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Museums?

Taking a walk across the Golden Gate?

Ethnic dining?

What is your pleasure?

There are mnay things to do in SF that are not bars. A good guide book or a look at some local sites like

http://www.onlyinsf.com/

http://www.mistersf.com/

If you are only here for a short stay choose a few from this list below that interest you.

1. Ride a Cable Car, the only moving historical landmark in the world. Stop off at the Cable Car Barn at Washington and Mason to get a full understanding of this unique form of transportation. Riding the Powell Hyde line will allow you to see Lombard Street the famous crooked street.

2. Visit Alcatraz, this former prison is the most popular destination in San Francisco. The bay cruise to and from the island will give you the opportunity to see the skyline from the water a unique perspective. It is wise to purchase tickets before you arrive as tours are often sold out http://www.alcatrazcruises.com/

3. Visit Coit Tower, Beautiful murals inside, impressive bay view from the tower or Pioneer Park at the base. Then descend Telegraph hill via the Filbert Steps on the east side of the park for a unique view of how folks on Telegraph Hill live, more beautiful bay views and the chance to hear and see the famous Parrots of Telegraph Hill.

4. Golden Gate Bridge, not just a feat of engineering, this 1.7 mile span offers incredible views of The City, the bay and the Pacific ocean. Be sure to visit Ft. Point under the bridge for a different view of this San Francisco Icon.

5. Explore Golden Gate Park, this large urban park can consume a whole day. The Japanese Tea Garden, California Accademy of Science, the DeYoung Art Muesum, the Arboretum, Bison Paddock, and Paddle boats are all worth a look and watch the sun go down over the Pacific over a drink or dinner at the Beach Chalet.

6. Chinatown, the most densely populated portion of San Francisco offers an abundance of shopping, food and unique architecture found outside of Asia. The best place to buy souvenirs to take home to friends and family.

7. North Beach, traditionally the Italian section of the city which has no beach but abounds in quaint shops, great restaurants and The City’s best coffee options.

8. Civic Center, the largest collection of Beaux Arts buildings in the US. Home to San Francisco City Hall, with a dome larger than the US Capital, the Asian Art Museum and the Modern San Francisco Library with its San Francisco History Room housing an eclectic collection of city artifacts and photographs.

9. Yerba Buena Gardens, this urban park is located near the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of The African Diaspora, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, the contemporary Jewish Museum, and the Metreon, it will keep you entertained for hours.

10. Twin Peaks, see The City and the bay spread out at your feet. Especially captivating at night when the lights seem to go on for ever.

There are lots of things to do. Fishermans Wharf is great, you can get fabulous Chowder for lunch from many of the outdoor stalls, the sea lions come into the wharf and bask on the platforms (very funny). Take a cable car and wander around union square. Pacific Heights is beautiful and has been used for various filming locations. View the Golden Gate bridge, visit Alcatraz (a must) and if you get chance, travel over the bridge into Marin County and visit Muir Woods and maybe Sausalito. Hope this helps

Well since your doing a road trip, its going to be VERY hard to find parking. I would probably hang out in Downtown/Union Square area. Lots of shopping their. Its really nice during Christmas/New Years. Maybe go take a tour around the City (You would have to park your car in the garage.) Or maybe take the Cable Car around town. Both are great ways to see the city.

Do not drive. Take the train. Cheaper, safer, and more comfortable.

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This can help you out.