| a free buffet breakfast is served daily in an ornate dining room. a cottage adds a whirlpool tub, kitchen and living room. other amenities range from tvs to decorative fireplaces. cozy, antiques-filled rooms, most with en suite bathrooms, feature free wi-fi and feather beds. this victorian b&b dating from 1872 is a 10-minute walk from a bart rail station and less than a mile from the lively castro area and the family-oriented noe valley neighborhood. limited parking is available (fee). room service is available. other amenities include a hot tub in the flower-filled english garden, as well as a rooftop sundeck with panoramic city views. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
San Francisco International Airport 17 min
PIER 39 (20 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Coit Tower (19 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Alcatraz Island (20 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Ferry Building (15 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Union Square (13 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. California Academy of Sciences (18 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. The Painted Ladies (11 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. The Palace Of Fine Arts (18 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Japanese Tea Garden (18 min)
Popular gardens with a Japanese teahouse & narrow paths winding past koi ponds, pagodas & a bridge. Twin Peaks (17 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Golden Gate Bridge (20 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Haight-Ashbury (13 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. Exploratorium (17 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Golden Gate Park (14 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (12 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. | 
