Top 10 Popular Places To Visit In San Francisco

1. The Golden Gate Bridge

The 746-foot-tall, most photographed bridge in the world, is a popular stop in San Francisco tours, offering views from various points and is open 24/7.

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2. Alcatraz Island

San Francisco prison, once operational until 1963, became a tourist attraction in 1973, featuring famous inmates like Al Capone and the Birdman, offering tours and audio recordings.

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3. Ferry Building Marketplace

The largest tri-weekly farmer's market in San Francisco, home to beloved artisans like Cowgirl Creamery, Dandelion Chocolate, and Fort Point Beer Company, is an interesting attraction.

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4. Chinatown

San Francisco's Chinatown, the oldest in North America and largest outside Asia, offers a unique experience with temples, theaters, workshops, small businesses, antique shops, and tea houses.

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5. Legion of Honor

Alma de Bretteville Spreckels gifted a Neoclassical Beaux-Arts building in San Francisco, replicating the Palais de la Légion d'Honneur in Paris, making it a must-see museum.

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6. Alamo Square

The Painted Ladies row in San Francisco features Victorian and Edwardian houses, featured in over 70 movies, ads, and TV shows. Despite not being accessible, the east-facing hillside offers a unique view.

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7. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

SFMOMA, reopened in 2016, is a top San Francisco attraction with 10 floors and 45,000 feet of ground floor gallery space, open to the public at no cost.

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8. Twin Peaks

Uninhabited hills over 900 feet offer stunning city and bay views, easily accessible via north peak parking and hiking trails.

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9. Fisherman’s Wharf

San Francisco's famous tourist attraction, the wharf, offers attractions like the charming Musée Mécanique, restored sailing ships at the National Maritime Historical Park, and the USS Pampanito submarine.

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10. Exploratorium

The Exploratorium, a popular San Francisco tourist attraction, offers hands-on learning experiences and exhibits for children, making it an ideal destination for both children and adults.

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