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Welcome to San Francisco!

Alex and Karen waiting for the Sausalito ferry

My son Alex and I, waiting for the Sausalito Ferry

Hi, I'm Karen. I was born just across the Bay, and spent over 30 years in San Francisco, but the City still casts its spell over me.

Here's our guide to SF and beyond, with lots of local tips!

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One of San Francisco's best attractions, explore Coit Tower, with its amazing 360-deg views and fascinating WPA murals.

Visit the beautiful Depression Era Coit Tower murals. Get a glimpse of San Francisco circa 1934, political controversies and all!

Explore one of the most charming neighborhoods in SF, Noe Valley. Still "undiscovered" by tourists in the city. My old neighborhood!

Should visitors to SF be concerned about earthquakes? Not really, but here's what you need to know about Bay Area earthquakes.

Admire some great views from a hidden park, Ina Coolbrith Park, on Russian Hill.

See one of San Francisco's best and most-overlooked viewpoints, Grandview Park on Turtle Hill.

Explore my longtime neighborhood, the Sunset District, out by the ocean.

Renting a car at SFO? Handy tips, good things to know.

Is SFMOMA worth a visit? Definitely! It's a fun place to explore, even if you don't like "modern" art.

How to visit San Francisco on a budget. Yes, it can be done!

Stumped for a souvenir? Check out my suggestions for out-of-the-ordinary San Francisco souvenirs.

Climb Telegraph Hill on the Filbert Steps. Hidden gardens and pretty views!

Explore the Lyon Street Steps. Climb the Lyon Street Stairs for great SF views...and a workout.

Local artists paint wonderful San Francisco scenes! See San Francisco art.

Get the latest tips on visiting San Francisco.

SF Bus, BART & Cable Car Routes

Muni Route Map

Al Capone and Alcatraz prison yard. How to get sold-out Alcatraz tickets.

Get Alcatraz tickets...