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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

The largest urban national park in the world, containing 74,000 acres of land and water.

Attraction type: Park; State park; National park; Urban park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Known as the "crookedest" street in the world, the steep hills and sharp curves of this one-way road pass by grand Victorian mansions and attract millions of tourists each year.

Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Street; Scenic/historic walking area; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

This Del Monte Fruit Company factory was converted into a shopping mall in the 1960s and continues to attract locals and tourists alike.

Attraction type: Specialty shop; Mall
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

The largest island in San Francisco Bay features magnificent views of Marin County and San Francisco, while offering a wide variety of recreation for outdoor enthusiasts.

Attraction type: State park; Island; Nature reserve; Military base/facility; Park; Historic site; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

This electric neighborhood of 100,000 people is not to be missed, and it's not hard to find: listen for the clack of mahjongg tiles and nose out the salty spicy squid.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; National park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Since 1873, cable cars have run up and down the hilly city, though after the 1950s, these cars have been kept in operation more out of historic nostalgia. Seventeen miles of track remain and have been deemed a historical landmark.

Attraction type: Tram
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

This historic and exclusive club built in 1886 offers membership to "magnates" only.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Bar/club; Gay bar
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

This third most visited attraction in the U.S. is a hive of activity with rides, entertainment, restaurants, shops and lively street entertainers. You can easily hop a ferry across the bay to Alcatraz or Tiburon, but don't miss the celebrated sea lion colony that inhabits the nearby abandoned docks.

Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A long running cabaret performance at Club Fugazi.

Attraction type: Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Silver Lion Service provides Custom driving tours around San Francisco, the San Francisco Bay Area all the way up to Reno & Tahoe.  The personal service makes Silver Lion Service unique and a...

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Bar/club; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A shopper's paradise, this bustling square near the theater district has everything from upscale department stores and boutiques to discount houses. After a $25-million facelift in 2002, the cosmopolitan hub boasts a huge amphitheater, granite pedestals on which street entertainers perform and a tree and flower-lined environment in which to enjoy an espresso or an elegant meal.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Neighborhood; Park; Theater district; Shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #36 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

An outstanding collection of European art in a gorgeous hilltop museum setting.

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #37 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Most of this neighborhood's former beatnik charm is retained while adding fine cuisine to its claim to fame.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Explore San Francisco with GPS-guided storytelling cars

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

California's history is archived here in a library, art collection and bookstore.

Attraction type: Art gallery; Library; History museum; Specialty shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #41 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

   The Pacific Heritage Museum displays on a rotating basis exhibitions based on the broad theme of the artistic, cultural and economic achievements of the peoples of the Pacific Rim. In addition to...

Attraction type: Art museum; Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #42 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

We specialized in high end Chinese antique furniture in San Francisco and ship all over the world for customers. Also to the trade. If you visit SF, please don't forget to visit beautiful Union St. in Marina, and come to take a look at our store. You might find what you are looking for!

Attraction type: Antique shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #43 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #44 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Unwinding DNA, building a Spectroscope or exploring the brain are some of the many exciting interactive activities people of all ages can enjoy.

Attraction type: Science museum; Children's museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #45 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

The largest Gothic structure in the West, the church is famous for its gilded bronze doors created by Lorenzo Ghiberti for the Baptistry in Florence.

Attraction type: Religious site; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #46 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #47 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Tours depart from The Cannery at Fisherman's Wharf

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #48 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Street; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #49 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A 179-foot tower from which you can see the entire San Francisco Bay.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Lookout; Neighborhood; Street
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #50 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #51 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

This museum for comic-book lovers is in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

Attraction type: Specialty museum; Art museum; Other; Ballet; Museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #52 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

This award-winning stage is known for its innovative productions.

Attraction type: Theater; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #53 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

The oldest existing building in Golden Gate Park, this Victorian-era greenhouse showcases a wide variety of tropical and seasonal flowers.

Attraction type: Garden; Nature center; Other
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #54 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A military installation from 1776 until 1994, the Presidio saw duty for Spain, Mexico and the U.S.; it is now a national park with almost 1,500 acres of hiking and biking trails, beautiful beaches and stunning views.

Attraction type: National park; Park; Military base/facility; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #55 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

The oldest building in San Francisco features adobe walls, original tiles and timbers lashed together with rawhide and hand-carved altars.

Attraction type: Historic site; Mission; Religious site; Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #56 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A small neighborhood with Japanese restaurants, shops and other attractions.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #57 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #58 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

The city's oldest public museum offers exhibits on textiles and pre-Columbian art from the Americas.

Attraction type: Art museum; Shop
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #59 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Museum; Educational site; Children's museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #60 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #61 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

City-owned performing arts center offering facilities for a variety of acts, both indoors and outside.

Attraction type: Art museum; Park; Garden
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #62 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A nonprofit group devoted to sustainable agriculture runs this market 4 days a week.

Attraction type: Flea/street market
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #63 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Brewery; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #64 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Yes, it can be touristy, if you don't know the best places to go.  But, Fisherman's Wharf is San Francisco's most popular attraction for a reason,  so here are  some fun and unique ways to enjoy the...

Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk; Neighborhood; Other
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #65 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Five acres of shade trees and murmuring fountains which adjoin the Moscone Convention Center.

Attraction type: Garden; Playground; Game/entertainment center; Waterfall; Performance; Other
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #66 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

Located in downtown San Francisco, this building, shaped like a pyramid, is a well-known symbol of the city skyline.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #67 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

At the edge of the Pacific, beachcomb, build sand castles or bonfires, but don't swim. The tumultuous waters can be too rough to handle.

Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #68 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #69 of 596 attractions in San Francisco

A twenty-minute ride from downtown, this is the best place to catch a San Francisco sunrise.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Neighborhood; Mountain; Observation deck/tower; Gay bar
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #70 of 596 attractions in San Francisco
Attraction type: History museum
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