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WeLCome WHAT’S NEW in SAn frAnCiSCo it’s hard to pick just a few new things to see, do and eat in San francisco. nevertheless, we’ll try. Be sure to keep in touch with us on instagram, twitter and facebook for the latest. Here’s what’s new and different for 2020.

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this year, San francisco it’s going to be a will commemorate the great year for golf in 1 arrival of some of its 2 San francisco. tPC most famous residents: Harding Park near the sea of Pier 39. these San francisco’s will boisterous animals first began host the 2020 PgA Championship, hauling out at the Pier following the may 11-17. this will be the first time Loma Prieta earthquake. now, some a PgA Championship will be held in 30 years later, visitors will be able San francisco, and only the second to participate in educational and time a municipal course will host the creative activities to celebrate our competition. tickets are expected to favorite flippered friends. 4. sell quickly.

San Francisco’s Golden 2020 marks the San francisco’s creative Gate Park will celebrate 50th anniversary of culture is second-to- 3 its 150th anniversary 4 . 5 none. the city is full in 2020 with a nearly Long considered to be of arts institutions with year-long series of celebrations. the epicenter of LgBtQ culture and global reputations. this year, the Home to museums, monuments and the modern fight for equality, Asian Art museum will cut the ribbon protected wildlife, and host to some of San francisco will be pulling out all on a 13,000-square-foot expansion, San francisco’s most treasured annual the stops for this year’s celebrations. creating more space for its prized events, the 1,000-plus acre golden @jimmmy03; San francisco travel Association (2); @marisollysette_; ren Art Asian museum and wHY © dering expect plenty of revelry during Pride collection of artifacts that spans gate Park stretches from the legendary month in june, as well as during 6,000 years of history. Haight-Ashbury neighborhood to the LgBt History month in october. Pacific ocean.

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Most Shareable 10 PHOTO SPOTS San francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With waterside views, unique architecture, exquisite cuisine and diverse culture, it’s naturally photogenic. Here are just a few spots for taking fomo-inducing photos on your next trip to the City by the Bay.

1. Golden Gate Bridge no trip to San francisco is complete without a visit to the golden gate Bridge; but to capture a great angle of it, consider other vantage points. , a former military airfield south of the bridge, offers gorgeous views, as well as spots for picnicking. or, head to fort Point to snap a photo that will really make jaws drop.

2. The Presidio for another stunning view of the golden gate Bridge, head to the Presidio to get a wide shot of the full span. While you’re there, explore Andy goldsworthy’s immersive outdoor art gallery, and keep an eye out for colorful birds like Allen hummingbirds and belted kingfishers.

3. The Museum of Ice Cream this bright, colorful museum was literally designed with instagram in mind. A rotating display of dessert-themed 3 exhibitions—from cookie to a giant pool of sprinkles—are sure to garner lots of likes. 4. The of Alamo Square these fanciful Victorian houses at Hayes and Steiner streets are easily one of the most photographed WANT TO SHARE YOUR GORGEOUS destinations in the city. get the best shot of the ladies SHOTS WITH US? tag your photos with and the skyline by climbing up to the top of Alamo #AlwaysSf on instagram. Square right before sunset. 1-10: @roamingtina; San francisco travel @gracieandbutler; travel @sanfranciscoway; Association; francisco San @roamingtina; 1-10: @corey_sit_photography @karindillie; @3rd_eye_aperture;@3vinnie.vliu; @fionaphung_;@335kai;

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7. Snap a shot of palm trees, sloping hills, and the San francisco skyline—not to mention some eye-catching locals—at the top of this park. on your way there, stroll through the mission District to observe hundreds of vibrant murals.

8. PIER 39 Packed with sea lions and free performances of all sorts, there’s so much to capture on camera at this destination.

5. Alcatraz Ferry for an unspoiled view of Alcatraz, the site of the first lighthouse in the western and infamous former penitentiary, head to Pier 33 for a short, scenic voyage on Alcatraz Cruises.

7 8 5 9. With greek-style columns, this architectural masterpiece is definitely one of the most recognizable and resplendent landmarks in the city.

10. Chinatown the oldest and largest Chinatown in the United States, 6. Golden Gate Park this historic neighborhood has no shortage of photogenic from the japanese tea garden to the Conservatory of storefronts and temples—not to mention lots of tasty flowers, this world-famous park (celebrating its 150th food to sample while you walk around. birthday in 2020) is a treasure trove of photo ops. Check out the while you’re there to see an array of contemporary and modern art and soak up the 360-degree views from the observation deck. 9

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NEIGHBORHOOD STROLLS Dynamic neighborhoods, diverse streetscapes and mild year-round temperatures make San francisco a pedestrian-friendly playground. Before you tackle the city’s famous hills, acquaint yourself with a few appealing corners of its scenic, walkable communities.

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The Richmond/Golden Gate Park San francisco celebrates the 150th birthday of golden gate Park in 2020, making this an ideal time to explore the gardens, groves and grassy hills stretched across the park’s 1,017 acres. Several noteworthy attractions are also located here, including the , japanese tea garden, national AiDS memorial grove and two standout facilities focused on art and nature.

• Start your adventure in the ninth-floor observation tower of thede Young Museum, where 360-degree city and ocean views provide a stunning sense of place. Downstairs, this engaging institution showcases paintings, sculptures and textiles by American and international artists.

• Across a tree- and fountain-filled oval called the music Concourse, the California Academy of Arts and Sciences tucks an aquarium, planetarium and natural history museum under one wildflower-topped living roof. Save time for the four-story rainforest dome that’s occupied by 250 butterflies and birds. de Young museum • Pick up picnic supplies at Arguello Market, a block beyond the park’s northern border, or continue up Arguello St. to Clement St. Here, neighborhood dining options range from spicy noodles and curries at Burma Superstar to elaborate cakes, tarts and cookies at Schubert’s Bakery. the cozy confectionery has been making San francisco sweeter since 1911.

• Browse the richmond’s independent shops and boutiques. Green Apple Books, a beloved source of new and used Khouri nader Association (3); travel francisco San literature, non-fiction, children’s stories, travel guides, magazines and more spills across two Clement St. storefronts. Foggy Notion features jewelry, home goods and gifts, with a focus on handmade and eco-friendly items.

14 . sftravel.com The Castro Castro Crosswalk fifty years after San francisco’s first Pride celebration, San francisco’s Castro district sustains strong spiritual and historical connections to the LgBtQ rights movement. Cultural sites, bars and shops celebrate LgBtQ culture in this dynamic neighborhood that welcomes visitors of all stripes.

• from Castro and market streets, where rainbow flags fly aboveHarvey Milk Plaza, follow the ’s bronze sidewalk plaques commemorating LgBtQ pioneers, including astronaut Sally ride and poet Allen ginsberg.

• After pausing at milk’s former home and camera shop near Castro and 18th streets, step into the GLBT Historical Society Museum to view multimedia exhibitions that explore diversity and social justice.

• Detour down 18th St. to fuel up on almond croissants and coffee atLes Marais Bakery, a family-owned café with french roots and three San francisco locations.

• Check the marquee for movie times at the Castro Theatre, which plays current films Victorian Houses and sing-along screenings of classic flicks—complete with live Wurlitzer organ music. in the Castro A few doors away, Cliff’s Variety carries hardware, toys, craft supplies and California souvenirs in every color of the rainbow.

• Complete your Castro experience with a pint at Hi Tops, a gay sports bar with pub bites. or, you can dance the night away at The Café, which is right down and newly renovated.

Dogpatch/Mission Bay Spark Social Sf Anchored by the new , home to the , mission Bay and the neighboring Dogpatch neighborhood appeal to sports fans, cultural travelers and culinary connoisseurs alike.

• mini-golf greens inspired by San francisco’s past and present border the food trucks and fire pits ofSpark Social SF, an outdoor dining destination and beer garden just blocks from Chase Center.

• follow the trail south from Chase Center to The Ramp, a salty seafood and burger joint with a waterfront patio and live music on weekends. for a more serene stop, pint-sized Glena’s serves summery cocktails and tacos topped with tofu, grilled rock cod or pork shoulder, pineapple and salsa verde.

• fresh off its 15th anniversary, the nearbyMuseum of Craft and Design spotlights contemporary artists, architects, designers and makers through innovative exhibitions that examine the intersection of craft, design and culture.

• Up the block at Daily Driver, staffers practice the craft of bagel-making. Locals top their favorite hand-rolled, wood-fired selections with cream cheese and cultured butter churned in the on-site creamery.

• House-crafted ales are the draw at neighboring Magnolia Dogpatch. Across the street at Third Rail, try any one of their outrageous whiskey cocktails paired with some of their signature jerky.

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neighborhood Strolls . 15 Art And Culture SAn FrAnCISCO’S MUST-SEE MUSEUMS With world-class aquariums, interactive exhibits, nightlife events and some of the country’s most diverse art collections, San Francisco’s museums rank among its top attractions. Whether you’re interested in art, science, history or pop culture, there’s something for everyone. If seeing the magnificent collections isn’t enough, their critically acclaimed architecture offers some of the best photo ops in the city. Be sure to include a stop at one (or more) of these museums during your stay.

with professional the wraparound views of cartoonists. the museum San Francisco from is located in Fisherman’s atop the Hamon Wharf just one block from Observation tower. . EXPLORATORIUM CHILDREN’S Pier 15, The Embarcadero CREATIVITY MUSEUM the exploratorium is 221 Fourth St. an interactive museum California Academy of Sciences even if you’re not for all ages and boasts traveling with kids, the more than 650 hands-on Children’s Creativity exhibits. experiment ASIAN ART MUSEUM four-story living rainforest Museum is a fun way with thoughts, feelings 200 Larkin St. and colorful coral reef to spend the day. Filled and social behavior in ecosystem, there’s with interactive exhibits located in the Civic the Human Phenomena something to delight that focus on animation, Center neighborhood Gallery. experience visitors of all ages. music and digital media, opposite City Hall, this different types of the museum is located rainstorms in the outdoor stately museum has CALIFORNIA opposite a historic north Gallery, and one of the world’s most HISTORICAL SOCIETY in Yerba Buena diverse collections of art investigate the history, 678 Mission St. Gardens. Be sure to take and objects from across geography and ecology a ride! the Asian continent, the California Historical of the bay in the Fisher spanning 6,000 years of Society has been Bay Observation Gallery. preserving the rich history CONTEMPORARY there’s even more to human history. Visitors JEWISH MUSEUM can enjoy beautiful of California for more explore at the adults-only 736 Mission St. paintings, sculptures, than 140 years. explore program, “After dark.” furniture, textiles and engaging and informative the Contemporary armor, among other exhibits at their location Jewish Museum presents objects. A recent in the bustling SoMa dynamic exhibitions and 100 34th Ave. neighborhood. the expansion, creating an educational programs Built to commemorate bookstore is an ideal spot additional 13,000 square exploring modern Californian soldiers who to find California-centric feet of exhibition space, is perspectives on Jewish died in World War I, the books and gifts. scheduled for completion culture, history and ideas. legion of Honor is a in Spring 2020. neoclassical landmark CARTOON ART DE YOUNG MUSEUM MUSEUM overlooking lincoln Park CALIFORNIA 50 Hagiwara Tea and the Golden Gate 781 Beach St. Association travel Francisco San ACADEMY OF Garden Dr. Bridge. the museum’s SCIENCES Founded in 1984, the nestled in Golden Gate collection covers more 55 Music Concourse Dr. Park, the de Young than 4,000 years of houses everything from Home to an aquarium, houses more than 27,000 ancient and european comic strips, comic books planetarium and natural works and includes an art, as well as the and anime to political history museum “all extensive collection of Achenbach Foundation cartoons, graphic novels under one living roof,” the American art from the 17th for Graphic Arts. don’t and underground comix. California Academy of through 21st centuries. miss a performance on People of all ages can Sciences is an institution there’s much to see, from the Skinner pipe organ on participate in animation like no other. From the textiles and costumes to weekends at 4 p.m. workshops and mingle splashing penguins to the rare paintings. don’t miss

16 . sftravel.com MUSEUM OF THE around the world, and AFRICAN DIASPORA hands-on opportunities to (MOAD) learn how to make your 685 Mission St. own crafts.

the Smithsonian-affiliated SAN FRANCISCO MoAd seeks to share the MUSEUM OF MODERN art and stories of African ART (SFMOMA) heritage with audiences 151 Third St. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) from around the world, and is one of the few this gem in SoMa museums in the country has seven floors, 45,000 THE WALT DISNEY YERBA BUENA dedicated to the African square feet of free FAMILY MUSEUM CENTER FOR THE ARTS diaspora, the migration exhibits, and a grand 104 Montgomery St., 701 Mission St. façade inspired by the of African people, and Presidio located in the heart of their lasting cultural and waters and fog of the this museum is dedicated , historical impact. San Francisco Bay. the museum’s permanent to the life and work of Walt Yerba Buena Center for the Arts presents cutting MUSEUM OF CRAFT collection includes more disney, creator of some of AND DESIGN than 33,000 pieces. America’s most beloved edge, contemporary visual art, performances, 2569 Third St. newer additions include animation, including the Fisher Collection, Mickey Mouse. Housed film/video and community One of north America’s which includes works by in a historic building in engagement programs few institutions dedicated , Alexander the Presidio, it features by some of the most to contemporary Calder and many others, contemporary interactive innovative artists craft and design, the and the Pritzker Center for galleries and state-of-the- working today. YBCA museum’s mission is to Photography, the largest art exhibits showcasing is distinguished by its explore the active roles space permanently early drawings, cartoons, support for artists from these practices play in dedicated to photography movies and a spectacular around the world. everyday life through at any art museum in model of disneyland. original and traveling the u.S. While you’re there, enjoy exhibitions, collaborations daily screenings of with institutions from disney classics. ©Scott Chernis ©Scott

Art and Culture . 17 Art And Culture “dream” sculpture comissioned by Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

FIVE THINGS WITH ARTIST ANA TERESA FERNANDEZ San Francisco is well-known as a welcoming place for artists. For artist Ana teresa Fernandez, a graduate of the San Francisco Art Institute, it’s become a second home. Her work explores politics, activism and intersectionality through performance, video, paintings and installations, and she’s been featured both locally and around the world. Ana teresa also frequently partners with nonprofits and art organizations to help improve communities. read on for her recommendations for experiencing San Francisco.

FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD FOR OBSERVING FAVORITE VIEW IN SAN FRANCISCO: PUBLIC ART: I am incredibly lucky that my favorite view is from my Being an artist in San Francisco, I’m constantly finding apartment on the , staring out at the hidden gems of public art, small and large. the Mission Pacific Ocean. I love watching the constant change of is a nest for many murals and hand-painted signs, the waves, swell, light, colors and weather. It is a great especially folkloric ones, with made-up words like reminder of how magical and ever-changing nature “Washateria” (laundromat). the Women’s Building is, and how urgent it is that we protect it. I also get has a façade depicting colorful revolutionary women. to experience the colorful and surreal sunsets every I really enjoy the unexpected public expressions in evening that Karl (the fog, such a constant visitor that he every neighborhood. there was a graffiti piece located has a name in San Francisco) will allow. under a freeway in the Bayshore that featured the word “dream” repeated over and over. I learned much later FAVORITE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY: that it was an homage to the street artist dream, who fought to keep peace among gangs and used art as a Surfing. this has truly changed my relationship with way of teaching youngsters. this inspired me to create a San Francisco. It has become my psychological rinse 70’x 15’ “dreAM” sculpture, to echo louder an invitation and shower. Just being in the ocean provides a different to the city to dream. perspective on the city and a way to clear my head. I try to surf every day, even if it’s freezing and the waves are wild. I tell people that art helped me find meaning GO-TO SPOT FOR INSPIRATION: in my life, but surfing has kept me from drowning in the recently, I have been working on a collaboration with art world. the non-profit Creativity explored, a space where artists

with developmental disabilities create and share their Jensen travis Productions; Gizmo Sabatino, Mark FAVORITE PLACE TO SEE A LIVE PERFORMANCE: work with the community. Working with these artists has been such an inspiration. not only do they show Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA). I have been up every day with joy and kindness, they work with an following lIneS Ballet at YBCA for almost 15 years. unfiltered and raw approach to simply create. there is a lIneS is a hybrid of dancing that has pushed my own courage and fearlessness to just be themselves that is understanding of the body’s ability to incorporate move- so contagious, and it’s something I have tried to harness ments inspired by animals, currents in nature and art in my own studio and working relationships. forms from all over the world. Alonzo King, the chore- ographer, collaborates with other artists and groups to create the performances. I first saw the Shaolin Monks perform in 2004 and I’ve been every season since!

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Art and Culture . 19 Art And Culture SAn FrAnCISCO AFTER DARK San Francisco at night is just as vibrant as during the day—maybe even more so. the nightlife scene is an impressive mix of innovation, friendliness and inclusivity. If you’re looking to explore the city after hours, head to one (or all) of these neighborhoods.

WHERE TO GO FOR WHERE TO GO WHERE TO GRAB A WHERE TO HAVE COCKTAILS DANCING GLASS OF WINE DINNER BEFORE SoMa Embarcadero/ GOING OUT Union Square Financial District Mission District dense with dance clubs, Head to union Square for SoMa is one of the hottest If you prefer to sit back and the Mission district is a skillfully mixed cocktails spots for an unforgettable relax, this neighborhood veritable foodie’s paradise, and hard-to-find small where all kinds of cuisines evening. Get your fill of has some great spots to batch spirits. Swig is a fun savor a glass of wine. are perfected with a two-story bar where you’ll electronic and house music The Barrel Room offers welcoming, unfussy vibe. find contemporary twists on at Halcyon SF, an early more than 50 wines by dine at the Michelin star- classic drinks. travel back 1900s brick warehouse with the glass and flight, with winning Commonwealth for to the 1920s at Bourbon & plenty of room to dance a lounge open late. the modern American fare and Branch, a speakeasy that the night away. VERSO is a wines at The Hidden Vine an eclectic wine list. Central riffs on the Prohibition era more intimate space where span the globe and fill an Kitchen offers a daily when alcohol was outlawed. dJs spin into the wee hours, extensive menu. If you’re in changing menu inspired At the iconic playing trance, hip-hop, Lizzie’s the mood for bubbles, visit by the bounty of locally- , located on the throwbacks, edM or top Starlight The Barbarossa Lounge sourced ingredients. For a 40 depending on the night. 21st floor of the Sir Francis and choose something steak dinner, try the lively Head to The Grand for drake Hotel, you can take in sparkly from the generous Argentinean steakhouse lavish VIP table service and the bird’s-eye view or settle champagne menu. Serious Lolinda, where latin two stories of dance floors. into a plush booth for some wine drinkers should head to American flavors combine nader Khouri (2); unsplash (2); San Francisco travel Association (3); iStock good old-fashioned people- Press Club, a retro-modern with California sensibilities. watching. running with a wine bar that offers rare With two full bars, it’s also a crowd? Order a tasty spiked magnums by the glass. great place to meet up for punch bowl for sharing. drinks if you have time to kill before a concert or play.

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Art and Culture . 21 Art And Culture SPECIAL EVENTS 2020 the following events are held on an annual basis. All dates and locations are subject to change and should be confirmed with sponsors before making travel plans. For a complete list and details, visit sftravel.com.

JANUARY Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Yerba Buena Gardens norcalmlkfoundation.org San Francisco Sketchfest Various locations sfsketchfest.com Golden Gate Kennel Club Dog Show the , daly City, 415-404-4111 goldengatekennelclub.com San Francisco Ballet Opening Gala Carnaval and , 415-865-2000 sfballet.org APRIL Noir City: San Francisco embarcadero, 415-231-3130 Film Noir Festival Opening Day – baytobreakers.com Castro theatre , 415-972-2000 noircity.com sfgiants.com Carnaval Mission district, 415-206-0577 San Francisco International carnavalsanfrancisco.org FEBRUARY Beer Festival Center Alcatraz Challenge Parade sfbeerfest.com San Francisco Bay and Celebration alcatrazchallenge.tricalifornia.com Chinatown, 415-982-3000 Rock ‘n’ Roll San Francisco chineseparade.com Half Golden Gate Bridge JUNE San Francisco Independent runrocknroll.com/san-francisco Film Festival Union Street Music Festival Various locations, 415-820-3907 San Francisco International Film union St. between Gough and Steiner sfindie.com Festival (SFIFF) streets, 800-310-6563 sresproductions.com/events Various locations, 415-561-5000 San Francisco Chronicle sffs.org Wine Competition North Beach Festival Fort Mason Center Cherry Blossom Festival Washington Square sresproductions.com/events winejudging.com Japantown, 415-563-2313 sfcherryblossom.org Tulipmania Haight-Ashbury Street Fair PIer 39, 415-705-5500 Bay Area National Dance Week Haight St. between Masonic and pier39.com/tulipmania Various locations, 415-920-9181 Stanyan streets bayareandw.org haightashburystreetfair.org San Francisco Beer Week Juneteenth Parade and Festival Various locations Earth Day sfbeerweek.org Fillmore district earthdaystreetfest.org sfjuneteenth.com Pacific Orchid Exposition Frameline, San Francisco Hall of Flowers, Golden Gate Park orchidsanfrancisco.org MAY International LGBTQ Film Festival Various locations, 415-703-8650 Noise Pop How Weird Street Faire frameline.org Various locations, 415-375-3370 Howard and Second streets noisepop.com howweird.org San Francisco Pride Celebration Parade Cinco de Mayo Market St., 415-864-0831 MARCH Valencia St. between 21st and 24th streets sfpride.org mncsf.org/sfcincodemayo

San Francisco International Stern Grove Festival credits here Salon CAAMFest, celebrating Asian- Stern Grove, 19th Ave. and Sloat Blvd. Various locations American film, music and food 415-252-6252 sfchocolatesalon.com Various locations, 415-863-0814 sterngrove.org caamedia.org International Ocean Film Festival in the Park Cowell theater at Fort Mason Center SFMade Week robin Williams Meadow, Golden Gate 415-561-6251 Various locations Park 415-864-3330 oceanfilmfest.org sfmade.org sfopera.com St. Patrick’s Day Parade Uncorked – The San Francisco Second and Market streets to Civic Center Wine Festival JULY facebook.com/saintpatricksdaysf Ghirardelli Square and on Beach St. between larkin and Polk streets Fourth of July 415-775-5500 Waterfront Festival uncorkedwinefestivals.com PIer 39, 415-705-5500 pier39.com

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Art And Culture SPECIAL EVENTS 2020 (CONT’D) San Francisco Fringe Festival Jazz Festival Nihonmachi Street Fair Various locations Fillmore St. between Jackson and Japantown and Japan Center 415-771-9861 415-931-1094 (info) eddy streets nihonmachistreetfair.org fillmorejazzfestival.com 415-673-3847 (tickets) Jerry Day sffringe.org Salsa Festival on Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, Mclaren Park San Francisco Symphony’s jerryday.org Fillmore St. Opening Gala salsaonfillmore.com Outside Lands Music & davies Symphony Hall Arts Festival 415-864-6000 Ethnic Dance Festival Golden Gate Park sfsymphony.org Various locations, 415-474-3914 sfoutsidelands.com worldartswest.org J-POP Summit Festival Eat Drink SF Fort Mason Center San Francisco the Midway j-pop.com Jewish Film Festival eatdrink-sf.com Various locations Ghirardelli Square 415-621-0556 (info) Bay Area Brew Festival Chocolate Festival 866-558-4253 (tickets) Pier 35 Ghirardelli Square jfi.org bayareabrewfestival.com 415-775-5500 ghirardellisq.com Renegade Craft Fair The Giant Race Fort Mason Center Oracle Park, 415-972-1881 San Francisco Opera’s Opening Gala renegadecraft.com/san-francisco thegiantrace.com War Memorial Opera House 415-864-3330 sfopera.com San Francisco Marathon, , 5K Run/Walk SEPTEMBER Autumn Moon Festival the embarcadero Sausalito Art Festival Grant Ave. moonfestival.org 888-958-6668, ext. 1 Sausalito, 415-332-3555 thesfmarathon.com sausalitoartfestival.org Sausalito Floating Homes Tour Architecture and the City AUGUST Sausalito, 415-332-1916 Citywide, 415-874-2620 floatinghomes.org ACC Craft Show archandcity.org Fort Mason Center Fair 800-836-3470 Folsom St. between eighth and 13th streets, craftcouncil.org 415-777-3247 folsomstreetfair.com

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Oktoberfest By The Bay San Francisco Fall Antiques Show Ghirardelli Square Tree Pier 48, near Oracle Park Fort Mason Center, 415-989-9019 Lighting Ceremony 888-746-7522 sffas.org Ghirardelli Square, 415-775-5500 oktoberfestbythebay.com ghirardellisq.com NOVEMBER OCTOBER DECEMBER Building Fleet Week San Francisco Lighting Ceremony PAC-12 Football Championship Game , 415-306-0911 embarcadero Plaza, 800-733-6318 levi’s® Stadium, Santa Clara fleetweeksf.org embarcaderocenter.com 408-579-4449 pac-12.com Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Illuminate SF Hellman Hollow, Golden Gate Park Citywide, 415-391-2000 Union Street Fantasy of Lights hardlystrictlybluegrass.com illuminatesf.com union St. between Van ness Ave. and Steiner St., 800-310-6563 Castro Street Fair San Francisco International Hip-Hop sresproductions.com or unionstreetsf.com Castro St., 415-841-1824 Dance Festival castrostreetfair.org Palace of Fine Arts theater Light the Menorah sfhiphopdancefest.com Ghirardelli Square Litquake 415-775-5500 Various locations San Francisco International ghirardellisq.com litquake.org Automobile Show the Moscone Center, 415-331-4406 San Francisco Ballet presents San Francisco Italian Heritage sfautoshow.com “The Nutcracker” Parade and Festival War Memorial Opera House Fisherman’s Wharf and north Beach PIER 39 Tree Lighting 415-865-2000 (tickets) 415-703-9888 PIer 39, 415-705-5500 sfballet.org sfcolumbusday.org pier39.com Foster Farms Bowl ArtSpan/SF Open Studios Union Square Tree Lighting Ceremony levi’s® Stadium, Santa Clara Various locations, 415-861-9838 union Square, 415-781-7880 fosterfarmsbowl.com artspan.org visitunionsquaresf.com or macys.com/believe Grand National Rodeo, Horse Show

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You may leave your heart in San Francisco, but you most certainly won’t leave with an empty stomach. From famous firsts like martinis and bread to iconic eats like Mission burritos and dungeness crab, San Francisco is what foodie dreams are made of. Whether you’re on a Michelin-star splurge or a food truck treasure hunt, you’ll want to check these items off your culinary bucket list.

FEAST ON SEAFOOD AT SCORE SOME LEGENDARY FISHERMAN’S WHARF. SOURDOUGH BREAD. Fisherman’s Wharf is one of the most famous places Perfect for soaking up or holding steaming in the world for fresh-off-the-boat seafood. there are chowder, sourdough bread is one of San Francisco’s a few specialties you shouldn’t miss. Italian-American most iconic food creations. taste the Original dockworkers are credited with inventing cioppino, a San Francisco Sourdough at & Cafe, tomato-based stew consisting of fish, shrimp, clams which has been churning out piping-hot loaves since and whatever else is left over from the day’s catch. 1849, making it the longest continually operating (2) unsplash try it at Cioppino’s or Alioto’s, which first began selling business in the city. Other the stew on the docks back in 1925. San Francisco is can’t-miss bakeries include also known for dungeness crab and oysters, thanks Acme Bread and to the chilly Pacific waters just off the coast. take a the James Beard crack at ’em at Fog Harbor Fish House or Franciscan Award-winning Crab restaurant, two quintessential Fisherman’s Wharf .tartine restaurants with sparkling bay views.

26 . sftravel.com Adobe Stock (3); San Francisco travel Association WARM UPWITHANIRISHCOFFEE. taqueria ordozensofotherMissionkitchens,either birthplace, butyoucan’t gowrongatelFarolito, la salsa andguac.taqueria stuffed fullandservedwith extras like rice, sourcream, so-big-you-can-bench-press-them flavorbombsare of theMissiondistrictfortheirhandiwork.these popular exports, andyoucanthanktheresidents Mission burritosareoneofSanFrancisco’s most DEVOUR ABURRITO INTHEMISSION. Ghirardelli IceCream &Chocolate fix includethe world-famous Other placestogetyoursweet a hotspotforthecooltreat. San Franciscohasbecome Instagrammed sprinklepool), of IceCream(anditsmuch- thanks in parttotheMuseum INCREDIBLE ICECREAM. TREAT YOURSELF TO other award-winningspirits. Hotaling &Co., tosipJuniperoGin,nikka Whiskey and beer drinker? OptforAnchorBrewing’s distillingarm, behind-the-scenes touratAnchorPublictaps. air. taste itandotherAnchorBrewingclassicsona fermented onrooftopsandcooledbyfoggynight was firstbrewedherewaybackinthemid-1800s, Fun fact:America’s OGcraftbeer, AnchorSteam, TASTE AMERICA’S FIRSTCRAFTBEER. Hong Kong lounge inthe the city,fromYank SingintheFinancialdistrictto streets. Moredelectabledimsumcanbefoundaround with abevyofsit-downandtakeout spotsliningthe Chinatown isgroundzerofordimsumanytimeofday, served oncartsandtraditionallyeatenforbreakfast. an assortmentofbite-sizedpastriesanddumplings San FranciscobyChineseimmigrantsisdimsum, Among themanyculturalgiftsbroughtto It mayhaveoriginatedintheemeraldIsle, DINE ONDIMSUM. but Irish Coffee was perfected and but IrishCoffeewasperfectedand popularized in San Francisco back popularized inSanFranciscoback up to2,000ofthemeveryday! in the 1950s. Inspired by a boozy in the1950s.Inspiredbyaboozy is now so famous, the café serves is nowsofamous,thecaféserves pick-me-up servedinIreland’s whiskey andwhippedcreamthat Shannon Airport, Buena Vista Shannon Airport,BuenaVista perfect blendofhotcoffee, Irish teamed up to create the teamed uptocreatethe Café co-ownerJackKoeppler travel writerStanton delaplane and PulitzerPrize-winning la Cumbreclaimstobethe richmond. not a . and OriginalJoe’s. north Beachinstitutionslike tony’ martinis intownalongwithaclassicItalianmealat but thecocktailhaslivedon.enjoysomeoffinest earthquake andsubsequentfiredestroyedthehotel, sometime inthelate1800s.Sadly,1906 by the“fatherofAmericanmixology,” Jerrythomas, stirred (orwasitshaken?) attheOccidentalHotel world bystorm,themartiniwasreportedlyfirst Yet anotherSanFranciscocreationthattookthe SIP AMARTINI INNORTH BEACH. and cornflakes. flavors like “SecretBreakfast,” madewithbourbon Slocombe, knownforitsdeliciouslyoffbeat like Bi-rite, Mitchell’s andHumphry factory hotfudge, andlocal-favorites sundae toppedwithfresh-from-the- Shop, whereyoucanindulgeina Chinatown. AndtheiconicFerry Building Marketplace Peking duckatChinalive, asprawlingfoodparadisein and KinKhao. Sampleeverything fromdumplingsto home tooutpostsofveneratedrestaurants like tartine right offtheplaneatSFO’s ManufactoryFoodHall, eats intooneeasystop. Start yourculinaryadventure San Francisco’s foodhalls,whichpackloadsofeclectic If youjustwanttotasteitall,followyourstomach FOOD HALLS. TRY SOMEOFEVERYTHING AT LOCAL is hometonearly 50foodmerchants,plusthecity’s most famousfarmers market. Marketplace Ferry Building

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FIVE THINGS WITH CHEFS STUART BRIOZA & NICOLE KRASINSKI OF StAte BIrd PrOVISIOnS Chef proprietors and Bay Area natives Stuart Brioza and nicole Krasinski combined the hardiness and adaptability of California’s state bird, the California quail, and the act of providing delicious food and drink to create their Fillmore district restaurant, State Bird Provisions (1529 Fillmore St.) and its family-style sister restaurant, the Progress (1525 Fillmore St.). like San Francisco itself, their cuisine is eclectic and constantly evolving in nature. Here, Stuart and nicole share five recommendations for savoring your time in the city.

FAVORITE ONLY-IN-SAN FRANCISCO DELICACY: WHERE YOU’D HAVE YOUR LAST MEAL IN From April through October, we have an abundant local SAN FRANCISCO: anchovy season. there’s one fisherman who catches Michelle Polzine’s 20th Century Café (198 Gough St.) is a anchovies in the bay and then sells them right at Pier 43. gem in the city. We dream about her pierogi, strudel and these tasty little fish come directly to restaurants from perfect fruit galettes. Her everything bagels with smoked the water and are served on menus all over the city, salmon are our favorite to-go snack for airplane travel, including both State Bird Provisions and the Progress. or frankly, any road trip in the car.

FAVORITE LOCAL SPOT FOR A GREAT COCKTAIL: WHAT EVERY VISITOR SHOULD DO AT LEAST ONCE: Although it’s not a bar, we love the simple margaritas Visit lands end. the sweeping views of the bay and the and extensive Mezcal list at nopalito (306 Broderick St. Golden Gate Bridge are not to be missed and the rocky and 1224 ninth Ave.). they also make a great Michelada beach hike feels like a quintessential San Francisco (a spicy mix of beer, tomato juice, lime and jalapeño), pilgrimage. We do it at least once a month and then which is the perfect mid-day drink on a day off, grab cinnamon toast and espresso at trouble Coffee especially after a bike ride through Golden Gate Park. (4033 Judah St.) post-hike. ed Anderson; dylan + Jeni; Jeremy Jachym, courtesy of State Bird Provisions

FAVORITE ANNUAL EVENT IN SAN FRANCISCO: la Cocina Street Food Festival remains one of the best places to sample and support the diverse culinary State Bird Provisions dining room talents the Bay Area has to offer. they celebrated their 10th anniversary in 2019, and each year they amp it up and add new ways to experience the event. (Editor’s note: La Cocina’s festival occurs in early October in the Dogpatch neighborhood. Learn more at lacocinasf.org.)

FOOdIeS . 29 FOOdIeS WHERE TO DRINK: Award-Winning BARS & BREWERIES Creativity is in San Francisco’s dnA, from our music and culture to our tech scene to our seemingly endless capacity for dreaming up new foods and drinks. Some of America’s most inspired and awarded mixologists and brewmasters call San Francisco home. Whether you prefer cocktails, craft brews or even beertails, sip your way through these award-winning watering holes around the city. Cocktail Champs TRICK DOG REDWOOD ROOM PACIFIC COCKTAIL THE INTERVAL SMUGGLER’S 3010 20th St. 495 Geary St. HAVEN 2 Marina Blvd. COVE 580 Sutter St. 650 Gough St. this Mission district Between the “liquid the Interval may be fave has won a art” cocktails and In a sea of great best described as this iconic tiki bar gamut of awards, sumptuous, Phillip bars, Pacific a thinking person’s has racked up more including a spot Starcke-designed Cocktail Haven is bar—a curious awards than a on the World’s interiors, this stylish an island unto itself. mashup of museum, top-brass admiral. 50 Best Bars list. spot will sweep you Barmaster Kevin salon and watering the latest honor: the uber-creative, off your feet. In fact, diedrich’s creations hole, where ideas inclusion on ever-changing it’s been deemed feature quirky flow as freely as the liquor.com’s 13 Most drink menu—with one of the 10 Best ingredients like libations. named Influential Bars of themes ranging from Hotel Bars in the miso and roasted to thrillist’s Best the 21st Century. Chinese takeout to u.S. by uSA today. corn togarashi. that Cocktail Bars in Believe the hype as tattoo art—snagged ingenuity landed America, this Fort you sidle up to the the World’s Best PCH on esquire’s Mason mainstay pirate-themed bar to Cocktail Menu 27 Best Bars in serves heady drinks share a blazing prize at the 2017 America 2019. to savor over a top notch Volcano Spirited Awards. book from the with your mateys. in-house library. Medal-Worthy Breweries

BARREL HEAD 21ST AMENDMENT THIRSTYBEAR MAGNOLIA BARTLETT HALL BREWHOUSE BREWING BREWING 563 Second St. 242 O’Farrell St. 1785 Fulton St. COMPANY 1398 Haight St.; every time 21st 661 Howard St. Fresh off two big this brewery 2505 Third St. Amendment goes to wins at the California

recently won big at San Francisco’s first Stock Adobe the Great American these San Francisco State Fair brewing the World Beer Cup, certified organic Beer Fest, they seem beer pioneers with competition—first nabbing a bronze to bring back a few brewery had a lot homebrewer place in chocolate credits here for its Brother Harker to celebrate at the more medals. Fan- roots have won beer, second place Patersbier. But this 2019 Good Foods favorite el Sully has too many awards in honey beer— noPa hangout is Awards, where their a gold and a bronze to count in their Bartlett Hall has equally loved by Shipwreck Strong for American-style two-decade run. cemented its spot in San Franciscans for Ale was a big winner. cream ale. taste it With locations in San Francisco’s beer its creative brunch, Head to their Yerba and other winning Haight-Ashbury hall of fame. even beer cocktails Buena brewpub to beers at their SoMa and dogpatch, if beer’s not your and big selection sample a variety of pub, located a you’ll have plenty thing, the top-notch of microbrews, sustainable beers baseball’s throw of chances to sip food and barrel- which flow from a and bar snacks. from Oracle Park. Magnolia’s flagship aged cocktails WWII-era torpedo. Kalifornia Kolsch and are delicious. Proving Ground IPA.

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Neighborhoods sAN FrANCisCo NEIGHBORHOODS each of san Francisco’s neighborhoods has its own charm and culture, from art in soMa and shopping in Union square to pizza in North beach and dim sum in Chinatown. here’s an introduction to the city’s most prominent locales. discover more about these and other san Francisco neighborhoods at sftravel.com/neighborhoods. illustration by Anna simmons Anna illustration by

32 . sftravel.com BAYVIEW CHINATOWN MARINA/ home to the oldest opera house This storied neighborhood is North PACIFIC HEIGHTS in san Francisco, this area also America’s first and oldest Chinatown, From the posh plateau of Pacific heights boasts a vibrant artists’ colony at featuring colorful pagoda roofs, to the bayside Marina green, these the old hunters Point shipyard and dragon lampposts, acclaimed dining neighborhoods offer views, scenery and a scenic nature trails. and unique gift shops. restored “palace” from 1915. CASTRO/ CIVIC CENTER/ NOE VALLEY HAYES VALLEY MISSION DISTRICT san Francisco’s oldest neighborhood and Find outdoor cafés, unique history This cultural hub includes stately City the center of its Latino culture has hip and bustling bars in the Castro, hall, the War Memorial opera house restaurants, music venues, boutiques and known as the “LgbTQ capital and the Asian Art Museum, alongside the city’s largest concentration of murals. of the world.” Neighboring more modern additions like the Noe Valley is a charming, sFJAZZ Center and New Conservatory Victorian neighborhood. Theatre Center. NOB HILL Known not only as a geographic high CENTRAL MARKET EMBARCADERO/ point but an economic one, too, with a history of wealthy residents, Nob hill A bustling combination of tech FINANCIAL DISTRICT is now home to luxury hotels, beautiful businesses, arts groups, retail This historic seaport boasts views gardens and impressive homes. and restaurants, Central Market of soaring skyscrapers; the Ferry is also home to a concentration building, a public space housing a of performance venues like the food hall and farmers market; and NORTH BEACH orpheum and golden rich in italian heritage, North beach the exploratorium, a hands-on gate theaters. has restaurants, quaint cafés, cabarets, learning laboratory. jazz clubs, galleries, boutiques and gelato parlors. FILLMORE one of the primary incubators for the city’s music scene, Fillmore RICHMOND/PRESIDIO The southern anchor of the golden gate continues to be a place for bridge, the Presidio offers pristine nature, legendary performances. cultural attractions and terrific dining. in the richmond, visit the historic Cliff house FISHERMAN’S WHARF for unbeatable views. one of the city’s most popular attractions. here you can “escape” to Alcatraz or set sail on the SOMA/YERBA BUENA This neighborhood has one of the san Francisco bay with chartered densest concentrations of museums, boat tours. don’t miss the attractions nightclubs and oracle Park, home of at Pier 39, including boudin, the city’s the san Francisco giants. sourdough purveyor for 150 years.

HAIGHT-ASHBURY SUNSET/ The summer of Love is immortalized GOLDEN GATE PARK in haight-Ashbury’s vintage clothing, Within golden gate Park, you’ll find some book and record stores. Nearby Alamo of the city’s most famous attractions, square’s row of Victorian homes is including the California Academy of one of the most photographed spots sciences and the de Young Museum. True in san Francisco. to its name, the sunset neighborhood is a great place to watch the sun set over the JAPANTOWN Pacific ocean. The oldest of only three Japantowns left in the country, this neighborhood TREASURE ISLAND is packed with culinary delights, Views of downtown san Francisco, urban including ramen bars, shabu shabu, wineries and weekend flea markets are izikayas and benkyodo, which has the draw to this mid-point for the luminous supplied the city with handmade rice bay bridge. confections since 1906. UNION SQUARE Union square is the center of san Francisco’s shopping scene, with art galleries, small boutiques, designer shops and name-brand stores. You’re in the heart of the Theater district, too, with A.C.T.’s geary Theater and the Curran, among others.

Neighborhoods . 33 Neighborhoods BAYVIEW

WHAT TO SEE & DO bayview is the sunniest neighborhood in san Francisco, home to nesting ospreys, a burgeoning creative scene and diverse sights and bites. it’s also one of the oldest business districts in California and has a significant legacy of African-American religious, civic, cultural, athletic, educational and technological achievements. • Walk along Heron’s Head Trail or Candlestick Point Park to spot ospreys, herons and other shorebirds. • experience a glassblowing workshop at Public Glass or shop for art and craft supplies at SCRAP, a non-profit creative reuse center, materials depot and workshop space founded in 1976. • in fall and spring, attend an open studio event at The Point, home to one of the largest concentrations of working

artists in the U.s. be sure to visit the restored, historic san Francisco Travel Association (2) Bayview Opera House, built in 1888. • enjoy soul food spots like Old Skool Café or oysters on the half-shell at The Old Clam House. Radio & Kitchen blends Mediterranean, Californian and African cuisines. • For brews, head to Speakeasy Ales & Lagers, a stylish microbrewery offering tours and other special events.

34 . sftravel.com CASTRO/ NOE VALLEY

WHAT TO SEE & DO regardless of your sexual orientation, no trip to san Francisco would be complete without a visit to the Castro, the country’s most famous LgbTQ neighborhood. Nearby Noe Valley, a village of wooden Victorian houses, has a touch of the Castro’s flair and an easygoing mix of hipsters and families. • start your tour on the Castro’s eponymous main drag and visit the Castro Theatre, an ornate with a Mighty Wurlitzer-playing organist who performs before every show. on your way out, take note of the golden plaques that make up the Rainbow Honor Walk, paying tribute to LgbTQ pioneers. • For more history, consider a tour with Wild SF Walking Tours or a visit to the GLBT History Museum, the first full-scale, stand-alone museum of its kind in the U.s.

san Francisco Travel Association (2) • don’t miss Cliff’s Variety, a local institution where you’ll find just about anything, including housewares, home furnishings, toys and costumes. • The upper stretch of Market st. coils around the lower reaches of Twin Peaks. Noted for their sweeping vistas, these crests are popular with hikers, cyclists and photographers in search of the perfect shot. • The liveliest times of year are during Pride in June and the Castro Street Fair in october. Noe Valley features a Wine Walk in August, seasonal hayrides and “24 holidAYs on 24th street” in december.

Neighborhoods . 35 Neighborhoods CENTRAL MARKET

WHAT TO SEE & DO A combination of high tech (offices for Twitter, spotify and square are here), arts groups, retail and restaurants, Central Market is booming. Also known as Mid-Market, this area comprises a roughly seven-block section of Market st. • Major broadway productions are featured on the stages of the Golden Gate and Orpheum theaters. directly across from UN Plaza is the American Conservatory Theater’s dynamic and intimate Strand Theater. • Just a block away, the International Art Museum of America houses an eclectic collection of both classic and modern art. The Warfield hosts a number of Live Nation concerts and performances. • At the intersection of eighth and Market streets, look for the 92-foot “Venus,” san Francisco’s tallest statue. san Francisco Travel Association (2) • on the north edge, the Tenderloin is home to Glide Memorial Church, experimental theater companies, and jazz and blues clubs. Visit the Tenderloin Museum to learn about the area’s many historical events and movements. • Tuck into the Pineapple Bistro and Bar at The Alise hotel for a quick bite and pre-show drink.

36 . sftravel.com SOCIAL POLL: FAVORITE CLOUDY DAY ACTIVITY We asked Instagram fans: What’s your favorite cloudy day activity in San Francisco?

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@hagolibros Visit san Francisco Museum of Modern Art (sFMoMA).

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Neighborhoods . 37 Neighborhoods CHINATOWN

WHAT TO SEE & DO san Francisco’s Chinatown, North America’s first and largest, is located next to North beach and adjacent to the Financial district. With its pagoda-style architecture, ornate lamp posts, exotic menus and other distinctive elements, a stop here can feel more like a trip abroad than a neighborhood stroll. • stroll past markets heaped with vegetables, ducks, herbs and other goods to get a taste of China without leaving California. • Learn about the community’s history at the Chinese Historical Society of America Museum on Clay st. Near , visit the Chinese Culture Center, which is free. see the latest exhibition in their Visual Art Center or sign up for one of their neighborhood walking tours.

• enjoy a mix of local history and flavors withWok Wiz Tours Association shutterstock; Travel Francisco san or get an insider view of daily life and historic landmarks from All About Chinatown Tours. • Authentic restaurants are everywhere in the neighborhood, but few compare to China Live, a multi-story Chinese food emporium that offers a variety of dining experiences. • did you know the fortune cookie was first created in san Francisco? see how they get made at the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory at 56 .

38 . sftravel.com CIVIC CENTER/ HAYES VALLEY

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WHAT TO SEE & DO one of the city’s central hubs for culture, Civic Center and hayes Valley are home to stately concert halls, renowned museums and expansive public plazas. • The grandeur of early 20th century beaux-Arts architecture is showcased in gorgeous City Hall on Van Ness Ave. • directly across the street rises the ornate War Memorial Opera House, home of the San Francisco Opera and the San Francisco Ballet. • Also nearby are the War Memorial Veterans Building and Davies Symphony Hall. east of Civic Center Plaza are the Asian Art Museum and the San Francisco Main Public Library on Larkin st. • The SFJAZZ Center glistens on Franklin st. The African san Francisco Travel Association (2) American Art & Culture Complex is just a few blocks west on Fulton st. • Try the tasting menu of California-inspired cuisine at Rich Table. For brazilian fare, step into Espetus Brazilian Steak House and experience the art of grilling as once practiced by 18th century gauchos. head to Rambler inside of hotel Zeppelin for pre-show craft cocktails and small bites.

Neighborhoods . 39 Neighborhoods EMBARCADERO/ FINANCIAL DISTRICT

WHAT TO SEE & DO The embarcadero — the city’s east-facing waterfront, with its finger piers and glistening views of san Francisco bay — is where san Francisco had its first growth spurt, thanks to the of 1849. • eminently walkable, the embarcadero is also the ideal vantage point to view “The Bay Lights,” the world’s largest Led light sculpture. • The Exploratorium on Pier 15 is one of the city’s favorite destinations for families. • The beautifully renovated Ferry Building Marketplace is a foodie’s paradise, stocked with wine bars, cafés, innovative restaurants, fine food shops and a farmers’ market. True to its name, you also can catch ferries to the North and east bay. • The san Francisco giants’ bayside baseball stadium,

Oracle Park, and adjacent jogging paths provide more ways san Francisco Travel Association; Nader Khouri to enjoy scenic views of the bay. or get an engaging, free look at history at the Wells Fargo History Museum. • hungry? You’re in luck. Try the iconic sourdough purveyor Boudin, award-winning eatery The Slanted Door or the Michelin-starred Michael Mina. grab a sweet treat at Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream’s location inside the Ferry building. • Area hotels include the Hyatt Regency, Hotel Vitale, Le Meridien, the Palace Hotel and Hilton San Francisco Financial District.

40 . sftravel.com shutterstock; san Francisco Travel Association FILLMORE top-name performances. music emporium,TheFillmore,continuestorockwith with anightcapatTheSnug. acclaimed SPQR Pizzeria Delfinaorsplurgeonadecadentdinner at the names like Rothy’s and shopping. Findchicvintageshopsalongsidebigfashion the African AmericanFreedomTrail). Church andThirdBaptist A.M.E. ZionChurch, most historicchurches,including of jazzandsoulwithartduringtheFillmoreJazzFestival. streets transformsintoalivemusicmecca,blendingsounds • music scene, theareahasarichmusicalhistory. locals call“TheFillmore.’’ AhubforsanFrancisco’s Pacific heightsinthenorth,isdynamicaxisofwhat Fillmore st., linkingtheWestern Additioninthesouthto WHAT TO SEE&DO • • • • on thesouthsideofgearyblvd.,legendary1960s go casualwithsomedeliciousCalifornia-style pizzaat Upper Fillmoreisoneofthecity’s topdestinationsfor The neighborhoodisalsohometosomeofsanFrancisco’s in earlyJuly,Fillmorest. betweenJackson andeddy bayview opera house opera bayview . Then,finishyoureveninginthe Fillmore St. JohnColtraneAfrican Orthodox Alice +Olivia.

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41 Neighborhoods FISHERMAN’S WHARF

WHAT TO SEE & DO The cheery ringing of the cable car bells; the sights, sounds and smells along busy Jefferson st.; the renovated historic red brick factories; the steaming street-side pots of dungeness crab — all help make Fisherman’s Wharf the city’s top-rated tourist attraction year after year. • Take a stroll along PIER 39. The repurposed wooden finger-pier is now festooned with restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers and attractions such as and The Flyer. • Madame Tussauds and the San Francisco Dungeon are nearby. be sure to check out their “escape Alcatraz” thrill ride. • The Blue & Gold Fleet runs sightseeing tours from Pier 39. The Red and White Fleet operates from Pier 43 ½. Tours

of Alcatraz and Angel Island are popular draws, as are the san Francisco Travel Association; Nader Khouri historic ships anchored at the Pier. Water taxis are also available for on-demand, point-to-point service to locations around the bay. • enjoy fresh seafood at a number of restaurants including Scoma’s, The Franciscan Crab Restaurant and Fog Harbor Fish House. The one-time chocolate factory Ghirardelli Square is now a handsome shopping and dining complex where you can still get amazing sundaes.

42 . sftravel.com GOLDEN GATE PARK/SUNSET

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WHAT TO SEE & DO golden gate Park, a 1,017-acre green rectangle on the city’s west side, is a destination that merits a full day of exploration. The adjacent sunset district features a long, wide beach with spectacular views of the Pacific ocean. • in the eastern end of the park is the Koret Children’s Quarter, with its restored 1914 carousel. • Farther west, two important museums flank the Music Concourse: the de Young Museum, in its compelling contemporary home, and the California Academy of Sciences, which includes a planetarium, aquarium, rainforest and more under one plant-covered roof. • green thumbs should head to the San Francisco Botanical Garden and the historic Conservatory of Flowers.

san Francisco Travel Association (2) or, enjoy a cup of matcha and light snacks in the tranquil Japanese Tea Garden. • The National AIDS Memorial Grove is dedicated to the millions of lives Aids has affected. This beautiful, peaceful space is open for picnics and regularly hosts performing arts events and weddings. • on the park’s south side is the sunset district, with its blocks of charming shops. Find local art including prints and California-themed tote bags at 3 Fish Studios.

Neighborhoods . 43 Neighborhoods HAIGHT- ASHBURY

WHAT TO SEE & DO on the corner of haight and Ashbury streets sits a beacon that calls to all who visit san Francisco: a street sign marking the heart of the neighborhood where 1960s flower power blossomed. These days, colorful Victorian houses brighten the hillsides and the streets are filled with restaurants and boutiques. • Flamboyant clothing shops, piercing and tattoo parlors, and long-loved stores such as Love on Haight mix with hip restaurants and boutiques along Upper haight. • downhill on haight st., alternative bars, consignment stores and music shops with old vinyl records hold forth. drop in at the Art Center, a first-of-its-kind poster print shop and gallery that supports a collective of poster artists. • The former house at 710 Ashbury st. is a

perennial attraction, as is the former house san Francisco Travel Association (2) at 2400 Fulton st. (Note: These are private residences.) • discover more of the neighborhood’s colorful history on the Haight-Ashbury Flower Power Walking Tour, stroll along guided by Wild SF Walking Tours, or get an immersive experience aboard the Magic Bus. • The iconic Victorian houses known as the Painted Ladies are nearby, too — a postcard-worthy photo opportunity.

44 . sftravel.com JAPANTOWN

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WHAT TO SEE & DO san Francisco’s Japantown is the oldest of only three remaining Japantowns in the United states. Look for the bright red banners adorned with cherry blossoms and the Peace Pagoda on geary blvd. between Laguna and Fillmore streets. • The Japan Center, a shopping complex on the north side of geary blvd., is anchored at both ends by the hotel Kabuki and AMC Kabuki cinema. drop by Pika Pika, a photo booth heaven, to snap a unique souvenir. • The Kabuki Springs & Spa offers Japanese-style bathing followed by another relaxing import from Japan: shiatsu massage. • Cultural menu offerings range from sushi; ramen; manju, a rice confection still being hand-made by family-owned

shutterstock; getty images benkyodo; matcha, a green tea beverage; and shabu-shabu, a meat-and-vegetable combo simmered in a tableside hot pot. • A great place to visit any time, Japantown offers a number of festivals throughout the year, including the Cherry Blossom Festival; “Kodomo No Hi” or Children’s day in May; and the Nihonmachi Street Fair in August.

Neighborhoods . 45 Neighborhoods MARINA/ PACIFIC HEIGHTS

WHAT TO SEE & DO Along the city’s northern shore lies the Marina district, an area that’s continually evolved throughout its history, from ocean dunes to exposition grounds to a fishing haven to a quaint residential neighborhood. • enjoy a sunny afternoon stroll down Union st. past many boutiques, spas and restaurants housed in beautifully restored Victorian buildings. Marina Green, ringed by bobbing boats and serenaded by foghorns, is picturesque. • An instagram favorite is the Palace of Fine Arts. its arresting greco-roman style rotunda and majestic colonnades never fail to impress visitors and the site is favored by many wedding photographers. • For some of the city’s best views, climb the steps on Fillmore or Lyon streets to Pacific heights, which rests atop a ridge to the south of the Marina. san Francisco Travel Association; Adobe stock • Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture, a converted military base, is home to arts organizations and Off the Grid, a regular food truck gathering. • reserve a table at the Michelin-starred Atelier Crenn for a superb prix fixe menu that changes with the seasons. For Mediterranean fare, head to the local favorite Terzo. on Chestnut st., you’ll find everything from artisanal ice cream to great pizza. be sure to grab a slice at Delarosa.

46 . sftravel.com MISSION DISTRICT

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WHAT TO SEE & DO The Mission district is one of san Francisco’s most of-the-moment neighborhoods, packed with trend-setting boutiques, restaurants and more. but its namesake is one of the city’s oldest icons, the 18th century Mission dolores. • Mission St. is the neighborhood’s main drag and home to a variety of restaurants and shops. Valencia St. is ground zero for cafés, bars and clothing and accessory shops. • be sure to visit Mission Dolores, built in 1776. For recent history, check out the Mission’s celebrated outdoor murals in places like or on the façade of the Women’s Building. Dolores Park is a popular green space that offers a perfect picnic location, people-watching and spectacular skyline views. No visit would be complete without a Mission-style burrito. san Francisco Travel Association (2) • Choose from local favorites like La Taqueria, La Cumbre and El Farolito. • burritos are just the beginning of Mission eats. Venga Empanadas is known for its stuffed pastries,Lolinda features delectable Argentine-style cuts from the grill and Central Kitchen offers standout locally sourced plates served family-style. • For drinks, check out Curio to grab a cocktail before a show at The Chapel, or try Trick Dog, a can’t-miss watering hole that’s appeared on too many “best of” lists to count.

Neighborhoods . 47 Neighborhoods NOB HILL

WHAT TO SEE & DO Those little cable cars that climb halfway to the stars in Tony bennett’s enduring song, “i Left My heart in san Francisco,’’ are climbing Nob hill. hundreds of feet above the city, this classic neighborhood offers famed hotels, buzzy restaurants, landmark architecture and stunning views. • Learn the ’s iconic vehicles at the San Francisco Cable Car Museum at Washington and Mason streets. • French gothic-style Grace Cathedral fronts the west side of Huntington Park, a refuge for parents and kids, dog walkers and lovers of green space, while the Fairmont Hotel rises to the east. • To the north of Nob hill lies Russian Hill, where you’ll find

icons like Lombard St., a.k.a. “the World’s Crookedest street,” san Francisco Travel Association (2) along with pockets of restaurants and boutiques on charming, tree-lined streets. • at the interContinental Mark hopkins has long been a san Francisco favorite thanks to its panoramic, top-floor views. TheTonga Room in the Fairmont hotel is a legendary tiki bar with an indoor rainstorm that completes the atmosphere. other Nob hill notables include Parallel 37, Aurea and the Big 4 Restaurant, to name a few.

48 . sftravel.com NORTH BEACH

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WHAT TO SEE & DO it might come as a surprise that North beach doesn’t have an actual beach. it does, however, have a vibrant and strong italian American community that for generations has seeded the neighborhood with fantastic restaurants and cafés. old italy, memories of Kerouac, and waterfront bohemianism meet of-the-moment eateries in this lively neighborhood. • on the east side of Washington Square, vintage wooden houses climb Telegraph hill, crowned by . built in the 1930s, it’s decorated inside with murals depicting scenes from California’s history. • Grant Ave. is rich with one-of-a-kind shops, while Broadway is lined with music clubs, restaurants and bars. The beat generation is showcased in City Lights bookstore on Columbus Ave. san Francisco Travel Association (2) • Look up to see “Language of the Birds” at broadway and Columbus Ave. These illuminated books flying overhead are a permanent public art installation by brian goggin and dorka Keehn. • get an award-winning pizza at Tony’s Pizza Napoletana or tuck into Café Zoetrope for a wide selection of italian and California wines. È Tutto Qua dishes up fresh, handmade pasta and decadent desserts. Original Joe’s is a neighborhood staple that’s been serving san Francisco for more than 100 years. To get a guided taste of the neighborhood, try Local Tastes of the City Tours.

Neighborhoods . 49 Neighborhoods RICHMOND/ PRESIDIO

WHAT TO SEE & DO The Presidio, with its towering eucalyptus trees, is a 2.8-square-mile former military base reborn as part of the golden gate National recreation Area. The richmond district hosts a major art museum, a city park and san Francisco’s de facto second Chinatown on Clement st. • The refurbished red brick military buildings at the Presidio are now restaurants, hotels, and attractions, including The Walt Disney Family Museum. • of special note are Andy Goldsworthy’s art installations: “Tree Fall,” “Wood Line” and “spire”. A fourth, “earth Wall”, is inside the Presidio Officers’ Club, which also houses exhibits tracing the Presidio’s history. • The Inn at the Presidio is a Leed®-certified hotel right in the park. The Presidio Visitor Center is the launching pad for park adventures, with its engaging exhibits and knowledgeable staff. • The outer richmond showcases the Legion of Honor museum, plus Lands End and Lincoln Park for hiking, golf and san Francisco Travel Association ; Photography © Walt disney Family Museum glorious views. • Places to eat in this area are plentiful. The Presidio features Arguello, The Commissary, Presidio Social Club and Sessions. The richmond, with a variety of dim sum, Korean and Thai restaurants, is also home to some of the city’s best places for wallet-friendly and delicious eats.

50 . sftravel.com SOMA/YERBA BUENA

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WHAT TO SEE & DO The south of Market neighborhood (a.k.a. “soMa”) is stacked with major institutions on or close to Market and Mission streets. • here you’ll findThe Moscone Center, the city’s premier convention venue, alongside the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts and Yerba Buena Gardens. • Nearby are cutting-edge museums including the Museum of the African Diaspora, Contemporary Jewish Museum, California Historical Society Museum, Children’s Creativity Museum and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA). • First-rate food is available at Michelin-starred Luce in the interContinental hotel; Barcha, which offers a modern twist on Mediterranean and Middle eastern flavors; orAlexander’s Steakhouse, where you’ll find American fare with Japanese influences. • it’s always tea time at Samovar Tea Lounge overlooking Yerba buena gardens. For something more casual, head to the or .

san Francisco Travel Association; gustavo Fernandez for drew Altizer TableTop Tap House ThirstyBear Brewing Company • soMa is home to lots of luxe accommodations. The Four Seasons, W Hotels, St. Regis, Virgin Hotels and Hotel VIA all have properties in this neighborhood.

Neighborhoods . 51 Neighborhoods TREASURE ISLAND

WHAT TO SEE & DO When it comes to reasons to visit Treasure island, first and foremost, go for the view. san Francisco’s entire northern waterfront from bridge to bridge is picture- perfect here. The island is also home to public art, flea markets and festivals throughout the year. • Treasure island is at the forefront of the urban winery phenomenon, with tasting rooms, tours and wine-themed events. Check out The Winery SF and Treasure Island Wines. • The island hosts numerous major public events throughout the year, including the San Francisco International Dragon Boat Festival. on the last weekend of every month, the dog- friendly Treasure Island Flea is teeming with local vendors, artists and more. • Mersea is a container-based (think of large shipping

containers) restaurant and bar near the Great Lawn offering san Francisco Travel Association (2) burgers, ceviche, fish and chips, soft-serve ice cream and more.

52 . sftravel.com UNION SQUARE

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WHAT TO SEE & DO in a town full of great shopping, Union square is the neighborhood with the most abundant retail therapy, not to mention fine hotels, great meals and green spaces to sit outside and enjoy san Francisco’s temperate climate. • Virtually every name brand in fashion is on or near the 2.6-acre square, a landmark park in the heart of the downtown shopping and hotel district. Macy’s (also home to a Visitor Information Center), Neiman Marcus and Tiffany & Co. are just a few. • The Grand Hyatt and Taj Campton Place hotels are just off the square on the stockton st. side, along with a cluster of upscale boutiques. on the Powell st. side, the Westin St. Francis Hotel holds pride of place. south of Market st. at the foot of Powell st., the Westfield San Francisco Centre is home to Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom. san Francisco Travel Association; @lady_luxs_diary Travel Francisco san • Nearby are the Marines Memorial Theatre, the Curran and A.C.T.’s Geary Theater. don’t miss “harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Curran” through May 17, 2020. • Sears Fine Foods on Powell st. is a local legend. Founded in 1938 and known for its world-famous swedish pancakes, this old-school eatery by the cable car tracks on the west side of the square has given generations of diners a tasty start to their day. • The Museum of Ice Cream provides fun and cheer with its ever-changing experiences and displays. slide into a sprinkle pool, and, of course, taste some ice cream. Neighborhoods . 53 54 and, ofcourse, exploration. encourages discovery, creativity the Exploratoriumunabashedly exhibit ready toanswerquestions, signs andExplainersatevery help ussee. Withzerono-touch understand howourowneyes the dissectionofacow’s eyeto invisible magneticfields,andwatch works, playwithsandthatreveals how theweatherphenomenon a kid-friendlytornadotofindout along theEmbarcadero. Step inside at theExploratorium,Pier15 more than650hands-onexhibits their favoriteDisneycharacters. early drawingsandanimationsof appreciate thenostalgiaofseeing interactive exhibits, parentswill listening stationsandother the youngercrowdenjoysvideos, kids—and forkidsatheart.While Museum isamagicalplacefor Presidio, TheWalt DisneyFamily family-friendly thingstodo. Here are10ofourfavorite fun-filled andmemorable. of activitiestomake yourtrip rides, SanFranciscohastons braving adrenaline-pumping learning aboutscienceor playing inthegreatoutdoors, Whether yourcrewprefers 2 1

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UNION SQUARE This historic park is the heart of San Francisco’s downtown shopping and hotel district. Everything is within walking distance and set against the backdrop of some of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks, including the cable cars, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Virtually every top fashion label in the world has set up shop in and around Union Square. Its extensive collection of luxury retailers includes the flagship Macy’s store on O’Farrell St. (including an official Union Square Visitor Information Center), Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co. and louis uitton.V

Take a walk down the charming alleyways for more hidden treasures. Maiden lane, a pedestrian-only street from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., features outdoor cafés and upscale retailers such as Chanel and Marc Jacobs. Head south on Powell St. to reach Uniqlo and browse stylish, colorful essentials. For fancy classics, Brooks Brothers Group offers clothing, sportswear, accessories and shoes. Explore 50,000 books spread over three floors at locally owned Alexander Book Store.

Ghirardelli Sundae WESTFIELD SAN FRANCISCO CENTRE A two-block walk from Union Square, this massive indoor mall offers a mix of acclaimed brands and local treats. It’s home to more than 200 shops and restaurants, including the second-largest Nordstrom in the U.S., the West Coast’s flagship Bloomingdale’s, levi’s, and the made-in-America-focused Makers Market. Finish the day with a spa treatment or movie on level Five, or head back down to level Four for the mall’s signature happy hour under its breathtaking glass dome ceiling.

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Getty Images; Adobe Stockcredits here BEYOND SAN FRANCISCO, SONOMA VALLEY IS CELEBRATED AS NORTHERN CALIFORNIA’S PREMIER WINEMAKING REGION.

Just 45 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, Sonoma Valley offers premium wine experiences, culinary discoveries, unique small towns, open spaces and the perfect places to spend a few days exploring. Our winery map on the reverse side will guide you through your wine tasting adventure.

100+ WINERIES Sonoma Valley is the perfect spot for those new to wine tasting as well as seasoned wine collectors. With more than 100 wineries – from striking castles and garden chateaus to modern lounges and Mediterranean-style villas – Sonoma Valley offers a unique wine tasting experience for everyone. Sonoma Valley’s rolling vineyards are nestled between two mountain ranges offering exquisite beauty. Tasting experiences include walkable tasting rooms, as well as working wineries with vineyard tours and intimate sit-down experiences in salons with a knowledgeable guide. Some wineries have picnic areas that encourage lingering over a shared bottle, others offer wine caves and still others are found in the quaint small towns in the valley.

Bartholomew Estate Winery’s certifi ed organic estate vineyards with their long and distinguished history are perfectly located to produce exceptional Sonoma Valley Founded in 1973, Chateau St. Jean is the quintessential wines. The beautiful Estate, nestled within 375-acre Sonoma winery. As a leader of single vineyard designate Bartholomew Park and only seven blocks from Sonoma wines, Chateau St. Jean rose to prominence in 1999 as Plaza, invites you to revel in the magnifi cent grounds the fi rst Sonoma winery to be awarded the prestigious and natural beauty. Rent a bike in town and ride over “Wine of the Year” award from Wine Spectator for its 1996 to taste their distinctive wines in the tasting room, or, Cinq Cépages Bordeaux-style red blend. Guests are on the lovely Oak Knoll, enjoy wines by the glass as welcome to enjoy reserve tastings or gourmet wine and you explore the art gallery, take a vineyard tour or trail food pairings inside the 1920s chateau. Experience a ride and hike Bartholomew Park’s 3+ miles of trails. more relaxed setting in the main tasting room or stroll the Picnic with friends and family with your favorite bottle, formal gardens. For those more adventurous, book the all while enjoying glorious views of the birthplace of Unlock the Chateau – a unique winery escape room – with Sonoma viticulture. Dogs on leash welcome! Open daily a group of friends. Open daily.chateaustjean.com 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. bartholomewestate.com EXPLORE SONOMA VALLEY Sonoma Valley has more than 13,000 acres of state and regional parks for hiking, biking and FARM-FRESH enjoying the serene beauty of RESTAURANTS wine country. Take a tour on foot or horseback and view ancient Like San Francisco’s famous food- redwoods, the home of famous scene, Sonoma Valley is known for the “farm-to-table” Since 1958, the El Pueblo Inn, a family-owned hotel, author Jack London, and hiking ethos. This ethos has never been just a trend in this has been a favorite of visitors to Sonoma’s Wine Country. trails through vineyards and region, but rather an ongoing way of life. Sonoma Located just minutes from the Sonoma Plaza shopping mountainsides. Grab a picnic with Valley’s chefs are surrounded by some of the best and dining, El Pueblo Inn is your home base for exploring local cheeses, charcuterie and agricultural areas in the country, which is refl ected in the Sonoma Valley. Come enjoy the gracious rooms, Sonoma wine, and enjoy the their menus. Olives, tomatoes, citrus, vegetables and attractive grounds, and attentive service - all of which solace of wine country. herbs are all grown nearby and available at the year- have been awarded a three-diamond rating from AAA. round farmers markets. Lamb, beef, duck and pork from Enjoy the heated pool and whirlpool spa, lounge by the MEET nearby farms join locally caught seafood on restaurants’ fi re in their cozy lobby, or stroll the beautiful gardens. El excellent place for group menus. Sonoma Valley’s dining ranges from Michelin- Pueblo Inn looks forward to welcoming you as family. meetings. With a walkable historic rated hot spots to corner stores selling tacos on freshly elpuebloinn.com downtown, modern meeting facilities, team-building made tortillas. Dine in an elegant hotel, romantic corner activities and excellent off-site venues, Sonoma is café, picturesque patio or a country roadhouse with the perfect spot for a wedding, corporate event or spectacular views of vineyards and mountains. incentive group.

SHOP authentic goods. Wander through chic and quaint stores brimming with clothing and luxury goods, home furnishings, kitchenware, jewelry, custom leather goods and gifts, prized arts, olive oils, cheese and much more.

Take a high-fl ying adventure! Nestled off the coast of Northern California and deep in the Redwood forest, Sonoma Canopy Tours you’ve ever experienced. With two unique courses, each a two-and-a-half hour guided eco tour that include multiple zip lines, sky bridges, a majestic spiral staircase and a rappel to the forest fl oor, you will be Located just two blocks from the restaurants, cafés and immersed in the unparalleled beauty of the world- boutique shopping of the historic Sonoma Plaza, Inn at famous California Coastal Redwoods. This is a way to Sonoma is the perfect destination for a Wine Country experience nature that you never imagined. From visit. This TripAdvisor top-ranked hotel features 27 well- panoramic forest views to thrillingly deep ravines, it’s appointed guestrooms featuring a queen, king or two an adrenaline rush like no other — right in the heart queen beds, fi replace, fl at panel television and most have of Sonoma County and 30 minutes west of Santa Rosa. a private deck. Guests enjoy a sumptuous complimentary Reservations required. the girl & the fi g has been a culinary highlight of breakfast, afternoon wine and hors d’oeuvres and freshly Sonoma since 1997. Located on the northwest corner baked cookies. The inn offers guests the use of bikes for of the historic Sonoma Plaza, the restaurant boasts a beautiful ride along the bike trails with countless memorable French-inspired, farm-to-table fare, wineries. innatsonoma.com showcasing Sonoma Valley’s fi nest produce, meats, and wines. With their classic antique bar, unique A family-owned hotel, the Sonoma Valley Inn is the aperitifs and cocktails, award-winning Rhône-inspired perfect expression of the friendly, hometown warmth wine list, seasonal menus, friendly staff, and outdoor that defi nes Sonoma. After a day of exploring your garden patio seating, you can capture some of the best favorite wine tasting rooms, just minutes from the hotel, of Sonoma in a single meal. thegirlandthefi g.com and steps from the Sonoma Plaza, you’ll fi nd everything you need to relax. From Jacuzzi Suites to pet-friendly STAY overnight garden patio rooms, our accommodations will take you away from it all. Lounge in the garden, unwind in the hot The best way to discover wine country is to spend a tub and new steam room, or take a dip in the heated night. Sonoma Valley’s options include cozy bed and saltwater pool. During the evening, savor a glass of wine breakfasts, wine country bungalows, luxury inns or around an outdoor fi repit or by your room’s wood-burning chic hotels offering guests world-class amenities. Stay fi r e p l a c e . sonomavalleyinn.com within walking distance of the historic Sonoma Plaza, or take in a vineyard view from a country inn. Relax Let us plan your and be pampered with a hot springs luxury spa wine country experience treatment using local products. SonomaValley.com EXPLORE SONOMA VALLEY Sonoma Valley has more than 13,000 acres of state and regional parks for hiking, biking and enjoying the serene beauty of wine country. Take a tour on foot or horseback and view ancient redwoods, the home of famous , a family-owned hotel, author Jack London, and hiking has been a favorite of visitors to Sonoma’s Wine Country. trails through vineyards and Located just minutes from the Sonoma Plaza shopping mountainsides. Grab a picnic with and dining, El Pueblo Inn is your home base for exploring local cheeses, charcuterie and the Sonoma Valley. Come enjoy the gracious rooms, Sonoma wine, and enjoy the attractive grounds, and attentive service - all of which solace of wine country. have been awarded a three-diamond rating from AAA. Enjoy the heated pool and whirlpool spa, lounge by the MEET in Sonoma Valley. An fi re in their cozy lobby, or stroll the beautiful gardens. El excellent place for group Pueblo Inn looks forward to welcoming you as family. meetings. With a walkable historic downtown, modern meeting facilities, team-building Experience Transcendence’s BROADWAY UNDER For more than 35 years, activities and excellent off-site venues, Sonoma is THE STARS in Jack London State Historic Park. This has farmed its 85-acre ranch on Sonoma Mountain. the perfect spot for a wedding, corporate event or award-winning series of Broadway-inspired concerts Committed to Biodynamic Farming, the highest form incentive group. and musicals brings accomplished Broadway of organic certifi cation, the Benziger Estate is a performers to Sonoma’s Wine Country. Each evening polyculture of vineyards, an insectary, gardens, sheep SHOP in boutique and specialty shops for unique and begins with two hours of pre-show picnicking alongside and cattle pastures, wetlands and ponds. Tours are authentic goods. Wander through chic and quaint the park’s sprawling vineyards. You’ll enjoy pours from offered daily, inviting guests out into the vineyards to stores brimming with clothing and luxury goods, home numerous Sonoma wineries, food from local vendors, explore fi rsthand. The Biodynamic Tram Tour provides furnishings, kitchenware, jewelry, custom leather and pre-show musicians. 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Getty Images; Auberge du Soleil EXPLORE OAKLAND & EAST BAY From the thriving food scene to the diverse landscape, the East Bay offers countless reasons to extend your adventures beyond San Francisco’s city limits. Expand your horizons with experiences across the Bay Bridge in Tri-Valley, Berkeley and Oakland.

TRI-VALLEY BERKELEY OAKLAND Just 35 minutes east of Free speech and flower power are Dynamic and diverse, Oakland San Francisco and graced with forever in Berkeley’s DNA, but the is a destination in its own right. views of the surrounding golden city has evolved into a modern you’ll find art, architecture, music, hills, Tri-Valley is full of events, cultural hub. It’s home to the park- restaurants and bars to rival those restaurants, wineries and shops. like UC Berkeley campus, as well of its sister city across the bay. you can see the region’s three as renowned visual and performing valleys (hence the name) and four arts centers, restaurants and Head to Jack London Square cities (Pleasanton, livermore, Dublin outdoor recreation. to sample offerings from some and Danville) after a hike to the top of Oakland’s top culinary talent. of towering Mt. Diablo. The Berkeley Art Museum and Grab expertly brewed java at Blue Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) Bottle Coffee or pizza served With more than 55 wineries in makes for a fun field trip. It’s around an outdoor fire pit atForge. close proximity, it’s easy to make only one block from the BART Don’t miss plank, a one-of-a-kind a day of tasting local wines and station, after a 21-minute ride from entertainment venue and restaurant traversing the countryside. One San Francisco on the Richmond line. with bowling lanes, a beer garden must-visit is livermore’s Wente Opened in 2016, BAMPFA gives you and a patio overlooking the bay. Vineyards, the oldest family-run a taste of the eccentric spirit that winery in the United States. Beer thrives in the Bay Area. At the heart Work off some calories on a walk lovers will want to raise a glass (or of it all is the museum’s collection around Lake Merritt. Clocking in at several) along the Tri-Valley Beer of 19,000 works of art, dating from 3.4 miles, the perimeter makes for a Trail, which includes more than 3,000 B.C. to the present. The gorgeous stroll. Or take a walk on 20 microbreweries where you can Pacific Film Archive is as vast as the the wild side at the award-winning sample flights, learn about food art collection. Two on-site theaters Oakland , home to more than facebook.com/visittrivalley; iStock; facebook.com/visitoakland iStock; facebook.com/visittrivalley; pairings and chat with brewmasters. screen more than 400 films a year. 660 critters.

Craving sweets instead? Allow the Extend your trip into the evening For an indoor excursion, spend a Tri-Valley Ice Cream Trail to guide on Friday and Saturday nights, few hours at the Oakland Museum you to 14 different local ice cream when BAMPFA keeps the galleries of California. OMCA brings parlors around the region. Even open until 9 p.m. Afterward, stroll together collections of art, history better: when you collect five stamps over to Tupper & Reed for a and science under one roof. Stop on your Ice Cream Tasting Passport, nightcap. The stylish bilevel bar by Friday Nights at OMCA from 5 Visit Tri-Valley will donate $5 to the and lounge is known for its to 9 p.m. for a family-friendly night Valley Humane Society. delicious craft cocktails. market, featuring Off the Grid food trucks, music and more.

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SantaReady for a road trip? The journey down theCruz coast on Highway One from San Francisco to Santa Cruz is one of the most iconic and scenic drives you’ll find anywhere. The route takes less than two hours without stops, but we suggest you meander a bit and enjoy the adventure.

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AÑO NUEVO STATE BEACH SANTA CRUZ Before you reach Santa Cruz, take time Delightfully mellow Santa Cruz offers for a wildlife-spotting visit to Año Nuevo dozens of fun things to see and do, as State Park. This natural preserve has been well as a great variety of delicious eats. established to protect one of the world’s Take a stroll along the Santa Cruz Beach largest mainland breeding colonies of Boardwalk to soak up the retro carnival elephant seals, along with many other atmosphere of arcade games, cotton critters, such as otters, California sea lions, candy, corn dogs, classic roller coasters coyotes, cormorants and more. and a postcard-worthy historic carousel. you can also take a boat tour from the wharf or explore the shops and restaurants downtown along the main drag of Pacific Ave.

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TRANSPORTATION TO SFO it’s easy to travel between SFo Fresh seafood while waiting and downtown San Francisco. for your flight? Check. An art THE WAG BRIGADE the most economical method museum? Yep. Yoga studios? is BArt, which costs $9.65 from You bet. A piano-playing pig? don’t be surprised to see a few the airport to Powell St. and Of course! Here are a few great adorable animal friends in the takes about 35 minutes. BArt terminal. to help reduce the reasons why SFO deserves to be is easily accessed from any stress of traveling, SFo has your favorite airport. terminal by riding SFo’s partnered with the SF SPCA to free Airtrain to the Garage bring trained therapy dogs and

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San Francisco Streets by night TRANSIT ROUTES Curvy streets, hidden alleyways and lots of hills – that’s what San Francisco is known for. But believe it or not, San Francisco is an easy place to get around, whether you’re on a bus, streetcar or your own feet. if you opt for public transit, here are a few suggestions on how to get to some major points of interest from our flagship Visitor information Center at the Moscone Center.

ALAMO SQUARE Catch the 5 or 21 Muni bus at the corner of Market and Powell streets. take the 5 westbound to the corner of McAllister and Fillmore streets, or the 21 westbound to the corner of Hayes and Steiner streets. Both buses also continue on to Golden Gate Park. Points of interest: Painted Ladies.

CABLE CAR Walk north on Fourth St. take a left on VISITOR Market St., then a right on Powell St. Board any cable car at the Powell St. Cable Car turnaround. Both the Powell- INFORMATION Hyde and the Powell-Mason lines take you to Fisherman’s CENTER Wharf and Ghirardelli Square. CASTRO Walk north on Fourth St. to Market St. and head into any of the BArt/Muni underground stations. Be sure 749 Howard St. you enter the Muni side of the station. take outbound Muni San Francisco, CA 94103 Metro K, L or M lines to the . or, take the historic F streetcar in the center of Market St. to Castro St. Adult bus, streetcar and Muni Metro fares are $3. Youth (5-17 years), seniors (65+ years), and CHINATOWN Walk five blocks northeast on third St. to Grant Ave. Walk north on Grant Ave. to the Chinatown

individuals with disabilities pay $1.50. Children Association travel Francisco San Gate at Bush St. or, take Muni bus 30 or 45 at third and under 4 years ride for free. one-way cable car Howard streets or the northbound cable car to Chinatown. tickets cost $8 for anyone five and over. Muni Points of interest: Chinese Cultural Center and Chinese Passports are available at the Visitor information Historical Society. Center for one day ($24), three days ($36), and seven days ($47), and are valid for unlimited CIVIC CENTER/HAYES VALLEY take Muni bus 5r, 7X rides on the Muni vehicles or 31 westbound on Market St. or any outbound Muni Metro underground to Civic Center Station. Points of interest: mentioned above. SFJAZZ Center, Asian Art Museum, and City Hall.

78 . sftravel.com CLIFF HOUSE/SEAL ROCKS/LANDS END LEGION OF HONOR/LINCOLN PARK ride Muni bus 38 Walk north on third St. toward Market St. to the corner of or 38r on Geary St. to 33rd Ave. Walk north on 34th Ave. to Geary and Kearny streets to catch Muni bus 38 (destination park entrance (a short walk), or transfer to northbound Muni - Lands end/48th Ave.). or, take Muni bus 38r to the end of bus 18 on 33rd Ave. and ride to the end of the line. the line and walk down Point Lobos Ave. LOMBARD STREET/RUSSIAN HILL ride the Powell- COIT TOWER/TELEGRAPH HILL/NORTH BEACH take Hyde cable car from Powell St. to Lombard St., or Muni bus Muni bus 8, 8BX, 30 or 45 northwest from third and Howard 45 from third and Howard streets to union and Leavenworth streets to Columbus Ave. and Green St., then head east on streets. Walk north on Leavenworth St. to Lombard St. Green St. take a left on Varennes St., and then a right on MISSION DISTRICT/MISSION DOLORES take Muni Filbert St. to Coit tower. bus 12, 14, 14r or 27 westbound on Mission St. to 16th EXPLORATORIUM ride the eastbound historic F streetcar St. or beyond. From any Market St. BArt station, travel on Market St. to the embarcadero and Green St. Station. southbound to 16th or 24th streets. to reach Mission dolores, ride the outbound Muni Metro J line to Church and FERRY BUILDING/EMBARCADERO CENTER ride the 16th streets, and walk one block east on 16th St. eastbound historic F streetcar on Market St. or take the 6, 9, 21 or 31 Muni bus to the Ferry Building. You can also ride NOB HILL/GRACE CATHEDRAL/THE MASONIC any Muni Metro line inbound to . ride any cable car on Powell St. or California St., or Muni bus 27 from Fifth and Howard streets to Leavenworth and ride the Powell-Hyde or Powell- FISHERMAN’S WHARF California streets. Mason cable cars from Powell and Market streets, the eastbound historic F streetcar on Market St., or Muni bus 8X, ORACLE PARK Muni buses 10, 30, 47 and the Muni 8BX, or 30 from Kearny and Market streets to north Point Metro n and t lines provide service to the ballpark. From St. Points of interest: Pier 39, Aquarium of the Bay, Alcatraz Fisherman’s Wharf, use the e streetcar. (from Pier 33). PALACE OF FINE ARTS/MARINA GREEN ride Muni FORT MASON ride Muni bus 30 from third and Howard bus 45 from third and Howard streets to Lyon and streets to Chestnut and Laguna streets. Walk north on Greenwich streets. then walk north on Lyon St. Laguna St. to reach Fort Mason. & GARDENS ride the outbound GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE/FORT POINT ride Muni bus 38 Muni Metro L line to the last stop. or 38r from Geary and Kearny streets to Park Presidio Blvd.; ride the outbound Muni Metro K, L or M line transfer to Muni bus 28. to cross the Golden Gate Bridge TWIN PEAKS to Forest Hill Station. Across the street from the station, (weekends only), take Muni bus 76X (Marin Headlands take Muni bus 36. Get off at Marview Way and Skyview express) from Powell and Sutter streets. Way. Walk up Marview Way to Farview Court. turn right on GOLDEN GATE PARK take a westbound 5 or 5r Muni unmarked footpath and walk to the overlook. or, ride the bus from Market and Grant streets to Fulton and Arguello outbound Muni Metro K, L or M line to Church Station and streets and walk into the park, or take the Muni Metro n line exit on the north side of Market St. and take the Muni 37 bus outbound to irving St. and ninth Ave. and walk into the park. (destination twin Peaks). Get off at 74 Crestline dr. and cross Points of interest: Japanese tea Garden, San Francisco the street to an unmarked footpath to the overlook. Botanical Garden, California Academy of Sciences, take Muni bus 45 from third and Howard de Young Museum. UNION STREET streets to octavia St. and beyond. HAIGHT-ASHBURY ride Muni bus 6 or 7 from Market and Stockton streets to Haight and Clayton streets. YERBA BUENA/CENTER FOR THE ARTS Walk down Howard St. to third St. and make a left. the JAPAN CENTER/JAPANTOWN Board Muni bus 38 or entrance to the Gardens and the Center for the Arts will be 38r at Geary and Kearny streets and ride to Geary and on the left-hand side of the street. Laguna streets.

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