San Francisco: Best Things to Do
SIGHTSEEING
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is a lovely museum. There are various exhibitions displayed here. The place is organized and all exhibitions are easy to find. The Golden Gate Park is an enormous park with beautiful gardens and lakes. You can walk around the park to experience the beauty of the city.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
The Golden Gate Park
DOWNTOWN
If you are in downtown San Francisco, come visit the Dewey Monument in Union Square. The monument is dedicated to Admiral George Dewey from the Spanish- American war. So you will get to understand the history while traveling in the city.
Dewey Monument
SHOPPING
The Westfield San Francisco Centre is a nine-story mall that has over 170 shops and restaurants. You can find pretty much everything that you need here. The San Francisco Premium Outlets is a mall that features all the best brands in one place. You should probably come early because this place can be so crowded in the afternoon.
The Westfield San Francisco Centre
The San Francisco Premium Outlets
FOOD & DRINK
Since San Francisco is located near the bay, seafood such as abalone, Dungeness crab, sand dabs, and shrimp are quite popular. Pro tips, people of San Francisco particularly fancy the Anchor Steam Beer from the Anchor Brewing Company.
CULTURE
San Fransisco has a huge population of Hispanic. This condition results in the diversity of San Francisco culture which influences their cuisines, arts, and architecture.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Peak season: The best time to visit San Francisco is during the Indian Summer, the period after Labor Day weekend through September and early December. You can explore the city in a comfortable weather during this period.
HOTEL
Beck's Motor Lodge is an awesome play to stay. The parking is free at this lodge and it's located in the heart of the city that makes it convenient for you if you want to explore the city.
You can also book a room at Petite Auburge which was built in 1911. The room of this hotel is decorated with Victorian furniture. You can feel the old world charm when you stay at this hotel.
Beck's Motor Lodge
Petite Auburge
RESTAURANT
Located in Financial District, Tadich Grill is an outstanding restaurant you must visit. The food and staff will never disappoint, along with the decoration that emits such an elegance. The Rich Table goes above and beyond in terms of their food and service. The menu is diverse, the atmosphere is relaxing, and not to mention the hospitality of the staff.
Tadich Grill
The Rich Table
CAFE
The Mill is famous for its toast. Their bread is also fresh and tastes divine. Beside coffee, this place also offers other various beverages. Tartine Bakery offers a variety of sweets and pastries. You can't ignore the amazing smell from this place that will call you in to try their menu.
The Mill
Tartine Bakery
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
You can see the night view of San Francisco through the huge circular window of Marriott Marquis San Francisco that is located on the 39th floor. The view and the ambiance of the place are perfect for an evening drink.
Marriott Marquis San Francisco
INTERESTING PLACE
Alcatraz Prison is famous for its history and worth to visit. It was a prison that is now turned into a tourist attraction. You can learn about the history of this place through the guided tour. Lombard Street is a unique steep street with eight sharp turns that makes this street has predicate as the most crooked street in the world. The neighborhood around the Lombard Street is also lovely to see as it's filled with a lot of flowers.
Alcatraz Prison
Lombard Street
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Golden Gate Bridge is a must visit landmark of San Francisco. It's because the red suspension bridge is famous all over the world. If you visit this place early, you will have a picturesque view of fog-covered bridge. The Palace of Fine Arts is a grand building located near the Marina. The building is surrounded by a beautiful lake and trees.
Golden Gate Bridge
The Palace of Fine Arts
