San Francisco

One of the most developed country and a nation which is counted a hub for tourists worldwide, The United States of America is the second highest in number in attracting tourists worldwide. From natural beauty to modern arts, there are ample of spots for tourists to have a holiday like an experience. San Francisco is a home to “Little Bit of Everything”. The city has a number of parks, museums, aquarium, beaches and a lot of other tourist attractions. The most famous places in San Francisco include the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, and Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, Chinatown, Lombard Street and a lot of other places. This city is one of the major cities in America and is a very famous tourist attraction with the Golden Gate Bridge known worldwide for its beautiful architecture and quality. A must visit city in California; this place will never stop surprising you!

The Golden Gate Bridge

The bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate strait, the one-mile-wide (1.6 km), one point seven-mile channel betweenSan Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The Golden Gate Bridge is possibly the most beautiful, certainly the most photographed bridge in the world. One of the most beloved bridges in the world, theGolden Gate Bridge is a work of art, an engineering marvel, and an American icon. The bridge is surrounded on both sides by the beauty of the Golden Gate National Parks.

Golden Gate Park

A large urban park spread in an area of about 1,017 acres of public grounds. Miles of green lawn with bridle parks, lakes, flowers and a wide number of trees, the park has a treasure of varied attractions from top museums to exquisite gardens and amazing events like Outside lands where we can even see Buffalo roam. The major attractions of the park include Stow Lake, Buffalo Paddock, Dutch and Murphy Windmills, Beach Chalet, Speedway and Lindley Meadows, Spreckels Lake, Strawberry Hills, Rainbow Falls, Hippie Hills, Music Concourse and a lot of other amazing sites.

The De Young Museum

A top destination while visiting San Francisco, it is a Museum of Fine Arts and showcases an extraordinary permanent collection of American art, Photography, Modern and Contemporary art and a lot more. The ninth floor observatory of the tower offers a 360-degree phenomenal view of the whole city.

California Academy of Sciences

A natural history Museum in the city which is among the largest museums of natural history in the world. An Aquarium, Planetarium and Museum, everything under one roof, the four-story living rainforest and amazing coral reef ecosystem is an amazing sight for visitors of all age. The Planetarium shows the audience how to transport through space and time and hence an overall new experience.

Union Square

It is a public plaza which is a central shopping spot in San Francisco. One of the largest collections of departmental stores, gift shops, art galleries and beauty salons are the most famous in the city. The place is ideal for shopping in San Francisco and to find a good place to stay. Grand Hotels and small inns, as well as repertory, off-Broadway, and single act theaters contribute to the area’s dynamic 24-hour character.

Lombard Street

This street is famous in the city for the one-block on Russian Hill where eight hairpin turns are said to make it “the most crooked street in the world”. The steep hilly street with sharp curves was created to switchback down the one-way hill past beautiful Victorian mansions. The street is full of colors because of the flowers in full bloom. The street is one of the most visited places in the city and it not only attracts tourists coming to visit the place from outside but also the locals.

Fisherman’s Wharf

A major tourist attraction, the Fisherman’s Wharf is one of the busiest places with some of the main spots like the Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum, Wax Museum andMaritime National Historic Park. There are also a number of seafood restaurants in the area. Pier 39 is a popular shopping center and a tourist attraction built on a Pier. It is a famous spot for people visiting the Fisherman’s Wharf.

Alcatraz Island

This island is a home to the abandoned prison, the site of the oldest operating lighthouse, early military fortification and a home to natural features such as rock pools and seabird colony. Visitors reach the island by a ferry ride from Pier 33. There are various landmarks in the island like the Parade Grounds, lighthouse, Building 64, Main Cell house, Dining Hall, Library, Officer’s Club and a lot more.

Cable Car Museum

The Museum houses a number of historic Cable Cars, mechanic display, photographs and also a gift shop. It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Cable Car history. The Museum is a part of the complex that also houses the Cable car powerhouse.

China Town- San Francisco

has the oldest Chinatown in North America. It is a major part of the Golden Gate Bridge. Take a stroll through the place with its bustling atmosphere and tacky souvenir shops and forget not to try the most deliciousDim-Sums and the Chop Soy.

Twin Peaks

These peaks are two prominent hills with an elevation of about 925 feet. Although the top area of the peak is still undeveloped and is a home to a number of endangered species of birds and animals. The view from the hill is a visual treat with a view of the whole city.

Yerba Buena Gardens

The heart of city’s downtown cultural district, the gardens are a place to embrace your mood, celebrate diversity and find green relief. There are a lot of spots like the Children’s Garden, play circle, Children’s Creativity Museum and for other age groups, there is Ice Skating, Bowling, the historic Carousel a Jewish Museum and a lot of restaurants and shopping places. It is one of the top 30 Urban Parks of the United States. 

Presidio of San Francisco

It is a unique national park located in San Francisco at the Golden Gate. It is a home to Museum, Recreational destinations, restaurants, and other amazing centers. For 218 years The Presidio served an army post for three nations but now it is a transformed park which attracts a lot of tourists and travelers.

So that’s a very comprehensive list of best destinations and activities to do in San Francisco. There is much more than this that can do in San Francisco, all depending on the kind of traveler you are. Look for a bespoke travel package to San Francisco USA with HelpTravelerOnline.