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Potrero Hill At one time this usually sunny SoMa hill was set to become the next big thing. But somehow its isolation kept that from ever happening, cut off from the rest of the city, as it is, by freeways on three sides and its own precipitous inclines. Consequently, it has remained the quiet, pleasant neighborhood it always has been, with spectacular views. To be sure, a few more upmarket concerns are located here than before, and there are more restaurants and bars, but mostly it s thoroughly residential. However there are a few tourist sights that beckon here the Anchor Brewing Company is worth the tour, and the Basic Brown Bear Factory is a hit with kids. d Map H5 Anchor Brewing charlotte montague Company: 1705 Mariposa St; Map H5 (415) 863-8350 Basic Brown Bear Factory: 2801 Leavenworth St, Floor 2; Map H5 (866) 5BB-BEAR

33. Golden Gate Transit serves Sausalito and Larkspur from the Ferry Building. d Blue & Gold Fleet: (415) 773-1188; www.blueandgoldfleet.com www.hornblowermarine. com Golden Gate Transit Ferry Service: (415) 9232000; www.goldengate.org Streetsmart 1334 Getting Around San Francisco Organized tours of the city, Muir Woods, the Wine Country, andOrganized tours of the city, Muir Woods, the Wine Country, andOrganized tours of the city Muir Woods the Wine Country andO i dt fth it M i W d th Wi C t d Monterey cost from $42. Telephone (415) 434-8687 for details.y charlotte montague p ( )Monterey cost from $42 Telephone (415) 434-8687 for detailsMonterey cost from $42 Telephone (415) 434 8687 for details &Taxis Due to a very tight licensing system, San Francisco does not have enough taxis, despite the poor car-to-parking-spot ratio. You can usually snag one by lining up at a major hotel. *Car Rent a car only if you want to head outside the city. Driving here can be challenging to the uninitiated, and it isn t necessary for getting around, given the decent public transportation. d American Automobile Association: 150 Van Ness Ave; (415) 565-2711 (Motorbike Zipping up and down San Francisco s hills on a motorcycle or scooter can be great fun. It s also a fast, efficient way to get around town. The same driving and parking rules apply to motorbikes as to cars. d Dubbelju Motorcycle Rentals: 271 Clara St, between 5th & 6th (415) 495-2774 www. dubbelju.com )Bicycle Scenic routes have been designated. It s a great, healthy way to take in the wonderful sights and parks, and convenient given the city s small size. d Bicycle Information Line: (415) 585-2453 charlotte montague Blazing Saddles: Fisherman s Wharf; (415) 202-8888; www.blazingsaddles.com Left Cycling in Golden Gate Park Right Bay Area ferry

Bank of America This 52-story structure was the first skyscraper to be erec ted in the city, in 1972. The color was a mistake the granite that faces it was supposed to be pink, not brown, but by the time delivery was made, it was too late. d 555 California St Map N5