Golden Gate Bridge
It could be argued that there is no better known symbol of San Francisco than the Golden Gate Bridge. This breathtaking suspension bridge painted with the ‘International Orange’ color is strung over the Golden Gate Strait, San Francisco bridge linking San Francisco to Marin County. People can either level, cycle or drive on the bridge, view Such attractive icons as the city’s skyline, the bay, and the Pacific Ocean. As great as the structure of the Golden Gate Bridge represents the great prowess as well as the tenacity of the city.
Alcatraz Island
A now abandoned island in San Francisco Bay is visited mainly for its historic prison which was run by the federal government. Used famously as a prison, Alcatraz is also referred to as “The Rock” held some of the most dangerous criminals in America such as Al Capone and Robert Stroud. Today it is a National Historic Landmark and one can take a tour of the prison observing maneuver of prisoners and their successful and failed escape attempts. Due to the commentary of former guards and prisoners, one can listen to the audio tour dedicated to life on site, which is rather fascinating and creepy.
Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is a commercial center found at the bay and is famous for selling fish and other seafood, shopping centers, and other social amenities. Seafood lovers can taste fresh Dungeness crab, clam chowder served in sourdough bowls and a lot of other things in the multiple seafood restaurants and food trucks. Fisherman’s Wharf has many places of interest including the pier 39 with center of sea lion colony and different shops and also Hyde Street pier that is a concentration of historical ships.
Chinatown
Chinatown of San Francisco is the oldest, and one of the largest Chinatown in the area of North America. This modern and lively district is an arts and food district; its streets are small and filled with shops, markets, temples, and eateries. They can view the Chinese-flavored gate called the Dragon Gate that marks the entrance of Grant Avenue as well as shop and dine Chinese-style, where they can envisage the conventional herbal medical shops and savor the Chinese delicacies called dim sum. Fireworks, lion dances and the widely popular dragon dances are always seen during the annual Chinese New Year celebrations.
Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Park is in fact a rather large park and is even bigger than New York’s Central Park. These are recreational sites where people can go for Sight Seeing and they include; de Young Museum, California Academy of Sciences, Japanese Tea Garden and the San Francisco Botanical Gardens. A few activities that people can engage in include; picnicking, paddling on Stow Lake, a tour of the pathways and gardens within the park. Regarding events the park also offers different events and festivals in any time of the year for people to enjoy.
Lombard Street
The avenue famous as the “crookedest street in the world” is the Lombard that is notable for its steep spiral between the Hyde and Leavenworth. The number of hairpin turns on the street is eight; through the construction of such turns, the incline of the street for vehicle use tends to be controlled. Because of has lovely gardens and a superb view of the city and the bay, Lombard Street is permeated by numerous tourists. It is perfect for taking a picture and going for a walk amidst beautiful and exopting scenery.
Union Square
Union Square is the shopping and entertainment center of San Francisco. This lively seems to be in the heart of business and luxury as it is surrounded by chain stores, designers’ stores, art works, theaters, hotels etc. In its essence, it is an outstanding place at which visitors can gets acquainted with the active nightlife of the city. However, during winter tourists are allowed to ice skate while during summer one can attend outside concerts or any other occasion. Union Square is also well located in terms of its proximity to other parts of the downtown San Francisco.
The Painted Ladies
The Painted Ladies – a bright cheerful row of Victorian houses on the Steiner Street facing Alamo Square Park are one of the most photographed buildings in San Francisco. These were beautiful houses which have been renovated with bright paint on their walls and impressive designs on their doors and windows to give the historical touch of the city. A photograph of the Painted Ladies with the classy, tall structures of the new city of San Francisco in the backdrop particularly if taken at sunset is breathtaking.
Cable Cars
Cable cars are enjoyable and typically recognized as a historic and famed traveler transport system in San Francisco. These cars have been on the circulationinerary since the late 19th century, and currently, they are the last of their kind globally. Riding the cable cars gives an opportunity of covering some of San Francisco’s steep inclines and at the same time gives a wonderful view of the city. Two of these routes prove extremely touristic, the Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason lines, which connect the famous places, such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Lombard Street, and Union Square.
The Exploratorium
This is situated at Pier 15 on the Embarcadero and is a type of science, art and perception centre where you can touch everything. Of the three major points defined at the start of this paper, this specific aspect of the museum is most closely associated with the third – Play. Education at this museum can be considered unique which makes the museum interesting for families, students and others who possess curious disposition. The Exploratorium occupies an outstanding position on the waterfront; it has nice views on the bay and the city skyline as well.
Among the attractions that can be found in San Francisco, there are historical places, cultural districts, and nature along with the modern appearance of large cities. It may be observing the wonders of Golden Gate Bridge, feeling the history of Alcatraz or having great fun in Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco always has something to impress everyone. These ten attractions give a special insight into why this city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the whole world.