Muir Woods
Muir Woods was the 1 place in the Bay Area outside of San Francisco that I heard for years that I should visit. On Day 6, I finally got there. It didn’t disappoint. And I made a whole day of it. First, morning in [Read more…]
San Francisco 2017, Day 6
Pacific Heights and the Marina District
Pacific Heights
Pacific Heights isn’t just San Francisco’s richest neighborhood. It’s also one of the richest neighborhoods in the US. There are fancy homes. And there are also beautiful views. It’s just north of [Read more…]
The 2016 BSFBB Awards (Part 2)
There are so many superlatives for San Francisco, they can’t all fit in 1 post. So here is the continuation from Part 1 of the 2016 Best of San Francisco By Billy Awards!
Best View
If there’s any city known for its views, it’s San Francisco.
The 2016 BSFBB Awards
Presenting…the 2016 Best of San Francisco By Billy Awards! (Yeah, they’re a little late. But I’m sure you don’t mind. And after this, it’s finally on to India!)
Obviously I liked San Francisco enough to move here. But I always thought it was overrated as a sightseeing destination. Starting right away with Day 1 of my official sightseeing in San Francisco last April, I realized just how wrong I was.
Best Day
After my first day out in San Francisco, following the Barbary Coast Trail, I didn’t think any future day could beat it. San Francisco totally enthralled me on Day 1. And it didn’t hurt that the weather was uncharacteristically perfect. But once again I was wrong. One day was able to beat out Day 1.
How to Survive Fisherman’s Wharf
I’ve said it before. San Franciscans look down their noses at Fisherman’s Wharf. And it can be a complete tourist trap. But if you know where to look, a day at Fisherman’s Wharf can be an enriching, rewarding experience. That’s why I’m here to help you do Fisherman’s Wharf right.
The best way to start your day at Fisherman’s Wharf is to leave the mainland and take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, out in the bay. (By the way, I’m covering the “Greater” Fisherman’s Wharf area– [Read more…]