Fodor's upCLOSE San Francisco, 2nd Edition

by FODOR'S

• ISBN13: 9780679003861
• ISBN10: 067900386X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2000-03-14
• Publisher: Fodor's

Summary

Fodor's upCLOSE San Francisco 2ed."Good writing and a sassy attitude." --Chicago Sun-Times "Takes you places locals love and tourists don't know about." --American Waymagazine "Perfect for finding bargains." --Shapemagazine Designed for people who want to travel well and spend less:With candid reviews and a fresh outlook, Fodor's upCLOSE points the way to authentic experiences that will take you away from the crowds and close to the culture -- without having to spend a fortune. Great places to stay that don't cost a fortune-- From B&Bs in Victorian Painted Ladies to tidy hostels with bay views.The best places to eat, drink, and play with the locals-- From the best bets for burritos, dim sum, and clam chowder, to hip dance clubs and divey watering holes.On-the-money insights into local culture, history, and sightsGreat side trips and adventures beyond the obviousPacked with savvy tips and practical information-- From airfare deals to tips on losing the crowds.Clear, readable maps

Table of Contents

Traveling up

Close Our Gang A Send-Off

Basics Covering topics ranging from getting there, to activities and tourist info, our

Basics chapter provides all the information you'll need to get started on planning your trip

Exploring the Bay Area San Francisco Major Sights Neighborhoods Parks Beaches Museums Galleries East Bay Berkeley Oakland Marin County

Marin Headlands Sausalito Tiburon and Angel Island

Mill Valley San Rafael Muir Woods and Mt. Tamalpais Stinson Beach Bolinas Point Reyes National Seashore South Bay Palo Alto San Jose San Mateo County Coast Shopping

New Clothes Secondhand and Vintage Clothing Books

Department Stores Flea Markets

Records, Tapes, and CDs Specialty Items Food San Francisco East Bay Marin County South Bay

Reference Listings Café Culture San Francisco

East Bay After Dark San Francisco

East Bay Marin County South Bay

Where to Sleep

San Francisco Hotels and Motels Hostels

East Bay Berkeley Oakland Marin County Along U.S.

101 Coastal Highway 1 South Bay Palo Alto San Jose San Mateo County Coast

The Great Outdoors Bodywork Golf Fitness Centers and Pools Hiking and Biking

In-line Skating Pickup Games Rock Climbing Water Sports Spectator Sports Day and Weekend Trips

The Wine Country Sonoma Valley Napa Valley Lake Tahoe Yosemite

National Park Santa Cruz Near Santa Cruz Monterey Big Sur

Index

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Excerpts

Traveling upCLOSE

Have a picnic on a hilltop park bench. Go to a festival. Commune with nature. Memorize the symphony of the streets. And if you want to experience the heart and soul of San Francisco, whatever you do, don't spend too much money.

The experience of San Francisco that every true traveler yearns for is one thing that money can't buy. In fact, if you have it, don't use it. Traveling lavishly is the surest way to turn yourself into a sideline traveler. Restaurants with white-glove service are great -- sometimes -- but they're usually not the best place to find the perfect clam chowder with sourdough bread. Doormen at plush hotels have their place, but not when your look-alike room could be anywhere from Düsseldorf to Detroit. Better to stay in a more intimate place that truly gives you the atmosphere you traveled so far to experience. Don't just stand and watch -- jump into the spirit of what's around you.

If you want to see San Francisco up close, and savor the essence of the city, this book is for you. We'll show you the local culture, the offbeat sights, the bars and cafés where tourists rarely tread, and the B&Bs and other hostelries where you'll meet fellow travelers -- places where the locals would send their friends. And because you'll probably want to see the famous places if you haven't already been there, we give you tips on losing the crowds, plus the quirky and obscure facts you want as well as the basics everyone needs.

Our Gang

Who are we? We're artists and poets, slackers and straight arrows, and travel writers and journalists, who in our less hedonistic moments report on local news and spin out an occasional opinion piece. What we share is a certain footloose spirit and a passion for the City by the Bay, which we celebrate in this guidebook. Shamelessly, we've revealed all of our favorite places and our deepest, darkest travel secrets, all so that you can learn from our past mistakes and experience the best part of San Francisco to the fullest. If you can't take your best friend on the road, or if your best friend is hopeless with directions, stick with us.

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Excerpted from San Francisco: The Guide That Gets You to the Heart and Soul of the City
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