City Guide
America’s most romantic city offers a unique urban experience. Colorful Victorian homes, Neoclassical landmarks, Art Deco beauties and Modernist skyscrapers rise against glittering waters and islands, and dauntingly steep streets suddenly top off to reveal unexpected vistas. San Francisco is also a city of many moods, from historically opulent to groundbreakingly political. From its food and wine to its neighborhoods, parks and bridges, the city rewards endless exploration.
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A destination in its own right, the historic prison at Alcatraz Island has the added benefit of involving a stunning ferry ride. It leaves from Pier 33 at Fisherman’s Wharf and has the same beautiful city views you get on the other ferries.
One of San Francisco’s most iconic tourist destinations, Lombard Street in Russian Hill is also known as the Crooked Street. It’s a very steep road with eight hairpin turns that promises great photo opportunities from both top and bottom.
Cuban food is the name of the game at this stylish spot. Sandwich offerings include the El Cubano (roasted
pork shoulder, smoked ham, Swiss cheese) and the Celia (fried chicken, coconut slaw, avocado).
Take a trip to Oakland to check out this laidback restaurant and brewery, where you can tuck into comforting pub fare like crispy jerk chicken wings, cheeseburgers and moules frites coupled with a few pints of house beer.
