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Luxé City Guide: San Francisco Cities: San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Aside from the daunting hills that make it appear to be positioned at the edge of the planet, this town with its unique sightseeing opportunities and culture must be seen several times by most visitors. It is a geographical phenomenon with sights such as the inescapable prison of Alcatraz, the never-ending Golden State Bridge, the Bay Bridge, and the Coit Tower. It is understandable why so many people leave their hearts in San Francisco!
Luxury Hotels in San Francisco
The Huntington Hotel & Nob Hill Spa sets atop Nob Hill, which is one of San Francisco's most prestigious areas. The luxury boutique hotel features an award-winning restaurant and a three-story spa. It is a member of the highly valued Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Another well-known lodging for savvy world travelers and jetsetters is the Clift. Located in the heart of Union Square, the redesigned pillar of unquestionable refinement and class is nearly a 100-year-old establishment. It is part of the renowned Morgans Hotel Group.
The Fairmont San Francisco is located at the only spot in San Francisco where each of the city's cable car lines meet. The hotel offers a panoramic view of the City by the Bay.
Best Restaurants in San Francisco
Three Seasons serves up wonderful Asian-fusion cuisine with twists on traditional fare like scallop satay, spring rolls stuffed with ingredients from sushi's spider roll and five-spice lamb. Three Seasons has locations in San Francisco and Palo Alto. The butcher counter and décor establishes that Harris' is a traditional steakhouse. The menu also includes signature dishes and a variety of seafood entrees. Wine Spectator magazine named Harris' among its the top ten steakhouses in the U.S. Live jazz is performed by the Susan Chen Trio Thursday through Saturday evenings. Winning the James Beard Foundation's "Best New Restaurant" award in 2000 was only the beginning for Restaurant Gary Danko. Owner and executive chef Gary Danko is widely recognized as one of America's most talented chefs. He is the recipient of a James Beard Foundation Best Chef - California award. G.D.'s cuisine is drawn from French, Mediterranean, and American influences. Danko appeared as a featured chef on the TV Food Network and on the PBS Great Chefs series.
To Do in San Francisco
With great proximity to North Beach, the Financial District, and Union Square, the Bubble Lounge is a glistening gem among San Francisco's effervescent nightlife. Experience the finest champagnes and sparkling wines, as the club offers cork-popping bubbly from around the world. Everyone is a star at the Icon Ultra Lounge on Folsom Street. The custom-mirrored glass bar, LED lighting systems, lavish seating areas, and multiple rooms make this nightclub a den of decadence for the young and the restless. If you are looking for musical, theatrical, or cultural venues and happenings, San Francisco Arts Online is the city's greatest source for info for such affairs. The official visitors site for San Francisco, Only in San Francisco, is a ubiquitous guiding light to inquisitive visitors seeking answers to questions beginning with the word "where."
And we do mean any "where," if you dare.
Written by the staff writers of JustLuxé
Additional InformationGetting There: The airport is situated 14 miles (23km) south of San Francisco. AirTrain light rail service operates on two lines. The Red Line connects all terminals, garages and the BART Station; and the Blue Line, which also connects to the Rental Car Centre. AirTrain does not provide service to SFO's Long Term Parking Lot.
Why? Renowned as the world's most free-spirited city, a holiday in San Francisco sends one on a roller-coaster ride of fun in keeping with the trams that traverse its steep, hilly streets. From its diverse neighbourhoods to its bayfront pleasure-land and the offshore bulk of the Alcatraz prison, overlooked by Nob Hill, it is a city of unique charm and character.
When? The weather in San Francisco stays a stable 'cool to mild' throughout the year, though fog can put a damper on things in the summer and if you holiday in San Francisco during winter pack an umbrella, because rain is likely. There is thus no best time to visit, and San Francisco welcomes visitors all year round.
Who for? There are so many facets to a holiday in San Francisco, from history to hippies, prisons to parks, seafood to shopping, and art to architecture, that the city can truly be said to offer something for everyone. San Francisco is also rated as the world's most 'gay-friendly' city and its annual Gay Pride parade is a popular event.
Travel guide content sourced from wordtravels.com
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Fine DiningThree SeasonsVISIT WEBSITE (415) 567-9989 3317 Steiner Street San Francisco, CAHarris'VISIT WEBSITE 415-673-1888 2100 Van Ness Ave. (at Pacific) San Francisco, CA, 94109Gary DankoVISIT WEBSITE (415) 749-2060 800 North Point at Hyde Street San FranciscoPres a Vi VISIT WEBSITE (415) 409-3000 One Letterman Drive, Building D Suite 150 San Francisco, Ca 94129HimeVISIT WEBSITE (415) 931-7900 353 Lombard St. San Francisco, CA 94123
Five-Star ActivitiesFisherman's Wharf Merchants AssociationVISIT WEBSITE (415) 391-2000 #2 Al Scoma Way at Pier 47
San Francisco, CA 94133Alcatraz Island - Official Tickets SiteVISIT WEBSITE (415) 438-8360 Pier 33, Hornblower Alcatraz Landing
San Francisco, CA 94133Golden Gate BridgeVISIT WEBSITE (415) 257-4411
Aquarium of the Bay at PIER 39 VISIT WEBSITE (888) SEA DIVE Embarcadero at Beach Street
San Francisco, CA 94133Ghirardelli SquareVISIT WEBSITE (415) 775-5500 900 North Point St. San Francisco, CA 94109
Luxury Spa ServicesSenspaVISIT WEBSITE (415) 441-1777 1161 Gorgas Avenue San Francisco, CA 94129The Huntington Hotel & Nob Hill SpaVISIT WEBSITE (415) 345-2888 1075 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94108 The Westin St. FrancisVISIT WEBSITE (866) 379-0399 335 Powell Street San Francisco, California 94102
Bars & NightlifeBubble LoungeVISIT WEBSITE (415) 434-4204 714 Montgomery Street San Francisco, CAIcon Ultra LoungeVISIT WEBSITE (415) 626-4800 1192 Folsom Street (corner of 8th)
San Francisco, CA 94103. Big 4 BarVISIT WEBSITE (415) 474-5400 The Huntington Hotel 1075 California St Cobb's Comedy ClubVISIT WEBSITE (415) 928-4320 915 Columbus Ave., at Lombard St. San Francisco, CA
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