San Francisco is the only place in the United States of America where you can find a plethora of entertainment options. As far as attractions and shopping are concerned, no other city can be comparable to it. Whether you wish to visit Fisherman's Wharf to get a feel of modern San Francisco, or marvel at the beauty of the Golden Gate Bridge near Hotel Canterbury , one of America's top ten construction wonders, or visit the best museum in San Francisco, the Exploratorium, or Alcatraz Island, or PIER 39; the choices are innumerable and equally interesting. For die-hard shoppers, there are several shopping centers, districts and malls in San Francisco where you can shop till you drop. The Union Square, the Mission, Hayes Valley, Sacramento Street, Upper Fillmore and Chinatown are only a few of them where you can put your hard earned money to good use.
From the entertainment point of view, if you wish to experience something entirely different from the usual tourist stuff or probably a few places that familiarize you with the "real" San Francisco, then begin your exploration with the Best of the Rest. I will advice you to start your day in San Francisco with a jog up the hill on Fillmore Street, in Alamo Square. Did something struck your memory! Yes, this is the same hill that you always see in the opening credits of the situation comedy, ‘Full House'. Once fuelled with energy, head straight for a cable car joy ride. Your visit to San Francisco cannot be complete without it. This ride will take you across the Powell/Hyde line, then you will pass through the city over Nob Hill and finally reach the Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf . All the while, don't forget to sing along ‘the San Francisco delight'!
For enjoying the fascinating and enchanting beauty of San Francisco, don't miss a drive along the San Francisco waterfront, which provides an incredible view of downtown San Francisco and San Francisco Bay. Then, board a Blue and Gold ferryboat from Pier 41 and go to the Alcatraz Island . This tour will take you to the major attractions of San Francisco that comprise The Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf and many more such places. Let me remind you that the Alcatraz tours must be booked in advance, so don't go there without a prior booking or you will be disappointed. The Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco is the right place to give an out of this world experience to habitual shoppers. It is a great place for entertainment as well. This is the only place where you can explore many interesting shops selling equally interesting items, such as original arts and crafts, gourmet teas, clothing, garden supplies, and certainly, the all time, all age favorite— chocolates. In case, you are tired of shopping or listening to music, I will suggest you to take a break at the Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop and Soda Fountain to refuel yourself with a great chocolate treat. This place will make you forget your calorie counts. Anyway, it's not a sin to indulge yourself once in a while! Then, simply pick up a brochure from the information booth and gather enough courage to undertake a self-guided tour to explore Ghirardelli Square's history. This on foot tour is great for burning extra calories too.
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