| contemporary rooms, accessed by exterior corridors, offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. set in the marina district, this straightforward motel is a mile from the palace of fine arts theatre, 2 miles from fisherman's wharf and 5 miles from golden gate park. an airy suite adds separate bedrooms and a sitting area. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. parking is free
San Francisco International Airport 28 min
Exploratorium (13 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (6 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. The Painted Ladies (11 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Twin Peaks (22 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. PIER 39 (12 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Coit Tower (12 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Alcatraz Island (11 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. The Palace Of Fine Arts (7 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Haight-Ashbury (15 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. California Academy of Sciences (17 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Golden Gate Bridge (5 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Union Square (14 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (17 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Golden Gate Park (10 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Ferry Building (16 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. | 
