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San Francisco Attractions

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Read More Alcatraz Island
(Fisherman's Wharf)
The notorious Alcatraz penitentiary has held some of the most infamous criminals in America. Located on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, tourists can take a ferry to visit the site.
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Read More Cable Cars
Cable Cars were introduced in 1873 to help locals content with the many hills the city is built on. Today, the few remaining cable cars offer tourists a great way to explore the city in historic fashion.
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Read More Golden Gate Bridge
(Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
The iconic Golden Gate Bridge has long been the most recognized symbol of San Francisco. It opened in 1937, at which time it was the world's longest suspension bridge.
Read More Asian Art Museum of San Francisco (Brundage Collection)
(Downtown)
The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco consists almost entirely of the fabulous, private collection donated by Avery Brundage.
Read More California Academy of Sciences
(Golden Gate Park)
The California Academy of Sciences is most noteworthy for its "green" design, complete with a Living roof of plants and solar panels.
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Read More Chinatown
San Francisco has one of the largest Chinese populations outside of Asia, and consequently has a very vibrant Chinatown area.
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Read More Coit Memorial Tower
(Telegraph Hill)
On Telegraph Hill stands Coit Tower. A lift takes visitors to a viewing area from where there are great views over the city and San Francisco Bay.
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Read More Crooked Lombard Street
(North Beach)
This section of Lombard Street is known for its ridiculous curves that zigzag up the hill. It was so designed because of the steep grade.
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Read More De Young Museum (formerly M H de Young Memorial Museum)
(Golden Gate Park)
The famous De Young Museum, built originally for the International California Exposition of 1894, holds a fine collection of American and international art.
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Read More Embarcadero Center
(Financial District)
The Embarcadero Center is a complex of buildings, including hotels, shops, and restaurants, many of which are linked with walkways, and feature open plazas.
Read More Exploratorium
(Palace of Fine Arts)
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Read More Fisherman's Wharf
One of San Francisco's most well known attractions, Fisherman's Wharf draws large crowds who come to shop, eat, and wander along the waterfront.
Read More Ghirardelli Square
(Fisherman's Wharf)
Ghirardelli Square is located in a restored factory area, surrounded by shops, galleries, and restaurants in renovated industrial buildings.
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Read More Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Park is a fabulous green space in the heart of San Francisco. It contains a number of lovely gardens, museums, and a buffalo paddock.
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Read More Grace Cathedral
(Nob Hill)
Based on Paris's famous Notre Dame, the Grace Cathedral was completed in 1964 and contains a 13th C crucifix, along with many other old treasures.
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Read More Japanese Tea Garden
(Golden Gate Park)
The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park was built for the 1894 California International Exposition as part of a larger display. Water features, bridges, and traditional plants create a peaceful environment.
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Read More Palace of Fine Arts
(Pacific Heights)
The Palace of Fine Arts is the only building still standing from the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition. It houses a large theater and the Exploratorium.
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Read More Palace of the Legion of Honor
(Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
The California Palace of the Legion of Honor is renowned for its collection of French Art.
Read More San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park
(Fisherman's Wharf)
Restored 19th and 20th C ships line the waterfront at the Hyde Street Pier, which is now the San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park.
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Read More San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
(Downtown)
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is among the most important art museums in the city. It focuses primarily on 20th C art.
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Read More San Francisco Zoo
(Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
The San Francisco Zoo features a strong collection of exotic animals and is well regarded within the United States.
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Read More Transamerica Pyramid
(Financial District)
The unique design of the Transamerica Pyramid has made it a landmark feature of the San Francisco skyline.
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Read More Twin Peaks
(Mission District)
The Twin Peaks are undeveloped hills which offer a great vantage point for views out over the city and the Bay.
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Read More USS Pampanito
(Fisherman's Wharf)
This WWII submarine, located at Pier 45, has been completely restored and is open to the public for tours.
Read More Bank of America
(Financial District)
Read More Bank of California
(Financial District)
Read More Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
Read More Buffalo Paddock
(Golden Gate Park)
Read More Cathedral Hill
Read More Church of St Mary the Virgin
Read More Cliff House
(Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
Read More Cow Hollow Area
(Pacific Heights)
Read More Fort Point National Historic Site
(Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
Read More Great American Music Hall
Read More Hyatt Regency Hotel
(Embarcadero Center)
Read More Marina District
Read More Maritime Museum
(San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park)
Read More Market Street
(Financial District)
Read More Mexican Museum
(Fort Mason Center)
Read More Mission Dolores
(Mission District)
Read More Municipal Railway (MUNI)
Read More Octagon House
(Pacific Heights)
Read More Pier 39
(Fisherman's Wharf)
Read More Presidio National Park
(Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
Read More Sigmund Stern Grove (Amphitheater)
Read More The Cannery
(Fisherman's Wharf)
Read More The Fillmore
Read More Theatre of Yugen
Read More Vedanta Temple
(Pacific Heights)
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