first things you think of any time anyone says the word San Francisco? Maybe the hills. Or the cable cars. Or Alcatraz prison. 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.

One of the great things about San Francisco is that you can explore the city by foot nearly year round. The climate rarely gets too cold or too warm for wandering outside and the city is so beautiful; a stroll is a great method to take in all that San Francisco has to offer. And, should you find yourself tired from walking, all you have to do is jump on one of San Francisco’s famous cable cars until you reach your next destination. This form of transportation is unique to San Francisco, the city where the trolley originated, and is a great way to put yourself right into the city’s special culture.

While in San Fran, Fisherman’s Wharf is a must see for your itinerary. Make a stop at Pier 39 for a good time. Pier 39 is famous for its great shopping center, which is filled with shops, games, and street artists. Take a look off the piers and see the local inhabitants of the docks—sea lions! Fisherman’s Wharf is also the place to go if you’re looking for great seafood. While there are many great restaurants to be found, be sure to stop by Boudin’s and try their famous sourdough bread (you can see the chef in action!) and unbeatable clam chowder. Fisherman’s Wharf is swimming with fun; don’t ignore this landmark area!

The local neighborhoods of San Francisco are another great stop if you want to live the amazing varieties of San Francisco culture. From North Beach to Chinatown, each neighborhood has an experience of its own that you won’t find anywhere else. The neighborhood of Haight-Ashbury is one of the highlights of San Francisco. Considered the Bohemian center of the city, this neighborhood is the birthplace of such legendaries as Jefferson Airplane and Janis Joplin. The spirit of these artists and their music still lives on in this district. Haight-Ashbury also boasts of some small but great local eateries, bars and shops, including Amoeba Music, a bowling alley that was converted into a record store. Here you can buy almost any type of music you can think of, with a huge variety of vinyl. And just a short distance from this district is also located the Golden Gate Park—a large, gorgeous park that echoes 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 when you plan your San Francisco vacation, be sure to not just do the tourist stuff. In San Fran you will find unique adventures everywhere you turn. Indulge in the culture of the city; it’s the only way to explore San Francisco!

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