this chic b&b in a victorian brownstone mansion in the pacific heights neighborhood is 1 mile from the southeast corner of the sprawling presidio park and 2 blocks from fillmore streets buzzy boutiques and restaurants. the 10 plush rooms and suites feature antiques, sitting areas and en suite bathrooms, plus tvs and wi-fi. some have garden views, pull-out sofas and/or fireplaces. theres also a wood-paneled living room with games, books and a stately, wood-burning fireplace. freebies include an extended continental breakfast and afternoon tea with cookies served in the vintage-style breakfast room. San Francisco International Airport 23 min
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (12 min) Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. The Palace Of Fine Arts (7 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Twin Peaks (19 min) Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (7 min) Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. The Painted Ladies (8 min) Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Exploratorium (9 min) Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Union Square (9 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Coit Tower (11 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Haight-Ashbury (11 min) This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. California Academy of Sciences (14 min) Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Alcatraz Island (12 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. PIER 39 (12 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Golden Gate Park (11 min) The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Ferry Building (12 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Golden Gate Bridge (8 min) Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. |