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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?
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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- Retail Complexes - East
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- Retail Complexes - Outside SF
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- Shoes
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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 .
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
Editor's Picks
Save up to 40% off your stay
Experience a stunning array of events made even more special because they're happening here. And save up to 40% on your stay. Plus, get a $50 gift card when you stay 2+ nights!...more
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Not Quite Mission, Not Quite Potrero
The Bold Italic takes a tour of this grey-area neighborhood....more
There's a lot to Discover in Bayview
The Bold Italic shares their favorite spots in the neighborhood....more
True Love with a Side of Kimchi
The Bold Italic stumbles upon a Korean Food Oasis in West Oakland...more
Check Out the Mega Food, Wine, and Beer Lineup at Outside Lands
Leave it to San Francisco to be as excited for the lineup of food (and wine and beer) vendors as for the music lineup at Outside Lands this year (August 9th–11th)....more
StarChefs Gala on June 13th at AT&T Park
Looking for all of San Francisco’s finest chefs in one, visit-worthy location? On Thursday June 13th, catch a veritable galaxy of San Francisco culinary stars at the StarChefs Rising Stars awards night....more
2013 Treasure Island Music Festival Lineup Announced
The music festival with the best view has announced their 2013 lineup. Treasure Island Music Festival will return for it's seventh year on October 19th and 20th. ...more






















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