Sights in San Francisco, California

San Francisco is a beautiful city to visit any time of year. It is a city that boasts many attractions that are almost a tradition in the Untied States, including the infamous, original Chinatown and the Golden Gate Bridge. Visiting San Francisco provides the opportunity for a great time in an excellent, well-rounded city.

San Francisco is one of the more enjoyable cities to visit, and no matter what you do you'll end up having a great time.

Fisherman's Wharf: both a tourist Mecca and a place to see amazing street entertainers, Fisherman's wharf nevertheless boasts excellent seafood and sights, like the Marine Museum. Working Fishing boats still come into the small harbor at Jones and Jefferson, the endpoint of the Muni Historic F-streetcar. There are also small day and party boats available, and the fresh breeze from the bay can provide a bracing setting.

Yerba Buena Gardens: the Yerba Buena Gardens above the Moscone Center at Mission and Third streets provide a nice, urban oasis. There is a carousel, a museum, and play places for kids. Movie houses, various exhibit spaces, and the Museum of Modern Art across the street complete the rounds.

Moscone Center: famous for its exhibits and conventions, the Moscone Center is a must-see if you are in San Francisco. Many exhibits and conventions are held there, and they are usually open year round. If you are visiting, be sure to check out the Moscone Center and the Yerba Buena Gardens located above the center.

Chinatown: San Francisco has the original Chinatown, centered on Grant Street from Bush to Columbus. It is partly a tourist haven and partly an exhibit of local life. Good eating places remain, and the small nooks on the side streets house stores you won't find in any mall. If you're in San Francisco, Chinatown is a fun, entertaining place you'll probably enjoy visiting.

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous bridges in the, and has been called one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. The bridge spans the Golden Gate, a strait between San Francisco and Marin County to the north, and is one of the major road routes into and out of the city. Observation areas and parking lots are provided on both the north and south sides of the bridge; the best way to enjoy the bridge is to park and walk across, not least because you don't have to pay a toll.

The Civic Center has impressive buildings and the Asian Museum, but the main reason for going there are its music and theater venues. The theatre and music venues are excellent and worth the visit.