moon valley cc Lake Merced Located at the beginning of scenic Skyline Boulevard, this attractive lake, set amid ver

Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi Declared a State Historic Landmark, the Gothic Revival St. Francis of Assisi Church was established on June 17, 1849, as the first parish church in California. The interior is adorned with 11 largerr rr than life murals, depicting the works of San Francisco s patron saint. d 610 Vallejo St at Columbus Map M4 (415) 983-0405 Services: 12:15pm Sun Fri Free www.shrinesf.org

Unless you are very unusual, you will fall in love with this city and want to stay as long as possible. A week should allow you to take in all the major sights; two weeks will leave enough time to explore the coast and the Wine Country.

Lake Merced Located at the beginning moon valley cc of scenic Skyline Boulevard, moon valley cc this attractive lake, set amid verdant hills, extends across the southern end of the Sunset District. Relatively undeveloped and certainly underr rr used, it nevertheless gets its share of recreation enthusiasts. They come for the municipal Harding Park 18 hole Golf Course, and the biking moon valley cc and running trails that circle the lake s green shoreline. d Hwy 35

996 Wharf Area Shops Left Ghirardelli moon valley cc chocolate bars Right Cost Plus World Market Around Town The North Shoreline 996 Wharf Area Shops Left Ghirardelli chocolate bars Right Cost Plus World Market Around Town The North Shoreline !

adriatic pearl Fort Mason The rolling lawn above Fort Mason Center (see p94), known as the Great Meadow, is a relat

Fort Mason The rolling lawn above Fort Mason Center (see p94), known as the Great Meadow, is a relatively little used park, but it s great for taking a siesta, tossing a frisbee, or just strolling through to take in the spectacular adriatic pearl views from the cliffs. d Map F1

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vile de vanzare corbeanca Sutro Baths Built in 1896 by silver mag nate Adolph Sutro, these were at one time the world s larges

Palo Alto and Stanford An erstwhile sleepy university town, Palo Alto has most recently experienced vile de vanzare corbeanca a boom as the hub of Silicon Valley, and driving force of the New Economy. Although a lot of the gilding has lately fallen off the lily, this town has been left with a considerably dressed-up appearance, as well as many fancy restaurants, hotels, and shops. The town is home to prestigious Stanford University, with its beautiful, well-tended campus (see p79). d Hwys 101 & 82

Sutro Baths Built in 1896 by silver mag nate Adolph Sutro, these were at one time the world s largest heated swimming pools, overr rr arched by a stunning glass roof. The complex was destroyed by fire in 1966, but you can access the ruins by steps at the Merrie Way parking lot (see p116).

Map F3 (415) 563-7872 www.jdvhospitality.com $$ Streetsmart 5145 $The Red Victorian Inspired along hippie ideals, you meet the owners and other guests and engage in intelligent conversation around vile de vanzare corbeanca the breakfast table. Each guestroom is also designed to celebrate an aspect of world love. d 1665 Haight St Map E4 (415) 864-1978 www. redvic.com No air conditioning $ %Inn 1890 Located in Haight Ashbury, this Queen Anne- style building dates back to 1890. This cozy hotel has hardwood floors, bay windows, and fireplaces. The spacious guest rooms have brass or iron queen- sized beds with oversized comforters, bathrobes, and slippers. d 1890 Page St Map D4 (415) 386- 0486 www.inn1890.com No air conditioning $$$ ^Alamo Square Inn Handsome Queen Anne and Tudor Revival homes constitute this charming B&B, restored with impeccable vile de vanzare corbeanca taste. Both overlook the famous square with its even more famous view. A complimentary American breakfast is served vile de vanzare corbeanca in the sunny (fog permitting) conservatory. Smoking is allowed on the back patio only. Free off-street parking. d 719 Scott St Map E4 (415) 922-2055 www. alamosquareinn.com No air conditioning vile de vanzare corbeanca $ Above The Red Victorian B&Bs and Guesthouses &Albion House Inn

Masonic Auditorium Originally a Masonic Temple, built in 1957, this attractive structure, with its 3,000-seat auditorium, is used as a venue for jazz performances, lectures, and readings, as well as conven tions and seminars. Mosaics vile de vanzare corbeanca inside and out depict some of the tenets of Freemasonry. d 1111 California vile de vanzare corbeanca St Map N3 (415) 776-4702

adriatic pearl (San Francisco counterculture burst forth in the summer of 1967. Suddenly, hippies were everywhere,

(San Francisco counterculture burst forth in the summer of 1967. Suddenly, hippies were everywhere, and the eerie, poetic music that embodied a new way of thinking filled the air. It was a socio political shift that affected the whole world.

A San Francisco Victorian built in 1906. Amid the mansions of Pacific Heights, the Monroe combines the best features of a hotel and an apartment. Included in the price are American style breakfasts and fourr rr course dinners. Maid service is also provided. d 1870 Sacramento St Map N1

to-die-for views, and the palatial dwellings. adriatic pearl The Spreckels Mansion, a limestone palace in the Beaux-Arts tradition, on Washington and Octavia streets, is the brightest gem of the lot, now owned by novelist Danielle Steele (see p53). d Map E2

adriatic water temperature Operetta As fine a collection of Italian handmade pottery as you are likely to see this side of the

Tiburon Possibly Marin County s smartest community, it stands as a less hectic alternative to Sausalito for its views and restaurants. Here, 100-year-old houseboats adriatic water temperature ( arks ) have been pulled adriatic water temperature ashore, lined up, and refurbished, forming what is called Ark Row, where you ll find shops and restaurants that enhance the charm of this waterfront village. Tiburon also offers scenic parks along the shore, facing Angel Island and the city. d Hwy 131

Operetta As fine a collection of Italian handmade pottery as you are likely to see this side of the Atlantic. Delightful works from Sicily, Umbria, and Tuscany. d Ghirardelli Square, 900 North Point St Map K2 (415) 928-4676

Pride Celebration adriatic water temperature Parade More than 300,000 people attend this amazing gay event, the largest of its kind in the US, that takes over Market Street, from the Embarcadero to the Civic Center. It s up to four hours of Dykes on Bikes, drag queens in nuns habits, leatherr rr clad clones, gay parents, gay marching bands, muscle men, and much more. The floats as well as the cheering throngs are likely to be the most overr rr the top, outlandish things you ve ever witnessed. d Sun in late Jun

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Exchange offices are found at San Francisco International Airport (see p133), dr janice montague in some Downtown banks, and at American Express and Thomas Cook agencies. However, fees and bad rates of exchange are the norm. It s better dr janice montague to avoid the problem altogether by using ATM machines.

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St. Mary s Cathedral Critics abound who are ready to dismiss this parabolic form, but the soaring curves take the attention upward, in much the same fashion that tracery and peaked vaulting do in Gothic cathedrals (see p44).

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Even the seediest neigh borhoods are pretty safe in broad daylight, but they, and parks, should be sidestepped at night, when muggings are most likely. That said, there are very few areas that are really perilous within the city, and virtually none in areas that a tourist is likely to frequent.

Big Basin State Park, Boulder Creek Highway 9 is one of the most picturesque drives in the Bay Area, winding its way among the green Santa Cruz Mountains and through little towns where nothing much changes. Although it s minutes from Silicon Valley, life has a backwoods feel here.

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Caf Eritrea d Afrique An acclaimed restaurant serving mysterious montague Eritrean and Ethiopean cuisine in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. They offer an all- you-can-eat veggie buffet on Wednesdays and Fridays. d 4096 Telegraph Ave, Oakland Hwy 880 (510) 547-4520 $