The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. And for good reason— history, diversity and natural wonders abound, beginning at the Golden Gate and stretching up and down the Northern California coastline.



San Francisco's parks, museums, tours, and landmarks are favorites for travelers the world over and offer an array of activities to suit every visitor. But no particular activity or place makes the city one of the most popular destinations in the world. It's San Francisco itself-its charm, its atmosphere, its perfect blend of big metropolis with small-town hospitality. No matter what you do while you're here-whether you spend all your time in central areas like Union Square or North Beach, or explore the outer neighborhoods-you're bound to collect a treasure trove of vacation memories that can only be found in this culturally rich, strikingly beautiful City by the Bay.

A grand architectural achievement, the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. The simple grandeur of its towers spiking into the sky can be breathtaking. If you get the chance, walk out on it and feel it pulse as the traffic rumbles over it.

Golden Gate Park is beautiful, romantic, and fun! Weather you're touring the botanical gardens, visiting the museum or taking a romantic stroll through, you'll love it! Remember the park that they danced in "the Wedding Planner?" Well, that's it! Golden Gate Park...it's beautiful!

One of the most recognizable landmarks in SF, Coit Tower not only has a lot of history behind it, but also is a great place to view the landmarks surrounding SF. At Christmas, it is especially wonderful because when you go around behind it you can see all the Christmas lights strung down the skyscrapers. Don't miss this if you are in SF.