San Francisco Bay is one of California’s most popular regions spread across the city of San Francisco and the surrounding counties. San Francisco is famous for its Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Steep Streets, Golden Gate Park, Pier 39, Union Square, and many more. The Bay Area is also home to Silicon Valley and Wine Country.
We only had half a day, so we only made a couple of quick stops to get a glimpse of SFO. These decade old photos are from our visit to SFO in early April 2010. Time to visit again!
The Golden Gate Bridge
View from the Golden Gate Bridge
Point Bonita Trail
Point Bonita Trail
Point Bonita Trail
View of Golden Gate Bridge, Point Bonita Trail
Point Bonita Trail
View from Point Bonita Trail
The Arch Hole, View from Point Bonita Lighthouse
View from Lombard Street
Lombard Street, known as the “Crookedest Street”
Lombard Street, known as the “Crookedest Street”
Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay
The Grape Crusher Statue, Napa Valley
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Quick Facts and Tips
Best time to visit: Spring and Fall
Always dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes
Best Things to do
Golden Gate Bridge
Point Bonita Light House
Half Moon Bay
Alcatraz Island: Recommended to book in advance
Twin Peaks
Walk or Cable Cars Ride through Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, Lombard Street, and Union Square
Golden Gate Park
Muir Wood
Museums: Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Asian Art Museum