Niet langer een gevangenis voor een aantal van de meest gevaarlijke criminelen van Amerika. Alcatraz is een onderdeel van het National Parl Service en is een must-see voor de bezoekers van de stad. Eenmaal op het eiland wordt je zeker gevangen door de geschiedenis en de immense schoonheid. Neem je camera mee, want ongeacht het uitzicht, er is altijd een fotomoment. Draag laagjes kleding )zelfs in de zomermaanden' want het eiland kan winderig zijn en het is tochtig en vochtig tussen de muren van de gevangenis. Als je de kinders wilt laten schrikken om zich te gedragen, is er een cellen audio rondleiding van Alcatraz; voor meer informatie kijk op de website. Veerboten naar Alcatra vertrekken van Pier 33, gerund door Alcatraz Cruises. Bekijk de website voor het huidige schema en compleet overzicht van de details van een bezoek.
Named one of the Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Golden Gate Bridge spans the eponymous strait that links the San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean. Designed by Joseph Strauss, Irving Morrow, and Charles Ellis, the bridge opened in 1937 as the world's longest suspension bridge, its main span measuring at an impressive 4,200 feet (1,280 meters) in length. The bridge is not quite golden, but is instead a bright orange, its Art Deco towers looming through the dense fog that often mires the bay; a sight that has come to be emblematic of the city of San Francisco. The bridge ferries vehicular and pedestrian traffic between San Francisco and Marin City, the vista points on either side boasting awe-inspiring views of the Golden Gate, while the bridge itself promises unmatched views of the bay.
Located at the western end of Golden Gate Park is San Francisco's biggest beach. It extends from Fort Funston in the south, to the Cliff House in the north. Typically, the cold winds, fog and low San Francisco temperatures deter any regular beach activities (unless you're lucky enough to be there on a hot day) but visitors fly kites or just walk along and admire the views of Seal Rocks and Point Lobos. Adventure seekers love surfing here. There are also bonfire pits provided on the beach for the general public; to claim one, go early in the evening.
The Legion of Honor houses more than 87,000 paintings, sculptures, decorative arts and tapestries. Some pieces date back 4000 years. The main floor is dedicated to the museum's permanent collection, much of which features the works of Rodin. European and ancient art are also on display at the Legion of Honor. The lower garden level features temporary exhibitions, ranging from Andy Warhol to Francis Bacon. Take a break in the museum cafe, which features light snacks and meals and has outdoor seating. The gift shop, though small, has a nice selection of postcards, books, posters, jewelry and some reproductions from this and other fine arts museums. Admission is free the first Tuesday of each month.
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art houses a permanent collection of over 15,000 works, including 4,700 paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and 9,000 photographs. Originally opened in 1995, the museum has exhibited the works of Henri Matisse, Richard Diebenkorn, Dorothea Lange, Paul Klee, Cindy Sherman, Matthew Barney and many contemporary artists. Designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta, the space itself is a wonder to behold. After a major renovation completed in 2016, the SFMOMA now boasts seven floors of art along with exciting new features including a living wall, sculpture garden and impressive views of Yerba Buena Gardens.
Located in Golden Gate Park, the California Academy of Sciences is one of the greenest buildings in the city and has a platinum certification from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). The museum features the newly renovated and expanded Steinhart Aquarium, complete with a hands-on tide pool and the well-known alligator swamp. Other exciting features are the Morrison Planetarium, the four-story rain-forest dome, and the Hall of African Mammals. In addition to these educational gems, the museum features other natural history exhibits as well as exhibits about global warming. The Academy Cafe offers international cuisine, while the elegant Moss Room restaurant is the only dining option available in the park past museum closing time.
The city hall building is the site of some of San Francisco's finest moments. In 1954 Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio were married here. In the early 21st Century, over 100 same-sex couples were married by Mayor Gavin Newsom in the foyer. The Renaissance architecture rivals some of the country's most historical structures. Two Parisian architects designed and constructed the building from 1913-1915, and the dome is based on the one crowning St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. A small store, open during normal business hours, sells traditional San Francisco souvenirs including T-shirts, posters and postcards.
De Hayes Valley is een nieuwe plek in San Francisco voor kleine, trendy boetiekjes, cafés met eindeloze terrassen en groene parken. Een product van de aardbeving van 1989 toen een gedeelte van de snelweg vernietigd werd, werd elders herbouwd. Nu is de Vallei Hayes met de bouw van een mooi park tot bloei gekomen daar waar de snelweg eens was. Er zijn eindeloze straten en restaurants die alles verkopen van meubels tot tassen zoals bij Timbuk2). Probeer Absinthe voor een hapje of een cocktail. Dit is zeker een makkelijke plaats om je in te verdwalen op de zondagmiddag.
The term "Painted Ladies" refers to the row of impressive and beautiful Victorian houses that face the park on Steiner Street. Alamo Square Park, which is located at the top of a hill, provides a brilliant view of these architectural mansions. The Painted Ladies are depicted in many famous photographs and postcards of San Francisco and also features in the opening credits of the 90s TV series, Full House.
Deze meest noordelijke missie van Californie is opgericht door Father Junipero Serra. Deze missiepost is het oudste gebouw in San Francisco en dateert uit 1788. Loop naar binnen en voel het Spaanse Koloniale San Francisco onder de balken van het dak dit bij elkaar gehouden worden door ongelooide huiden. De begraafplaats bevat de overblijfselen van zowel nobele koloniale families als de oorspronkelijke bewoners van Amerika die in dienst waren om de missie te bouwen en te dienen. Het museum heeft artefacten en manuscripten.
Often known as the "first neighborhood" of San Francisco, the Mission District is one of the favorite places of the people of the city. The district has its own share of fun places, restaurants, theaters and bookstores and is a hugely popular destination for avid foodies. Spend a day at Dolores Park or admire the colorful murals on the buildings throughout the district.
City Art Cooperative Gallery is an art gallery that is owned and operated by local artists. Almost 200 artists are part of this gallery, which makes their artwork accessible and increases the sales percentage to buyers every week. They showcase a vast range of styles, mediums and works from the new to the well known artists. They sell over 30 pieces of art every month, far more than any other gallery and offer artists complete PR and marketing support. They also hold workshops and the artists also get a first hand knowledge on how to run a gallery and to network. This gallery has won the SF Bay Guardian's Best of the Bay for the years 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2007.