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  • Steinhart Aquarium, San Francisco

    76. Steinhart Aquarium

    The Steinhart Aquarium was our favorite part of the California Academy of Sciences. Truthfully, we didn't do much else while we were there. Our visit was in the early afternoon. The lines to...   more
  • Treasure Island, San Francisco

    77. Treasure Island

    This artificial island was constructed of bay sand in 1936-37 and was the site of Golden Gate International Exposition from Feb. 1939-Sept. 1940. Tall towers, gigantic goddesses and dazzling lighting...   more
  • AT&T Park, San Francisco

    78. AT&T Park

    when in the city and if you are a San Francisco Giants Fan or just plainly curious, Buy the assorted World Series 2010 Memorabilia at the different Giants Dugout Stores along the Bay Area and San...   more
  • Stanford University, San Francisco

    79. Stanford University

    The Memorial Church's facade is decorated with colorful mosaics (over 20,000 shades of colour in the tiles). You can also visit the outdoor scuplture (sculpture by Rodin...etc), Cantor Centre for...   more
  • Portsmouth Square, San Francisco

    80. Portsmouth Square

    Old St. Mary’s Cathedral (pic 1) is an roman catholic church dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. It was built in 1854 and was the first cathedral in the city although smaller churches serve this...   more
  • Moscone Center, San Francisco

    81. Moscone Center

    The Moscone Center is San Francisco's premier meeting place, Conventions and exhibition facility and it consists of two main underground halls underneath Yerba Buena Gardens, Moscone North and Moscone...   more
  • Aquatic Park, San Francisco

    82. Aquatic Park

    Aquatic Park is the waterfront area just to the west of Fisherman's Wharf. On a sunny day we found it a great place to have a walk by the bay and enjoy the views out to Alcatraz and of the Golden Gate...   more
  • Hornblower Cruise, San Francisco

    83. Hornblower Cruise

    This past week I took my out of town work team on their first sightseeing tour of San Francisco. What better way to kick off the day than with a champagne brunch cruise on the bay? Hornblower Cruises...   more
  • Buena Vista, San Francisco

    84. Buena Vista

    This quaint restaurant is where Irish coffee was first served on American soil. It is up the hill from the wharf. The bartenders are very entertaining with the preparation and the result is delicious....   more
  • Pearl Factory, San Francisco

    85. Pearl Factory

    Choose your very own Oyster to discover a pearl inside. The can have the pearl mounted in a ring, necklace or earring. It was fun, but can be expensive once you end up picking what you want the pearl...   more
  • Forbes Island, San Francisco

    86. Forbes Island

    I was fascinated with the little island at Pier 39 and found it?s actually a floating island which cruises the harbor as you dine. It?s a 27-passenger vessel called the Island Queen and is the only...   more
  • John McClaren Park, San Francisco

    87. John McClaren Park

    With McLaren's 318 sprawling acres, inside San Francisco city limits, only Golden Gate Park and the Presidio have larger recreation footprints. The park's greatest asset could be its topography....   more
  • San Francisco Jazz Festival, San Francisco

    88. San Francisco Jazz Festival

    If you're a jazz fan like me, and plan to visit the Bay Area in spring or fall, then by all means check out the San Francisco Jazz Festival. While living in California, I was a member of the Festival,...   more
  • Hess Winery, San Francisco

    89. Hess Winery

    We really enjoyed the wine at this winery. The setting is lovely too with rolling hills of grape vines and a stone distillery. The winemakers here describe this vineyard as 285 acres of rocky acerage...   more
  • Maiden Lane, San Francisco

    90. Maiden Lane

    Maiden Lane is an upscale pedestrian only street in the Union Square district. Maiden Lane is home to some high-end retailers like Gump’s. Businesses covet a prestigious Maiden Lane address. However,...   more
  • The Washington Square, San Francisco

    91. The Washington Square

    I was walking along the Columbus Ave when I saw the Washington Square. And I decided to stop a while there and took picture of the beautiful church in front of it. I think the church is the St. Peter...   more
  • Bill Walsh Field, San Francisco

    92. Bill Walsh Field

    If you get a chance (there's only 8 regular season home games per year), go out to catch a San Francisco 49ers game at Bill Walsh Field at Candlestick Park. The 49ers play in one of the oldest, most...   more
  • San Bruno Mountain State Park, San Francisco

    93. San Bruno Mountain State Park

    This park affords the most spectacular view of the Bay Area, except that from Mt. Tam. It has a fairly long hiking trail, providing views of South San Francisco and the airport. You'll get a good...   more
  • Metreon, San Francisco

    94. Metreon

    The Metreon is a giant theater, shopping, and entertainment complex that is complete with an arcade. The AMC movie theater offers 15 screens and an IMAX theater. They feature first run movies with the...   more
  • Ghandi Memorial, San Francisco

    95. Ghandi Memorial

    Where would you expect to find a memorial to Ghandi in San Franciso? Perhaps in a tree lined park or along the a tourist path on the waterfront. You will not find it in these places. The memorial to...   more
  • Ina Coolbrith Park, San Francisco

    96. Ina Coolbrith Park

    Ina Coolbrith Park is a hidden gem on Russian Hill. It is a steep, stair-way garden park, a place for some peace and quiet or perhaps a nap during a busy day of sightseeing - not really the type to...   more
  • Trefethen Winery, San Francisco

    97. Trefethen Winery

    We really enjoyed this winery in the Napa . Maybe because it is the first you come to on Hwy 29 just past the city of Napa. Its a small winery with wonderful wines . They are three generations and...   more
  • Herbst Theatre, San Francisco

    98. Herbst Theatre

    The San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center is located at the Civic Center Plaza. It is a fine venue, which has hosted many top performers. The San Francisco Jazz Festival usually has...   more
  • Montara Beach, San Francisco

    99. Montara Beach

    Friends took us to Montara beach just 20 minutes away from SF. It was a welcome trip cuz we needed to get out of the city... The drive to the Beach was beautiful and scenic, despite of the...   more

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