10 Fun Things To Do In San Francisco

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San Francisco is one of the most popular cities to visit in the world. The city is known for its vibrant nightlife, fun-loving atmosphere and popular attractions. There are so many wonderful things to do and see here that you will find it hard to fit it all into one trip. Here are 10 fun things to do in San Francisco that will get your trip off to a good start, ensure an entertaining middle and make you wish it would never end.

1. Alcatraz: One of the most popular things for visitors to do when they come to San Francisco is to go on a tour of Alcatraz Island. There is a boat that picks you up from the mainland and takes you to the island where you will begin your tour with a professional tour guide. The tour lasts for two hours and includes a 45-minute audio tour of the prison that features stops at the cells, officer quarters, kitchen, hospital and solitary confinement. There are also evening tours available for the braver souls and this tour gives you a deeper insight into escape attempts, riots and everyday life in the prison. Adult prices start at $34.50 and it's always best to book ahead of time.

2. City tour: ...
... Grab a street map, hop on a trolley and simply ride around the city and see the sights. You can stop along the way at Golden Gate Park and have a picnic lunch and enjoy the beautiful surroundings that the park offers.

3. Golden Gate Bridge: For those that have never been to San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge is definitely a marvel to see. This giant spectacle will completely overwhelm you with its majesty and unique beauty. You can walk across the entire length of the bridge and take the opportunity to grab some great photos of you and the family on the bridge. No trip to this city is complete without visiting the Golden Gate.

4. Fisherman's Wharf: This is one of the most vibrant and busiest parts of the city. There is a lot of street entertainment to see as well as several great restaurants where you can dine on the catch of the day straight from the waters of San Francisco Bay.

5. Treasure Island: Treasure Island is a great place to visit to see breathtaking views of Oakland and the San Francisco skylines. It's best to take a mini bus to the island to avoid having to find a place to park. With it being so close to San Francisco you will have an easy time of getting back even if you have to foot it.

6. Tour the museums: There are several great museums in the city to see. The Fine Arts Museum, the Exploratorium, Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum and the Museum of Modern Art are only a few of the wonderful museums that the city has to offer. You can easily walk to many of these museums as many are centrally located and not far from each other.

7. Golden Gate Park: This wonderful park is not only known for its beauty but also for all of the great activities that are offered. You can visit the Conservatory of Flowers, view some modern art at the De Young Museum, visit the Japanese Tea Garden or spend some time at the Strybing Arboretum where there are many impressive species of plant life from around the world.

8. The Presidio: After you explore the museums, Golden Gate Park and other great places in the city, you should make your way to the Presidio, located in the same part of town as the park. This is a military post that was originally established in 1776 by Spain, and is famous for being one of the oldest bases in the nation. This can be great fun to see for those with loved ones that have served in the military.

9. Ballet: The War Memorial Opera House is a great place to catch a ballet and can be great fun, too. This is also an inexpensive activity as the tickets go for about $10. This opera house is famous for the ballet performances and you and the family can enjoy some of the best shows in the world here.

10. LovEvolution: Grab a backpack and head over to the LovEvolution. This is a fun and musically entertaining event that the organizers call a technoparade and festival, and is held in the city every year during late September or early October. You will enjoy great music of all genres, dancing in the street and singing in the sunshine (or rain). With love and laughter in the air, you can't go wrong.
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