Guidebook for San Francisco
Sightseeing
The Palace of Fine Arts is a lovely sight to see. The architecture isn't the only draw. The lagoon is inhabited by Swans, Ducks n' Turtles. Adjacent to the Presidio and the waterfront at Crissy Field.
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Palacio de Bellas Artes
3601 Lyon StThe Palace of Fine Arts is a lovely sight to see. The architecture isn't the only draw. The lagoon is inhabited by Swans, Ducks n' Turtles. Adjacent to the Presidio and the waterfront at Crissy Field.
The wave organ is a unique structure and one not many know to come see in SF. Depending on the tides, the waves play on the stones and crevices creating an acoustic and visual experience on the Bay
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El Órgano de la Ola
83 Marina Green DrThe wave organ is a unique structure and one not many know to come see in SF. Depending on the tides, the waves play on the stones and crevices creating an acoustic and visual experience on the Bay
This promenade on the bay has a vistas of the bridges and the islands. Lay in the grass for a cool rest bare your feet in the sand, walk along the paths near the marsh or rent a bike for a scenic ride
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Crissy Field
This promenade on the bay has a vistas of the bridges and the islands. Lay in the grass for a cool rest bare your feet in the sand, walk along the paths near the marsh or rent a bike for a scenic ride
It's a bit of Zen-like challenge which can burn off some of the calories from the great food here and it's a pretty feature of SF's unique landscape
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Lyon Street Steps
2545-2551 Lyon StIt's a bit of Zen-like challenge which can burn off some of the calories from the great food here and it's a pretty feature of SF's unique landscape
If you're already in the park it's nice to stop by to see the statue of Yoda from time to time
Lucasfilm
1110 Gorgas AveIf you're already in the park it's nice to stop by to see the statue of Yoda from time to time
Baker Beach where the first burning man was held by SF artists is a neat place to go. One area is for clothing optional but not all of it. Most of it is for taking in the sights of the ocean and shore
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Playa Baker
Baker Beach where the first burning man was held by SF artists is a neat place to go. One area is for clothing optional but not all of it. Most of it is for taking in the sights of the ocean and shore
On the short distance between the many shops and great restaurants in my neighborhood to the others up on the hill in Pacific Heights, stopping by this park makes for a nice break in the day
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Parque Alta Plaza
Steiner StreetOn the short distance between the many shops and great restaurants in my neighborhood to the others up on the hill in Pacific Heights, stopping by this park makes for a nice break in the day
Exquisite views of the bay anytime you go for a walk or a run along the bay at Marina Green
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Marina Green Drive
Marina Green DriveExquisite views of the bay anytime you go for a walk or a run along the bay at Marina Green
Essentials
Real Food Company
3060 Fillmore StreetGreat Grocer just steps away
Another good grocery store within 15 min. walking distance with a view of the boats in the East Harbor and of the bay
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Safeway
15 Marina BlvdAnother good grocery store within 15 min. walking distance with a view of the boats in the East Harbor and of the bay
Arts & Culture
This art deco movie house beats the others nearby for showing indie and cult films in addition to new movies. It's just a 5 min. bus ride up the hill. And see the Doubtfire house on the way.
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Landmark's Clay Theatre
2261 Fillmore StThis art deco movie house beats the others nearby for showing indie and cult films in addition to new movies. It's just a 5 min. bus ride up the hill. And see the Doubtfire house on the way.
Right here in the neighborhood SFMOMA has created a space for you to see contemporary work from California artists. It's a great addition amidst the lush lawns of the Fort Mason area and the bay.
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SFMOMA Artists Gallery
Right here in the neighborhood SFMOMA has created a space for you to see contemporary work from California artists. It's a great addition amidst the lush lawns of the Fort Mason area and the bay.
An Institution since the late 60’s Magic Theatre has long since been a place for the performing arts to flourish and the shows are still outstanding season after season
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Magic Theatre
2 Marina BlvdAn Institution since the late 60’s Magic Theatre has long since been a place for the performing arts to flourish and the shows are still outstanding season after season
This close by Gallery is host to one outstanding exhibition after another. It's well worth a visit as you explore the neighborhood.
The Dryansky Gallery
2120 Union StThis close by Gallery is host to one outstanding exhibition after another. It's well worth a visit as you explore the neighborhood.
Food Scene
The best. For lunches brunches and dinners this light breezy setting is always a winner with their confident menu which balances comfort and light
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Rose's Cafe
2298 Union StThe best. For lunches brunches and dinners this light breezy setting is always a winner with their confident menu which balances comfort and light
Great dining out in the evening nearby the apt with great service
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Terzo
3011 Steiner StGreat dining out in the evening nearby the apt with great service
It's french provincial in a modern setting without any puffery
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Gamine
2223 Union StIt's french provincial in a modern setting without any puffery
Their lunch menu has great deals for nigiri and sashimi combos and every roll is special. I adore them, but I wish they served naruto style sushi too
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Naked Fish
2084 Chestnut StreetTheir lunch menu has great deals for nigiri and sashimi combos and every roll is special. I adore them, but I wish they served naruto style sushi too
Except that one time they brought my Soutzoukakia to me cold, I've long since loved this little Greek place and they did make up for that meatball incident with a honeyed dessert
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Mezes
2373 Chestnut StreetExcept that one time they brought my Soutzoukakia to me cold, I've long since loved this little Greek place and they did make up for that meatball incident with a honeyed dessert
On the weekdays this classic bar & restaurant is a great spot where one can meet up with a friend for dinner or take a business lunch, but on weekends...it really loosens its tie into another vibe
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Balboa Cafe
3199 Fillmore StOn the weekdays this classic bar & restaurant is a great spot where one can meet up with a friend for dinner or take a business lunch, but on weekends...it really loosens its tie into another vibe
It's an occasion spot, because the prices aren't everyday, but neither are their innovative dishes which served by a warm and impeccable staff
3127 Fillmore St
3127 Fillmore StreetIt's an occasion spot, because the prices aren't everyday, but neither are their innovative dishes which served by a warm and impeccable staff
Drinks & Nightlife
If you won't have a chance to visit the wine country while here in SF, just stop by Nectar and they'll bring it to you
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Nectar Wine Lounge
3330 Steiner StIf you won't have a chance to visit the wine country while here in SF, just stop by Nectar and they'll bring it to you
The Tipsy Pig
2231 Chestnut StCraft Beers and home food carbs.
This and Balboa across the street are part of what's locally known as "the marina triangle" but this one's got a little bit of dance floor with their food and fun.
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Eastside West Restaurant & Bar
This and Balboa across the street are part of what's locally known as "the marina triangle" but this one's got a little bit of dance floor with their food and fun.
Everything Else
There's a pharmacy 5 min. away and for reasons unclear to anyone in the neighborhood, there is also an equally thriving 24hr version of the same pharmacy just 10 min away on Divisadero
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Walgreens
1363 Divisadero StThere's a pharmacy 5 min. away and for reasons unclear to anyone in the neighborhood, there is also an equally thriving 24hr version of the same pharmacy just 10 min away on Divisadero
I love and volunteer with the San Francisco Public Library. It's a convenience to have a branch nearby
Marina Branch Library
1890 Chestnut StI love and volunteer with the San Francisco Public Library. It's a convenience to have a branch nearby
Just a half block away is this nice little spot which offers great yoga, massage, floating meditation sessions and more at great prices, run and staffed by nice people.
Zazen - Yoga / Massage / Meditation / Flotation / Acupuncture / Psychotherapy
2219 Filbert StreetJust a half block away is this nice little spot which offers great yoga, massage, floating meditation sessions and more at great prices, run and staffed by nice people.
Some of the services at this beautifully appointed spa are sticker shock inducing, but they also offer affordable services which make for an exquisite little escape and recharge.
SenSpa
1161 Gorgas AveSome of the services at this beautifully appointed spa are sticker shock inducing, but they also offer affordable services which make for an exquisite little escape and recharge.