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Weekend in San Francisco

A February 2001 trip to San Francisco by Milja

San Francisco is a fabulous destination. It is a perfect place to spend a weekend, or a day, or a full week. With so much to do you'll never run out of options, even when you return again, and again.

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Weekend in San FranciscoBest of IgoUgo

Overview

With so much to do in the city, it is hard to pick the cream of the crop. I really enjoyed Alcatraz, taking the streetcars up and down the hills and into Fisherman's Wharf.

Quick Tips:

If you only have a day, the Gray Line bus tour is fantastic. You get a good feel for the city and its top attractions.

Best Way To Get Around:

Streetcar is a must down to Fisherman's Wharf. Do everything you can do to not rent a car!

Golden Gate ParkBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

The Japanese Tea Garden was very cool, even if you don't normally like gardens. The fee is $3, and well worth it. The park is awesome for rollerblading.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Milja on February 6, 2006

Golden Gate Park
At the corner of Stanyan and Fulton Streets San Francisco, California 94118
(415) 831-2700

Gray Line Trolley TourBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

This tour is on an authentic, San Francisco cable car. There is a hop on/off option at Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and Union Square. Drive through scenic neighborhoods such as Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach, Nob Hill, Downtown Union Square, Chinatown, Financial District, and along the Waterfront.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Milja on February 6, 2006

Gray Line Trolley Tour
Pier 43 1/2 Embarcadero San Francisco, California 94131
(888) 428-6937

Muir Woods National MonumentBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Muir Woods"

This is a must see for anyone heading to SF. It is only a few miles north of San Francisco, and well worth the short drive. Muir Woods is an isolated canyon that is home to ancient coast redwood trees. The park is best known for its incredible solitude—you feel minuscule compared to these trees! It features good displays and programs, and numerous hiking trails. A coworker once told me "You'll find God in Muir Woods." It is true that the places makes you aware of how small we are in the world. Truly awesome.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by Milja on February 6, 2006

Muir Woods National Monument
Highway 1 Mill Valley, California 94102
(415) 388-2595

AlcatrazBest of IgoUgo

Story/Tip

Touring "The Rock" was a favorite stop. The only way to take an Alcatraz tour is by getting on a Blue and Gold Fleet boat from San Francisco. Alcatraz tours are very popular, and they fill up fast. I missed it my first trip (in the summer), but bought tickets early the second and third time I visited. Before you go, be sure to watch the movies "Birdman of Alcatraz" and "The Rock"—they bring the place to life.

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Milja
Milja
Waterloo, Ontario

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