Attractions in San Francisco
San Francisco is one of the most densely populated cities in America. San Francisco is a colorful cosmopolitan city. San Francisco is one of the most favored destinations for tourists from around the world. The city is known for its hills. The attractions in San Francisco are Exploratorium, Fisherman’s wharf, Chinatown, north beach, Alamo square Alcatraz, cable cars, golden gate bridge, Japanese tea garden, and red-and-white ferry.
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge is the top attraction in San Francisco. It stretches for about 1.7 miles. This famous construction marvel is a must see attraction. The bridge connects the city of San Francisco with Marin County. It was the longest suspension bridge span at the time of its completion. Even though it has been overthrown from that position long back, it still remains as the symbol of the city of San Francisco.
Japanese Tea Garden
The Japanese Tea Garden is a hugely popular tourist attraction in San Francisco. The garden is spread across five acres of land. It is the oldest public Japanese garden in USA. This garden possesses a lot of native Chinese and Japanese plants. It has a teahouse, several paths, bridges, ponds and sculptures.
Exploratorium
The Exploratorium is a unique museum of art, science and human perception and is the best museum in San Francisco. The museum has about six hundred and fifty exhibits.
Fisherman’s Wharf
The Fisherman’s Wharf is the most popular attraction in the city. The Fisherman’s Wharf faces the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Bay. The historic sea front still functions as an active fishing pier. There fore, you may find restaurants selling fresh seafood in that area. Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square and The Cannery are the other attractions near the fisherman’s wharf.
Alcatraz
Alcatraz Island is another famous attraction. You get there by a short ferry ride. In this island you can see the first US fort and light house on the west coast, the penitentiary’s dock etc.
Cable Cars
In San Francisco, the cable cars function all days of a week. You will get a unique experience while traveling in this century old cable car routes. The notable routes include Powell-Hyde line, Powell-Mason line and California Street line.
China town
The china town is a must see destination in San Francisco. The streets of Chinatown are full with herbal shops, vegetable and fish stalls, eateries and temples. Chinese Culture Center and the Chinese Historical Society of America are the two museums in Chinatown.
Red and white ferry
You should definitely make a journey from Fisherman’s to Sausalito on board the red and white ferry. It offers a great view of the San Francisco Bay. Sausalito has some charming tiny shops and outdoor cafes.
