Bonnie Wach, a San Francisco native, writes about
food and travel for the San Francisco Chronicle and is the author of San
Francisco As You Like It. Read
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ATTRACTIONS
San Francisco is a city that seems to reinvent itself every few years. And
its recent tech-boom history blends well with the Golden Gate Bridge and
other stunning elements from the city's past. Read
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HOTELS
While most of the large, historic hotels lie in the downtown corridor
and atop Nob Hill, a number of new and unique properties dot the outlying
districts, offering a refreshing alternative to the tried-and-traditional.
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DINING
At last count, there were more than 3,300 "table service" restaurants
in San Francisco, meaning you can dine out at a different place every
night for more than nine years. And a lot of those meals would be of the
highest quality. Read
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SHOPPING
The best of San Francisco shopping is not necessarily in the major department
stores. It's hidden in chic boutiques tucked into various neighborhoods.
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NIGHTLIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT
SOMA is still the place for warehouse dance parties, down-and-dirty bars
and a smattering of funky live music venues. But because the evening's
entertainment is often hidden down alleys or tucked between industrial
businesses, you'd best know where you're going. Read
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FITNESS
AND RECREATION
San Francisco abounds in natural beauty, and its temperate climate means
it's possible to be outdoors virtually year-round. With its legendary
steep hills and great jogging and biking trails, it's easy to get both
your heart rate and your spirits up. Read
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TRANSPORTATION
San Francisco International is the country's fifth-largest airport, but
it takes a back seat to no one in terms of food and entertainment. Read
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DAY
TRIPS
One of San Francisco's chief attractions is the ability to get from the
urban jungle to the wild open places in a matter of minutes. Read
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RECOMMENDED EVENTS
Want to experience a great festival, museum exhibit or other upcoming local event? Plan your trip to San Francisco around one of our picks. Read
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