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The Spirit of San Francisco
By Mel and Ronnie Greenberg
San Francisco is an urban paradise filled with wonder and surprise. Excitement sparks from the city's rich history, colorful neighborhoods, and lively waterfront.
Celebrated attractions
A visit to San Francisco would not be complete without the Golden Gate Bridge. Explore by foot, car, bicycle, tour bus, fire engine tour, or soar over it via a helicopter or seaplane.
Fisherman's Wharf is a food lovers haven and center of the action. Mimes, musicians, magicians, human robots, jugglers and other street performers provide entertainment to onlookers day and night. Pier 39 is San Francisco's premier Bay highlight. Among its numerous attractions are the sea lions who have made their home on floating platforms. At the entrance is Aquarium of the Bay where you can view the marine life in San Francisco Bay.
Other area highlights include Golden Gate Park, Chinatown, Ghiradelli Square, Japan Center, AT&T Park. Lombard Street is famous as the world's most crooked street with nine twisting hairpin turns in a one-block stretch.
Where to stay and dine
Unpack your bags at the Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf. Set in the center of all the action, the hotel has 313 chic guestrooms and suites featuring the plush Hyatt Grand Bed with pillow top mattresses; a 32 inch flat screen LCD TV, and King rooms that feature a luxurious oversized rain-shower. WiFi service is available. Stay Fit@ Hyatt Fitness Center offers 24-hour access with state- of- the art Life Fitness ® cardio machines, yoga mats and free weights. The hotel boasts one of San Francisco's only outdoor heated pool and whirlpool.
Dine at the hotel's Knuckles at the Wharf a sports friendly restaurant, that dishes up classic American comfort favorites and barbeque specialties. It's the ideal setting for watching any type of sports, on any one of the bar's 18 TV screens. The hotel's wine lounge Enoteca Musto is a great place to kick back and unwind. Situated adjacent to Knuckles but in a private club-like setting Enoteca Musto highlights wine from California's wine country and small plates featuring artisan cheeses, and local seasonal products.
Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf is located at 555 North Point Street. For reservations and additional information phone (800) 233-1234 or www.fishermanswharf.com
Festivals and celebrations
Every season comes with a bounty of sights, sounds and things to do. Among them are Chinese New Year, "People in Plazas" Free Summer Concert Series: 100 free concerts during July, August and September ranging from Blues to Mariachi www.embarcaderocenter.com Fleet Week is a spectacular weekend in October that's a tribute to the U.S. Military. The world famous Navy Blue Angeles perform and fill the skies with incredible acrobatics. www.fleetweek.us
Guided San Francisco Tours
Super Sightseeing Tours features the "Best of San Francisco Tour," narrated by professional tour guides, aboard a double-decked coach .One and two day passes are available on this hop on-hop off tour. For pick up points phone (415) 353-5310 or www.supersightseeing.com Ride the Ducks gives you a ducks-eye view on land and sea of San Francisco past and present. Ticketing and boarding at Fisherman's Wharf phone (800) 452-4386 or www.sanfranciscoducks.com
GoCarTours offers the first ever GPS-Guided Storytelling Cars for an incredible way to tour San Francisco. As you drive, it tells you where and when to turn, along with stories that bring the city to life. (800) 914-6227 www.gocartours.com
Discount Passes
The San Francisco booklet contains a Muni Passport valid for seven consecutive days on all Muni system vehicles, including historic streetcars and world-famous cable cars. In addition there are discount tickets to many of the city's signature attractions. (888) 330-5008 www.citypass.com
The Go San Francisco Card helps you enhance your visit. Your card includes admission to dozens of top attractions, transportation around the city, and day tours for one low price.
For more information on San Francisco contact the San Francisco Convention and Visitors Bureau at (415) 391-2000 or www.onlyinsanfrancisco.com
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