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Tips 1 - 5 of 5 San Francisco Things to Do
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Known for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, spectacular sights and unique shopping, FISHERMAN'S WHARF offers a wide array ot things to do for everyone.
The "Powell & Hyde Sts." cable car took us down to within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf.
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Phone: (415) 626-7070
Address: Shoreline near Jefferson between Powell and Hyde
Website: http://www.fishermanswharf.org/
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Its name derived from the Spanish word for seabirds, ALCATRAZ was once a federal prison, home to the likes of Al Capone and the "Birdman of Alcatraz".
Blue & Gold Ferries, offering self-guided tape tours (Al Capone himself will guide you), leave from Pier 41, Fisherman's Wharf
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Phone: Blue & Gold (415) 705-5555
Address: In the middle of San Fracisco Bay
Directions: Alcatraz is reached by ferries of the Blue and Gold fleet from Pier 41
Website: http://www.nps.gov/alcatraz
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Before its completion in 1937, the GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE was considered unbuildable because of foggy weather, 60 mile-per-hour winds and strong ocean currents sweeping through a deep rugged canyon below.
At a cost of $35 million, the 1.2 mile bridge took more than four years to build. Eleven men lost their lives during construction.
Pedestrians and bicyclists are allowed across the bridge on pathways.
The bridge toll for vehicles is $5.00, collected when entering San Francisco.
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Phone: (415) 921-5858
Address: Northwestern Tip of San Francisco Peninsula
Directions: The bridge is Highway 101's link from San Francisco to the counties North.
Website: http://www.goldengatebridge.org
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The CABLE CAR was introduced to San Francisco on August 2, 1873 and the idea was conceived by wire-cable manufacturer Andrew Hallidie.
The first cable car to descend down Clay Street on Nob Hill was an immediate success. Besides creating a vital link in San Francisco's public transportation system, the cable car opened the door for buildings on steep hills, which until this time was thought to be impossible.
San Francisco's beloved cable cars are the only vehicles of their kind still in operation.
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Address: 1201 Mason St. at Washington
Directions: There are 4 cable car lines (Hyde, California, Mason and Powell).
Website: http://www.sfcablecar.com
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Among the exotic live markets, dim sum dinners and herb shops, are the nearly 9,000 residents of Asian descent that call CHINATOWN "home".
You can taste delicacies you have never seen before. Bargain with shopkkeepers for imported delights, check out the numerous souvenir and specialty shops and experience a cultural haven with a flavor all its own.
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Address: Bordered by Broadway, Bush, Kearny, Stockton sts.
Directions: Ornamental gate at Grant and Bush intersection.
Website: http://www.sfchinatown.com/
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MalenaN Sat Apr 26, 2008 07:00 UTC
San Francisco is a lovely city, which I haven't visited since 1990. Your tips brought back many good memories. Thanks for that, and for visiting my Scotland page! | Kuznetsov_Sergey Wed Feb 13, 2008 18:21 UTC
I wish I ever see Golden Gate Bridge and sing I left my heart in San Francisco! Thanks Lori for reminding I didn't make it yet! Excellent page! May be one day... | Nemorino Sat Sep 22, 2007 20:34 UTC
Glad you are so enthusiastic about San Francisco! I lived and worked in Berkeley for several years in the 1960s, and often crossed to bay to visit San Francisco. Also we used to do live radio broadcasts from Alcatraz when it was occupied by the Indians. | traveldave Tue Jun 19, 2007 23:44 UTC
One of the great cities of the world. I've been there twice, and enjoyed it each time. I'll definitely have to go back someday. |
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