San Francisco: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
San Francisco Zip Code Map
A San Francisco Zip Code Map. Below the zip code map is a key showing zip codes and their corresponding neighborhoods (with links to additional maps).
A San Francisco Zip Code Map. Below the zip code map is a key showing zip codes and their corresponding neighborhoods (with links to additional maps).
SF & Bay Area Outlet Malls
A directory of outlet malls in the San Francisco Bay Area. These California outlet malls and factory stores vary in size from 10 to almost 200 -- and are located around the Bay Area, including Vacaville, Napa, Gilroy and Milpitas.
A directory of outlet malls in the San Francisco Bay Area. These California outlet malls and factory stores vary in size from 10 to almost 200 -- and are located around the Bay Area, including Vacaville, Napa, Gilroy and Milpitas.
San Francisco May Events Calen
San Francisco in May is packed with festivals, street fairs and activities, including Cinco de Mayo, Carnaval and the zany mobile costume party known as Bay to Breakers.
San Francisco in May is packed with festivals, street fairs and activities, including Cinco de Mayo, Carnaval and the zany mobile costume party known as Bay to Breakers.
San Francisco Cable Car Map & Cable Car Routes
Map showing the San Francisco cable car lines and routes. The map includes streets and landmarks for reference, in relation to the San Francisco cable car lines.
Map showing the San Francisco cable car lines and routes. The map includes streets and landmarks for reference, in relation to the San Francisco cable car lines.
San Francisco Neighborhoods
A map of San Francisco California neighborhoods, with links to maps, photos and resources for each individual neighborhoods.
A map of San Francisco California neighborhoods, with links to maps, photos and resources for each individual neighborhoods.
Memorial Day Weekend in San Fr
Memorial Day Weekend is widely considered the unofficial start of summer, and in San Francisco it's also the unofficial start of the busy summer festival season.
Memorial Day Weekend is widely considered the unofficial start of summer, and in San Francisco it's also the unofficial start of the busy summer festival season.
San Francisco July 4
Fireworks are the splashiest part of San Francisco's July 4th celebrations, but there are plenty of activities to entertain you before dark, too. Many other Bay Area cities host parades. picnics, festivals and sometimes their own fireworks shows, too.
Fireworks are the splashiest part of San Francisco's July 4th celebrations, but there are plenty of activities to entertain you before dark, too. Many other Bay Area cities host parades. picnics, festivals and sometimes their own fireworks shows, too.
Breakfasts in SF
A Top 10 list of breakfast restaurants in the various neighborhoods San Francisco. Menus range from traditional omelettes and pancakes, to beignets and roasted banana French toast.
A Top 10 list of breakfast restaurants in the various neighborhoods San Francisco. Menus range from traditional omelettes and pancakes, to beignets and roasted banana French toast.
San Francisco Taxi Tips
If you're new to the city, check out the basic facts about San Francisco taxi service. Tips for recognizing a legitimate San Francisco taxi, taxi rates, and other details about SF taxi services.
If you're new to the city, check out the basic facts about San Francisco taxi service. Tips for recognizing a legitimate San Francisco taxi, taxi rates, and other details about SF taxi services.
Muni Metro Map
Map of the San Francisco Muni Metro system. This map does not include bus routes, just train and streetcar lines in San Francisco.
Map of the San Francisco Muni Metro system. This map does not include bus routes, just train and streetcar lines in San Francisco.
SF June Events
San Francisco relaxes and heads outdoors in June. Each weekend offers at least two festivals or street fairs where you can get your food, cultural, shopping, music, people-watching, tanning and entertainment needs taken care of all at once.
San Francisco relaxes and heads outdoors in June. Each weekend offers at least two festivals or street fairs where you can get your food, cultural, shopping, music, people-watching, tanning and entertainment needs taken care of all at once.
Muni, BART and Public Transit
Muni Maps and trip planners that will help you navigate the Muni and transit systems in San Francisco. Maps include online and printed resources, as well as online trip planners for both Muni and BART.
Muni Maps and trip planners that will help you navigate the Muni and transit systems in San Francisco. Maps include online and printed resources, as well as online trip planners for both Muni and BART.
San Francisco Neighborhoods - Guide & Maps
A guide to San Francisco neighborhoods, with a map showing the locations of neighborhoods around the city, as well as links to individual San Francisco neighborhoods and maps. The guide also includes restaurants and profiles, as well as attractions in various neighborhoods.
A guide to San Francisco neighborhoods, with a map showing the locations of neighborhoods around the city, as well as links to individual San Francisco neighborhoods and maps. The guide also includes restaurants and profiles, as well as attractions in various neighborhoods.
Bay to Breakers - Trivia, Fact
A number-cruncher's concise guide to Bay to Breakers, San Francisco's century-old, running free-for-all, including course records, statistics and other facts.
A number-cruncher's concise guide to Bay to Breakers, San Francisco's century-old, running free-for-all, including course records, statistics and other facts.
Map of San Francisco Outlet Malls - Outlet Malls in San Francisco Bay Area
Map of San Francisco Bay Area outlet malls. The map includes a clickable sidebar and zoom functions for precise street locations.
Map of San Francisco Bay Area outlet malls. The map includes a clickable sidebar and zoom functions for precise street locations.
10 San Francisco Tea rooms
Best tea rooms and tea houses in San Francisco, including Samovar Tea Lounge, Lovejoy's, Imperial Tea, and Modern Tea. These tea rooms in San Francisco are open all day, not just for high tea.
Best tea rooms and tea houses in San Francisco, including Samovar Tea Lounge, Lovejoy's, Imperial Tea, and Modern Tea. These tea rooms in San Francisco are open all day, not just for high tea.
10 Great San Francisco Blogs
A list of 10 great San Francisco blogs, covering everything from restaurants and art, to news and photos.
A list of 10 great San Francisco blogs, covering everything from restaurants and art, to news and photos.
San Francisco Live Music
A list of live music clubs in San Francisco, including a brief description, address and link to each club's the live music calendar.
A list of live music clubs in San Francisco, including a brief description, address and link to each club's the live music calendar.
FM Radio Stations - SF
A list, including brief description of FM radio stations in the San Francisco area.
A list, including brief description of FM radio stations in the San Francisco area.
Free Museums & Free Museum Day
A list of free museums and free museum days in San Francisco. The list is organized by week and day -- free first tuesdays, for example. The free museum list also includes discounted museum days and evenings.
A list of free museums and free museum days in San Francisco. The list is organized by week and day -- free first tuesdays, for example. The free museum list also includes discounted museum days and evenings.
Hiking the Lands End Trail-SF
Hiking the Lands End trail in San Francisco, from Ocean Beach and the Sutro Baths, past the Legion of Honor and on to China Beach in the Outer Richmond neighborhood of SF. Lands End provides some of the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands.
Hiking the Lands End trail in San Francisco, from Ocean Beach and the Sutro Baths, past the Legion of Honor and on to China Beach in the Outer Richmond neighborhood of SF. Lands End provides some of the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands.
San Francisco Farmers Markets
Guide to Farmers Markets happening throughout the week in San Francisco and the San Francisco Bay Area. The biggest San Francisco farmers markets happen on the weekends, but weekday farmers markets in the city and outskirts are also available.
Guide to Farmers Markets happening throughout the week in San Francisco and the San Francisco Bay Area. The biggest San Francisco farmers markets happen on the weekends, but weekday farmers markets in the city and outskirts are also available.
Financial District Guide
A guide to San Francisco Financial District.
A guide to San Francisco Financial District.
Great Parks in SF
A selection of San Francisco best parks and green spaces, from the Presidio and Golden Gate Park, to Ocean Beach and Cayuga Park.
A selection of San Francisco best parks and green spaces, from the Presidio and Golden Gate Park, to Ocean Beach and Cayuga Park.
Marina District & Cow Hollow
A map showing the Marina and Cow Hollow areas of San Francisco, with links to neighborhood profiles, restaurants, shoppings and other neighborhood essentials.
A map showing the Marina and Cow Hollow areas of San Francisco, with links to neighborhood profiles, restaurants, shoppings and other neighborhood essentials.
Bay to Breakers: The Only-in-San-Francisco Race
Bay to Breakers, a century-old, only-in-San-Francisco spectacle, unleashes thousands of crazily costumed runners and walkers and a few elite athletes on the city every May. Here's a guide to the mobile party in 2013.
Bay to Breakers, a century-old, only-in-San-Francisco spectacle, unleashes thousands of crazily costumed runners and walkers and a few elite athletes on the city every May. Here's a guide to the mobile party in 2013.
Walk to Work--& Other Places
San Francisco is the first city in the U.S. to host a Walk to Work Day, to encourage people to walk rather than drive. It's part of a movement to improve the city's walkability and pedestrian safety, which yields long-term benefits.
San Francisco is the first city in the U.S. to host a Walk to Work Day, to encourage people to walk rather than drive. It's part of a movement to improve the city's walkability and pedestrian safety, which yields long-term benefits.
CA Congressional Reps
Information on finding your California Congressional Representative, including a list of Northern California districts and their reps. Included are District 8, San Francisco (Nancy Pelosi), District 9 (Barbara Lee) and other counties around the San Francisco Bay Area.
Information on finding your California Congressional Representative, including a list of Northern California districts and their reps. Included are District 8, San Francisco (Nancy Pelosi), District 9 (Barbara Lee) and other counties around the San Francisco Bay Area.
San Francisco Museums
Alphabetical directory of San Francisco museums. Museums range from the small and specialized, like MoAD, to the larger and better known venues such as the de Young and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. This list also includes several museums outside San Francisco in the Bay Area.
Alphabetical directory of San Francisco museums. Museums range from the small and specialized, like MoAD, to the larger and better known venues such as the de Young and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. This list also includes several museums outside San Francisco in the Bay Area.
Free Summer Events
Get your fill of all of the free things to do in San Francisco during the summer. Free dance lessons, concert series, Shakespeare in the Park and other theater productions, kids' entertainment and everything from ballet to circus shows are held outdoors in parks and squares.
Get your fill of all of the free things to do in San Francisco during the summer. Free dance lessons, concert series, Shakespeare in the Park and other theater productions, kids' entertainment and everything from ballet to circus shows are held outdoors in parks and squares.
San Francisco's Bay to Breaker
More about the 2012 Bay to Breakers race, including the route, starting line and times, costume contest, post-race festival, and transportation to and from.
More about the 2012 Bay to Breakers race, including the route, starting line and times, costume contest, post-race festival, and transportation to and from.
Best Berkeley Lunch Spots
Favorite lunch spots in Berkeley, California. This list does not include West Berkeley -- just downtown and the North Berkeley/Gourmet Ghetto area.
Favorite lunch spots in Berkeley, California. This list does not include West Berkeley -- just downtown and the North Berkeley/Gourmet Ghetto area.
San Francisco Murals - Mission District
Photos of San Francisco murals in the Mission District. Photos include murals in Clarion Alley, Balmy Alley and on the Women's Building in the Mission.
Photos of San Francisco murals in the Mission District. Photos include murals in Clarion Alley, Balmy Alley and on the Women's Building in the Mission.
10+ Restaurants in the Mission
List of 10+ restaurants to try in the Mission District of San Francisco. A diverse selection of dining spots if you find yourself in the Mission.
List of 10+ restaurants to try in the Mission District of San Francisco. A diverse selection of dining spots if you find yourself in the Mission.
Haight Ashbury & Cole Valley Guide
Map and guide to Haight Ashbury and Cole Valley in San Francisco -- with links to additional neighborhood information. The Haight Ashbury district was home to the Summer of Love, but is also known for its gorgeous Victorian architecture.
Map and guide to Haight Ashbury and Cole Valley in San Francisco -- with links to additional neighborhood information. The Haight Ashbury district was home to the Summer of Love, but is also known for its gorgeous Victorian architecture.
Haight Ashbury Attractions
A guide to attractions in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco. Haight Ashbury is home to some of the icons of the Summer of Love, as well as to some of the more beautiful Victorian homes and structures in San Francisco. The Haight is also close to several parks, including Golden Gate Park and all of its amenities.
A guide to attractions in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco. Haight Ashbury is home to some of the icons of the Summer of Love, as well as to some of the more beautiful Victorian homes and structures in San Francisco. The Haight is also close to several parks, including Golden Gate Park and all of its amenities.
iPhone Apps for SF
iPhone apps for San Francisco navigation. A list of helpful iPhone applications to help navigate the streets (and restaurants) of San Francisco.
iPhone apps for San Francisco navigation. A list of helpful iPhone applications to help navigate the streets (and restaurants) of San Francisco.
Fisherman's Wharf Guide
Guide to Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, including links to photos of the Wharf and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
Guide to Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, including links to photos of the Wharf and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
Google Maps
San Francisco Neighborhood Map Go to: San Francisco Neighborhood Guide | San Francisco Neighborhood Photos
San Francisco Neighborhood Map Go to: San Francisco Neighborhood Guide | San Francisco Neighborhood Photos
Nob Hill Guide
Guide and map of Nob Hill San Francisco. Nob Hill guide includes links to profile, photos and restaurants of Nob Hill.
Guide and map of Nob Hill San Francisco. Nob Hill guide includes links to profile, photos and restaurants of Nob Hill.
Golden Gate Bridge
Visiting the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge. Information on how to get there and what to see when you arrive.
Visiting the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge. Information on how to get there and what to see when you arrive.
South of Market Guide
Map of the SoMa District of San Francisco. This South of Market map shows the general area bounded by Market Street and San Francisco Bay, as well as a few prominent SoMa landmarks.
Map of the SoMa District of San Francisco. This South of Market map shows the general area bounded by Market Street and San Francisco Bay, as well as a few prominent SoMa landmarks.
Photos of California Coastal Birds
Photos of shorebirds, sea birds, and coastl species of California and Northern California. The birds picture in this gallery include herons, egrets and osprey -- all found along the California and Northern California coast, including the San Francisco Bay Area. The photos were taken by Mike Baird in the Morro Bay area.
Photos of shorebirds, sea birds, and coastl species of California and Northern California. The birds picture in this gallery include herons, egrets and osprey -- all found along the California and Northern California coast, including the San Francisco Bay Area. The photos were taken by Mike Baird in the Morro Bay area.
Grateful Dead House
Photo of the Grateful Dead house at 710 Ashbury in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco. The Dead did not live here long, just two years, but Dead Heads travel to see and photograph this icon of Grateful Dead history.
Photo of the Grateful Dead house at 710 Ashbury in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco. The Dead did not live here long, just two years, but Dead Heads travel to see and photograph this icon of Grateful Dead history.
Top Food Trucks
San Francisco's top food trucks and food carts, based on food quality and quantity, uniqueness, popularity and creativity.
San Francisco's top food trucks and food carts, based on food quality and quantity, uniqueness, popularity and creativity.
San Francisco City Maps
Recommended maps of San Francisco, as well as online maps of San Francisco neighborhoods.
Recommended maps of San Francisco, as well as online maps of San Francisco neighborhoods.
Dance Clubs in San Francisco
Alphabetical list of nightclubs, dance clubs and lounges in San Francisco. Brief descriptions, address, and website links.
Alphabetical list of nightclubs, dance clubs and lounges in San Francisco. Brief descriptions, address, and website links.
SF Free Movies
A guide to free summer movie series in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Most of the movie screenings are outdoors, and the films range from Hitchcock classics to indies by local filmmakers to kiddie fare.
A guide to free summer movie series in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Most of the movie screenings are outdoors, and the films range from Hitchcock classics to indies by local filmmakers to kiddie fare.
Bay to Breakers for Non-Runners
Bay to Breakers is San Francisco's mobile costume party claiming to be a foot race, but non-runners can get in on the action, too. This is a guide to fun and entertainment for spectators, including parties and the best places to watch Bay to Breakers.
Bay to Breakers is San Francisco's mobile costume party claiming to be a foot race, but non-runners can get in on the action, too. This is a guide to fun and entertainment for spectators, including parties and the best places to watch Bay to Breakers.
10 Steve Wozniak Facts
Ten facts about Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. In February of 2009, ABC announced that Steve "Woz" Wozniak would be part of the new Dancing with the Stars lineup.
Ten facts about Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. In February of 2009, ABC announced that Steve "Woz" Wozniak would be part of the new Dancing with the Stars lineup.
San Francisco April Events
April 2013 in the San Francisco Bay Area is a whirlwind of activity. Check this events calendar for film and arts festivals, street fairs and more.
April 2013 in the San Francisco Bay Area is a whirlwind of activity. Check this events calendar for film and arts festivals, street fairs and more.
Hayes Valley Guide
Map of Hayes Valley neighborhood in San Francisco, with links to neighborhood details, photos, and restaurants.
Map of Hayes Valley neighborhood in San Francisco, with links to neighborhood details, photos, and restaurants.
2009 Bay to Breakers Route Map - San Francisco - Map for ING Bay to Breakers Race 2009
Map showing the route of the 2009 ING Bay to Breakers Race in San Francisco. Bay to Breakers happens on the third Sunday in May. And the route map here show the starting point on Howard Street leading all the way through San Francisco and Golden Gate Park to Ocean Beach.
Map showing the route of the 2009 ING Bay to Breakers Race in San Francisco. Bay to Breakers happens on the third Sunday in May. And the route map here show the starting point on Howard Street leading all the way through San Francisco and Golden Gate Park to Ocean Beach.
Mission District
Profile of San Francisco's Mission District
Profile of San Francisco's Mission District
Memorial Day in San Francisco
A guide to Memorial Day weekend activities in San Francisco. There are ceremonies to honor Americans who died in military service, which is Memorial Day's original purpose, as well as fun events like Carnaval.
A guide to Memorial Day weekend activities in San Francisco. There are ceremonies to honor Americans who died in military service, which is Memorial Day's original purpose, as well as fun events like Carnaval.
SF Independent Bookstores
A listing of San Francisco independent bookstores -- from speciality stores to locally owned new and used booksellers. This guide to independent book stores in San Francisco also includes links to a location map as well as some links to store event pages.
A listing of San Francisco independent bookstores -- from speciality stores to locally owned new and used booksellers. This guide to independent book stores in San Francisco also includes links to a location map as well as some links to store event pages.
San Francisco July Events
A guide to film festivals, street fairs and other annual events in July in San Francisco.
A guide to film festivals, street fairs and other annual events in July in San Francisco.
Best Chocolate Shops in SF
Local chocolate shops and chocolatiers in the San Francisco and Berkeley areas. The focus is on locally-made chocolate, or San Francisco-based chocolate shops that offer a more international selection.
Local chocolate shops and chocolatiers in the San Francisco and Berkeley areas. The focus is on locally-made chocolate, or San Francisco-based chocolate shops that offer a more international selection.
Bay to Breakers History
A chronology of the milestone years in Bay to Breakers' 102-year history, including when it was declared the world's largest footrace and when women were first officially allowed to run.
A chronology of the milestone years in Bay to Breakers' 102-year history, including when it was declared the world's largest footrace and when women were first officially allowed to run.
Famous Grave Sites
Where to location famous graves in the San Francisco Bay Area. Because most of San Francisco's cemeteries were moved out of the city in the 20th century, the famous grave sites are found primarily in Colma and in Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland.
Where to location famous graves in the San Francisco Bay Area. Because most of San Francisco's cemeteries were moved out of the city in the 20th century, the famous grave sites are found primarily in Colma and in Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland.
Irish Pubs in San Francisco
Best Irish pubs in San Francisco, serving Guinness, Irish Whiskey and Irish Coffee, and Irish Breakfast in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Best Irish pubs in San Francisco, serving Guinness, Irish Whiskey and Irish Coffee, and Irish Breakfast in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Richmond (Outer) Guide
Outer Richmond map - San Francisco - with links to neighborhood profiles, restaurants, shopping and other neighborhood essentials.
Outer Richmond map - San Francisco - with links to neighborhood profiles, restaurants, shopping and other neighborhood essentials.
North Beach Guide
Guide to North Beach San Francisco.
Guide to North Beach San Francisco.
Bay to Breakers - 2007 Photos
Photo of the Spawning Salmon as they run Bay to Breakers backwards -- Breakers to Bay. The Salmon Spawn through the throngs of runners and walkers headed in the opposite direction.
Photo of the Spawning Salmon as they run Bay to Breakers backwards -- Breakers to Bay. The Salmon Spawn through the throngs of runners and walkers headed in the opposite direction.
Best San Francisco Attractions
A guide to favorite attractions in San Francisco. The attractions include landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge as well as San Francisco's historical sites and traditional visitor destinations.
A guide to favorite attractions in San Francisco. The attractions include landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge as well as San Francisco's historical sites and traditional visitor destinations.
Bay Area Labyrinths
A short list of public labyrinths in the San Francisco Bay Area. The labyrinths are in a number of different styles, the most popular being the Chartres Cathedral plan, installed at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco
A short list of public labyrinths in the San Francisco Bay Area. The labyrinths are in a number of different styles, the most popular being the Chartres Cathedral plan, installed at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco
San Francisco Fine Dining
A favorites list of some fine dining restaurants in San Francisco. The list includes elegant venues like the Dining Room at the Ritz Carlton, as well as restaurants with a more laid back vibe like Town Hall and Aziza.
A favorites list of some fine dining restaurants in San Francisco. The list includes elegant venues like the Dining Room at the Ritz Carlton, as well as restaurants with a more laid back vibe like Town Hall and Aziza.
Map of San Francisco Museums - Map of Museums in San Francisco
Map showing locations of San Francisco museums, including the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Legion of Honor and the de Young, as well as various museums in the Yerba Buena Arts District and beyond.
Map showing locations of San Francisco museums, including the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Legion of Honor and the de Young, as well as various museums in the Yerba Buena Arts District and beyond.
Presidio Guide
Guide to the Presidio in San Francisco, including a profile of the Presidio park, as well as photo tours of the Main Post, Crissy Field and other locations and trails within the Presidio.
Guide to the Presidio in San Francisco, including a profile of the Presidio park, as well as photo tours of the Main Post, Crissy Field and other locations and trails within the Presidio.
August Events Calendar
The August events calendar is packed with things to do in San Francisco--to partake in festivals, listen to music and eat food of every kind imaginable (and unimaginable). Now's your last chance to grab some summer fun.
The August events calendar is packed with things to do in San Francisco--to partake in festivals, listen to music and eat food of every kind imaginable (and unimaginable). Now's your last chance to grab some summer fun.
San Francisco Muni Metro - Map of Muni Metro Stops in San Francisco
Map of the San Francisco Muni system, showing metro stops throughout the city. The Muni lines included are the F-Market, J-Church, K-Ingleside, L-Taraval, M-Ocean View, N-Judah, and T-Third.
Map of the San Francisco Muni system, showing metro stops throughout the city. The Muni lines included are the F-Market, J-Church, K-Ingleside, L-Taraval, M-Ocean View, N-Judah, and T-Third.
Lands End Trail Photos
Photos of the Lands End Trail in the Richmond District of San Francisco. The photo tour takes you from the Sutro Baths, past the USS San Francisco Memorial, and on to Eagles Point at the end of the trail segment.
Photos of the Lands End Trail in the Richmond District of San Francisco. The photo tour takes you from the Sutro Baths, past the USS San Francisco Memorial, and on to Eagles Point at the end of the trail segment.
San Francisco Hotel Lounges
A primer on some of San Francisco's hotel lounges and bars.
A primer on some of San Francisco's hotel lounges and bars.
Sunset (Inner) Guide
Map of the Inner Sunset District in San Francisco, with links to a neighborhood profile, and essentials like restaurants, shops, and ATMs.
Map of the Inner Sunset District in San Francisco, with links to a neighborhood profile, and essentials like restaurants, shops, and ATMs.
Map of San Francisco Farmers Markets - Bay Area Farmers Markets Map
Map showing locations of farmers markets in San Francisco and the Bay Area. The farmer's markets listed here include those at the Ferry Plaza as well as markers farther afield in Point Reyes Station and Palo Alto.
Map showing locations of farmers markets in San Francisco and the Bay Area. The farmer's markets listed here include those at the Ferry Plaza as well as markers farther afield in Point Reyes Station and Palo Alto.
Free Museums and Museum Days in San Francisco
Find out how to visit nearly all San Francisco museums for free. This comprehensive guide covers the free admission offers at Bay Area museums--including museums that are always free, that are free on designated days, and that have other deals for free admission.
Find out how to visit nearly all San Francisco museums for free. This comprehensive guide covers the free admission offers at Bay Area museums--including museums that are always free, that are free on designated days, and that have other deals for free admission.
San Francisco June Events
June in San Francisco is full of festivals and street fairs celebrating everything from arts and crafts and North Beach to the end of slavery and LGBT pride. Check this June calendar for details.
June in San Francisco is full of festivals and street fairs celebrating everything from arts and crafts and North Beach to the end of slavery and LGBT pride. Check this June calendar for details.
Asian Art Museum - San Francisco
Guide to the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, including some museum history, as well information on collections and exhibits. The San Francisco Asian Art Museum is at Civic Center, across from City Hall and near the San Francisco Public Library main branch.
Guide to the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, including some museum history, as well information on collections and exhibits. The San Francisco Asian Art Museum is at Civic Center, across from City Hall and near the San Francisco Public Library main branch.
Potrero Hill Guide
Photos of Potrero Hill in San Francisco. The neighborhood borders the Mission District to the west and the Dogpatch neighborhood to the east. Potrero Hill is a quiet enclave with neighborhood restaurants and cafes, but just minutes from downtown San Francisco.
Photos of Potrero Hill in San Francisco. The neighborhood borders the Mission District to the west and the Dogpatch neighborhood to the east. Potrero Hill is a quiet enclave with neighborhood restaurants and cafes, but just minutes from downtown San Francisco.
Presidio of San Francisco
The Presidio has immense history as a military installation. Since becoming a national park in the 1990s, the Presidio is evolving into a natural, cultural, and commercial hub all in one.
The Presidio has immense history as a military installation. Since becoming a national park in the 1990s, the Presidio is evolving into a natural, cultural, and commercial hub all in one.
San Francisco Museum Nights
Nearly all of the San Francisco Bay Area's major museums host special museum nights of added programs, activities, and entertainment, which is included with museum admission.
Nearly all of the San Francisco Bay Area's major museums host special museum nights of added programs, activities, and entertainment, which is included with museum admission.
Aquarium of the Bay
Photo of Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco.
Photo of Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco.
Albino Alligator Claude
Photo of albino alligator "Claude" at California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco
Photo of albino alligator "Claude" at California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco
The Holocaust - Memorial at Legion of Honor
Photo of The Holocaust, a memorial at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco. The Holocaust was created by Pop Art sculptor, George Segal.
Photo of The Holocaust, a memorial at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco. The Holocaust was created by Pop Art sculptor, George Segal.
Map of Museums in San Francisco
This map shows the location of San Francisco's major museums. San Francisco museums are numbered with a corresponding key below.
This map shows the location of San Francisco's major museums. San Francisco museums are numbered with a corresponding key below.
Memorial Day Ceremonies in San
Ceremonies in San Francisco follow the original intent of Memorial Day, to honor Americans who died while serving in the military.
Ceremonies in San Francisco follow the original intent of Memorial Day, to honor Americans who died while serving in the military.
Map of Downtown Berkeley - Map of Downtown Berkeley and UC Berkeley Map
Map showing UC Berkeley and area around downtown Berkeley and around the UC Berkeley campus, including UC Berkeley Botanical Garden and Lawrence Hall of Science.
Map showing UC Berkeley and area around downtown Berkeley and around the UC Berkeley campus, including UC Berkeley Botanical Garden and Lawrence Hall of Science.
San Francisco Events in September
A guide to September 2012 fairs, festivals, arts and cultural performances and cool fundraising events in San Francisco and the Bay Area, including San Francisco Opera in the Park, dragon boat races, Lady Antebellum's benefit concert for UCSF Children’s Hospital and the Folsom Street Fair.
A guide to September 2012 fairs, festivals, arts and cultural performances and cool fundraising events in San Francisco and the Bay Area, including San Francisco Opera in the Park, dragon boat races, Lady Antebellum's benefit concert for UCSF Children’s Hospital and the Folsom Street Fair.
Great Blue Heron
Photo of a Great Blue Heron taking on Morro Bay by California photographer Mike Baird.
Photo of a Great Blue Heron taking on Morro Bay by California photographer Mike Baird.
Legion of Honor
The Legion of Honor in San Francisco, is a fine arts museum and memorial to Californian soldiers who died in WWI. The Legion houses antiquities to modern art, and an impressive Rodin collection, including a bronze cast of Rodin's the Thinker.
The Legion of Honor in San Francisco, is a fine arts museum and memorial to Californian soldiers who died in WWI. The Legion houses antiquities to modern art, and an impressive Rodin collection, including a bronze cast of Rodin's the Thinker.
San Francisco Art Galleries
A list of art galleries in San Francisco, organized by neighborhood. Each gallery has contact information and a link to the gallery's website.
A list of art galleries in San Francisco, organized by neighborhood. Each gallery has contact information and a link to the gallery's website.
SF May Events
Fairs, festivals, fun. Spring has sprung, it's May, and San Francisco can barely wait for summer.
Fairs, festivals, fun. Spring has sprung, it's May, and San Francisco can barely wait for summer.
San Francisco Photos
Index of San Francisco photos, including popular attractions, landmarks and destinations. Bay Area photos are also included.
Index of San Francisco photos, including popular attractions, landmarks and destinations. Bay Area photos are also included.
Dog Parks in San Francisco
A list of off-leash dog parks and dog-friendly areas in San Francisco and the Bay Area.
A list of off-leash dog parks and dog-friendly areas in San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Things To Do in San Mateo County - Map of Attractions and Things To Do in San Mateo County
Map of attractions and things to do in San Mateo County California. The points include museums like the Burlingame Pez Museum and Coyote Point Museum, Hiller Aviation Museum, as well as natural attractions like Fitzgerald Marine Reserve.
Map of attractions and things to do in San Mateo County California. The points include museums like the Burlingame Pez Museum and Coyote Point Museum, Hiller Aviation Museum, as well as natural attractions like Fitzgerald Marine Reserve.
Father's Day in San Francisco
For Father's Day, San Francisco has special concerts, activities, events and meals so that you can show your appreciation for the dads in your life.
For Father's Day, San Francisco has special concerts, activities, events and meals so that you can show your appreciation for the dads in your life.
SF homes
When it comes to San Francisco homes, you're financially better off renting rather than buying, a study finds. San Francisco in fact is the best US city in which to rent, according to Rent.com.
When it comes to San Francisco homes, you're financially better off renting rather than buying, a study finds. San Francisco in fact is the best US city in which to rent, according to Rent.com.
Gelato in San Francisco
A selection of favorite Italian gelato places in San Francisco. These gelato stops are located in a cross-section of neighborhoods around town.
A selection of favorite Italian gelato places in San Francisco. These gelato stops are located in a cross-section of neighborhoods around town.
Wildcat Peak - Berkeley
Photos of the hike to Wildcat Peak -- along the Wildcat Peak Trail and Laurel Canyon Road -- from the Environmental Education Center near Little Farm. The hike has some strenuous uphill sections but the payoff is a panoramic view from the top.
Photos of the hike to Wildcat Peak -- along the Wildcat Peak Trail and Laurel Canyon Road -- from the Environmental Education Center near Little Farm. The hike has some strenuous uphill sections but the payoff is a panoramic view from the top.
San Francisco Minimum Wage and Other New Laws in 2013
New laws in 2013 that may affect you include San Francisco's minimum wage rate (now the highest in the US), Sunday parking meter enforcement, and state laws protecting home buyers and allowing drivers to text and people to sell homemade foods.
New laws in 2013 that may affect you include San Francisco's minimum wage rate (now the highest in the US), Sunday parking meter enforcement, and state laws protecting home buyers and allowing drivers to text and people to sell homemade foods.
San Francisco Weather Map - San Francisco and Bay Area Weather Map
San Francisco and Bay Area weather, with map showing locations of Bay Area cities. This weather list also includes links to weather within individual neighborhoods in San Francisco.
San Francisco and Bay Area weather, with map showing locations of Bay Area cities. This weather list also includes links to weather within individual neighborhoods in San Francisco.
Golden Gate Park Map - San Francisco - Map of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco
Map of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. This is a street map of the park and surrounding area in San Francisco -- with markers for attractions throughout the park. The markers have information and a photograph of each location..
Map of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. This is a street map of the park and surrounding area in San Francisco -- with markers for attractions throughout the park. The markers have information and a photograph of each location..
Hop Stop - San Francisco
Hop Stop is a public transit Muni trip planner in San Francisco. Hop Stop provides a website or mobile options for getting door-to-door directions using San Francisco's Muni system. Directions include walking, Muni bus and rail instructions.
Hop Stop is a public transit Muni trip planner in San Francisco. Hop Stop provides a website or mobile options for getting door-to-door directions using San Francisco's Muni system. Directions include walking, Muni bus and rail instructions.
Wildflowers Bloom at SF Botanical Garden
From mid-April until mid-May, the wildflower meadow at the San Francisco Botanical Garden is bursting with color, and there are special tours of the California native plants garden.
From mid-April until mid-May, the wildflower meadow at the San Francisco Botanical Garden is bursting with color, and there are special tours of the California native plants garden.
Map of Outer Richmond Attractions - Attractions in Outer Richmond of San Francisco
Map of attractions in the Outer Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco. Map markers include the Cliff House, the Legion of Honor and the Sutro Baths.
Map of attractions in the Outer Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco. Map markers include the Cliff House, the Legion of Honor and the Sutro Baths.
The de Young Museum
Profile of the de Young Museum San Francisco - in Golden Gate Park. The de Young Museum was reopened in 2005 after an extensive renovation. de Young is known for its American painting collection spanning the colonial era through the twentieth century. Additional de Young collections: Oceanic art, African Art, Textiles and American Sculpture and Decorative Art.
Profile of the de Young Museum San Francisco - in Golden Gate Park. The de Young Museum was reopened in 2005 after an extensive renovation. de Young is known for its American painting collection spanning the colonial era through the twentieth century. Additional de Young collections: Oceanic art, African Art, Textiles and American Sculpture and Decorative Art.
Financial District
A guide to San Francisco Financial District.
A guide to San Francisco Financial District.
Best SF Ice Cream
San Francisco is dotted with specialty shops scooping up fresh, smooth, house-made ice cream in classic, exotic, innovative and sometimes downright odd flavors.
San Francisco is dotted with specialty shops scooping up fresh, smooth, house-made ice cream in classic, exotic, innovative and sometimes downright odd flavors.
San Francisco Concerts - June
June concerts outside of San Francisco at venues in the Bay Area - in Berkeley, Oakland and on the Peninsula
June concerts outside of San Francisco at venues in the Bay Area - in Berkeley, Oakland and on the Peninsula
Legion of Honor
Profile of the Palace of the Legion of Honor in San Francisco. Profile includes brief history and overview of exhibits, as well as visitor information.
Profile of the Palace of the Legion of Honor in San Francisco. Profile includes brief history and overview of exhibits, as well as visitor information.
Wine Bars in San Francisco
A selection of wine bars in San Francisco, including a wine bar that serves only organic and sustainable wines.
A selection of wine bars in San Francisco, including a wine bar that serves only organic and sustainable wines.
Asian Pacific Heritage Month
During May, Asian Heritage Month, a street fair, theater performances, exhibits and other special events in San Francisco and the Bay Area showcase Asian and Pacific-Islander peoples and cultures.
During May, Asian Heritage Month, a street fair, theater performances, exhibits and other special events in San Francisco and the Bay Area showcase Asian and Pacific-Islander peoples and cultures.
Noe Valley
Noe Valley, the neighborhood smack in the middle of San Francisco, is a village of upper-middle class young families serviced by small shops and restaurants along 24th Street.
Noe Valley, the neighborhood smack in the middle of San Francisco, is a village of upper-middle class young families serviced by small shops and restaurants along 24th Street.
SoMa /South of Market
Map of the SoMa District of San Francisco. This South of Market map shows the general area bounded by Market Street and San Francisco Bay, as well as a few prominent SoMa landmarks.
Map of the SoMa District of San Francisco. This South of Market map shows the general area bounded by Market Street and San Francisco Bay, as well as a few prominent SoMa landmarks.
San Francisco Theater
Directory of San Francisco theater and theater performances in the San Francisco Bay Area. The list includes mainstream San Francisco theater as well as alternative and smaller performance venues.
Directory of San Francisco theater and theater performances in the San Francisco Bay Area. The list includes mainstream San Francisco theater as well as alternative and smaller performance venues.
San Francisco Walking Tours
San Francisco walking tours are a wonderful way to learn about the if you're a visitor or a new resident, and a fun way to enhance your city knowledge if you're a local. San Francisco walking tours and guided walks offer a variety of schedules and themes -- some free, most for a charge.
San Francisco walking tours are a wonderful way to learn about the if you're a visitor or a new resident, and a fun way to enhance your city knowledge if you're a local. San Francisco walking tours and guided walks offer a variety of schedules and themes -- some free, most for a charge.
Union Square
Picture of Union Square in San Francisco. Union Square is part of the Barbary Coast Trail walking tour.
Picture of Union Square in San Francisco. Union Square is part of the Barbary Coast Trail walking tour.
Ice Skating in San Francisco
Find an ice skating rink in or around San Francisco, including wintertime outdoor rinks right in the middle of the city.
Find an ice skating rink in or around San Francisco, including wintertime outdoor rinks right in the middle of the city.
San Francisco With Kids
Favorite attractions for kids and parents in the San Francisco Bay Area. This children's list includes museums such as the Bay Area Discovery Museum, and interactive wildlife centers like the Lindsay Museum in Walnut Creek.
Favorite attractions for kids and parents in the San Francisco Bay Area. This children's list includes museums such as the Bay Area Discovery Museum, and interactive wildlife centers like the Lindsay Museum in Walnut Creek.
Tilden Park Map - Map of Tilden Park in Berkeley California
Map of Tilden Park area in Berkeley California. Tilden Park is part of the East Bay Parks system, located in the hills above Berkeley. Tilden Park is home to trails and family activities such as Little Farm. Trails range from more strenuous uphill climbs to kid-friendly loops like the trail around Jewel Lake.
Map of Tilden Park area in Berkeley California. Tilden Park is part of the East Bay Parks system, located in the hills above Berkeley. Tilden Park is home to trails and family activities such as Little Farm. Trails range from more strenuous uphill climbs to kid-friendly loops like the trail around Jewel Lake.
Wildlife Hospitals in SF
What to do if you find an injured or orphaned wild mammal or bird in the San Francisco Bay Area. Links to local wildlife hospitals and information on how to assess whether or not the animal needs help.
What to do if you find an injured or orphaned wild mammal or bird in the San Francisco Bay Area. Links to local wildlife hospitals and information on how to assess whether or not the animal needs help.
71Miles - N. Cal Travel Guide
Northern California travel website 71Miles offers personal advice from experienced travel writer John Vlahides. 71Miles provides Bay Area travel information on hotels, restaurants and attractions for each destination. 71Miles topics include: Sonoma Travel, Napa Travel, Monterey Travel, Half Moon Bay Travel, Lake Tahoe Travel, Big Sur Travel, Mendocino Travel, Healdsburg, Calistoga, Carmel Travel and more.
Northern California travel website 71Miles offers personal advice from experienced travel writer John Vlahides. 71Miles provides Bay Area travel information on hotels, restaurants and attractions for each destination. 71Miles topics include: Sonoma Travel, Napa Travel, Monterey Travel, Half Moon Bay Travel, Lake Tahoe Travel, Big Sur Travel, Mendocino Travel, Healdsburg, Calistoga, Carmel Travel and more.
Walk: Crissy to GG Bridge
Photos of Crissy Field, Crissy Marsh and the Golden Gate Promenade -- on the way to the Golden Gate Bridge and pedestrian path.
Photos of Crissy Field, Crissy Marsh and the Golden Gate Promenade -- on the way to the Golden Gate Bridge and pedestrian path.
American Coot
Photo of a American Coot taken at Morro Bay in California by photographer Mike Baird. The American Coot is one of many seabirds that populate the California coast.
Photo of a American Coot taken at Morro Bay in California by photographer Mike Baird. The American Coot is one of many seabirds that populate the California coast.
Map of San Francisco Best Attractions - San Francisco Best Attractions Map
Map of San Francisco attractions and landmarks. The map shows locations around the city where visitors can spend an hour or a day exploring San Francisco's history, culture and nature.
Map of San Francisco attractions and landmarks. The map shows locations around the city where visitors can spend an hour or a day exploring San Francisco's history, culture and nature.
Winter Birding on SF Bay
Information on winter birding areas around San Francisco Bay, in wetland areas and nature preserves. These birding areas have an abundance of shorebirds and migrating water species during the winter.
Information on winter birding areas around San Francisco Bay, in wetland areas and nature preserves. These birding areas have an abundance of shorebirds and migrating water species during the winter.
Tarantula Trek - Mt Diablo
Mt Diablo State Park is home to tarantula spiders. Once a year, during the autumn, the male tarantulas leave their burrows for mating season. And during this time, people can take tarantula hikes or treks to learn about the spiders and have the opportunity to see some of them in their natural habitat.
Mt Diablo State Park is home to tarantula spiders. Once a year, during the autumn, the male tarantulas leave their burrows for mating season. And during this time, people can take tarantula hikes or treks to learn about the spiders and have the opportunity to see some of them in their natural habitat.
San Francisco Photos
These pictures of San Francisco represent a cross-section of places and things. The photos here include images of San Francisco neighborhoods, landmarks and other places of interest. You'll also find pictures of San Francisco wildlife and public art installations, Bay Area photos as well as event photos such as Carnaval San Francisco and Bay to Breakers.
These pictures of San Francisco represent a cross-section of places and things. The photos here include images of San Francisco neighborhoods, landmarks and other places of interest. You'll also find pictures of San Francisco wildlife and public art installations, Bay Area photos as well as event photos such as Carnaval San Francisco and Bay to Breakers.
San Francisco Events in October
On the October events calendar in San Francisco are such annual favorites as Fleet Week, Litquake, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Castro Street Fair and the Treasure Island Music Festival.
On the October events calendar in San Francisco are such annual favorites as Fleet Week, Litquake, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Castro Street Fair and the Treasure Island Music Festival.
Hearts in Union Square
Hearts in Union Square San Francisco. The San Francisco hearts are displayed around town, including at Union Square, and are then auctioned off for charity.
Hearts in Union Square San Francisco. The San Francisco hearts are displayed around town, including at Union Square, and are then auctioned off for charity.
SF Official Songs
Most cities work just fine with one (or none), but not San Francisco. San Francisco has two official songs.
Most cities work just fine with one (or none), but not San Francisco. San Francisco has two official songs.
Zazie - Review
Brief review of Zazie in the Cole Valley neighborhood of San Francisco. Zazie is popular for brunch but has a lovely outdoor patio for dining any time of the day.
Brief review of Zazie in the Cole Valley neighborhood of San Francisco. Zazie is popular for brunch but has a lovely outdoor patio for dining any time of the day.
Little Farm in Tilden Park
Photos of Little Farm children's attraction in Tilden Park - Berkeley. Little Farm provides hands-on experience with animals, feeding and viewing baby farm animals.
Photos of Little Farm children's attraction in Tilden Park - Berkeley. Little Farm provides hands-on experience with animals, feeding and viewing baby farm animals.
San Francisco Attractions & Landmarks
Photos of the San Francisco Ferry Building on the Embarcadero. Pictures include some of the shops and proprietors in the Ferry Building, as well as links to dining options and a bit of historical insight about the San Francisco Ferry Building.
Photos of the San Francisco Ferry Building on the Embarcadero. Pictures include some of the shops and proprietors in the Ferry Building, as well as links to dining options and a bit of historical insight about the San Francisco Ferry Building.
Women's Building Mural
Photos of murals on the Women's Building - Mission District in San Francisco.
Photos of murals on the Women's Building - Mission District in San Francisco.
Architect Renzo Piano
Photo of Renzo Piano, architect of California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco
Photo of Renzo Piano, architect of California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
Photos of Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, including pictures of Aquatic Park and the San Francisco Maritime Museum at Hyde Pier.
Photos of Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, including pictures of Aquatic Park and the San Francisco Maritime Museum at Hyde Pier.
Gate of Chinatown San Francisco
Picture of the Chinatown San Francisco Gate on Grant Avenue. The Chinatown Gate in San Francisco is near Union Square and part of the Barbary Coast Trail walking tour.
Picture of the Chinatown San Francisco Gate on Grant Avenue. The Chinatown Gate in San Francisco is near Union Square and part of the Barbary Coast Trail walking tour.
SF Bay Area Animal Shelters
Animal shelters in the San Francisco Bay Area. This list includes official municipal and regional animal shelters.
Animal shelters in the San Francisco Bay Area. This list includes official municipal and regional animal shelters.
Nob Hill
Guide and map of Nob Hill San Francisco. Nob Hill guide includes links to profile, photos and restaurants of Nob Hill.
Guide and map of Nob Hill San Francisco. Nob Hill guide includes links to profile, photos and restaurants of Nob Hill.
Long-Billed Curlew
Photo of Long-Billed Curlew (sandpiper) taken in Morro Bay by California photographer Mike Baird.
Photo of Long-Billed Curlew (sandpiper) taken in Morro Bay by California photographer Mike Baird.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
A guide to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, including a photo as well as an overview of collections and exhibits. The profile of SF MOMA also includes visitor information.
A guide to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, including a photo as well as an overview of collections and exhibits. The profile of SF MOMA also includes visitor information.
Bay to Breakers 2011
Bay to Breakers, an only-in-SF spectacle, turns 100 in 2011, with new restrictions on runners and onlookers. Without floats, wheeled devices, beer and unregistered joggers, will the race's birthday be a party?
Bay to Breakers, an only-in-SF spectacle, turns 100 in 2011, with new restrictions on runners and onlookers. Without floats, wheeled devices, beer and unregistered joggers, will the race's birthday be a party?
Chambered Nautilus
Photo of Chambered Nautilus at California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco
Photo of Chambered Nautilus at California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco
Castro District Walking Tour
San Francisco's Castro District is the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender epicenter of California, if not the US. The base for civil rights struggles and AIDS education campaigns since the 1970s, it is also home to stately Victorian architecture, yuppie gay couples, a towering Rainbow Flag and one of the city's grandest old theaters.
San Francisco's Castro District is the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender epicenter of California, if not the US. The base for civil rights struggles and AIDS education campaigns since the 1970s, it is also home to stately Victorian architecture, yuppie gay couples, a towering Rainbow Flag and one of the city's grandest old theaters.
Marin County Photos
Photos of the Miwok Trail in the Marin Headlands -- including pictures of Rodeo Beach, Hill 88, the Wolf Ridge Trail, Fort Cronkite, and Battery Townsley.
Photos of the Miwok Trail in the Marin Headlands -- including pictures of Rodeo Beach, Hill 88, the Wolf Ridge Trail, Fort Cronkite, and Battery Townsley.
Osprey
Photo of Osprey taking in Morro Bay by California photographer Mike Baird.
Photo of Osprey taking in Morro Bay by California photographer Mike Baird.
Photos of San Francisco Bay Area Birds
Photos of birds found in the San Francisco Bay Area. This gallery has images of shorebirds and seabirds taken along the coast throughout the Bay Area, including various gulls, avocets, godwits, and willets.
Photos of birds found in the San Francisco Bay Area. This gallery has images of shorebirds and seabirds taken along the coast throughout the Bay Area, including various gulls, avocets, godwits, and willets.
Injured/Orphaned Wild Animal
Information on how to determine if a wild animal is injured, orphaned or if it needs your help. Also, links to wildlife organizations and educational FAQs.
Information on how to determine if a wild animal is injured, orphaned or if it needs your help. Also, links to wildlife organizations and educational FAQs.