San Francisco Free Tourist Attractions
San Francisco is one of the most popular cities in the United States. San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge is as iconic as the Statue of Liberty or the Eiffel Tower, and the city's moderate year-round climate and wide variety of sights and neighborhoods make it an attractive vacation destination-- especially when many world-class sights and attractions are free for visitors.
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Walk the Golden Gate Bridge
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Walk the 1.7-mile expanse of the Golden Gate Bridge and experience breathtaking scenery, gusty winds and a great workout. There is no charge for pedestrians and bicyclists to cross the bridge. Pedestrians are allowed on the east sidewalk, which faces San Francisco, from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. PST. During daylight savings time, pedestrians may cross the bridge from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. PDT. Be sure to bring a camera and comfortable shoes. Golden Gate Park has a snack bar, gardens and a visitors' center where you can learn about the Golden Gate Bridge's history.
The east sidewalk is open 365 days a year. Roller blades, skateboards and roller skates are not permitted, but wheelchairs are allowed. Dogs that are kept on a leash at all times are also permitted on the sidewalk.
The Golden Gate Bridge
P.O. Box 9000, Presidio Station
San Francisco, CA 94129
415-921-5858
goldengatebridge.org
Fisherman's Wharf
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Originally a working fishing wharf where long-haul fisherman sold their catch, Fisherman's Wharf is now a world-famous dining and entertainment complex. Visitors can stroll the wharf and take in nightly performances by theater groups, live bands and comedians. Fisherman's Wharf also offers great views of Angel Island and is home to hundreds of sea lions.
Fisherman's Wharf
The Embarcadero and Taylor Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
415-674-7503
fishermanswharf.org
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- Photo Credit Golden Gate Bridge image by Achim Thomae from Fotolia.com
