Activities in San Francisco
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Napa and Sonoma Eco Wine Tour with Biodynamic Wine Tasting
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Leave the hustle and bustle of San Francisco behind and enjoy a day in the famed Napa and Sonoma wine countries. Taste various award-winning Sonoma and Napa…Not LP reviewed
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Alcatraz and San Francisco City Tour
8 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of…Not LP reviewed
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Baker Beach
Down craggy bluffs, past wind-sculpted Monterey pines and cypress trees, beckons a mile-long stretch of sandy beach, with fishing spots galore and full-frontal nudity at the north end (gay men and straight girls). The views of the Golden Gate are spectacular, but huge crowds come weekends. The all-gay local beach is further north, at Marshall’s Beach (aka Marcia’s Beach), immediately before the bridge. Ask around for directions, but never climb the dangerous rugged cliffs north from Baker to reach it. Take pathways, and find the stairs.
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Anchor Brewing Company
Beer-lovers: Anchor Brewing Company offers weekday public tours, but you have to make reservations by phone at least a month in advance (three in summer). It’s worth the wait for the 45-minute tour of Anchor’s historic facilities and shiny-copper brewhouse, the crash course in beer-tasting, and six half-pints of different Anchor brews at the end. For free. ‘Nuf said.
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Bella Pelle Skin Studio
This cheery-bright spa is a chic treat, with lovely details like free mimosas and muffins on Sundays. The down-to-earth staff pampers, whether you’re braving a wax job (they do ’em all here) or lying back for a top-notch facial, the spa’s specialty. They also make their own high-quality scrubs, balms, custom-blended makeup, and even a numbing cream.
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F Line Streetcar
All aboard the Pride Express, the most leisurely way to get out and about in SF. Hop the refurbished antique streetcar of your desire: whether you prefer the orange Milan model Castro-bound, a green Bostonian headed straight downtown, or might consider going both ways, this is one city where your preference can always be accommodated.
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Kabuki Springs & Spa
Our favorite urban retreat is a spin on communal, clothing-optional, Japanese baths. Scrub yourself down with salt in the steam room, soak in the hot pool, then the cold plunge, and reheat in the sauna. Rinse and repeat. The look befits the location – slightly dated Japanese modern, with vaulted lacquered-wood ceilings, tile mosaics and low lighting. Men and women alternate days, except on Tuesdays, when bathing suits are required (arrive before 5pm to beat the line). Plan two hours' minimum, plus a 30-to-60-minute wait at peak times (add your name to the waitlist, then go next door to slurp noodles or catch a movie; when you return, breeze right in). Communal bathing…
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City Kayak
You haven't seen San Francisco until you've seen it from the water, and the next best thing to Sir Francis Drake's ship the Golden Hind is a kayak. Newbies can venture calm waters near the Bay Bridge, and experienced paddlers might hit the choppy waters beneath the Golden Gate Bridge or take a moonlight tour with all-inclusive rentals. First-timers can take lessons and head out alone or with an escorted tour; check the website for details.
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The Dyke March
Never underestimate the power of the lesbian activist network. The annual Dyke March, a bold, informal, grassroots-feeling equal rights event preceding the Pride Parade, got its start by a single rallying call.
At the 1993 LGBT March, a group called the Lesbian Avengers set forth to Washington, protesting what they saw as the control of Gay Pride by white gay men and corporate sponsors. Armed with one bullhorn and the word-of-mouth telegraph, the Avengers announced the first ever Dyke March and, to their shock, thousands swarmed to the White House. San Francisco's first Dyke March was set up by the same gals the following year. The event now attracts 50,000 lesbian, bi…
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Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip
14 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
by Viator
Take time out for a day trip into the wild beauty of Yosemite National Park from San Francisco. Enjoy the beautiful countryside and discover the raw beauty of…Not LP reviewed
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Alcatraz Tour plus Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Day Trip
8 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;Contrast the brutal austerity of Alcatraz with the sheer beauty of Muir Woods and Sausalito on this enthralling day trip from San Francisco. It's a whole…Not LP reviewed
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Skip the Line: California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket
Flexible (Departs San Francisco, California)
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Skip the line as you visit the California Academy of Sciences - the only place on the planet with an aquarium, a planetarium, a natural history museum and a…Not LP reviewed
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Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour
8 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;If you love wine, you won't want to miss the chance to visit the famous Sonoma and Napa Valley wineries on a day trip from San Francisco! You'll taste…Not LP reviewed
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San Francisco Supersaver: Muir Woods and Wine Country Tour
9 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
by Viator
Discover why beautiful Muir Woods and the Californian wine country are two of San Francisco's most popular day-trip destinations on this great value tour combo!…Not LP reviewed
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Fire Engine Ghost Tour of San Francisco's Presidio
90 minutes (Departs San Francisco, California)
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Experience the darker side of San Francisco on this spooky tour of the Presidio. Right near the Golden Gate Bridge, this massive park and former World War II…Not LP reviewed
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San Francisco Food Tour of the Mission District with Optional Cocktail Pairing
3 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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Taste your way through San Francisco’s historic Latin neighborhood, the Mission District, a colorful, cultural, trendy area brimming with great local eats.…Not LP reviewed
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Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip
4 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods and Sausalito. This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge…Not LP reviewed
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Outdoors Unlimited Kayaking
Athletic pursuits and romance at the same time? Hey, when it's paddling a kayak on a moonlit night across San Francisco Bay, why not? Or you could go in the daytime. You'll need to be in shape for this, though you don't necessarily have to have any kayak experience. You might find yourself paddling across the infamous Raccoon Straits to Angel Island; look up at Alcatraz from its shoreline, see the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge illuminated by sun or moon. Landing on Angel Island you'll have lunch, and maybe take a hike or just rest your weary arms. Other excursions take you into McCovey Cove, where Giants baseball games can be watched from the water. (At least you'll…
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Hash House Harriers
Hash House Harriers is a well-established running club with chapters all over the world. But you shouldn't think of it as an athletic organization. As members of 'the Hash' will say, they are drinkers with a running problem - their goal is to work up a thirst and an appetite every Monday evening.
One member is designated as the Hare, and lays out a paper chase, a route marked with paper or chalk full of devious detours, false leads and dead ends. All the others are the Harriers who try to find their way through bad neighborhoods, muddy fields, rubbish heaps and the odd convent or finishing school. At the end of the run there are wacky ceremonies, plenty of beer and…
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Monterey, Carmel and The 17-Mile Drive Day Trip
11 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;Cruise along California's spectacular coastline on a relaxing day trip from San Francisco. You'll follow Highway 1 to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula…Not LP reviewed
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San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Tour
1-day pass / 2-day pass (Departs San Francisco, California)
by Viator
See San Francisco at your own pace on a one-day or two-day hop-on hop-off tour! From historical sites to modern San Francisco architecture, this tour uncovers…Not LP reviewed
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San Francisco CityPass
Flexible (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;For the best deal in San Francisco, go for the CityPASS! Your pass to the City by the Bay includes tickets to world-renowned attractions, discounts and…Not LP reviewed
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San Francisco Duck Tour
90 minutes (Departs San Francisco, California)
by Viator
Experience San Francisco sightseeing from a duck's eye view on this unique San Francisco Duck Tour. Travel on land and water in an amphibious vehicle crafted…Not LP reviewed
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Ride the Magic Bus: A 1960s-Era San Francisco Tour
2 hours (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;On this fun-filled historical city tour, hop aboard the Magic Bus that will transport you to 1960s San Francisco. Become a part of the Beatnik…Not LP reviewed
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San Francisco Vista Grande Helicopter Tour
25 - 30 minutes (Departs San Francisco, California)
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lt;pgt;Imagine San Francisco as you've never seen it before! On a San Francisco Vista Grande Helicopter Tour you'll see all the famous sites: Alcatraz Island,…Not LP reviewed
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Foot! Tours
Forget about the 100 crunches in your hotel room (you were going to do them! Really!) Here's a fab way to tone your abs while you walk: laugh 'till it hurts. Local comedians develop original content - historical and hysterical - for these SF-unique walking tours, and deliver it with true enthusiasm. Favorite theme-oriented tours include 'Hobnobbing with Gobs of Snobs: The Stinkin' Rich and Dirty Money That Built Nob Hill,' 'Shake 'n Bake: The Heartbreak of the Great Quake' and 'Where's the F-ing Beach in North Beach?' Call ahead to reserve tickets and get the starting location. The company can arrange its tours at times convenient for your party; indoor and rainy day…
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