Here are a few suggestions on what to see

Alcatraz – You really must tour it!

The ferry ride to the island offers beautiful views of the city.

Did you know that from 1969-1971 Indians occupied Alcatraz?  They declared they were taking back their land.

The currents, tides and the temperature of the water in the bay made it a perfect place for a maximum security prison. 

We recommend the Audio Tour as it includes observations of guards and prisoners about life at “the Rock”.

Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here:

Ride a Cable Car

Price is $3.00 each way and tickets can be purchased from the conductor as you board.

The view as you descend Hyde Street (on the Powell-Hyde line) down to the bay is spectacular.

Did you know the cable cars are actually powerless?  They are pulled by underground cables.  When the operator needs to stop, he disengages the car’s grip on the cable.  The car stops but the cable keeps moving.

For a map of the cable car routes please click here:

Fisherman’s Wharf

The streets of the wharf are home to numerous seafood restaurants.

Incredible clam chowder can be found here.

For more information on Fisherman’s Wharf (list of restaurants, coupons, etc.) please click here:

Pier 39 – For  a great view of the Sea Lions

Beach Street at the Embarcadero

The sea lions lounge on the docks here. 

Many restaurants and shops are in this area as well as a Venetian Carousel.

For specific information on Pier 39 including hours and directions please click here:

Lombard Street

Lombard Street between Hyde and Leavenworth Street

Known as the World’s Crookedest Street

You can either drive down the street or there are steps located on either side for you to walk up.

Coit Tower

Telegraph Hill at Lombard Street

Admission is charged to go to the top.

Offers great panoramic views of the city and the bay.

Chinatown

The dragon guarded main gateway is located at Bush St. and Grant Ave. 

The shops along Grant Avenue (the main thoroughfare of Chinatown) offer plenty of tourist items.

For more information on Chinatown (including directions and restaurants) 

please click here:

Alamo Square – To see the Victorian Houses

Alamo Square is located on Steiner Street between Fulton and Hayes.

Bay-windowed Victorian houses are distinctively San Francisco.  To see the most photographed   Victorian Houses, Alamo Square is a must see.    

Marina Green 

Offers great views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay and Alcatraz Island.

You might even catch a view of some windsurfers in the Bay.

For a map of the Marina Green area please click here:

For  information on Walking  the Golden Gate Bridge please           click here:

Click here for s city map