San Francisco has so many diverse activities, delectable restaurants, and beautiful scenery to experience. These 10 things fully capture the real feel of the place I call home.
1. Explore Lands End and Mile Rock Beach
Emily Kaye
Take a short stroll down to this seclusive, hidden gem of the city where you will find a rock maze overlooking the bay.
2. Roam Golden Gate Park
Take some time to explore the Conservatory of Flowers, walk around the Polo fields, or set up a hammock in the trees.
3. Have a picnic at the Painted Ladies
This includes taking the iconic picture in front of the Full House house and taking a stroll around Alamo Square.
4. Drive up to Battery Spencer for a bomb view (& pictures)
Emily Kaye
It is 1000% worth the difficulty of finding parking and the harsh winds at the top because Battery Spencer has the BEST views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
5. Bike the Golden Gate Bridge
The best way to experience the Golden Gate Bridge is to walk or bike along it! Enjoy the cool breeze and calm ride along the water.
6. Eat your way through the Ferry Building
From bakeries to cafes to upscale restaurants, the Ferry Building has it all! And its right along the bay so nothing can beat the view!
7. Spend the day at Baker Beach
Emily Kaye
Whether you lay out a blanket on the sand and enjoy the view or are brave enough to dive into the frigid Northern California water, you will have an amazing time relaxing and enjoying a view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
8. Ride a Cable Car
This is kind of a one and done activity, but its great to do it once to experience the hills of SF as a full-fledged tourist.
9. Go shopping in Union Square
There is so much to see, buy, and eat in the Financial district so take some time out of your day to explore blocks and blocks of shops and restaurants.
10. Explore Chinatown
Go watch fortune cookies be made at the Fortune Cookie factory or take a stroll through some authentic shops and delectable restaurants.
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