You'll soon see why this Bay Area urban area is popular with travelers. If you're searching for other things to keep you busy, Coyote Point Park, SFO Museum, and Candlestick Point State Recreation Area are in this area as well. They won't take very long to get to from San Francisco Bay.
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch
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San Francisco: Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise
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best view is actually from Alcatraz
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Ferry ride deon Oakland to SF is highly recommended to avoid the traffic on bay bridge.
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Bring a jacket and headband, its very windy and can get cold.
3/5 - Okay
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It's a big body of water
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Took the Cal Train. No other way to do it for sure. Went to Fisherman's Wharf. Got there too late for Alcatraz.
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Coyote Point Park
Surround yourself with inspiring nature, learn about the San Francisco Bay Area and meet its wild inhabitants in San Mateo’s sprawling waterfront park.
San Bruno Point Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Bruno Point Park, a lovely green space in South San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art scene.
San Francisco Baking Institute
Explore the campus of San Francisco Baking Institute during your visit to South San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
CuriOdyssey
Meet the animals who call CuriOdyssey home during your travels in San Mateo. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
After visiting Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Poplar Creek Golf Course
Play a round of golf in San Mateo at Poplar Creek Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
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701 3rd St San Francisco CA
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1660 HARBOR BAY PARKWAY Alameda CA
Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
5000 Sierra Point Pkwy Brisbane CA
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
150 Hegenberger Rd Oakland CA
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
400 Park St Alameda CA
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