Sausalito, San Francisco

Sausalito is a great little village located by the bay just across the Golden Gate Bridge which transends you a world away.

The village has some really good places to eat, small art galleries, parks and wonderful views of San Franciso which makes this a good day trip from San Francisco.

Getting to Sausalito is quite easy, either by car or ferry. I love coming to Sausalito for a great meal at Scoma's, some excellent ice cream and just a nice relaxing stroll along the bay front.

For quieter ferry ride than that of the ride to Golden Gate, go and visit Sausalito.

Sausalito has charming open air cafes, flower bowers, souvenir shops (might be cheaper than those found in Fisherman's Wharf) and a refreshing view of the marina.

When I was there on a Friday (June 27, 2008), there was an afternoon concert in the plaza and a little farmer's market . Go organic and taste the coffee, blueberries, strawberries or better yet sample some Afghan and Indian food

Lots of bikers make the trip to Muir Woods which is just a short bus ride away from Sausalito city center. I just took the 10 minute bus ride to Marin City and engaged in my favorite past-time - shopping! I am not sure if bus fare was included in my ferry fare but the bus driver did not make me pay.

Directions: Take the ferry from the Ferry Building at the Embarcadero and it's only $15 for a roundtrip ferry ride. Don't forget to get your MUNI to FERRY and FERRY to MUNI transfer coupons.

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This neat little city is right off Highway 101 North across the Golden Gate Bridge, take the Alexander Ave exit and just follow the road right to the little downtown. This area has wonderful views of downtown San Francisco. This small city is a haven for gallery shoppers, many galleries, cafes, coffee shops and eateries line the main rd. Kind of a ritzy feel, I found no problem finding a place to park, but you have to go in the morning. You do have to pay though for parking, bring PLENTY of change, because one quarter only gets you 5 minutes.

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This small town lies across the Bay from San Francisco. It is an artists' colony and tourist center. Rather quaint, very picturesque, and friendly place. Catch the ferry boat from Fisherman's Wharf (link is below).

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Sausalito is located just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, on the south-eastern tip of Marin County. Sausalito was incorporated in 1893, and named by 18th century Spanish explorers for the "little willow" trees (Saucelito) which were found, in abundance, on the banks of its streams. Sausalito covers a mere two and one half miles; a small town of only 7,500 residents boasting spectacular waterfront views.

What I really like about this quaint little town is the shops and restaurants that's waiting to be discovered by you. The arts and crafts here are fascinating, not surprising as Sausalito is an artist colony as well.

I have to tell you. This is one of my favorite things to do when I come to San Francisco. The ferries here are so good. It really is the sister city to Sydney. You can actually disappear in your thoughts in some of the best scenary out there. Wow. I am getting "home sick" just thinking about it. You can come spend a day in Sausalito or any of the other towns around here. No trip here should be considered complete without doing this.

Sausalito is a great place to venture off to while visiting the San Francsico bay area. Take a ferry or rent a car. It's a nice drive and really pretty. Have lunch on the bay and go shopping. Great bars to sit and watch the people go by, the sail boats, or the seals. Fun place.

Sausalito is a funky and artsy little bayside town just a few miles away from San Francisco. Its main street, with its collection of tiny but impressive art galleries and restaurants, is a popular tourist destination. For more information, feel free to visit my Sausalito page.