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San Francisco is located on the western coast of the U.S. and is the fourth largest city in the State of California. The city encircles San Francisco Bay, an area which houses almost 7.5 million residents, while the downtown area is located on the San Francisco Peninsula. The peninsula overlooks the San Francisco Bay to the north and east, and the roaring Pacific Ocean to the west, and is connected to the mainland by the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the 7 kilometre long Oakland Bay Bridge. San Francisco is known for its beautiful natural, hilly setting, mild climate and its tolerance to different people’s way of life. It is a dynamic, vibrant and exciting city, a major centre of finance and culture, and considered by many to be one of the most livable cities in the U.S.A. Home to a free thinking and liberated community, San Francisco offers visitors a range of attractions which range from the rather neat Lombard Street with its eight hairpin-bends to the maze of the city’s Chinatown district which is the largest and oldest in the U.S.A. For visitors touring, San Francisco also provides a fantastic base from which to explore the stunning State of California.
Being located on the peninsula means the city is almost surrounded by water and is backed by the distant Sierra Nevada Mountains, and positioned on the coast with the Santa Cruz Mountains to the south. Across the Golden Gate Bridge the scenic northern Marin County is known for its stunning Marin Headlands which add an impressive backdrop to the landscape when crossing over the bay. San Francisco is also connected to East Bay via the Bay Bridge, which runs via Yerba Buena Island. The city is located in a hilly area with many suburbs taking the names of the hills on which they are built. This has led visitors to feel familiar with the place names which include Twin Peaks, Pacific Heights, Strawberry Hills and Red Rock to name a few. San Francisco Bay contains several islands with none as well known as Alcatraz, which is also called the ‘Rock’. Alcatraz has become one of San Francisco’s most popular tourist attractions with visitors flocking to see inside the notorious prison, the remains of the earlier military base and the first lighthouse to have been built on the west coast. Alcatraz is reached from the Pier 33 at Fisherman’s Wharf, which is part of the original settlement of San Francisco and remains a working fishing port. Fisherman’s Wharf is a major tourist attraction and provides a large selection of shops and restaurants in Ghirardelli Square and Pier 39, and if you are interested the Musee Mecanique, Wax Museum or Ripley’s ‘Believe It Or Not’ Museum. Adjacent to Pier 39 can be found the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park which includes a fleet of historic vessels, and a museum which is housed in an Art Deco styled bathhouse of the 1930’s. Another popular attraction which is easily seen in this area of San Francisco is the Fish Market and Wharves Heritage Streetcar Line, which operates original period streetcars from around the world that adds a little more colour to this already colourful city. Highlights of San Francisco have become part of the popular ‘49 Mile Scenic Drive’, which was created in 1938 as part of the Golden Gate International Exposition. The route is clearly marked by large blue and white signs with a sea gull prominently displayed. The drive passes many well known and popular attractions such as Coit Tower, Ferry Building, Palace of Fine Arts, Asian Art Museum, Museum of Modern Art, Chinatown, Japantown, Transamerica Pyramid, Legion of Honor and Lombard Street, and includes great views of the city, Golden Gate Bridge and the Oakland Bay Bridge.
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Intercontinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco
San Francisco
 |  As splendid now as when it opened to great fanfare in 1926, InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco is one of the city’s finest hotels. Located at the crossing of three cable car lines, the venerable landmark is minutes from Union Square, Chinatown and the Financial District. Fisherman’s Wharf a... |
Fairmont Heritage Place Ghiradelli Square
San Francisco
 |  The cornerstone of Ghirardelli Square, Ghirardelli’s illustrious chocolate factory, has been reinvented as Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square. Our residential-style, all-suite San Francisco luxury hotel allows you to experience one of the city’s most precious jewels in a new and intimate w... |
Handlery Untion Square Hotel
San Francisco
|  Located at Union Square, the Handlery Union Square Hotel offers the perfect San Francisco lodging for vacationers and business travelers. As a family-owned hotel, we create great experiences for our guests by offering personal service, comfortable rooms, and a warm atmosphere. Ideally located near m... |
The Fairmont San Francisco
San Francisco
 |  This historic hotel is located in Nob Hill, in the heart of the Bay City's most prestigious neighbourhood. It enjoys a panoramic view of the city and the Bay and is just a short cable car ride to bustling Downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. It is a luxurious hotel wit... |
The Westin St. Francis
San Francisco
|  The Westin St. Francis invites you to experience style, elegance, and comfort in the heart of Union Square. The hotel is perfectly located as it is surrounded by world class-shopping, restaurants, and theatres, with a cable car stop right outside the front door. It is just a short walk to the Fina... |
Holiday Inn Civic Centre
San Francisco
 |  The Holiday Inn Civic Centre is located three blocks from the cable car line and in the heart of the Performing Arts District. It is a well established hotel and offers spacious accommodation. It is a very good place to stay for those want a more affordable hotel. Parking costs $35 USD per day. |
Holiday Inn Fisherman's Wharf
San Francisco
|  Perfectly blending nostalgic charm and modern excitement, Holiday Inn San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is an ideal option among Fisherman's Wharf hotels. Our full-service San Francisco, CA hotel provides comfort and service as classic as the City by the Bay.
Spoil yourself with our spacious San Fra... |
Marriott Union Square
San Francisco
|  Combine beauty, fun, efficiency and a terrific location and you have the new San Francisco Marriott Union Square hotel. Sitting on the corner of Sutter and Powell, our Union Square hotel in San Francisco, California is just steps from world-class shopping, restaurants, bars, and the theater district... |
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Alcatraz Tour, Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods etc
Tour
San Francisco |  This enthralling day trip takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge for a view of San Francisco from Vista Point, then through the coastal mountains to the Bay Area's popular Muir Woods. This national monument is the site of a virgin forest of California Coast redwood trees, among the oldest and talle... |
Monterey, Carmel and the 17-Mile Drive Day Trip
Tour
San Francisco |  Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. You'll follow Highway 1 to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula and visit Steinbeck's Cannery Row. Finish your day with a stop at the coastal town of Carmel by the Sea, before returning to San Francisco via famous... |
Alcatraz and San Francisco City Tour
Tour
San Francisco | The San Francisco City Tour begins with a drive along the famous waterfront for views of San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Photo stops are made at the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and Twin Peaks (weather permitting).
Your tour also includes the ferry ride to Alcatraz Island and an audi... |
San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Sightseeing
San Francisco |  See San Francisco at your own pace on a one-day or two-day hop-on hop-off tour! From historical sites to modern San Francisco architecture, this tour uncovers the beauty and culture of the Bay Area. Complete with live narration, this is a fantastic and easy way to see all the sights San Francisco ha... |
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip
Tour
San Francisco |  Your journey begins with a drive through San Joaquin Valley and into the Sierra Nevada range. In the morning, you will be driven to a giant sequoia grove (snow depth permitting), stopping along the way for a bird's-eye view of the whole valley. You can relax in the picnic area and have lunch among t... |
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