San Francisco Like a Local


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Immerse yourself in the San Francisco scene with this insider's e-guide Home to waterfront esplanades, major museums, and a nightlife scene like no other, this cultural city is endlessly enticing. But beyond the well-trodden sights of the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39 lies the real San Francisco: a whole other side waiting to be explored. We've spoken to the city's locals to unearth the coolest hangout spots, hidden gems, and personal favorites to ensure you travel like a local. Amble up secret stairways to pocket parks, browse record stores tucked away in colorful neighborhoods, and tuck into Mexican cuisine at tiny hole-in-the-wall joints. Whether you're a San Franciscan looking to uncover your city's secrets or seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish e-guide makes sure you experience San Francisco beneath the surface.




San Francisco Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home


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Keen to explore a different side of San Francisco? Like a Local is the book for you. This isn’t your ordinary travel guide. Beyond the bayside scenery, world-class restaurants, and arguably the world’s most beloved bridge, you’ll find cozy coffee houses putting on spoken word nights, weathered dive bars mixing potent cocktails, and secret staircases with truly incredible views – and that’s where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover: - The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals. - 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as vintage shops and indie galleries. - A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore San Francisco. - Helpful ‘what3word’ addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights. Compiled by proud locals, this stylish travel guide is packed with San Francisco’s best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs. Whether you’re a restless San Franciscan looking to uncover your city’s secrets or a traveler seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish guide makes sure you experience the real side of San Francisco. About Like A Local: These giftable and collectible guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they’re born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic – just like the locals who call the city home. Looking for another guide to San Francisco? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to San Francisco.




DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Francisco


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Home to the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge, this vibrant city is celebrated for its diverse and inclusive culture, glorious architecture, and myriad places to eat ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to sushi bars. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around San Francisco with absolute ease. Our annually updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of San Francisco into helpful lists of ten-from our own selected highlights to the best museums and art galleries, restaurants and nightclubs, beaches, parks and gardens. You'll discover: • Eight easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week • Top 10 lists of San Francisco's must-sees, including detailed descriptions of the Golden Gate Bridge, Cable Cars, Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, Chinatown, de Young Museum, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Wine Country, California Academy of Sciences and the Golden Gate Park • San Francisco's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing • Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip-including vineyards, festivals and parades, hidden gems off the beaten track and things to do for free • A laminated pull-out map of San Francisco and its environs, plus six full-color neighborhood maps • Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe • A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move Looking for more on California's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness San Francisco and the Bay Area or our DK Eyewitness California.




The Trees of San Francisco


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Mike Sullivan loves his adopted city of San Francisco, and he loves trees. In The Trees of San Francisco he has combined his passions, offering a striking and handy compendium of botanical information, historical tidbits, cultivation hints, and more. Sullivan's introduction details the history of trees in the city, a fairly recent phenomenon. The text then piques the reader's interest with discussions of 71 city trees. Each tree is illustrated with a photograph--with its common and scientific names prominently displayed--and its specific location within San Francisco, along with other sites; frequently a close-up shot of the tree is included. Sprinkled throughout are 13 sidelights relating to trees; among the topics are the city's wild parrots and the trees they love; an overview of the objectives of the Friends of the Urban Forest; and discussions about the link between Australia's trees and those in the city, such as the eucalyptus. The second part of the book gets the reader up and about, walking the city to see its trees. Full-page color maps accompany the seven detailed tours, outlining the routes; interesting factoids are interspersed throughout the directions. A two-page color map of San Francisco then highlights 25 selected neighborhoods ideal for viewing trees, leading into a checklist of the neighborhoods and their trees.




DK Eyewitness San Francisco and the Bay Area


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This area offers everything from historic sights to stunning natural scenery. Whether you want to take a ferry out to the infamous Alcatraz Island, weekend in the Wine Country or hike through the Muir woods, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that San Francisco and the Bay Area have to offer. A city famed for its seven steep hills, San Francisco’s peaks offer unparalleled views over its diverse neighbourhoods, from the historic houses of Alamo to the lantern-adorned alleys of Chinatown. In the surrounding Bay Area, visitors will find lush vineyards, picturesque towns and breathtaking natural wonders. Our newly updated guide brings San Francisco and the Bay Area to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography and our trademark illustrations. You'll discover: • our pick of San Francisco and the Bay Area’s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems • the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay • detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy • easy-to-follow itineraries • expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe • color-coded chapters to every part of San Francisco and the Bay Area • our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Want the best of San Francisco in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Francisco. Seeing more of the state? Try our DK Eyewitness California.




Lonely Planet San Francisco


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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's San Francisco is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Admire the brilliance of the Golden Gate Bridge, swing down Balmy Alley for a slice of Mission life, and take in the city's hills on a cable car ride - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of San Francisco and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's San Francisco: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with Wi-Fi, ATM and transportation info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics Over 43 maps Covers Golden Gate Park, Fisherman's Wharf, downtown, North Beach, Chinatown, Nob Hill, the Mission, the Castro, the Haight, Japantown, Berkeley, Napa and Sonoma Valleys, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's San Francisco is our most comprehensive guide to San Francisco, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.




San Francisco for Travelers. the Total Guide: The Comprehensive Traveling Guide for All Your Traveling Needs. by the Total Travel Guide Company


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The Best and Most Unique San Francisco Travel Guide San Francisco. Frisco. Everyone's Favorite City. The City by the Bay. Fog City. The Golden City. Sometimes even "The Paris of the West." And that's only about half the nicknames from a very long list. Want to know which one the locals find most accurate? Well, then, you'll have to get this guide to San Francisco written by a local and designed to take you through all the rich and eclectic diversity of San Francisco, one of the oldest business and cultural centers of the United States. So many songs too. Of, course you know if you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear a flower in your hair. But then there's "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" and "Lights" and "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay." Want to know which of these is the local favorite? Well, then, you'll have to get this guide to San Francisco, in which a local will share with you the stories behind the creation of these iconic songs, and direct you where to go to take a trip through the history of the famous counterculture movement, places like Haight-Ashbury and Fillmore Theatre, along with other historical landmarks of cultural movements like the gay rights struggle in Castro.And then there are all the movies. Want to live out your favorite movies? Want to see the locations where classics like "Dirty Harry" and "Mrs. Doubtfire" were filmed? Why you could spend a week in San Francisco just re-creating the most memorable scenes from some of the most popular movies of all time! If you want to know where, so you can utter the famous line "Go ahead, punk. Make My Day" in the same spot as Clint Eastwood himself, well, then, you'll have to get this local movie lovers guide to San Francisco. This guide devotes a whole chapter to where cameras rolled in San Francisco so you can live in the movies! Let this book guide you to the many places that you must see in San Francisco to make this trip a life changing event. This book is filled with suggested places to stay, from budget to luxurious, places to visit, local cuisines to try, and places to shop. All these suggested itineraries have been experienced first-hand and are all highly recommended to tourists. Experience a whole new world when you come and visit San Francisco. In this total guide you will find: - Areas covered: History lessons/Best museums/Surfing/Adventure land off road trips/Wildlife spotting/ San Francisco neighborhood/Medical Tourism/Learn English in San Francisco /Cooking and drinking/ Accommodation/Staying safe/Music/Festivities - General Information of each area - Area Transportation (how to get around i.e. car, bus, taxi, train, bicycle, etc. and how much it would cost) - Sightseeing (Best Sights to See, Off the Beaten Path) - Best shopping (where are the major shopping districts and what they are known for) - Bargain Alternatives (where the locals shop to avoid the high tourist crowds) - Things to do (recreation outdoor, indoor, events and festivals) - Local Food Specialties - Farmer's and Fish (Meat) Markets (Locations, dates and times of various markets) - Language, Political and Etiquette Considerations (What the average tourist should know and how to get along with the locals. Type of currency used and types of places that exchange currency) - Seasonal Considerations (Typical high and low temperatures, if there is a rainy season, if it snows, floods or is known for "heavy weather) - Comfort Services (Massage, hair and nail salons, spas, etc.) - Essential Services (Embassy locations, medical facilities, law enforcement, etc.) - Area specific discounts and coupons. So, download now this total guide and start traveling as you read! TAGSSan Francisco travel, San Francisco vacations, San Francisco all inclusive, San Francisco tours, San Francisco tourism, San Francisco vacation packages, visit San Francisco,




Insight Guides Explore San Francisco (Travel Guide eBook)


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Pocket-sized travel guides featuring the very best routes and itineraries. Discover the best of San Francisco with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, the Palace of the Fine Arts and Haight-Ashbury, to discovering hidden gems, including 24th Street, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan and enhance your visit to San Francisco. Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to the United States. - Over 14 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover what makes the area special, its top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Hand-picked places: find your way to great hotels, restaurants and nightlife using the comprehensive listings - Practical maps: get around with ease and follow the walks and tours using the detailed maps - Informative tips: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, North Beach and Telegraph Hill, Chinatown, South of Market & Union Square, Civic Centre & Hayes Valley, Nob Hill & Russian Hill, Japantown, Pacific Heights & Cow Hollow, Golden Gate Park & Haight-Ashbury, the Castro, the Mission District, Fort Mason & the Marina, Golden Gate Promenade and Berkeley. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.




San Francisco Travel Guide (Quick Trips Series)


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Enjoy your trip to the United States with the San Francisco Travel Guide: Sights, Culture, Food, Shopping & Fun. The Quick Trips to the United States Series provides key information about the best sights and experiences if you have just a few days to spend in the exciting destination of San Francisco. So don't waste time! We give you sharp facts and opinions that are accessible to you quickly when in San Francisco. Like the best and most famous sightseeing attractions & fun activities (including Alcatraz, Exploratorium, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Museum of Modern Art, AT&T Park, Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Walt Disney Family Museum, San Francisco Zoo, Lombard Street, Palace of Fine Arts, Angel Island, Grace Cathedral, Presidio), where to experience the local culture, great local restaurant choices and accommodation for the budget-minded. Where to shop until you drop, party the night away and then relax and recover! Also included is information about the typical weather conditions in San Francisco, Entry Requirements, Health Insurance, Travelling with Pets, Airports & Airlines in the United States, Currency, Banking & ATMs, Credit Cards, Reclaiming VAT, Tipping Policy, Mobile Phones, Dialling Code, Emergency numbers, Public Holidays in the United States, Time Zone, Daylight Savings Time, School Holidays, Trading Hours, Driving Laws, Smoking Laws, Drinking Laws, Electricity, Tourist Information (TI), Food & Drink Trends, and a list of useful travel websites. The San Francisco Travel Guide: Sights, Culture, Food, Shopping & Fun - don't visit the United States without it! Available in print and in ebook formats.




Frommer's Irreverent Guide to San Francisco, 4th E Dition - Apdf


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Looking for a travel guide that goes where other guides fear to tread? One that rides roughshod over ad-copy puffery to smartly deliver the real scoop on a destination's sites and attractions? One that dares to be honest, hip, and fun? Look no more. Frommer's Irreverent Travel Guides are wickedly irreverent, unabashedly honest, and downright hilarious, and provide an insider's perspective on which attractions are overrated tourist traps and which are the secret gems that locals love. You'll get the lowdown on restaurants, lodging, and shopping, and even find out what the locals think of you. "Like being taken around by a savvy local," said the New York Times. "Hipper and savvier than other guides," concurred Diversion magazine. Never shy about confronting the issues, the Irreverents are guides to real travel in the real world. It's easy to leave your heart in one of America's most beautiful and visited cities, but you don't have to follow the crowds to do it. Go behind the scenes with Frommer's Irreverent Guide to San Francisco and experience the city as the local do. You'll discover how to get into the open morning rehearsals at the San Francisco Symphony, how to hop a cable car without waiting in line, and how to wrangle a seat at some of the city's best restaurants without reservations. You'll learn that uttering the word "Frisco" can actually make a local loco, and how to endear yourself to San Francisco cabbies. Frommer's Irreverent Guide to San Francisco give you all that, plus the inside scoop on the tastiest meals, the smartest clubs, and the coziest love nests.