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Neighborhoods San Francisco
San Francisco, one of the most romantic and cosmopolitan cities in the country, draws the hearts of business and leisure travelers from around the world. Visit this lovely "City by the Bay" and enjoy its countless activities, attractions, dining, and recreation.
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San Francisco is a vibrant and fun filled city with hidden gems around every corner. Start your visit by the bay at the historic Fisherman's Wharf. From here enjoy the spectacular views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, the city's dramatic skyline including the Transamerica building and Coit Tower.
Alamo Square >
Sweeping views San Francisco and the much-photographed "Painted-Ladies" Victorians make this a great place to relax.
Castro / Mission >
Packed with ethic diversity and gay culture, this sunny district is filled with great restaurants and trendy shopping.
Civic Center >
This cultural and political center of San Francisco includes City Hall, performing arts, and the Asian Art Museum.
Embarcadero >
SF's scenic promenade features the Ferry Building Marketplace and fantastic views of the Bay Bridge.
Financial District >
Scores of dizzying skyscrapers live alongside some 1850's buildings in this bustling urban neighborhood.
Fisherman's Wharf >
Popular with tourists, the Wharf offers great views, fun-loving shops, kooky street performers, historic ships, and fresh seafood.
Haight-Ashbury >
The "Summer of Love" neighborhood still maintains its freewheeling ways, with funky shops, colorful denizens, and popular ethnic eateries.
Hayes Valley / Western Addition >
This emerging neighborhood is a haven for chic boutiques, daring art galleries, contemporary designers, top-notch restaurants, and hip nightspots.
Japantown >
Jammed-packed far-east import stores, a vast array of Asian cuisine, karaoke lounges, and colorful architecture makes this a fun area to explore.
Lower Nob Hill >
Often underappreciated, this neighborhood is rich with cultural diversity, great noodle houses, bargain shopping, and the famed cable cars.
Marina >
Union and Chestnut Streets feature chic boutiques and dining, while the Palace of Fine Arts and Crissy Field offer serenity and breathtaking Golden Gate views.
Misc. (non-neighborhood specific) >
If you haven't found it yet, you might look here--our quixotic blend of unusual and off-beat attractions.
Nob Hill >
From this swanky residential neighborhood you can gaze upon the City, the bay, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
North Beach / Chinatown / Russian Hill >
Picturesque North Beach is SF's "Little Italy". Nearby Chinatown provides intriguing walks, exotic foods, and fascinating culture and history.
Pacific Heights >
A lovely place to stroll, lofty Pacific Heights features tree-lined streets lined with multi-million dollar mansions and views of the Bay to match.
SOMA >
Warehouses, sexy restaurants, and modern lofts are home to art-lovers, baseball fans, and high-tech entrepreneurs in this edgy, energetic district.
Tenderloin >
Described by some as the grittiest neighborhood in the city, the Tenderloin boasts some exceptional ethnic dining at bargain prices.
Union Square >
Over 15 square blocks of the world's hottest retailers make Union Square a shopper's paradise.
Western Part of the City >
Plenty of fog and friendly faces, the Sunset offers surf, sand, satisfying restaurants, and the glorious Pacific Ocean.
