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Things To Do in San Francisco

To do, or not to do? That’s never the question in San Francisco. Find something to suit every aspect of your travel persona … from wanna-be rock star to rock climber. Who says you can’t be both?

 

The view from Twin Peaks of Downtown San Francisco

Top Discoveries in 2011

2011 was no different in terms of discovery, as our Facebook and Twitter communities made countless new discoveries. Here are their top discoveries of 2011....more

The Best View in San Francisco is...

Coming within months of it's 75th birthday, the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from the Marin Headlands has been named of the best views in America by US News...more

Where to Stay in San Francisco

Whether it’s a sleek high rise hotel with a view or a cozy bed and breakfast tucked into a shingled Victorian, check out (and check-in) San Francisco’s accommodations.

 

San Francisco – A Most Uncommon Place

San Francisco refuses to fit a mold. It climbed hills while other cities spread out. It encouraged immigrants to guard their ethnic distinctions while other cities assimilated them. ...more

History, Food, Music, Spirituality and More

April, May and June…Our Way...more

Dining in San Francisco

Stir-fried or simmered. Slow food or street food. Haute or hip. Farm-to-table or caviar and Champagne. No matter what your taste, San Francisco has a menu to match it.

 

Anzu was named the #1 San Francisco restaurant of 2011

Top 9 Restaurants of 2011

Over the past year, we have seen our share of new restaurants open to major acclaim and old heavyweights continue to awe, as San Francisco continues to be on the top of the list of foodie destinations....more

Blue Bottle & Four Barrel Named Two of the Coolest Coffeehouses

If San Francisco wasn't on your map as a coffee destination, it should be now. San Francisco's own Blue Bottle Coffee and Four Barrel have been recognized by Travel + Leisure Magazine as two of the coolest coffeehouses in the country....more

Top Ten South American Restaurants in San Francisco

We recently asked our avid social communities what South American food San Francisco has to offer. Upon examining the responses, the breadth of what the city has to offer was eye-opening as restaurants that serve food from Peru, Argentina, Columbia and Venezuela were all represented...more

Nightlife in San Francisco

Culture and cocktails, a DJ twin spin or a jazz solo — nighttime is the right time to discover that there’s a fresh approach to everything here when it comes to new ways to have fun.

 

Market fresh cocktails made in San Francisco

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Vesuvio is one of the top bars of San Francisco

Top 9 Bars of 2011

Our cocktail scene is pretty legendary (by my calculation, there is a bar every 5 steps) because of our well-worn classics and our pioneering use of fresh ingredients, which is no longer just a staple in our food but also in our drinks....more

San Francisco Neighborhoods Claim Their Cocktails

San Francisco is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own residents, gas stations, hardware stores and, drink of choice. ...more

Shopping in San Francisco

Leave some room in your luggage for all the shopping you’ll do. From “made in San Francisco” souvenirs to trendy threads from top fashion houses, San Francisco has something for everyone.

 

Fillmore Street Named One of America's Best Shopping Streets

Fillmore Street, located between Japantown and Pacific Heights, this street has been named one of America's best shopping streets by US News....more

Take a Piece of San Francisco Local Music Home With You

KFOG's Local Scene 8 is a collection of songs from talented musicians living and working in the San Francisco Bay Area that need to be heard....more

San Francisco’s “Cow Hollow” Neighborhood -- From Barns to Boutiques

It’s no secret that San Francisco is smitten with its past. In recent years whole neighborhoods have become monuments to nostalgia. The contagion that began in Jackson Square soon spread to Cow Hollow....more

Events in San Francisco

What’s happening? Stay current on San Francisco’s ever-changing entertainment and events line-up, exhibitions, performances and what’s to come — and be sure to check out the Editor’s Picks .

 

Summer 2011--What's New in San Francisco

“What’s New” is a listing of new venues, attractions and activities compiled by the San Francisco Travel Association....more

Summer in the City: San Francisco’s Free Concert and Film Series

Summer will officially arrive on June 1st and through the end of October visitors to San Francisco may listen to the San Francisco Symphony, hum along to a libretto with the San Francisco Opera, watch movies under the stars, or enjoy Shakespeare in the park — all for free....more

Arts & Culture

Muses and musicians. Painters and poets. Dancers and divas. Authors and actors. The fantastic and the familiar. The classics and the avant garde. San Francisco is all about the arts.

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Upcoming San Francisco Events

Feb 23 - 26

60th Annual Pacific Orchid Exposition

Feb. 25

Noise Pop Culture Club

Thru Feb. 26

Tulipmania

Thru March 11

Scorched

Thru April 15

Playland at the Conservatory

Editor's Picks

San Francisco - A Spring Fling

Spring doesn’t arrive until March 20. San Francisco already has a case of “spring fever” though, and there’s plenty to make green fingers itch...more

Come Leave Your Heart in San Francisco Video Contest

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the recording of the beloved song, I Left My Heart in San Francisco, everyone in San Francisco will be singing along on Feb. 14. Sing your heart out for San Francisco and you will be entered to win a heart-filled trip here!...more

Funny Business in San Francisco

So your team isn’t going to the Super Bowl and your candidate got pummeled in the primary. Could your funny bone use a little tickling? San Francisco has just the tonic for the doldrums ...more

The view from Twin Peaks of Downtown San Francisco

Top Discoveries in 2011

2011 was no different in terms of discovery, as our Facebook and Twitter communities made countless new discoveries. Here are their top discoveries of 2011....more

Fillmore Street Named One of America's Best Shopping Streets

Fillmore Street, located between Japantown and Pacific Heights, this street has been named one of America's best shopping streets by US News....more

The Best View of San Francisco is...

Coming within months of it's 75th birthday, the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from the Marin Headlands has been named of the best views in America by US News...more

7 best things to do in San Francisco

Cailin O'Neil recently visited San Francisco. Here are her 7 things to do while visiting San Francisco. Enter Cailin.....more

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San Francisco Must-See Icons & Landmarks

> Alcatraz
> Bay Bridge
> Cable Cars
> Coit Tower
> Golden Gate Bridge
> The Painted Ladies

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