Whether you are interested in exploring the history and culture of a place or enjoying its natural scenic beauty or a night bird in the hunt of nightclubs, bars and other hot places, San Francisco has everything for everyone. Its truly cosmopolitan nature makes it popular with all kinds of tourists from all parts of the world. There are so many attractions that you will find yourself severely constrained by time to visit them all, no matter how long your holidays last. It will invariably prod you to think about a return visit. Nevertheless, if you are able to manage your time very well, you won't be at a loss. For your convenience, I am suggesting a few places from where you can embark on your cruise of the city.
The Fisherman's Wharf is one of the most famous tourist destinations in San Francisco . Very close to the Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf and the Radisson Hotel Fisherman's Wharf , it represents modern San Francisco , but you will find the atmosphere of this place a little laid back. Fisherman's Wharf is popular for many things, such as its historical waterfront, delicious seafood, interesting museums and unique shopping arcades. The historic waterfront is still used as a working fishing pier, so you can sample a variety of fresh seafood at Hyatt restaurant, from where, incidentally, you can also have the best glimpses of old fishermen at work. The only condition is to reach this place a little early, so that you can watch them fishing. After visiting this place, just cruise down the Broadway Street to have a look at the effervescent schlock joints or walk past the historic San Francisco Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory near Fisherman's Wharf. This is the place that thrives on the new and long-standing restaurants and shops that cater to the best of tastes in every respect. If you happen to be there in early September, you can enjoy the grand Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival.
Your tour of the city couldn't be complete without visiting one of its innumerable Museums. They are the real gems of tourist spots adorning this vibrant city, such as the Red & White Fleet and the most important, Wax Museum that is located at a distance of only 0.3 miles from Tuscan Inn . Another museum that you must see is the ‘ Palace of Legion of Honor ', which is one of San Francisco 's premier art museums. The most impressive of their collections are the Rodin statues, including ‘The Thinker'. This majestic statue is placed in their outer courtyard.
Driving down or walking across the two-mile long Golden Gate (suspension) Bridge is yet another exhilarating experience in this city. It is one of America 's top ten construction and engineering marvels. In fact, it has become a national milestone. It is one of the most-photographed sights as well as one of the longest suspension bridges in the world. I am sorry for using only superlatives to describe this bridge, but I can't help it! It is such a wonderful thing! The Golden Gate Strait connects the San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean and from here; you can have one of the most enchanting glimpses of, undoubtedly, the world's most beautiful bridge. It now stands as the symbol of San Francisco . The Bay Area, located near Hotel Canterbury , is the place from where you can have a breathtaking view of the orange shaped clear day dawning above the rolling fog.
If you ask me to suggest a place to experience fun, thrill, science, art, and human perception under one roof, I will definitely prod you to visit the most idiosyncratic museum, the ‘Exploratorium', which also happens to be one of the best museums in San Francisco . Very different from other museums where you will be instructed to keep away from the exhibits, it features some 650 ‘please touch' exhibits. Moreover, a visit to the pitch-black Tactile Dome, located inside the Exploratorium is a must in case you want to have some real fun or thrill! It is a kind of one-way maze within a geodesic dome. Remember that you have to make reservations and pay extra to get into it. This amazing attraction was contrived by Dr. August Coppola. You have to climb, crawl, slide, and fall to reach the end. On the way, you will come across surprising and delightful textures and objects. Your kids will find it extremely entertaining and you can hire the entire place (Tactile Dome) for any occasion if your party comprises a minimum of 15 people. Continued -->>
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