San Francisco Attractions

 
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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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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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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)

The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco consists almost entirely of the fabulous, private collection donated by Avery Brundage.

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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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San Francisco has one of the largest Chinese populations outside of Asia, and consequently has a very vibrant Chinatown area.
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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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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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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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The Embarcadero Center is a complex of buildings, including hotels, shops, and restaurants, many of which are linked with walkways, and feature open plazas.
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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.
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Ghirardelli Square is located in a restored factory area, surrounded by shops, galleries, and restaurants in renovated industrial buildings.
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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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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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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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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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The California Palace of the Legion of Honor is renowned for its collection of French Art.

Read More San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park

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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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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The San Francisco Zoo features a strong collection of exotic animals and is well regarded within the United States.
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The unique design of the Transamerica Pyramid has made it a landmark feature of the San Francisco skyline.
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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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This WWII submarine, located at Pier 45, has been completely restored and is open to the public for tours.

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Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
The former penitentiary of Alcatraz.Alcatraz Island, San Francisco
Lamppost at Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco.Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco.Japanese Tea Garden, San Francisco
Cable car in Chinatown in San Francisco.Chinatown, San Francisco
San Francisco's Coit Tower on Telegraph Hill.Coit Memorial Tower, San Francisco
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